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Like February in August: Post-July 4th Weekend Finds Ptown Businesses Hit Hard
The fallout from the COVID-19 outbreak in Provincetown over the July 4 weekend has left businesses reeling.
Why Vermont Makes for the Most Romantic LGBTQ+ Getaway
From local innkeepers and artisans to master brewers and country store owners, Vermonters exude a welcoming ease and familiarity that LGBTQ+ couples appreciate. Here is a detailed guide to help you plan the ultimate romantic Vermont getaway.
In Unfriendly Skies, Unruly Passenger Fines Top $1 Million
Rowdy airline passengers have now racked up a record $1 million in potential fines this year, a toll of the tumult in the sky as travelers have returned after most were grounded by the pandemic in 2020.
Valencia Spain Campaigns for 2026 Gay Games
First there's Hong Kong in 2022, but Valencia already has its eye on the prize to host Gay Games 2026 — an international phenomenon expected to attracted nearly 100,000 visitors.
Start-up US Airlines Say Bookings Sag as COVID Cases Rise
The newest U.S. airlines are showing signs of growth while at the same time hoping that the surge in coronavirus infections is only a short-term obstacle.
Gulf Coast's Beloved 'Redneck Riviera' Now a Virus Hotspot
On maps that show virus "hot spots" in red, this part of the U.S. coast is glowing like a bad sunburn. The spike is due to a combination of low vaccination rates, unabated tourism and a disregard for basic healthcare precautions.
How Washington, DC Became a Main Attraction for LGBTQ+ BIPOC Visitors
With waterfront views, outdoor parks, dining districts, and cultural experiences, there is no shortage of opportunities for queer travelers. But to capture the magic of DC's LGBTQ+ pride is to tell the stories of the District's diverse communities.
TSA Extends Mask Rule for Passengers Into January
Federal officials are extending into January a requirement that people on airline flights and public transportation wear face masks, a rule intended to limit the spread of COVID-19.
5 Ways to Prepare and Pack for COVID-Era Travel
Here are some key travel planning and packing tips to navigate the new normal ahead of your next — and maybe first — COVID-19-era trip.
Will We Need Vaccine Passports To Do Fun Things?
Ready to go out on the town before summer ends? In parts of the U.S., you might have to carry your COVID-19 vaccine card or a digital copy to get into restaurants, bars, nightclubs and outdoor music festivals.
Why South Africa Reigns as the Ultimate LGBTQ Adventure
African Travel, Inc.'s President Sherwin Banda shares why he ranks South Africa on top of your back-to-travel bucket list.
5 Fall Prides You Won't Want to Miss
Summer's dog days are upon us and June is far behind, but that doesn't mean it's time to roll up the rainbow flag. There's plenty of Pride left in the summer season, and well into the fall.
New Orleans Mayor: Good Times Can Roll — With Vaccines
People who want to enter New Orleans bars, restaurants, music halls — or any other inside venue — will soon have to show proof of vaccination against the coronavirus or a recent negative test.
Want to Visit New Zealand? You'll Have to Wait Until 2022
New Zealand, which has completely stamped out the coronavirus, plans to cautiously reopen its borders to international travelers early next year, the government said Thursday.
27 People Aboard Carnival Cruise Test Positive for COVID
Twenty-seven people aboard a Carnival cruise tested positive for COVID-19 just before the ship made a stop in Belize City this week. All 27 were vaccinated.
Canada Begins Allowing US Citizens to Visit Again
Canada on Monday is lifting its prohibition on Americans crossing the border to shop, vacation or visit, but the United States is keeping similar restrictions in place for Canadians, part of a bumpy return to normalcy from COVID-19 travel bans.
An Off-Grid Getaway in Alaska's Remote Aleutian Islands
Intrepid visitors fly about four hours from Anchorage on an Alaska Airlines 737 to hunt, birdwatch, hike, or play archeologist at the dozens of defunct military sites.
Dry California Tourist Town to Guests: 'Please Conserve'
Tourists flock by the thousands to the coastal town of Mendocino for its Victorian homes and cliff trails, but visitors this summer are also finding public portable toilets and signs on picket fences pleading: "Severe Drought. Please conserve water."
Andrew Sullivan Says Media Got It All Wrong About Ptown Outbreak
Provincetown resident and LGBTQ media personality Andrew Sullivan spoke to CNN's "Reliable Sources" on Sunday to say how the media got the coverage of the recent Delta virus cluster in his town wrong.
Judge: Norwegian Cruises Can Require Proof of Vaccination
A federal judge on Sunday night granted Norwegian Cruise Line's request to temporarily block a Florida law banning cruise companies from asking passengers for proof of coronavirus vaccination before they board a ship.