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The Catskills Resort That Became a Piece of Trans History

The Catskills Resort That Became a Piece of Trans History

New essay for CN Traveler ...

Sandy Allen
June 30, 2026

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Hey folks,

I wanted to share this new piece I have out, from Condé Nast Traveler … It’s on Casa Susanna, a historic trans resort here in the Catskills.

I hope you enjoy:

The Catskills Resort That Became a Piece of Trans History

At Casa Susanna, guests experienced “the glorious, even life-saving, company of other people like them,” writes Sandy Ernest Allen.

Condé Nast Traveler • Sandy Ernest Allen

Thanks for reading!

Sending love,
Sandy

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