Travelers Gabi and Shanna, the power couple behind the lesbian travel brand 27 Travels, created an ideal winter vacation to Ann Arbor that felt like it was set in a Christmas movie.  

Two women stand on a snowy pathway outside surrounded by trees, as they're holding hands and smiling while looking in opposite directions.
What they noticed: Ann Arbor shines as an inviting, LGBTQ+ friendly destination with some of the best vegan diners, cute shops, fun winter activities, and a lot to explore. Follow along as the two show you around and share what made this trip feel extra special.


Watch the full YouTube video spotlighting their Ann Arbor pro tips.

 


Catch the Highlights

Prefer a quick roundup of things to do? Catch the highlights of their vacation, then start your planning yours.

@27travels it’s giving Hallmark holiday movie IRL 😍🎄✨ #annarbor #travel #michigan #lgbttravel #ypsilanti @Ann Arbor ♬ Christmas Lights - Kyrylo Zaplotynskyi

 


Explore like 27 Travels

Plan your trip and build an itinerary inspired by Gabi and Shanna! Visit these museums and cafes, bookstores, and vegan-friendly restaurants, all LGBTQ+ welcoming spaces. 


Day Visit to Ypsilanti

Spend a day in Ypsilanti, a charming queer-friendly community filled with cafes, eclectic shopping, and locally owned restaurants and bars housed in historic buildings. But it's the people who make Ypsi feel so inviting. You'll pick up on the welcoming vibes quickly with queer-owned businesses, inclusive signage, and community spaces where you can totally be yourself.

Ypsilanti

Ypsilanti has a rich history, which shines through in its vibrant shopping, dining, arts and entertainment scenes. Let's Ypsi!

People walking by colorful buildings in Depot Town in Ypsilnati

 

The Journey Continues

Check out the couple's complete guide to Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti that's LGBTQ+ friendly and a whole lot of fun.

Want to hear more from Gabi and Shanna? Listen to the post-visit interview: An NYC Couples Getaway to Ann Arbor.
 

 

 

About the Creators

Two women smile as they pose in front of historic buildings, including the large "Michigan" sign that marks the Michigan Theater.Creators Gabi and Shanna are a lesbian travel couple based in Brooklyn, New York. "Early on in our relationship we started to realize that we both loved traveling. Since Gabi is a photographer and Shanna is a videographer and video editor, together they made 27 Travels as their creative outlet. It started as an Instagram account in 2016, documenting trips and adventures. The duo also started to realized how little information exists for LGBTQ travelers and wanted to help change that.

"We hope to inspire others to explore more of the world around them, and to spread the message that travel is inclusive to everyone no matter your gender or who you love. Welcome to our journey, and we can't wait to continue sharing our adventures with you!"

Follow their journeys at 27Travels.com.

 

 

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