JD Shadel

JD Shadel is an independent writer and editor, who covers culture, travel, technology and LGBTQ+ life. Originally from Maryland and based in Portland, Oregon since 2013, Shadel frequently travels to report stories for national and niche media outlets. Wherever they go, they always bring a can of Old Bay Seasoning.
Latest from JD Shadel

10 LGBTQ+ historic sites to visit, beyond Stonewall

Activists are working to preserve sites that reveal the deep roots of America’s LGBTQ+ communities.

June 14, 2023

Airlines want you to buy carbon offsets. Experts say they’re a ‘scam.’

Spending a few dollars to offset the carbon footprint of your flight may sound too good to be true because it is, climate experts say.

April 17, 2023

Embrace overpacking: The case against carry-ons

Minimalism is overrated. Embrace the clutter, and check a bag.

August 26, 2022

Pride is back — and more expensive than ever

Hotels and flights in top Pride destinations have gotten more expensive, and anti-trans legislation has increased political urgency.

June 10, 2022

How to find the right visa to move to Europe, from people who did it

Without a big company sponsoring you, Europe’s immigration rules can be a challenge.

May 16, 2022

A local’s guide to Portland, Ore.

A local's inside tips on where to stay, what to eat and what to do in Portland, Ore.

June 16, 2021

#TravelingWhileTrans: The trauma of returning to ‘normal’

As flights take off again, trans travelers detail past experiences and call for change in TSA protocol.

June 16, 2021

Anxious about post-vaccine travels? You’re not alone, according to mental health pros.

Experts share tips for travelers dealing with anxiety as they venture out again.

May 3, 2021

Like summer camp for grown-ups: The pandemic is changing the digital nomad scene

From nomad villages to ‘slowmadism,' the uptick in remote work has ushered in a new wave of nomads.

February 22, 2021

The pandemic forced sweeping changes in travel. Experts argue these should stay.

From extra flexibility to increased sanitation, covid-19 adjustments show us what a more traveler-friendly industry could look like.

February 5, 2021