Christine Diaz is an award-winning, multicultural LGBTQ+ creator and the founder of On Airplane Mode, one of the leading LGBTQ+ travel platforms in the United States. She built the platform from the ground up to inspire others to follow their passions while celebrating who they are and who they love, with a core mission rooted in empowering women and the LGBTQ+ community to have their voices heard.

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On Airplane Mode is known for elevated, story-driven content that spotlights the intersection of travel, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and beauty. Through thoughtful storytelling and visually compelling campaigns, Christine creates work that resonates with diverse audiences while driving real cultural impact. In 2026, she made history as the first LGBTQ+ creator featured on National Geographic Travel, further cementing her role as a trailblazer in the travel media space.

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Christine is also a trusted partner to global brands and destinations, having collaborated with United Airlines, Sony, Disney, Netflix, Michael Kors, Kiehl’s, Free People, Booking.com, Visit Great Britain, Spain Tourism, Tahiti Tourism, and more. Her work extends beyond content creation—she regularly consults with brands, tourism boards, and corporations to help them engage more authentically with LGBTQ+ audiences and build inclusive, values-driven campaigns.

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In addition to her creative work, Christine is an international speaker and advocate. She was selected as one of 200 creators to attend and cover the Democratic National Convention, where she helped amplify civic engagement and political education for younger audiences through accessible, digital-first storytelling. Her work and impact have been recognized by leading publications and award platforms including Tagg Magazine, Diva Magazine, The Points Guy Awards, and the GayTravel Awards.

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Christine views media not just as a platform for storytelling, but as a powerful tool for representation, advocacy, and change. Through On Airplane Mode, she remains deeply committed to building a more inclusive travel industry and fostering greater acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community worldwide.