The LGBTQ+ community can face unique hurdles while traveling. This guide has great apps for finding welcoming places to stay, connecting with like-minded people at your destination, and maximizing joy along the journey.

‣ In the lodging app misterb&b, all hotels have been vetted for supporting the LGBTQ+ community. The app also highlights LGBTQ+ travel destinations, including gay beaches and Pride celebrations around the world.

‣ Search Expedia for a place to stay, tap Sort & Filter, and select the “LGBTQ welcoming” option (under “Traveler experience”) to find establishments that invite guests of all sexual orientations and identities.

‣ Add activities to your itinerary in TripIt to find a wealth of stats, like neighborhood safety scores, the prevalence of theft, and the likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ+ people.

‣ If you’re looking for community during your adventures, check out the social network Lex. It has over a dozen travel groups where people share advice and plan group trips. On the Groups tab, search the “travel” tag to join conversations in Queer Vanlife, QTBIPOC Camping, and other groups.

‣ From walking tours of San Francisco’s Castro District to nightlife destinations in Berlin, Tripadvisor has the rundown on LGBTQ+ friendly activities. Search the app for LGBTQ, then filter for attractions and restaurants to see reviews from other travelers. Or search a city’s forum in the app for travel advice.

‣ Everywhere Is Queer is a comprehensive directory of queer-owned restaurants, travel agencies, tour companies, and other establishments. Also check the app for user-submitted queer events, like pop-up comedy shows and retreats, by tapping Queer Events on the Globe tab.

‣ When you’re exploring Yelp, select the Gender Neutral Restrooms filter (under the Amenities section in the Filters menu) to find businesses with single-stall restrooms open to everyone.

‣ With Tinder’s Passport feature, swipe through the profiles of people in cities around the world. It’s a great way to meet folks and start conversations ahead of your travels.

‣ The beautifully designed dating app PURE is another great way to meet others on the road. It uses personal ads to connect you with open-minded people in major cities.

‣ Keep an eye out for profiles labeled “Ambassador” in the dating and chat app Scruff. These users are ready to share tips about their respective cities, such as where to stay and their favorite places for meeting new people or dining.

‣ Reduce jet lag with a personalized plan from Timeshifter. It recommends ways to tweak your caffeine intake and light exposure in the days before your trip so your circadian rhythm will match your destination’s time zone when you land.

‣ In addition to organizing all your flight info (and making it easy to share with friends and family), Flighty keeps an eye out for potential delays and will nudge you when it’s time to head to the airport.

‣ Once you’re on the ground, use Morpho to convert currency, temperature, and distance with the fewest taps possible.

‣ Tune in to Headspace’s “In Flight” sleep music to soothe your travel worries. “Pride From the Inside Out” is a collection of videos, meditations, and affirmations that bring a moment of mindfulness to your Pride celebrations.

‣ Pro tip for those using Snapchat to keep in touch while you travel: Turn on Data Saver mode (Settings > Manage > Additional Services) if you have limited mobile data.