Whether you want to wine and dine or bike and hike, Colorado has something for all travelers, refined or rugged. LGBTQ travelers may see some cities, with their progressive politics and vibrant gay communities, as superior destinations for vacationing, but sometimes a nature-filled trip is is even more fun and invigorating. Fortunately for tourists, Colorado offers the best of both worlds: dynamic cities on the Front Range and charming mountain towns in the Western Slope, all of which can be experienced over a relaxed long weekend. EASE INTO A DAY OF DENVER Fly into Denver International Airpor ..read more

This surge in road trip popularity wasn’t assumed, but it was predictable. In 1903, American physician Horacio Nelson Jackson and automobile pioneer Sewall Crocker, along with their dog Bud, made history by driving the first road trip across America. The turn-of-the-century journey spanned 63 days from San Francisco to New York, a significant feat considering the absence of convenient bridges and interstates, technology like GPS, and thousands of easily accessible accommodations, such as Airbnbs and roadside motels (which didn’t officially originate until 1926). Despite lacking the modern comf ..read more

Sonoma County is a wonderful place to explore the open road. I drove up from San Francisco, and what a magnificent drive it was. The 78-mile journey took me through the city, over the Golden Gate Bridge, and past the beautiful north shore communities like Sausalito.  From there, the palm trees and bayside views were exchanged for rolling hills and farmland. As I continued heading north, finally reaching Sonoma County, I began seeing the famous vineyards. In my mind, this is what Sonoma was. Vineyards, pastoral homesteads, and small farm stands selling pro duce and local wines. Howeve ..read more

“There is no better way to end a Vegas night on the town than at The Garden, a queer nightclub that recently opened in the Arts District. This place is crazy fun.”  — Jason It’s late in the day on a strikingly hot and bone-dry September afternoon in Los Angeles, the kind where one best not light a match. Right about now I should be angling my iPhone in order to take the perfect selfie while standing in front of El Capitan, the photogenic rock formation that towers over Yosemite Valley. But because wildfires are raging across Northern California, I’m changing course last minute and for the ..read more

Adventure travel is one of the biggest trends this year, and more and more people are heading out to enjoy nature and experience the wonders of our beautiful planet. Many of these journeys consist of road trips, camping getaways, and visits to State and National Parks (A study from KOA revealed that many people are skipping hotels for campsites this year). If you’re looking to escape the cities and experience some of nature’s beauty, be sure to check out the items below.   Solo New York Re:claim backpack Re: Collection from Solo New York Solo New York’s Re: collection features a variety ..read more

There is a new age of electric cars hitting the market. The era of Tesla having the only high-performance electric vehicles is becoming a thing of the past. While Tesla is by far still the frontrunner in electric cars, drivers now have many more options. High-powered electric cars are becoming available all over the world, from Ford’s new electric Mustang to the Jaguar I-PACE and Audi e-tron Sportback. And with it, travelers can now feel free to roam with a fully electric vehicle. And forget the stereotypes you may have heard that electric cars are bare-bones. Many electric vehicles (EVs ..read more

Road tripping is easily 2020’s hottest travel trend. It’s socially distanced, it’s fun, and it puts you in control of your journey. One of the absolute best parts of a road trip is being able to see the genuine beauty of your surroundings. From the stunning glory of nature to unbelievable roadside attractions, California is one of the best places in the USA to take a road trip.  NetCredit put together a list of the most underrated places to visit in the Sunshine State. We’ve taken seven of the most amazing entries and compiled them into a list. So, the next time you’re cruising through Ca ..read more

The all-American road trip is back! Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many travelers have decided to skip crowded airplanes and big cities, instead favoring outdoor adventure, National Parks, RVing, and road-tripping to nearby destinations and weekend getaways. And with so many people hitting the pavement, we thought it would be a great idea to curate your ultimate road trip playlist. We reached out to singers, actors, and comedians, asking for their favorite tunes while cruising down the highway, giving you the perfect soundtrack for traveling. Here’s what the stars had to say…   Miss Co ..read more

Los Angeles. The City of Stars. Tinseltown. The Southland. The city is a gorgeous and striking combination of skyscrapers, palm trees, titanic freeways, and endless urban development. LA’s size and global recognition make it one of the most unique and dynamic cities to live in. But even Angelinos need an escape now and then… even if it’s just for a day. Here are the five best day trips from Los Angeles to help you unwind, relax, and get back to nature.   BIG BEAR Big Bear Lake (Photo: Jack Armstrong) Located east of LA in the San Bernardino Mountains, Big Bear is the perfect mountain es ..read more