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Blue Ridge Parkway Reopens 114 Miles Through Asheville Just in Time for Fall Foliage Season
Just ahead of Western North Carolina’s world-famous fall color season, a major portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway is once again open to travelers. A newly restored 26-mile stretch north to Craggy Gardens completes 114 contiguous miles of open roadway through the Asheville area.

Joey Amato
52 minutes ago2 min read


Hilton Surpasses 200 Hotels in Canada as Multi-Brand Expansion Accelerates Nationwide
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has reached a significant milestone in its Canadian growth strategy, with more than 200 hotels now open and welcoming travelers across the country.

Joey Amato
6 days ago2 min read


8 LGBTQ-Welcoming Mid-Sized Cities to Visit
Mid-size cities and towns often strike the perfect balance between big-city energy and small-town warmth, offering LGBTQ travelers a welcoming atmosphere without the hustle of a major metropolis.

Joey Amato
Sep 46 min read


Pride Journey: Milwaukee, Wisconsin – An LGBTQ Enclave of Culture, History, and Charm
Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a city that often surprises first-time visitors. Known historically as a hub for brewing and manufacturing, Milwaukee has transformed into a vibrant cultural destination with world-class museums, iconic tours, and a thriving LGBTQ community.

Joey Amato
Sep 25 min read


Fall in Love with Ann Arbor, Michigan
Fall is the perfect time to visit Ann Arbor. Plan a scenic Michigan road trip and visit the apple orchards and U-Pick pumpkin patches, attend exciting seasonal events, and admire the beautiful fall colors along the way.

Joey Amato
Aug 232 min read


Inclusive LGBTQ+ Events & Support in York & Adams Counties
York and Adams counties are home to a vibrant and growing LGBTQIA+ community, and the Rainbow Rose Center is at the heart of it all.

Joey Amato
Aug 223 min read


Georgia Voice Named the 2025 Recipient of the NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists Legacy Award
Today, NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists announced that Georgia Voice is the 2025 recipient of the Legacy Award.

Joey Amato
Aug 192 min read


Pattie Gonia Brings Climate-Focused Drag Show to Asheville for Blue Ridge Pride 2025
Asheville will welcome one of the nation’s most dynamic voices in both drag and environmental advocacy: Pattie Gonia. Known for taking drag out of the clubs and onto the mountaintops, the mustachioed queen has added Asheville to her nationally acclaimed “SAVE HER!” tour, which has sold out across the country.

Joey Amato
Aug 192 min read


Fall Fun Awaits in South Seattle
Seattle Southside offers some of the region’s most underrated fall color—without the crowds. From the golden coastal views of Saltwater State Park to the tree-lined Des Moines Beach Park & Des Moines Creek Trail, autumn is in full display.

Joey Amato
Aug 183 min read


Fall in Chapel Hill: Foliage, Festivals, Art, LGBTQ+ Tours & Local Flavor
Fall in Chapel Hill brings beautiful foliage, with vibrant colors transforming the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus and surrounding areas. Wander the picturesque campus seeing the Old Well, Coker Arboretum and the Morehead Patterson Bell Tower.

Joey Amato
Aug 183 min read


A Luxury Autumn Getaway to the Heart of the Hudson Valley
There is nothing quite like autumn in New York’s picturesque Hudson Valley, and a getaway to Dutchess County at this time of year is guaranteed to make your heart smile and your spirit soar.

Joey Amato
Aug 182 min read


Fall in Thunder Bay: Theatre, Hockey, Festivals, and the Best Places to See Autumn Colors
Fall in Thunder Bay brings more than vibrant foliage—it also marks the start of the 2025/26 season for live theatre and winter sports.

Joey Amato
Aug 162 min read


Fall Festivals in Green Bay 2025: Pow Wow, Craftoberfest, and Seasonal Celebrations
Green Bay comes alive this fall with a lineup of vibrant festivals celebrating culture, community, and the changing seasons.

Joey Amato
Aug 152 min read


Wellness & Wine: How Santa Ynez Valley Is Redefining the LGBTQ Wine Lovers Getaway
Tucked between the rolling hills of California’s Central Coast, the Santa Ynez Valley has long been a haven for wine lovers. But in 2025, this idyllic stretch of vineyards, ranches, and sun-dappled oak groves is attracting a new kind of traveler

Joey Amato
Aug 143 min read


Hilton Makes A Splash in U.S. Virgin Islands with Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas Opening
Hilton has made a splash in the U.S. Virgin Islands with the grand opening of Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas, marking the brand’s first property in the territory and Hilton’s latest move in its expanding Caribbean portfolio.

Joey Amato
Aug 132 min read


Color, Culture & Community: A Vibrant LGBTQ Fall in Kalamazoo
The fall leaves won’t be the only beautiful colors in Kalamazoo County, Michigan this season! Brush the Block is a brand-new mural festival taking place September 2 – 7, 2025 and encourages you to enjoy a week of color, creativity, and connection!

Joey Amato
Aug 82 min read


Fall Into Fun: Explore New Hangouts, Savor Local Flavor, and Celebrate Community in Vancouver, Washington
Fall in Vancouver, Washington brings fresh starts, vibrant events, and opportunities to reconnect with friends. As the summer season fades, it's the ideal time to explore new spots around the city and enjoy all that Vancouver has to offer.

Joey Amato
Aug 82 min read


Key West’s Womenfest Returns in 2025 with a Celebration of Sisterhood, Sun, and Song
The vibrant island of Key West is once again rolling out the rainbow carpet for one of the most anticipated events in LGBTQ+ travel: Womenfest 2025, taking place September 3–7.

Joey Amato
Aug 72 min read


National Bourbon Week Returns to Bardstown June 14-21, 2026
Bardstown, Kentucky — the Bourbon Capital of the World® — will once again raise a glass to its most famous export when the third annual National Bourbon Week™ takes place June 14-21, 2026.

Joey Amato
Aug 62 min read


Autumn Adventures Shine in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
Fall really shows off in Lawrenceburg—and this town knows how to keep things interesting. Kick things off with the Burgoo Festival, where giant kettles of Kentucky’s favorite stew take center stage.

Joey Amato
Jul 281 min read
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