Kelsy Chauvin

Story by Kelsy Chauvin
Being apart from our communities makes us love them even more. Ask anyone at a 3 Dollar Bill, the largest queer venue in Brooklyn, New York. The team survived COVID through 2020, then found a new beginning in 2021, one where the LGBTQI+ community could gather in person—safely. But 3 Dollar Bill couldn’t do it alone. General Manager Willie Lazcano shared how collaborations were the key to rebounding during a pandemic, and how 3 Dollar Bill ...

Legal cannabis is a phenomenon. Today, there are 36 states where medical marijuana is legal, and 18 states where recreational marijuana is legal. Meanwhile, hemp is legal nationally, so CBD and other hemp-derived cannabis strains are sold in all 50 U.S. states. As a result, dispensaries, new brands and novel cannabis products are cropping up everywhere. And yet, it feels like the legal-green industry is only just beginning.

As a consumer, it can all feel overwhelming. Whether you're new to the scene or a seasoned connoisseur, finding the right cannabis resource can make all the difference...

Bloomed like a four-leaf clover over Europe is the wondrous LGBTQ+ destination of Dublin. The Irish capital is famous for its warmth and good cheer, and queer travelers know that the city is one of the continent's most out-and-proud places.

Ireland stands out as the first country to legalize marriage equality by public vote in 2015. Decades prior, Dublin solidified its rainbow flair with the inaugural LGBTQ+ Pride march back in 1974. What was once a single-day event is now a dynamic, 10-day-long June festival and parade. This year also featured a winter-themed Wilde About Pride...

(This story is part of EDGE's "7 Queer Wonders of the World" series, in which we share our top LGBTQ+ travel picks for 2022.)

Infused in the salty sea air of Provincetown, Massachusetts is a sense of queer pride that is, simply put, beguiling. The place is synonymous with the LGBTQ+ community, and to stroll its narrow streets is to both soak up queer culture and contribute to it. There are technically just 3,000 residents, but in a sense, every LGBTQ+ person is part of this queer wonder...

One glance at a map shows how New York’s Finger Lakes got their collective name. The 11 long, slender lakes, extending roughly north-to-south, look like outstretched fingers.
On the mystical side, Iroquois tribes believed the lakes were formed by the Great Spirit, reaching down to bless the land and leaving impressions of fingerprints that were filled with clear, fresh water. According to geologists, however, the gorges of water that form the present-day Finger Lakes were carved...

It seems like CBD products are popping up everywhere, from local drugstores and gas stations, to spas and social-media feeds. But what if you’ve already found your favorite CBD brand and want to carry it on your next trip? Is traveling with CBD a sensible idea or risky behavior?

The good news is that CBD is legal across America, thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill legalizing hemp farming and products. So, for starters, don’t be afraid to pack your go-to CBD brand for domestic air, water, rail, or road trips like you would any other toiletry or wellness supplement. Better still, CBD’s potential...

The magic of travel starts with the obvious: Figure out where you want to go, then make plans. But there's an ecosystem of tourism and hospitality that's likely swaying each part of your decision-making process, especially for LGBTQ travelers.

And those travel choices are plentiful. Cities like San Francisco, Miami and New York City beckon as queer hotspots because of their high concentration of LGBTQ+ locals and nightlife. There are attractions with special "Gay Days," and locations with niche theme weeks. There are timeless destinations where majestic sights...

The rainbows are here, and while LGBTQ+ Pride season always marks the return of summer, this year it marks the return of travel, too. For many it’s been a long year void of face-to-face quality time with our favorite people. More than that, we’ve been separated from our favorite places, whether that’s a historic Cape Cod beach, mid-century modern desert oasis, renowned wine region, or sparkling metropolis. So now that we’re breaking out our luggage again, where are our hearts leading us? For queer travelers, a few cherished destinations stand out for being rich in LGBTQ heritage and culture...

Pride is a year-round experience for the LGBTQ community. And for June Pride month, it's a particular time to celebrate even more rainbow-striped spirit. It's been a tough year, so decompressing to make way for a chiller Pride season might be just the ticket.
Sunday Scaries has just the solution. Since 2017, the company has made CBD edibles, oils, and bath bombs focusing on mental health. One of its top-selling products even took root at San Diego Pride, when Sunday Scaries co-founders Mike...

There are always great reasons to visit Washington, D.C. The capital city is filled with beautiful architecture, powerful cultural sites, and historic neighborhoods. It’s also a dynamic metropolis whose residents take pride in their green spaces, diverse dining and drinking options, a strong LGBTQ community, and ever-evolving arts and music scenes. The past year brought many memorable events, from momentous protests for equality and justice to the women’s suffrage centennial...

Visualize Vermont's natural beauty. Maybe you see magnificent autumn colors draped over rolling hills. Or perhaps it's a picture of powdery snow on peaks dotted with skiers. If you love the greens of spring and summer, you may envision hiking and biking along forest trails or kayaking on a tranquil lake.

Vermont's outdoor recreation means different things to different travelers. However, the real secret to appreciating the Green Mountain State is to dive in throughout all four seasons...

Sometimes there's a misconception that America's top chefs reside mainly on the coasts. In reality, chefs across the Midwest, Great Plains, and other heartland states are rocking the culinary arts in their hometowns and beyond. Here are seven stellar LGBTQ chefs who are making unforgettable food in non-coastal, ever-delicious cities.

Pride Month’s rainbows shine all year long for lesbian travelers. So for queer women planning their vacations, it’s important to find dreamy accommodations that cater to them. And while many LGBTQIA resorts focus on gay men, there are fabulous resorts and hotels from coast to coast eager to welcome lesbians into their suites, spas, and lounge ...