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Tip: Come out to American Airlines and (Possibly) Win $200

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com American Airlines is one of the world’s gay-friendliest airlines. They consistently win “Best of” awards in all the major gay travel awards programs like OutTraveler and TripOutGayTravel. And for good reason. American offers benefits to the same-sex partners of their gay and lesbian employees equal to those offered to everyone else.Continue reading “Tip: Come out to American Airlines and (Possibly) Win $200”

All-Male Ballet Troupe Rocks Joyce Theater till January 2

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com In performances by Les Ballets Trockedero de Monte Carlo, every role — male and female — is played by a man, which makes for some really fun and funny (and campy and queer) moments. Technically, whether in the role of a female or male dancer, the performers are excellent. The costumesContinue reading “All-Male Ballet Troupe Rocks Joyce Theater till January 2”

Best of 2010 on GPS: My Fave Five

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com What a year it was! 2010 had some truly awful travel moments (disabled cruise ships, erupting volcanoes, exploding oil wells, snowbound airports), but it also offered sublime places, pictures, and people from the world over many of which we featured right here. During my peripatetic wanderings this year, I had quiteContinue reading “Best of 2010 on GPS: My Fave Five”

Tour of the Week: Costa Rica with OutWest

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com With temperatures plunging in the northern and eastern parts of the U.S., thoughts turn south to warmer climes and sunnier, longer days. Costa Rica has plenty of both. Plus it’s gay-friendly as all-get-out to boot. Join OutWest Global Adventures for a week of fun, adventure, and relaxation while exploring the bestContinue reading “Tour of the Week: Costa Rica with OutWest”

Suite Dreams: Birkenhead House & Villa

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com By Jeffrey James Keyes When you finally make it to South Africa, a dip in the Indian Ocean is a must. From May to December, not only are the beaches at Hermanus great for swimming, the coastline boasts the premiere whale watching site in South Africa — Walker Bay. The WorldContinue reading “Suite Dreams: Birkenhead House & Villa”

Deal of the Week: Historic Hotel in Savannah, Georgia

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Relive your “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” fantasy in Savannah with a special deal from Staybridge Suites, a very pretty hotel located in the historic district of this charming, mysterious southern town. Lady Chablis would love this deal, offered especially to members of IGLTA.org and extended to readersContinue reading “Deal of the Week: Historic Hotel in Savannah, Georgia”

Deal of the Week: Atlantic City is Coming up Aces

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Atlantic City, New Jersey — the east coast’s very own mini-Las Vegas. Isn’t all that far as the crow flies. But it was never really super easy to reach via public transportation. That’s all changed since the ACES (Atlantic City Experss Train Service) Train introduced direct service from New York toContinue reading “Deal of the Week: Atlantic City is Coming up Aces”

Five Bites: San Francisco’s Tasty Treats

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com During a culinary tour of San Francisco, I got to sample savory and sweet sensations at five new or newly improved restaurants. This is a foodie town and my visit was in no way meant to be an exhaustive search. I just found these eminently worthy of mention. Here are myContinue reading “Five Bites: San Francisco’s Tasty Treats”

Suite Dreams: The Delaire Will Delight

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Story and photo by Jeffrey James Keyes Waking up at the Delaire Graff Estate is just about as good as it gets. Imagine the sun rising across an expansive vineyard as you splash around in your private heated infinity pool. Sure, there are plenty of things to do in Cape TownContinue reading “Suite Dreams: The Delaire Will Delight”

Best Seat in the House: R Lounge, Times Square

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Newly open, the R Lounge at the Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel offers one of the best views of Times Square and probably among the best views in the entire city. The lounge, on the second level of the hotel, seems to float above the dead center of Times Square.Continue reading “Best Seat in the House: R Lounge, Times Square”