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the best cruise & travel news, tips & reviews for the sensible gay traveler
Gay Travelers Magazine is an online digital magazine by professional writers and photographers with full feature articles, professional photography & video collages of the best destinations & attractions around the world.
the best cruise & travel news, tips & reviews for the sensible gay traveler
Gay Travelers Magazine is an online digital magazine by professional writers and photographers with full feature articles, professional photography & video collages of the best destinations & attractions around the world.
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Pride Journey: Kansas City
By Joey Amato
The only things I knew about Kansas City prior to visiting, were the tales of legendary BBQ and the Chiefs. I went with an open mind and little expectations. The city has been generating a lot of positive buzz as of late, so I thought I’d see what all the talk was about. <MORE>
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The Appalachian Trail Day Hikers' Guide: Downhill to Fine Wine and Accommodations: Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee by Carol and Jim Steiner
Book review by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Carol and Jim Steiner are hikers, writers and photographers. They have hiked over 800 miles of the Appalachian Trail. A mutual friend brought them to our annual open house get-together and we loved their stories about their hiking adventures. When they told us they were writing a guidebook about their experiences, we knew we wanted to review it. <MORE>
Discover Florida Cruise Ports & Which Cruise Lines Sail From Each
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We love cruise vacations! Between the two of us, we have enjoyed over 600 days on cruise ships. Living in sunny Florida, it is very easy to book a cruise from any of our excellent ports. For this article, we've gathered information about each Florida cruise port and which cruise lines sail from each. <MORE>
Pride Journeys: Rochester, New York
By Jesse Walker
Nestled 90 minutes from Niagara Falls and just off of the southern shore of Lake Ontario in the Finger Lakes region of New York, you’ll find the truly limitless city of Rochester. Known for numerous festivals and events throughout the year, immense history, world class museums, and its inclusive hospitality, New York State’s third largest city has something for everyone. <MORE>
Borg vs McEnroe Movie Review by Steven Skelley
From 1975 to 1980, a mysterious, Swedish tennis player with rock star good looks named Bjorn Borg ruled the courts and sports news. He was an emotionless, silent assassin on the court who defeated legend after legend. He won 11 Grand Slam singles titles without bothering to even play one quarter of the tournaments every year. He seemed destined to be crowned the best ever. And then, at the peak of his talent at just age 26, he put down his racket and walked away leaving the world bewildered.<MORE>
Butterfield & Robinson Offers Amazing Walking Trips Europe Asia, Latin America and Africa
Butterfield & Robinson, the world’s premier active travel company is celebrating major growth in luxury walking trips by highlighting its newest and most popular trips. Since 2010, B&R has seen a 153 per cent increase in bookings on walking trips, with an average yearly increase of 13 per cent in bookings in the same time period. <MORE>
The Abridged Guide to Venice’s Most Beautiful Canal Crossings - A whistle-stop tour round Venice’s gorgeous historical bridges with fist fights, Grand Canals and sighing prisoners, it’s a fascinating ride. By Paul Newman <MORE>
Carpe Diem Guesthouse and Spa - One of Provincetown's finest boutique guesthouses with a unique clothing optional spa
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
One of Provincetown's finest boutique guesthouses with a unique clothing optional spa is Carpe Diem Guesthouse and Spa. We asked Stephen Hooper and Paul Graves there to tell us more. <MORE>
Enjoy Budapest With Free, Self Guided Walking Tours
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
If you are visiting Budapest, be sure to consider these free, self guided walking tours published by VisitBudapest. See this amazing city at your own pace. <MORE>
Amatungulu Tours – Nudist Activities In The Most Picturesque Places In South Africa
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Situated at the southern tip of Africa, South Africa is a country filled with natural beauty that is bordered on three sides by nearly 3000km of Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean coastline. Amatungulu Tours owner Jakes Conradie offers tours of most picturesque places and resorts South Africa. <MORE>
MajorPride - The first Pride event in Llantwit Major, the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, UK
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
MajorPride is a small town Pride within a big hearted rural community <MORE>
WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Comes to the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera, Florida
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
The WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup is coming to the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera, Florida. For 10 days, 12 countries will compete for the Women’s Baseball World Cup Title. <MORE>
The new Hyatt House across from Universal Orlando Resort offers the perfect family lodging in the perfect location
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
If you are considering a family vacation to Orlando or Universal Orlando Resort, the brand new Hyatt House across from Universal Orlando Resort offers the perfect family lodging in the perfect location. <MORE>
Southern Cheyenne Marlon Fixico Helps Us Understand The Native American TWO SPIRIT (LGBTQ) People
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Most people probably do not know that Native American / Indigenous communities welcomed and honored LGBTQ people for centuries before Europeans forced bigotry and religious persecution upon them. We asked Southern Cheyenne Marlon Fixico to help us understand the Native American TWO SPIRIT (LGBTQ) people and the history that genocidal conquerors nearly destroyed. <MORE>
National Geographic and Scenic Add New Sailings for 2019
Posted by Steven Skelley, Thomas Routzong
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and National Geographic Expeditions have announced new itineraries for the 2019 season: <MORE>
Grant Philipo’s Las Vegas Showgirl Museum
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD article by Donald Pile and Ray Williams
Whenever we visit cities from coast to coast we always enjoy visiting the different museums and galleries. Sometimes they are the Metropolitan in New York City or the Getty in Los Angeles. We have visited the Fabulous World Erotic Art Museum in South Beach, the Neon Light Museum in Las Vegas which has a huge collection of vintage neon signs for Las Vegas’s past. No museum is too small or large for us to visit. <MORE>
Pride Journeys: Houston
By Joey Amato
Throughout my career as a travel journalist thus far, I have been to Texas about a dozen times for both work and pleasure. However, the one city I never visited until recently was Houston. I quickly noticed that each Texas metropolis has its own flavor. Houston is no different. I was surprised how much I enjoyed the city, which is home to a great mix of art, music and LGBT culture. <MORE>
Pride Journey: Philadelphia By Joey Amato
The first time I visited Philadelphia was for last year’s NLGJA conference and to be perfectly honest, I really didn’t think much of the city. Fast forward almost one year later and I found myself in the City of Brotherly Love once again. This time was for pleasure, not work, so I knew my experience would be drastically different than my last. And I was right! <MORE>
48 Hours in Stuttgart by Lukas Johannes
Getting to know Stuttgart’s rich history, strong regional identity and vibrant contemporary cultural scene in just two days is a tall order, but here’s my guide to getting to the heart of the city in just 48 hours. <MORE>
IRELAND’S DROMOLAND CASTLE COMPLETES 20 MILLION EURO REFURBISHMENT
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
County Clare, Ireland’s Dromoland Castle has just undergone a 20 million euro refurbishment. Majestically set on the shores of Dromoland, it is surrounded by over 450 acres of breathtaking scenery. <MORE>
The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo - just about everything one could ever ask for!
By Christopher Skelley
The Cleveland Zoo is a great place to spend a day; the several ecologically-themed habitats are visually interesting, and the wide variety of animals is impressive. Lions, tigers, cheetahs, leopards, gorillas, lemurs, orangutans, spider monkeys, zebras, wolves, bears, giraffes, kangaroos, koalas, condors, eagles, rhinos, hippos, elephants… they have just about everything one could ever ask for! <MORE>
ROAMING MAN - the world’s first 4G worldwide and free roaming Wi-Fi hotspot device
Review by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We were loaned a ROAMING MAN Wi-Fi hotspot device to review. We used it for a week at an all-inclusive resort in Cancun, Mexico.<MORE>
Unique Beach Vacation Ideas
As you likely already know, when it comes to vacations, there are different options for you to choose from. If you happen to be an adrenaline junkie, you may want to go on an adventure vacation, while those who enjoy the countryside may want to opt for a cabin getaway. There is another type of vacation which tends to be quite popular and it’s that of a beach vacation. <MORE>
Travel, Counseling and Reconciliation in Western Colorado
When your relationship is going through a tough patch, it’s useful to get some space and time for some introspection too. At this point, it’s a good idea to embark on some travel to take a breather from everyday life. <MORE>
Kings Island - The perfect combination of world-class thrills and family attractions.
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Just outside of Cincinnati, Ohio is one of the world’s premier amusement parks. Kings Island has been thrilling visitors of all ages and setting world records for almost fifty years. The Partridge Family and The Brady Bunch both filmed episodes there. Kings Island hosts an annual PRIDE NIGHT! <MORE>
Caribbean Pride 2018 in the Dominican Republic
Caribbean Pride Week is returning to the Dominican Republic for seven action-packed days <MORE>
Jane Fonda – My Life So Far Book Review by Steven Skelley
Forget what you’ve been told. This is the true life story of actress, activist and corruption fighting American citizen Jane Fonda. <MORE>
#BEERISBACK AT BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY
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THE NEW YORK CITY OPERA presents The American Premiere of Charles Wuorinen’s Brokeback Mountain Libretto by Annie Proulx. Second installment in City Opera’s annual Pride Series <MORE>
A Visit To The World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta – Coke Nirvana
By Curt Solash
If there is anything that’s as mythically American as Uncle Sam, baseball, apple pie, or the expression “o.k.”, it’s Coca-Cola. This national ambassador expressing “everything U.S.A.” has traveled around the globe to almost 200 countries, consumed at a rate of over 1.2 billion drinks a day. As a long time collector of Coke memorabilia, I have for many years wanted to visit “Coke Nirvana”, Atlanta’s World of Coca-Cola, and I recently did just that on a road trip with a friend to Georgia. <MORE>
Copper Cactus Ranch Men’s Retreat – The Men’s Sanctuary Near Phoenix, Arizona
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We received a message in our GTM (Gay Travelers Magazine) Facebook group from Bobby Cook. He and his partner Rich Homan own the 40 acre Copper Cactus Ranch Men’s Retreat near Phoenix, Arizona. This is what Bobby had to say about Copper Cactus Ranch Men’s Retreat. <MORE>
Paradise Lakes Resort - Smiling faces (and bare bottoms) are everywhere!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We spent a few very-relaxing and enjoyable days at Paradise Lakes Resort in Pasco County, just north of Tampa, Florida. Whether you are younger, older, straighter, gayer, thinner or thicker, lighter or darker, Paradise Lakes Resort staff and guests will welcome you like part of the family. Smiling faces (and bare bottoms) are everywhere! <MORE>
Princess Transatlantic Cruise
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Jacques Cousteau said, “The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” There is something spellbinding about being in the middle of an ocean, looking out at the rising and falling waves in every direction and not seeing even a glimpse of anything manmade. We have crossed the Atlantic Ocean via cruise ship several times. Each crossing was unique. Each crossing was wonderful. Our transatlantic cruise aboard the Royal Princess, was once, again both unique and wonderful. <MORE>
Bear and Butterfly Bed & Breakfast – The North Carolina mountain escape for men
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
North Carolina is well-known for its Blue Ridge Mountains, Smoky Mountains, the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appalachian Trail. North Carolina’s mountain region offers waterfalls, rivers, forests and trails galore. In the midst of all this natural beauty, you will find the Bear and Butterfly Bed & Breakfast – the North Carolina mountain escape for men. <MORE>
My Lunches With Orson - Conversations Between Henry Jaglom And Orson Welles Book Review By Steven Skelley
Welles reveals himself as a man with a brilliant mind, tremendous talent and clear memory. Unfortunately, he was often his own worst enemy. <MORE>
Provincetown – Where LGBTQ+ can be themselves
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Provincetown, Massachusetts stands out in history as not only the first place where the Pilgrims landed, it is constantly evolving to accept those who seek refuge, a place to be free and a place to be themselves. We asked locals to give us the inside scoop on the past, present and future of LGBTQ+ Provincetown. <MORE>
The Best Of LGBT New York City
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
New York City is one of the world’s major commercial, financial and cultural icons with Wall Street, the Empire State Building, Central Park, Broadway, Times Square and Stonewall. It is also an LGBT affirming and welcoming destination with wonderful assets that many probably don’t even know about. <MORE>
Seattle - The perfect cocktail for adventure
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Seattle, Washington was once named The Emerald City because of its beautiful green trees. It has become a world famous destination for arts, entertainment and leisure activities. We asked Visit Seattle Public Relations Manager Chantelle Lusebrink to tell us what makes Seattle such a popular destination. <MORE>
Long Beach Pride
Pride means different things to different people, but at its core, it’s about embracing what makes everyone unique. As Pride Festival season approaches, LGBTQ+ communities and travelers around the world gather to celebrate everything special about themselves. <MORE>
Come Out With Pride Orlando – Our interview with Jose Luis Dieppa
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Come Out With Pride is one of the largest Pride events in Florida. We asked Come Out With Pride Board Member Jose Luis Dieppa to tell us all about the event and its impact. <MORE>
Philadelphia LGBT Hotspots
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Where could a traveler go to find unique, revolutionary, historical significance, one of the most influential, big cities of the New World, and some of the best LGBT hotspots in the USA? According to VISIT PHILADELPHIA, all this and more is available in the city of brotherly love. <MORE>
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ONE STREET, 7 WAYS TO PLAY - MIAMI'S ESPAÑOLA WAY LAUNCHES WEEKLY EVENTS
Española Way, the rustic and picturesque pedestrian-only street, is inviting visitors and locals alike to join them for daily deals and entertainment seven days a week. Free and open to the public, these daily festivities are ideal for tourists and locals alike. <MORE>
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay‘s most delicious event returns this March with tastes for every palate at the fourth annual Food & Wine Festival. Musical guests include Goo Goo Dolls, Michael Bolton, Flo Rida and more. <MORE>
Flavors of St Thomas Food Tours - A delicious, educational, laugh-filled leisurely stroll through Charlotte Amalie
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
St. Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands is a 32 square mile piece of paradise with breathtaking beaches, historic forts and places of worship, vibrant nightlife and dining plus snorkeling, diving, sightseeing and sailing. On our most recent visit to the island, we joined a Flavors of St.Thomas Food Tour for a delicious, educational, laugh-filled leisurely stroll through Charlotte Amalie. <MORE>
Sacred Tours of Mexico - Experience the spiritual and historical traditions of Mexico
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We have enjoyed every single visit to Mexico. We have watched giant whales swim by. We have stood in awe viewing Mayan archeological sites. We swam with sea turtles. We have enjoyed luxurious resorts. Mexico is filled with beauty, history and wonderful vacation opportunities. Sacred Tours of Mexico allows travelers to experience the spiritual and historical traditions of Mexico. <MORE>
Disney Cruise Line Announces 2019 Return of Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea
Posted by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
In 2019, epic adventures at sea return to Disney Cruise Line with special engagements of two popular itineraries – Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea. Spanning two Disney cruise ships, sailing across the Caribbean and Bahamas, these cruises bring Disney and fan-favorite fun to families and guests of all ages. <MORE>
The National Gem and Mineral Collection of the Smithsonian Institute
You will certainly be a gem enthusiast when you leave
By Curt Solash
For a gem enthusiast like me, a recent trip to Washington, D.C. represented a chance to visit the ultimate site of worship – the National Gem and Mineral Collection at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. <MORE>
Cruise To Cuba On The Norwegian Sky and Discover The Vinales Valley
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
When travel to Cuba from the U.S.A. became legal again, we chose to book a cruise from Miami to Havana on the beautiful Norwegian Sky. We enjoyed it so much that we booked a second cruise to Cuba on the Norwegian Sky a few months later so that we could explore more of this beautiful island. This time, we chose to visit the The Vinales Valley - A UNESCO World Heritage Site - and we discovered a Cuban national treasure. <MORE>
The Opera House - The Met’s odyssey for a new home in the 1950s and ‘60s
By Frank Ioele
The Opera House, the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City to be precise, is a new documentary film that chronicles the Met’s odyssey for a new home in the 1950s and ‘60s. It is a selection of the 2017 New York Film Festival which will be released to movie theaters across the country on January 13 and 17, 2018. If you are a fan of this wonderful opera company, you won’t want to miss it! <MORE>
Escape Resort - Palm Springs, California
From TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD by Donald Pile and Ray Williams. We have been visiting Palm Springs for many years but for some reason have not been back for about 6 or 7 years. It is basically still the same and always fabulous. This time we stayed at the Escape Resort which is one of the longest running, clothing-optional Gay resorts in the area. <MORE>
Olympus Tours – Tours of Cancun, Chichen Itza, Tulum and More!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Cancun, Mexico is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world. On our most recent visit, Olympus Tours provided us with a fantastic tour of the Mayan city of Tulum. We met Jose Yanez, Olympus Tours Social Media and Marketing Representative, at the Mayan city of Tulum and asked him to tell us more. <MORE>
Vinales Valley, Cuba - Touring the UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Vinales National Park is a Cuban National Monument. More than 90 percent of the property is in the hands of private owners. Thirty percent is owned by individual farmers and another 62 percent is owned by the National Association of Small Farmers. If you want to see the real Cuba, this is the place. <MORE>
Santiago Resort - Palm Springs private, luxury, swimsuit-optional escape for gay men
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Palm Springs, California offers crystal-clear blue skies, year-round sunshine, stunning landscapes, streets lined with palm trees and snow-capped mountains. Palm Springs is one of our favorite destinations. The Santiago Resort is a swimsuit-optional, gay men’s oasis in this beautiful vacation hotspot. We asked General Manager Kent Taylor to tell us more. <MORE>
The Wizards of Winter - Time Travel Back To A 70s and 80s Prog Rock Holiday
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Going to The Wizards of Winter concert is like stepping into a time machine to travel back to a 1970s or 1980s Prog Rock holiday concert. Cofounder and music director Scott Kelly has assembled a team that is perfectly fit to take audiences on that journey. The show is part Transiberian Orchestra, part Meatloaf, and part Pat Benatar with laser lights, snow falling on stage, and too many duelling and harmonizing lead guitar solos to count. <MORE>
LEGOLAND 2018 Events!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Everyone loves LEGOS and everyone we know loves LEGOLAND! LEGOLAND is a 150-acre theme park with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions inspired by popular LEGO brands and characters, plus the LEGOLAND Water Park, LEGOLAND Hotel and LEGOLAND Beach Retreat. <MORE>
Memphis – Discover the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock n Roll
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Memphis, Tennessee is called the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock n Roll. It is both of those and so much more. Memphis is also the place to taste world-famous bbq, applaud hotel ducks, see historic paddlewheelers floating lazily along the Mississippi River and learn how brave Americans fought for civil rights. <MORE>
Pigeon Forge – The Great Smoky Mountains Destination With Something For Everyone
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Over 10 million people visit Pigeon Forge, Tennessee each year. The nearby 500,000 acre Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the U.S. With beautiful nature, and abundance of dining options, incredible musical talent, plenty of stage shows and theatres, amusement rides, museums, shopping and Dolly Parton’s fantastic theme park Dollywood, Pigeon Forge is a vacation destination with something for everyone. <MORE>
Book Your Big Nude Boat Cruise For 2018 & 2019
Bare Necessities Tour & Travel
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
The Big Nude Boat from Bare Necessities Tour & Travel is back with two nude cruises from Miami and Port Canaveral on Florida’s beautiful Space Coast just east of Orlando. Book your Big Nude Boat cruise for 2018 or 2019 now! <MORE>
Atlantis Events All-Gay Cruises For 2017 & 2018
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Atlantis Events hosts over 20,000 guests for all-gay cruise and resort vacations every year! If you’d like to experience an all-gay cruise, be sure to check Atlantis Events All-Gay Cruises For 2017 and 2018. <MORE>
Big Nude Boat – Start Your 2019 With A Nude Cruise
Bare Necessities Tour & Travel
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
The Big Nude Boat from Bare Necessities Tour & Travel is back with a 2019 nude cruise from Port Canaveral on Florida’s Space Coast. <MORE>
Circle J Guest Ranch - Where men can come together in beautiful East Texas
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We received a message on our Facebook page from a guy who said he couldn’t wait to start his upcoming vacation at Circle J Guest Ranch in Eustace Texas. We reached out to Circle J Guest Ranch and asked staff member Craig M to tell us about the ranch. <MORE>
Windstar Cruises - Experience Asia in Private Yacht Style
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Windstar Cruises has just released their 2017 and 2018 Asia cruise schedule. If you enjoy a small-ship, private yacht cruise experience, you’ll want to take a look at these cruises visiting must-see Asian destinations. <MORE>
New Orleans Fall Festivals
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
New Orleans is known for its history, architecture, cities of the dead cemeteries, food and parties. If you want to enjoy an Autumn getaway, New Orleans offers a variety Fall festivals. <MORE>
Beach House Cabanas - Treasure Island, Florida
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD column by Donald Pile and Ray Williams, Award-Winning, Celebrity Travel Columnists
Need to get away and have a VERY comfortable, relaxing and enjoying time ? We have found the perfect place! Treasure Island, Florida is just about 8 miles west of downtown St. Petersburg and a little over 20 miles from the Tampa International Airport. They have the most beautiful beaches and the beaches are extremely wide, like a block wide! The sand is perfect. We also found the perfect place to stay….. Beach House Cabanas. <MORE>
The Villa Bed & Breakfast in Daytona Beach, Florida
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD column by Donald Pile and Ray Williams, Award-Winning, Celebrity Travel Columnists
If you ever want to really live like real European Royalty but want to stay in the United States, then visit Daytona Beach, Florida and stay at the Villa Bed and Breakfast. The setting is a gated 1927 Mediterranean Villa on over 1 1/2 acres, with all the amenities. The grand host is James Camp and he certainly knows how to make every guest truly feel as though they really are Royalty. <MORE>
Cunard Welcomes Same-Sex Marriages on its Iconic Three Ships
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
At Gay Travelers Magazine, we believe that love is love. Everyone has the right to marry the person they love. As a gay, married couple ourselves, we celebrate same-sex couples who now enjoy the same marriage rights that opposite-sex couples have enjoyed for years. We are very happy to share that Cunard cruise line now welcomes and officiates same-sex weddings on their ships! <MORE>
Old Florida Vacation Rental Homes – Short Term Vacation Rentals Near Sebastian
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Somehow, Glenn and Scott have taken a historic structure and property and maintained the historic charisma but equipped it with all the modern conveniences. If you are looking for a short term vacation rental with an old Florida feel where you can embrace peace and tranquility, this is the place. <MORE>
Michigan - Home to the Midwest’s Largest Gay Resort and more!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Michigan is well known for its 19 million acres of forest, 100 public beaches, 129 lighthouses, auto industry history and Motown. Did you also know that Michigan has been an LGBT vacation destination since the 1920s and is now home to the Midwest’s largest gay resort? <MORE>
Five Reasons To Cruise To Cuba On The Norwegian Sky
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Formerly a thriving U.S. vacation destination, Havana once again offers visitors its Baroque facades, colonial cobblestone streets, fortresses, Spanish architecture, pastel colored homes, beautiful beaches, classic 1950’s era automobiles and world famous cigars. When travel to Cuba from the U.S.A. became legal again, we chose to book a cruise from Miami to Havana on the beautiful Norwegian Sky. Here are our Five Reasons To Cruise To Cuba On The Norwegian Sky. <MORE>
Hollywood Museum Salutes LGBTQ
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD column by Donald Pile and Ray Williams
We have been to the Hollywood Museum a couple of times and now they are having a special exhibit featuring the LGBTQ community. Steve Nycklemoe is the Director and Curator of the Museum and a VERY professional and friendly guy. We enjoyed meeting him the last time we were there and he gave a private tour of the museum for us. <MORE>
The Big Coconut Guesthouse
The friendly clothing optional gay men's guesthouse
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
The Big Coconut Guesthouse in Fort Lauderdale is now high on our list of favorite places to stay. The accommodations are excellent, the grounds are beautifully tropical and the whole atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. From the courtyard seating to the complimentary Happy Hour to the crystal clear swimming pool to the complimentary Continental Breakfast, everything is designed to encourage guests to get to know each other and become family. <MORE>
Coney Island & Luna Park -The Ghost of The World’s Playground
By Curt Solash
Ah, Brooklyn! As famous as the U.S. itself, where one out of every seven Americans has his roots. And, from an historical perspective, one of the most colorful parts of Brooklyn’s story is the area known to the world as Coney Island, once called “The World’s Playground.” <MORE>
Elvis Presley’s Graceland – The Memphis Mansion and Museum of the King of Rock and Roll
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Elvis Presley is a music icon. Rolling Stone calls him “the first real rock and roll star.” Others call him “The King of Rock and Roll.” From his youthful gleaning of Bealle Street music styles in Memphis to his complete takeover of American radio, movies and television, Elvis sold over one billion records. <MORE>
Shady Ladies Tours Presents Shady Ladies of Paris
Four day guided tour of Paris introduces travelers to the royal mistresses and courtesans of French history
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Dr. Andrew Lear is a world famous scholar on the history of sexuality and one of the foremost experts on erotic art. He taught at some of the most prestigious universities. Professor Lear is also tour guide who offers entirely new and naughty perspective on both classic and little-known pieces of art. <MORE>
Nashville – The Songwriting Capital Of The World and Much, Much More
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
When you say the words “Nashville, Tennessee,” you probably immediately think “country music.” Nashville is called Music City and The Songwriting Capital Of The World for good reason. We visited Nashville and discovered a vibrant, modern city with deep, historic roots and a unique style all its own. We asked Heather Middleton, Vice President of Public Relations for the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp., to tell us more. <MORE>
Rusty Rover Tours – Delightful Tours of Prince Edward Island
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Charlottetown is known as the birthplace of Canada. Delegates arrived here in 1867 to decide whether Canada should seek its own path. Even though the town has less than 40,000 residents, more than one million tourists visit each year. Tourism has taken the place of shipbuilding as the main revenue source. We chose to book a tour online with Rusty Rover Tours. We asked W. Irwin Judson, Owner of Rusty Rover Tours, to tell us more. <MORE>
Escape The Summer Heat With These Cool LGBT Museum Exhibits in New York City
By Brad Henry @BradHenry
Visiting New York City this summer? If the day is so hot you could fry eggs on Broadway, cool off in one of the city’s many world-class museums. Even better, several venues are offering one-of-a-kind exhibits this season that explore and celebrate LGBT art and culture from the days of ancient Greece to today. <MORE>
A Free Tour Of Quebec
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Old Quebec is known as the cradle of French civilization in North America. For 400 years, this walled city has been a center of architecture, heritage, art, and culture. Quebec is a pleasure for the eyes, the soul and the stomach. We enjoyed A Free Tour Of Quebec by certified travel guide Samuel Dubois After our tour, we agreed that Samuel's A Free Tour Of Quebec was one of the best tours we have experienced anywhere. <MORE>
Fishermen’s Village – Charlotte County Florida’s Resort, Shopping, and Entertainment Icon
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Everyone in Charlotte County, Florida knows about Fishermen’s Village Resort. It is THE place to go for quality waterfront dining, shopping and entertainment. For visitors to Charlotte County, it is also an amazing resort that puts them in the heart of it all. <MORE>
Alpenglow Ranch – the upscale clothing optional bed & breakfast with resort type amenities in Central Oregon
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Oregon is a state that is famous for its natural beauty. With stunning coastline, magnificent mountains and crystal clear lakes, Oregon is a national treasure. If you are a nudist or naturist, the Alpenglow Ranch near Bend, Oregon offers everything you’ll need to enjoy it all. <MORE>
Holland America Canada & New England Discovery Cruise
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Holland America offers their seven day Canada & New England Discovery cruise from either Boston to Montreal or Montreal to Boston. We chose the Boston to Montreal cruise and added two additional nights to explore Montreal at the end of the cruise. These ports along the northern Atlantic coast offer both incredible history and breathtaking scenery. <MORE>
Contiki Travel - Celebrate pride in Athens, Ios and Mykonos
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Contiki Travel is a global tour operator specializing in travel for 18 to 35 year olds. Contiki is now offering two itineraries curated specifically for gay travelers to experience Greece Pride. <MORE>
Roseland Resort & Campground – The gay, clothing optional resort on 222 acres in West Virginia
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
West Virginia is known for country roads, rolling hills, Appalachian hiking, white water rafting, Civil War sites and fall foliage. Gay men know that West Virginia is also home to Roseland Resort & Campground – the 222 acre clothing optional gay men’s campground. We asked Scott at Roseland Resort and Campground to tell us more.<MORE>
Simple Ways To Save On Airfare – Tips from AAA
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Everyone wants to find the best purchase for the least amount of money. This is especially true when purchasing airfare. We want the best and most comfortable seats for a good price. The American Automobile Association knows travel – including airline travel. <MORE>
William McKinley Memorial Monument and William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum
By Christopher Skelley
William McKinley was born in Niles, Ohio, but he considered Canton his home. It is where he practiced as a lawyer, where he met his beloved wife, Ida Saxton, and where he successfully campaigned for political office: first as Congressman, then Governor, and eventually for President. The spot where his memorial now sits is a place that Mr. McKinley personally enjoyed visiting, and is the same site he had suggested as a setting for a memorial to fallen Soldiers and Sailors. <MORE>
Orlando North – Food, fun and entertainment in Seminole County
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Just minutes north of Orlando Florida attractions, Seminole County is experiencing a cultural and entrepreneurial resurgence. Called Orlando North by those in the know, it offers “an easier, wilder way to do Orlando” with “pristine nature parks, less crowded restaurants and more affordable hotels.” We spent several days touring Seminole County meeting business owners. <MORE>
By Joey Amato
The only things I knew about Kansas City prior to visiting, were the tales of legendary BBQ and the Chiefs. I went with an open mind and little expectations. The city has been generating a lot of positive buzz as of late, so I thought I’d see what all the talk was about. <MORE>
New Travel Contests and Sweepstakes! <MORE>
The Appalachian Trail Day Hikers' Guide: Downhill to Fine Wine and Accommodations: Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee by Carol and Jim Steiner
Book review by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Carol and Jim Steiner are hikers, writers and photographers. They have hiked over 800 miles of the Appalachian Trail. A mutual friend brought them to our annual open house get-together and we loved their stories about their hiking adventures. When they told us they were writing a guidebook about their experiences, we knew we wanted to review it. <MORE>
Discover Florida Cruise Ports & Which Cruise Lines Sail From Each
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We love cruise vacations! Between the two of us, we have enjoyed over 600 days on cruise ships. Living in sunny Florida, it is very easy to book a cruise from any of our excellent ports. For this article, we've gathered information about each Florida cruise port and which cruise lines sail from each. <MORE>
Pride Journeys: Rochester, New York
By Jesse Walker
Nestled 90 minutes from Niagara Falls and just off of the southern shore of Lake Ontario in the Finger Lakes region of New York, you’ll find the truly limitless city of Rochester. Known for numerous festivals and events throughout the year, immense history, world class museums, and its inclusive hospitality, New York State’s third largest city has something for everyone. <MORE>
Borg vs McEnroe Movie Review by Steven Skelley
From 1975 to 1980, a mysterious, Swedish tennis player with rock star good looks named Bjorn Borg ruled the courts and sports news. He was an emotionless, silent assassin on the court who defeated legend after legend. He won 11 Grand Slam singles titles without bothering to even play one quarter of the tournaments every year. He seemed destined to be crowned the best ever. And then, at the peak of his talent at just age 26, he put down his racket and walked away leaving the world bewildered.<MORE>
Butterfield & Robinson Offers Amazing Walking Trips Europe Asia, Latin America and Africa
Butterfield & Robinson, the world’s premier active travel company is celebrating major growth in luxury walking trips by highlighting its newest and most popular trips. Since 2010, B&R has seen a 153 per cent increase in bookings on walking trips, with an average yearly increase of 13 per cent in bookings in the same time period. <MORE>
The Abridged Guide to Venice’s Most Beautiful Canal Crossings - A whistle-stop tour round Venice’s gorgeous historical bridges with fist fights, Grand Canals and sighing prisoners, it’s a fascinating ride. By Paul Newman <MORE>
Carpe Diem Guesthouse and Spa - One of Provincetown's finest boutique guesthouses with a unique clothing optional spa
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
One of Provincetown's finest boutique guesthouses with a unique clothing optional spa is Carpe Diem Guesthouse and Spa. We asked Stephen Hooper and Paul Graves there to tell us more. <MORE>
Enjoy Budapest With Free, Self Guided Walking Tours
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
If you are visiting Budapest, be sure to consider these free, self guided walking tours published by VisitBudapest. See this amazing city at your own pace. <MORE>
Amatungulu Tours – Nudist Activities In The Most Picturesque Places In South Africa
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Situated at the southern tip of Africa, South Africa is a country filled with natural beauty that is bordered on three sides by nearly 3000km of Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean coastline. Amatungulu Tours owner Jakes Conradie offers tours of most picturesque places and resorts South Africa. <MORE>
MajorPride - The first Pride event in Llantwit Major, the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, UK
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
MajorPride is a small town Pride within a big hearted rural community <MORE>
WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Comes to the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera, Florida
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
The WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup is coming to the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera, Florida. For 10 days, 12 countries will compete for the Women’s Baseball World Cup Title. <MORE>
The new Hyatt House across from Universal Orlando Resort offers the perfect family lodging in the perfect location
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
If you are considering a family vacation to Orlando or Universal Orlando Resort, the brand new Hyatt House across from Universal Orlando Resort offers the perfect family lodging in the perfect location. <MORE>
Southern Cheyenne Marlon Fixico Helps Us Understand The Native American TWO SPIRIT (LGBTQ) People
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Most people probably do not know that Native American / Indigenous communities welcomed and honored LGBTQ people for centuries before Europeans forced bigotry and religious persecution upon them. We asked Southern Cheyenne Marlon Fixico to help us understand the Native American TWO SPIRIT (LGBTQ) people and the history that genocidal conquerors nearly destroyed. <MORE>
National Geographic and Scenic Add New Sailings for 2019
Posted by Steven Skelley, Thomas Routzong
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and National Geographic Expeditions have announced new itineraries for the 2019 season: <MORE>
Grant Philipo’s Las Vegas Showgirl Museum
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD article by Donald Pile and Ray Williams
Whenever we visit cities from coast to coast we always enjoy visiting the different museums and galleries. Sometimes they are the Metropolitan in New York City or the Getty in Los Angeles. We have visited the Fabulous World Erotic Art Museum in South Beach, the Neon Light Museum in Las Vegas which has a huge collection of vintage neon signs for Las Vegas’s past. No museum is too small or large for us to visit. <MORE>
Pride Journeys: Houston
By Joey Amato
Throughout my career as a travel journalist thus far, I have been to Texas about a dozen times for both work and pleasure. However, the one city I never visited until recently was Houston. I quickly noticed that each Texas metropolis has its own flavor. Houston is no different. I was surprised how much I enjoyed the city, which is home to a great mix of art, music and LGBT culture. <MORE>
Pride Journey: Philadelphia By Joey Amato
The first time I visited Philadelphia was for last year’s NLGJA conference and to be perfectly honest, I really didn’t think much of the city. Fast forward almost one year later and I found myself in the City of Brotherly Love once again. This time was for pleasure, not work, so I knew my experience would be drastically different than my last. And I was right! <MORE>
48 Hours in Stuttgart by Lukas Johannes
Getting to know Stuttgart’s rich history, strong regional identity and vibrant contemporary cultural scene in just two days is a tall order, but here’s my guide to getting to the heart of the city in just 48 hours. <MORE>
IRELAND’S DROMOLAND CASTLE COMPLETES 20 MILLION EURO REFURBISHMENT
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
County Clare, Ireland’s Dromoland Castle has just undergone a 20 million euro refurbishment. Majestically set on the shores of Dromoland, it is surrounded by over 450 acres of breathtaking scenery. <MORE>
The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo - just about everything one could ever ask for!
By Christopher Skelley
The Cleveland Zoo is a great place to spend a day; the several ecologically-themed habitats are visually interesting, and the wide variety of animals is impressive. Lions, tigers, cheetahs, leopards, gorillas, lemurs, orangutans, spider monkeys, zebras, wolves, bears, giraffes, kangaroos, koalas, condors, eagles, rhinos, hippos, elephants… they have just about everything one could ever ask for! <MORE>
ROAMING MAN - the world’s first 4G worldwide and free roaming Wi-Fi hotspot device
Review by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We were loaned a ROAMING MAN Wi-Fi hotspot device to review. We used it for a week at an all-inclusive resort in Cancun, Mexico.<MORE>
Unique Beach Vacation Ideas
As you likely already know, when it comes to vacations, there are different options for you to choose from. If you happen to be an adrenaline junkie, you may want to go on an adventure vacation, while those who enjoy the countryside may want to opt for a cabin getaway. There is another type of vacation which tends to be quite popular and it’s that of a beach vacation. <MORE>
Travel, Counseling and Reconciliation in Western Colorado
When your relationship is going through a tough patch, it’s useful to get some space and time for some introspection too. At this point, it’s a good idea to embark on some travel to take a breather from everyday life. <MORE>
Kings Island - The perfect combination of world-class thrills and family attractions.
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Just outside of Cincinnati, Ohio is one of the world’s premier amusement parks. Kings Island has been thrilling visitors of all ages and setting world records for almost fifty years. The Partridge Family and The Brady Bunch both filmed episodes there. Kings Island hosts an annual PRIDE NIGHT! <MORE>
Caribbean Pride 2018 in the Dominican Republic
Caribbean Pride Week is returning to the Dominican Republic for seven action-packed days <MORE>
Jane Fonda – My Life So Far Book Review by Steven Skelley
Forget what you’ve been told. This is the true life story of actress, activist and corruption fighting American citizen Jane Fonda. <MORE>
#BEERISBACK AT BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is going back to its roots with the return of free beer all summer long, and the introduction of a new Busch Gardens Brew Club program. <MORE>
THE NEW YORK CITY OPERA presents The American Premiere of Charles Wuorinen’s Brokeback Mountain Libretto by Annie Proulx. Second installment in City Opera’s annual Pride Series <MORE>
A Visit To The World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta – Coke Nirvana
By Curt Solash
If there is anything that’s as mythically American as Uncle Sam, baseball, apple pie, or the expression “o.k.”, it’s Coca-Cola. This national ambassador expressing “everything U.S.A.” has traveled around the globe to almost 200 countries, consumed at a rate of over 1.2 billion drinks a day. As a long time collector of Coke memorabilia, I have for many years wanted to visit “Coke Nirvana”, Atlanta’s World of Coca-Cola, and I recently did just that on a road trip with a friend to Georgia. <MORE>
Copper Cactus Ranch Men’s Retreat – The Men’s Sanctuary Near Phoenix, Arizona
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We received a message in our GTM (Gay Travelers Magazine) Facebook group from Bobby Cook. He and his partner Rich Homan own the 40 acre Copper Cactus Ranch Men’s Retreat near Phoenix, Arizona. This is what Bobby had to say about Copper Cactus Ranch Men’s Retreat. <MORE>
Paradise Lakes Resort - Smiling faces (and bare bottoms) are everywhere!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We spent a few very-relaxing and enjoyable days at Paradise Lakes Resort in Pasco County, just north of Tampa, Florida. Whether you are younger, older, straighter, gayer, thinner or thicker, lighter or darker, Paradise Lakes Resort staff and guests will welcome you like part of the family. Smiling faces (and bare bottoms) are everywhere! <MORE>
Princess Transatlantic Cruise
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Jacques Cousteau said, “The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” There is something spellbinding about being in the middle of an ocean, looking out at the rising and falling waves in every direction and not seeing even a glimpse of anything manmade. We have crossed the Atlantic Ocean via cruise ship several times. Each crossing was unique. Each crossing was wonderful. Our transatlantic cruise aboard the Royal Princess, was once, again both unique and wonderful. <MORE>
Bear and Butterfly Bed & Breakfast – The North Carolina mountain escape for men
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
North Carolina is well-known for its Blue Ridge Mountains, Smoky Mountains, the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appalachian Trail. North Carolina’s mountain region offers waterfalls, rivers, forests and trails galore. In the midst of all this natural beauty, you will find the Bear and Butterfly Bed & Breakfast – the North Carolina mountain escape for men. <MORE>
My Lunches With Orson - Conversations Between Henry Jaglom And Orson Welles Book Review By Steven Skelley
Welles reveals himself as a man with a brilliant mind, tremendous talent and clear memory. Unfortunately, he was often his own worst enemy. <MORE>
Provincetown – Where LGBTQ+ can be themselves
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Provincetown, Massachusetts stands out in history as not only the first place where the Pilgrims landed, it is constantly evolving to accept those who seek refuge, a place to be free and a place to be themselves. We asked locals to give us the inside scoop on the past, present and future of LGBTQ+ Provincetown. <MORE>
The Best Of LGBT New York City
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
New York City is one of the world’s major commercial, financial and cultural icons with Wall Street, the Empire State Building, Central Park, Broadway, Times Square and Stonewall. It is also an LGBT affirming and welcoming destination with wonderful assets that many probably don’t even know about. <MORE>
Seattle - The perfect cocktail for adventure
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Seattle, Washington was once named The Emerald City because of its beautiful green trees. It has become a world famous destination for arts, entertainment and leisure activities. We asked Visit Seattle Public Relations Manager Chantelle Lusebrink to tell us what makes Seattle such a popular destination. <MORE>
Long Beach Pride
Pride means different things to different people, but at its core, it’s about embracing what makes everyone unique. As Pride Festival season approaches, LGBTQ+ communities and travelers around the world gather to celebrate everything special about themselves. <MORE>
Come Out With Pride Orlando – Our interview with Jose Luis Dieppa
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Come Out With Pride is one of the largest Pride events in Florida. We asked Come Out With Pride Board Member Jose Luis Dieppa to tell us all about the event and its impact. <MORE>
Philadelphia LGBT Hotspots
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Where could a traveler go to find unique, revolutionary, historical significance, one of the most influential, big cities of the New World, and some of the best LGBT hotspots in the USA? According to VISIT PHILADELPHIA, all this and more is available in the city of brotherly love. <MORE>
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ONE STREET, 7 WAYS TO PLAY - MIAMI'S ESPAÑOLA WAY LAUNCHES WEEKLY EVENTS
Española Way, the rustic and picturesque pedestrian-only street, is inviting visitors and locals alike to join them for daily deals and entertainment seven days a week. Free and open to the public, these daily festivities are ideal for tourists and locals alike. <MORE>
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay‘s most delicious event returns this March with tastes for every palate at the fourth annual Food & Wine Festival. Musical guests include Goo Goo Dolls, Michael Bolton, Flo Rida and more. <MORE>
Flavors of St Thomas Food Tours - A delicious, educational, laugh-filled leisurely stroll through Charlotte Amalie
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
St. Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands is a 32 square mile piece of paradise with breathtaking beaches, historic forts and places of worship, vibrant nightlife and dining plus snorkeling, diving, sightseeing and sailing. On our most recent visit to the island, we joined a Flavors of St.Thomas Food Tour for a delicious, educational, laugh-filled leisurely stroll through Charlotte Amalie. <MORE>
Sacred Tours of Mexico - Experience the spiritual and historical traditions of Mexico
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We have enjoyed every single visit to Mexico. We have watched giant whales swim by. We have stood in awe viewing Mayan archeological sites. We swam with sea turtles. We have enjoyed luxurious resorts. Mexico is filled with beauty, history and wonderful vacation opportunities. Sacred Tours of Mexico allows travelers to experience the spiritual and historical traditions of Mexico. <MORE>
Disney Cruise Line Announces 2019 Return of Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea
Posted by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
In 2019, epic adventures at sea return to Disney Cruise Line with special engagements of two popular itineraries – Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea. Spanning two Disney cruise ships, sailing across the Caribbean and Bahamas, these cruises bring Disney and fan-favorite fun to families and guests of all ages. <MORE>
The National Gem and Mineral Collection of the Smithsonian Institute
You will certainly be a gem enthusiast when you leave
By Curt Solash
For a gem enthusiast like me, a recent trip to Washington, D.C. represented a chance to visit the ultimate site of worship – the National Gem and Mineral Collection at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. <MORE>
Cruise To Cuba On The Norwegian Sky and Discover The Vinales Valley
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
When travel to Cuba from the U.S.A. became legal again, we chose to book a cruise from Miami to Havana on the beautiful Norwegian Sky. We enjoyed it so much that we booked a second cruise to Cuba on the Norwegian Sky a few months later so that we could explore more of this beautiful island. This time, we chose to visit the The Vinales Valley - A UNESCO World Heritage Site - and we discovered a Cuban national treasure. <MORE>
The Opera House - The Met’s odyssey for a new home in the 1950s and ‘60s
By Frank Ioele
The Opera House, the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City to be precise, is a new documentary film that chronicles the Met’s odyssey for a new home in the 1950s and ‘60s. It is a selection of the 2017 New York Film Festival which will be released to movie theaters across the country on January 13 and 17, 2018. If you are a fan of this wonderful opera company, you won’t want to miss it! <MORE>
Escape Resort - Palm Springs, California
From TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD by Donald Pile and Ray Williams. We have been visiting Palm Springs for many years but for some reason have not been back for about 6 or 7 years. It is basically still the same and always fabulous. This time we stayed at the Escape Resort which is one of the longest running, clothing-optional Gay resorts in the area. <MORE>
Olympus Tours – Tours of Cancun, Chichen Itza, Tulum and More!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Cancun, Mexico is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world. On our most recent visit, Olympus Tours provided us with a fantastic tour of the Mayan city of Tulum. We met Jose Yanez, Olympus Tours Social Media and Marketing Representative, at the Mayan city of Tulum and asked him to tell us more. <MORE>
Vinales Valley, Cuba - Touring the UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Vinales National Park is a Cuban National Monument. More than 90 percent of the property is in the hands of private owners. Thirty percent is owned by individual farmers and another 62 percent is owned by the National Association of Small Farmers. If you want to see the real Cuba, this is the place. <MORE>
Santiago Resort - Palm Springs private, luxury, swimsuit-optional escape for gay men
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Palm Springs, California offers crystal-clear blue skies, year-round sunshine, stunning landscapes, streets lined with palm trees and snow-capped mountains. Palm Springs is one of our favorite destinations. The Santiago Resort is a swimsuit-optional, gay men’s oasis in this beautiful vacation hotspot. We asked General Manager Kent Taylor to tell us more. <MORE>
The Wizards of Winter - Time Travel Back To A 70s and 80s Prog Rock Holiday
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Going to The Wizards of Winter concert is like stepping into a time machine to travel back to a 1970s or 1980s Prog Rock holiday concert. Cofounder and music director Scott Kelly has assembled a team that is perfectly fit to take audiences on that journey. The show is part Transiberian Orchestra, part Meatloaf, and part Pat Benatar with laser lights, snow falling on stage, and too many duelling and harmonizing lead guitar solos to count. <MORE>
LEGOLAND 2018 Events!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Everyone loves LEGOS and everyone we know loves LEGOLAND! LEGOLAND is a 150-acre theme park with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions inspired by popular LEGO brands and characters, plus the LEGOLAND Water Park, LEGOLAND Hotel and LEGOLAND Beach Retreat. <MORE>
Memphis – Discover the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock n Roll
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Memphis, Tennessee is called the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock n Roll. It is both of those and so much more. Memphis is also the place to taste world-famous bbq, applaud hotel ducks, see historic paddlewheelers floating lazily along the Mississippi River and learn how brave Americans fought for civil rights. <MORE>
Pigeon Forge – The Great Smoky Mountains Destination With Something For Everyone
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Over 10 million people visit Pigeon Forge, Tennessee each year. The nearby 500,000 acre Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the U.S. With beautiful nature, and abundance of dining options, incredible musical talent, plenty of stage shows and theatres, amusement rides, museums, shopping and Dolly Parton’s fantastic theme park Dollywood, Pigeon Forge is a vacation destination with something for everyone. <MORE>
Book Your Big Nude Boat Cruise For 2018 & 2019
Bare Necessities Tour & Travel
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
The Big Nude Boat from Bare Necessities Tour & Travel is back with two nude cruises from Miami and Port Canaveral on Florida’s beautiful Space Coast just east of Orlando. Book your Big Nude Boat cruise for 2018 or 2019 now! <MORE>
Atlantis Events All-Gay Cruises For 2017 & 2018
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
Atlantis Events hosts over 20,000 guests for all-gay cruise and resort vacations every year! If you’d like to experience an all-gay cruise, be sure to check Atlantis Events All-Gay Cruises For 2017 and 2018. <MORE>
Big Nude Boat – Start Your 2019 With A Nude Cruise
Bare Necessities Tour & Travel
By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong
The Big Nude Boat from Bare Necessities Tour & Travel is back with a 2019 nude cruise from Port Canaveral on Florida’s Space Coast. <MORE>
Circle J Guest Ranch - Where men can come together in beautiful East Texas
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
We received a message on our Facebook page from a guy who said he couldn’t wait to start his upcoming vacation at Circle J Guest Ranch in Eustace Texas. We reached out to Circle J Guest Ranch and asked staff member Craig M to tell us about the ranch. <MORE>
Windstar Cruises - Experience Asia in Private Yacht Style
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Windstar Cruises has just released their 2017 and 2018 Asia cruise schedule. If you enjoy a small-ship, private yacht cruise experience, you’ll want to take a look at these cruises visiting must-see Asian destinations. <MORE>
New Orleans Fall Festivals
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
New Orleans is known for its history, architecture, cities of the dead cemeteries, food and parties. If you want to enjoy an Autumn getaway, New Orleans offers a variety Fall festivals. <MORE>
Beach House Cabanas - Treasure Island, Florida
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD column by Donald Pile and Ray Williams, Award-Winning, Celebrity Travel Columnists
Need to get away and have a VERY comfortable, relaxing and enjoying time ? We have found the perfect place! Treasure Island, Florida is just about 8 miles west of downtown St. Petersburg and a little over 20 miles from the Tampa International Airport. They have the most beautiful beaches and the beaches are extremely wide, like a block wide! The sand is perfect. We also found the perfect place to stay….. Beach House Cabanas. <MORE>
The Villa Bed & Breakfast in Daytona Beach, Florida
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD column by Donald Pile and Ray Williams, Award-Winning, Celebrity Travel Columnists
If you ever want to really live like real European Royalty but want to stay in the United States, then visit Daytona Beach, Florida and stay at the Villa Bed and Breakfast. The setting is a gated 1927 Mediterranean Villa on over 1 1/2 acres, with all the amenities. The grand host is James Camp and he certainly knows how to make every guest truly feel as though they really are Royalty. <MORE>
Cunard Welcomes Same-Sex Marriages on its Iconic Three Ships
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
At Gay Travelers Magazine, we believe that love is love. Everyone has the right to marry the person they love. As a gay, married couple ourselves, we celebrate same-sex couples who now enjoy the same marriage rights that opposite-sex couples have enjoyed for years. We are very happy to share that Cunard cruise line now welcomes and officiates same-sex weddings on their ships! <MORE>
Old Florida Vacation Rental Homes – Short Term Vacation Rentals Near Sebastian
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Somehow, Glenn and Scott have taken a historic structure and property and maintained the historic charisma but equipped it with all the modern conveniences. If you are looking for a short term vacation rental with an old Florida feel where you can embrace peace and tranquility, this is the place. <MORE>
Michigan - Home to the Midwest’s Largest Gay Resort and more!
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Michigan is well known for its 19 million acres of forest, 100 public beaches, 129 lighthouses, auto industry history and Motown. Did you also know that Michigan has been an LGBT vacation destination since the 1920s and is now home to the Midwest’s largest gay resort? <MORE>
Five Reasons To Cruise To Cuba On The Norwegian Sky
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Formerly a thriving U.S. vacation destination, Havana once again offers visitors its Baroque facades, colonial cobblestone streets, fortresses, Spanish architecture, pastel colored homes, beautiful beaches, classic 1950’s era automobiles and world famous cigars. When travel to Cuba from the U.S.A. became legal again, we chose to book a cruise from Miami to Havana on the beautiful Norwegian Sky. Here are our Five Reasons To Cruise To Cuba On The Norwegian Sky. <MORE>
Hollywood Museum Salutes LGBTQ
A TRAVELING IN OUR FABULOUS GAY WORLD column by Donald Pile and Ray Williams
We have been to the Hollywood Museum a couple of times and now they are having a special exhibit featuring the LGBTQ community. Steve Nycklemoe is the Director and Curator of the Museum and a VERY professional and friendly guy. We enjoyed meeting him the last time we were there and he gave a private tour of the museum for us. <MORE>
The Big Coconut Guesthouse
The friendly clothing optional gay men's guesthouse
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
The Big Coconut Guesthouse in Fort Lauderdale is now high on our list of favorite places to stay. The accommodations are excellent, the grounds are beautifully tropical and the whole atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. From the courtyard seating to the complimentary Happy Hour to the crystal clear swimming pool to the complimentary Continental Breakfast, everything is designed to encourage guests to get to know each other and become family. <MORE>
Coney Island & Luna Park -The Ghost of The World’s Playground
By Curt Solash
Ah, Brooklyn! As famous as the U.S. itself, where one out of every seven Americans has his roots. And, from an historical perspective, one of the most colorful parts of Brooklyn’s story is the area known to the world as Coney Island, once called “The World’s Playground.” <MORE>
Elvis Presley’s Graceland – The Memphis Mansion and Museum of the King of Rock and Roll
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Elvis Presley is a music icon. Rolling Stone calls him “the first real rock and roll star.” Others call him “The King of Rock and Roll.” From his youthful gleaning of Bealle Street music styles in Memphis to his complete takeover of American radio, movies and television, Elvis sold over one billion records. <MORE>
Shady Ladies Tours Presents Shady Ladies of Paris
Four day guided tour of Paris introduces travelers to the royal mistresses and courtesans of French history
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Dr. Andrew Lear is a world famous scholar on the history of sexuality and one of the foremost experts on erotic art. He taught at some of the most prestigious universities. Professor Lear is also tour guide who offers entirely new and naughty perspective on both classic and little-known pieces of art. <MORE>
Nashville – The Songwriting Capital Of The World and Much, Much More
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
When you say the words “Nashville, Tennessee,” you probably immediately think “country music.” Nashville is called Music City and The Songwriting Capital Of The World for good reason. We visited Nashville and discovered a vibrant, modern city with deep, historic roots and a unique style all its own. We asked Heather Middleton, Vice President of Public Relations for the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp., to tell us more. <MORE>
Rusty Rover Tours – Delightful Tours of Prince Edward Island
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Charlottetown is known as the birthplace of Canada. Delegates arrived here in 1867 to decide whether Canada should seek its own path. Even though the town has less than 40,000 residents, more than one million tourists visit each year. Tourism has taken the place of shipbuilding as the main revenue source. We chose to book a tour online with Rusty Rover Tours. We asked W. Irwin Judson, Owner of Rusty Rover Tours, to tell us more. <MORE>
Escape The Summer Heat With These Cool LGBT Museum Exhibits in New York City
By Brad Henry @BradHenry
Visiting New York City this summer? If the day is so hot you could fry eggs on Broadway, cool off in one of the city’s many world-class museums. Even better, several venues are offering one-of-a-kind exhibits this season that explore and celebrate LGBT art and culture from the days of ancient Greece to today. <MORE>
A Free Tour Of Quebec
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Old Quebec is known as the cradle of French civilization in North America. For 400 years, this walled city has been a center of architecture, heritage, art, and culture. Quebec is a pleasure for the eyes, the soul and the stomach. We enjoyed A Free Tour Of Quebec by certified travel guide Samuel Dubois After our tour, we agreed that Samuel's A Free Tour Of Quebec was one of the best tours we have experienced anywhere. <MORE>
Fishermen’s Village – Charlotte County Florida’s Resort, Shopping, and Entertainment Icon
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Everyone in Charlotte County, Florida knows about Fishermen’s Village Resort. It is THE place to go for quality waterfront dining, shopping and entertainment. For visitors to Charlotte County, it is also an amazing resort that puts them in the heart of it all. <MORE>
Alpenglow Ranch – the upscale clothing optional bed & breakfast with resort type amenities in Central Oregon
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Oregon is a state that is famous for its natural beauty. With stunning coastline, magnificent mountains and crystal clear lakes, Oregon is a national treasure. If you are a nudist or naturist, the Alpenglow Ranch near Bend, Oregon offers everything you’ll need to enjoy it all. <MORE>
Holland America Canada & New England Discovery Cruise
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Holland America offers their seven day Canada & New England Discovery cruise from either Boston to Montreal or Montreal to Boston. We chose the Boston to Montreal cruise and added two additional nights to explore Montreal at the end of the cruise. These ports along the northern Atlantic coast offer both incredible history and breathtaking scenery. <MORE>
Contiki Travel - Celebrate pride in Athens, Ios and Mykonos
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Contiki Travel is a global tour operator specializing in travel for 18 to 35 year olds. Contiki is now offering two itineraries curated specifically for gay travelers to experience Greece Pride. <MORE>
Roseland Resort & Campground – The gay, clothing optional resort on 222 acres in West Virginia
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
West Virginia is known for country roads, rolling hills, Appalachian hiking, white water rafting, Civil War sites and fall foliage. Gay men know that West Virginia is also home to Roseland Resort & Campground – the 222 acre clothing optional gay men’s campground. We asked Scott at Roseland Resort and Campground to tell us more.<MORE>
Simple Ways To Save On Airfare – Tips from AAA
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Everyone wants to find the best purchase for the least amount of money. This is especially true when purchasing airfare. We want the best and most comfortable seats for a good price. The American Automobile Association knows travel – including airline travel. <MORE>
William McKinley Memorial Monument and William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum
By Christopher Skelley
William McKinley was born in Niles, Ohio, but he considered Canton his home. It is where he practiced as a lawyer, where he met his beloved wife, Ida Saxton, and where he successfully campaigned for political office: first as Congressman, then Governor, and eventually for President. The spot where his memorial now sits is a place that Mr. McKinley personally enjoyed visiting, and is the same site he had suggested as a setting for a memorial to fallen Soldiers and Sailors. <MORE>
Orlando North – Food, fun and entertainment in Seminole County
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Just minutes north of Orlando Florida attractions, Seminole County is experiencing a cultural and entrepreneurial resurgence. Called Orlando North by those in the know, it offers “an easier, wilder way to do Orlando” with “pristine nature parks, less crowded restaurants and more affordable hotels.” We spent several days touring Seminole County meeting business owners. <MORE>
USA Spotlight
The United States of America is a country that is filled with astounding beauty and amazing history. Gay Travelers Magazine has reviewed some of the best of the best in the U.S. to help you plan your vacation. <MORE>
The United States of America is a country that is filled with astounding beauty and amazing history. Gay Travelers Magazine has reviewed some of the best of the best in the U.S. to help you plan your vacation. <MORE>
Florida Spotlight
Florida is the top travel destination in the USA for good reason - it has something for everyone! Gay Travelers Magazine's Florida Spotlight is meant to highlight the best of Florida's many wonderful travel opportunities. <MORE>
Florida is the top travel destination in the USA for good reason - it has something for everyone! Gay Travelers Magazine's Florida Spotlight is meant to highlight the best of Florida's many wonderful travel opportunities. <MORE>
Cruise Spotlight
Why not join the 15 million people who enjoy cruise vacations every year? Gay Travelers Magazine Cruise Spotlight is here to help you plan your next cruise. <MORE>
Why not join the 15 million people who enjoy cruise vacations every year? Gay Travelers Magazine Cruise Spotlight is here to help you plan your next cruise. <MORE>
Dining, Theater & Entertainment Spotlight
Dining out, theater and entertainment are a big part of the travel experience. Whether you are looking for a great dining experience or a special entertainment, Gay Travelers Magazine's Dining, Theater & Entertainment Spotlight is the right place to look. <MORE>
Dining out, theater and entertainment are a big part of the travel experience. Whether you are looking for a great dining experience or a special entertainment, Gay Travelers Magazine's Dining, Theater & Entertainment Spotlight is the right place to look. <MORE>
International Spotlight
The world is a book and some people only read a page! There is a whole big, beautiful world out there to explore and enjoy. Gay Travelers Magazine has reviewed some of the best international destinations and attractions to help you plan your next international trip. <MORE>
The world is a book and some people only read a page! There is a whole big, beautiful world out there to explore and enjoy. Gay Travelers Magazine has reviewed some of the best international destinations and attractions to help you plan your next international trip. <MORE>
Nudist and Naturist Vacations
People all over the world enjoy nonsexual nude recreation. Feel free to search our Gay Travelers Magazine listings to find your nudist or naturist vacation, club, resort, campground, group, cruise or beach! <MORE>
People all over the world enjoy nonsexual nude recreation. Feel free to search our Gay Travelers Magazine listings to find your nudist or naturist vacation, club, resort, campground, group, cruise or beach! <MORE>
Contests & Sweepstakes
Win FREE vacations! Enter these contests and sweepstakes in Florida Cruise & Travelers Magazine! <MORE>
Win FREE vacations! Enter these contests and sweepstakes in Florida Cruise & Travelers Magazine! <MORE>
Product & Book Reviews
Whether you are traveling or at home, you'll want the best-of-the-best products and books so we have reviewed them for you! <MORE>
Whether you are traveling or at home, you'll want the best-of-the-best products and books so we have reviewed them for you! <MORE>
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Valerie Paul Wedding and Event Planning
Interview by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Some people seem to be born to do what they do. Valerie Paul is one such person. Read newspaper interviews about her collecting bald Barbies for children undergoing cancer treatment or hear first-hand accounts of her caring heart and exceptional organizational skills and you’ll quickly learn that Valerie Paul Wedding and Event Planning is such a success because of the first two words - Valerie Paul! And, it doesn’t hurt that Valerie is a beautiful woman with a dazzling smile. <MORE>
Interview by Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
Some people seem to be born to do what they do. Valerie Paul is one such person. Read newspaper interviews about her collecting bald Barbies for children undergoing cancer treatment or hear first-hand accounts of her caring heart and exceptional organizational skills and you’ll quickly learn that Valerie Paul Wedding and Event Planning is such a success because of the first two words - Valerie Paul! And, it doesn’t hurt that Valerie is a beautiful woman with a dazzling smile. <MORE>
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