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Heading to Florianopolis

Where’s that, you say? Florianopolis is the capital of the state of Santa Catarina in Brazil, an island off the coast south of Rio de Janeiro. I’m heading there for a Board meeting of the IGLTA (International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association; IGLTA.org). I’ve never been and am looking forward to it. One of theContinue reading “Heading to Florianopolis”

Provincetown Scares Up Halloween Fun

Many travelers think of Provincetown as a summer destination with the town closed up after Labor Day. That couldn’t be farther from the truth. In fact, many travelers love visiting in September and October with warm days and cool nights and those oh-so-cozy fireplaces in many of the guesthouses. One of the most fun weekendsContinue reading “Provincetown Scares Up Halloween Fun”

Get Wet (and Gay) in Curaçao this Week

With a few noteworthy exceptions, the Caribbean is not known for being super gay friendly. The former Dutch colony and currently among the world’s youngest nations, the sun-drenched island of Curaçao has been reaching out to the LGBT travel segment for several years. One of their signature events is the Get Wet Weekend (now aContinue reading “Get Wet (and Gay) in Curaçao this Week”

Gay India: Getting Ready for its Close-up

In 2009 when the New Delhi High Court decriminalized gay sex (by repealing section 377 of India’s Penal Code) it opened the doors to the growth of the LGBT community, including a nascent gay travel segment (both outbound for LGBT Indians and inbound for lesbian and gay travelers intrigued by this culturally rich country). JustContinue reading “Gay India: Getting Ready for its Close-up”

Miami: Show Your Rainbow Colored Orgullo October 1

Tomorrow, October 1, 2011, marks the first-ever gay Hispanic heritage celebration in Miami Beach. We just heard about it. If you’re near Miami, consider checking it out. Free to the public, Celebrate Orgullo showcases the cultural contributions of the Latino LGBT community and provides a good reason for having some fun on the beach with otherContinue reading “Miami: Show Your Rainbow Colored Orgullo October 1”

Deal of the Week: Free Gay Film Festival Party

The Third Annual Fort Lauderdale Gay and Lesbian Film Festival kicks off Wednesday October 5 with a party open to the community. Nosh on free nibblies and enjoy one free cocktail. Festivities kick off at 6:30pm (till 10pm) at The Atlantic Hotel and Spa Ocean Terrace located at 601 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd inContinue reading “Deal of the Week: Free Gay Film Festival Party”

Ed Salvato Takes Your Travel Questions on Sirius OutQ tonight

I’m scheduled for a live in-studio interview with Derek and Romaine of Sirius XM Satellite Radio tonight — Tuesday September 27th at 7PM EST. The interview will last about 15-20 minutes. This will be broadcast live on Sirius XM OutQ 108.  Listeners and fans are welcome to participate by calling 866-305-6887.  For those who don’t subscribe to Sirius, a free onlineContinue reading “Ed Salvato Takes Your Travel Questions on Sirius OutQ tonight”

Travel Guide: Sebastian White Reveals His Favorite Destination

New York-based Sebastian White is Corporate Communications Manager for JetBlue and a frequent traveler. We caught up with White before he dashed off to Vancouver, his favorite city in North America . — Editor By Sebastian White Like most visitors to Vancouver, my love affair with the city began the instant I laid eyes onContinue reading “Travel Guide: Sebastian White Reveals His Favorite Destination”

Vermont: The Green Mountain State Shows Some Pink

Last month, I had the privilege of speaking to Vermont’s Commissioner of Tourism and Travel and Recreation Council about gay travel. I also had a whirlwind tour of this beautiful, progressive state. It’s known for its maple syrup, covered bridges and extraordinary leaf-peeping opportunities. But that’s not that half of it. Pioneers in gay equalityContinue reading “Vermont: The Green Mountain State Shows Some Pink”