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How did you become both a monk and makeup artist?My father is a monk and I was born in a temple in Tokyo. My parents never forced me to become one, and for a long time I didn’t want to — I was more interested in Disney princesses. I studied at the Parsons School of Design in New York, where I assisted a makeup artist. In Japan, if I looked at a makeup counter, they’d ask if I was buying a gift for my girlfriend. But in the US, male clerks would slay makeup looks. I began wearing eyeliner and mascara, and I started my Instagram [where he shares makeup looks]. Once I finished studying, I decided to train as a monk. I hated the concept of Buddhism at the time, but my mum, who’s a pianist, told me, “If you want to criticise a composition by Mozart, you need to study it; only then can you say what you don’t like.” I needed to know what being a monk entailed, otherwise I couldn’t judge.

OK, we’ll admit it. Danish isn’t the easiest language to learn – pronouncing certain words involves some invigorating tongue gymnastics and a talent for gulping down glottal stops. With just 6 million native speakers, Danish hardly matches widely spoken Mandarin (941 million speakers) or Spanish (486 million speakers) either.

For many years, queer people have flocked to New York City in search of acceptance and an environment they could thrive in. The modern LGBTIQ+ rights movement was born here, and NYC continues to be a safe haven for people from all walks of life.

In between international gigs, actress, comedian and drag legend Lady Bunny lives where the West Village meets Chelsea. Lonely Planet correspondent Brian Healy recently talked with her about why she loves people-watching, where she enjoys the best late-night tacos in town and how you can blow a lot of money in the Meatpacking.

Safety is top of mind for many travelers as they plan out their trips for 2024 and beyond. But for those in the LGBTQ community, and their allies, knowing which countries are welcoming towards gay travelers is an important consideration. Part of measuring that sentiment is knowing where residents stand on rights, including same-sex marriage. The Pew Research Center, a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about issues and attitudes shaping the world, released a new study showing which country’s residents support same-sex marriage the most, and which countries have the lowest level of support.

Sydney is a city made for summers. 

The timing of the email was uncanny. I had just realized that I was burned out. The words “I need a vacation” were forming on the tip of my tongue. I was exhausted even if I slept for 12 hours, hardly able to focus, generally demoralized and dejected. It’s funny how long you can slog through a feeling of alienation from your own body before you actually recognize that something is deeply wrong, but I suppose trans people are especially skilled in that regard.

The LGBTQ+ travel market has grown enormously in recent years, becoming one of the most lucrative segments in the industry. LGBTQ+ travelers were worth an estimated $218 billion worldwide prior to the pandemic, with the LGBTQ+ community in the U.S. alone spending roughly 10 percent of its purchasing power on travel.

Walt Disney Co sued Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday, asking a court to overturn state efforts to exert control over the company’s Walt Disney World theme parks in Orlando, intensifying a political battle between one of the largest U.S. companies and a potential White House contender.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a bill into law that gives a new board he controls the power to void development agreements its predecessor body signed with Disney — the latest episode in a feud between the conservative governor and the entertainment giant.

Love and marriage may be the ultimate gift, but just beyond those cherished vows and celebratory toasts comes the unforgettable honeymoon. Unlike the nuptials themselves, the honeymoon is intimate; a private dessert for two. It’s chapter one of a love story. Better still, it’s the newlyweds’ first chance to voyage together in wedded harmony. For LGBTQ+ couples, planning a romantic honeymoon comes with familiar choices—beach or city, resort or B&B, adventure or light recreation—plus considerations about feeling welcome as well as safe.

Edinburgh Fringe, one of the world’s largest arts festivals returns this year between in August 2023 - but what LGBTQ talent is on show?

In the heart of the enchanting Chianti wine region in Tuscany, Italy, stands an exquisite 16th-century stone farmhouse called "Villa Ardore." Transformed into a luxurious sanctuary for love and acceptance, this remarkable venue is a testament to the enduring power of passion and the triumph of progress over adversity.