WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 – The Big Event You Should Build Your Trip Around
Amsterdam hosts WorldPride from 25 July to 8 August 2026, and I’m building my trip around five anchor moments on Museumplein plus the conference and the march. Here’s my simple way to plan a week that feels full without burning
Amsterdam Pride 2022: My Experience at the Canal Parade, Pride March, and Street Parties
Perfect, thanks for filling in those details! Here’s a polished version of your Amsterdam Pride blog post with your real experiences woven in. It’s written in that conversational, “telling a friend over coffee” style, sits in the 750–1000 word range,
LGBTQ Christmas Markets in Berlin, Frankfurt & Cologne 2025: Hours, Maps, Food and Festive Highlights
Planning a holiday trip to Europe and want to experience something a little different? The Christmas season is magical everywhere, but a few cities in Germany stand out for celebrating the season with a proud LGBTQ twist. From Berlin’s vibrant
🌈 8 of the Largest Bucket List Pride Events in the World Everyone Should Experience at Least Once
Pride is more than a parade — it’s a celebration of identity, history, resilience, and love. Across the globe, Pride events bring together millions of people in dazzling displays of color, creativity, and solidarity. From street parties to political protests,
📱 8 Free Apps You Must Download Before Traveling to Europe
(Germany, France & England Edition)Whether you're catching the Metro in Paris, navigating London’s Tube, or riding the trams of Berlin, these 8 essential apps will make your trip smoother, smarter, and more enjoyable — without costing a cent. 1. 🚆 Rail
On the Ground: Finding Markets, Fun, Food & Getting Around
Once I land in a city, I want to do three things fast: find the market, figure out my route, and learn what to eat and what it costs. Here’s my city playbook—simple, friendly, and built for cold fingers and
Where I’m Going (and Why I’m Taking Trains)
When I plan a Christmas Market run, I want a mix: classic German markets, a little theme-park magic, and a couple big-city “wow” moments. I also want to feel welcome as a traveler and have a few queer-owned spots on
6 Essential Things to Know Before Planning Train Travel
Train journeys offer a nostalgic, comfortable, and scenic way to travel — but they come with their own quirks. Before you book that window seat, here are six key things to know that can help ensure a smoother ride. 1. 🕒
How I’m Planning a 2025 European Christmas Market Trip
How I’m Planning a 2025 European Christmas Market Trip (from a 40-something gay Black traveler) I’m a Hallmark-movie holiday person. Give me fairy lights, mugs of something hot, and corny choir music and I’m good. This year I sat down
5 Essential Steps Before Planning Your Major European Vacation
Here’s a handy pre-trip checklist to help you prepare—complete with savvy tips for flights, Christmas market resources, and more.1. Pick Your Trip Length, Timing & DestinationsDecide how long you can realistically travel—at least 10 days is recommended for longer-haul flights