Author Archives: edsalvato

Tour of the Week: Sweet Adventures for Women

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Ladies, this one is for you. Sweet, a lesbian travel company with a social twist, merges vacations for gay women with social and environmental awareness. Lead by Shannon Wentworth and her plucky (and pretty) team, the company is offering the following vacation options for women (though men are warmly welcome). SweetContinue reading “Tour of the Week: Sweet Adventures for Women”

Deal of the Week: New York CityPASS

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Travelers to New York have three ticket book options: CityPASS, Smart Destinations, and New York Pass. The basic differences between the three passes probably boil down to cost, included attractions and validity periods. Smart Destinations Explorer Pass – $109.99 for 5 attractions | $144.99 for 7 attractions = 30 days NewContinue reading “Deal of the Week: New York CityPASS”

Princely Welcome in Canada’s Smallest Province

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com With a scant 140,000 inhabitants, Prince Edward Island is Canada’s least populous and physically smallest province or state. An island which only OK’d the stunning, 8-mile Confederation Bridge, an architectural marvel, to the mainland of New Brunswick, another of Canada’s lovely Maritime Provinces, about 13 years ago, sort of likes toContinue reading “Princely Welcome in Canada’s Smallest Province”

Tour of the Week: Costa Rica with Out Adventures

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com When most people think Costa Rica, they think of beaches and sun. Although these are among the top highlights, gay-owned and gay-operated, Toronto-based Out Adventures offers a gay tour for those seeking both relaxation and adventure in this stunning, verdant, safe, and friendly country. Few countries offer the diversity that CostaContinue reading “Tour of the Week: Costa Rica with Out Adventures”

Suite Dreams: The Saxon Boutique Hotel and Spa

Story by Jeffrey James Keyes. Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com The Saxon Boutique Hotel and Spa in Johannesburg, South Africa was the private residence of insurance giant Douw Steyn until 2000. It boasts countless famous regulars including Oprah, Shakira, Kevin Spacey, and the Black Eyed Peas. Nelson Mandela, another frequent guest, edited his Long Walk toContinue reading “Suite Dreams: The Saxon Boutique Hotel and Spa”

Deal of the Week: Buy Four, Get Three at Island House

This winter, take a vacation that will automatically earn you another (for free!). Well, the lodging will be free anyway. Key West’s frisky and very popular Island House, which has won Best Gay Resort awards from parent site OutTraveler.com, is offering a “Buy Four Nights and Get Three Free” promotion. Visitors who buy four nightsContinue reading “Deal of the Week: Buy Four, Get Three at Island House”

Ask the Expert: Tahiti and Bora Bora

  I heard you on Sirius XM98 OutQ. My partner and I are planning a trip to Bora Bora. We would like to go in either July or August of next Year. First thing I would like to ask is what month would you recommend as being ideal to go to Bora Bora. Based onContinue reading “Ask the Expert: Tahiti and Bora Bora”

Planting a Giant Rainbow Flag in PEI

This past weekend, gay travel expert Jeff Guaracino (right) and I (left) were the keynote speakers at TIAPEI’s (Prince Edward Island’s tourism association) annual travel conference. Check out the ‘Press‘ section of of this site to see the stir we caused (front page headline news!). Above in the photo is PEI’s minister of tourism, RobertContinue reading “Planting a Giant Rainbow Flag in PEI”

Yuletide in Europe’s Cool Capitals

Vienna, above, lights up for Christmas and New Years Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com From canal parades in Amsterdam to beautiful outdoor lightning installations in Vienna, Europe’s gay-friendly coolcaptial cities (Amsterdam, Antwerp, Valencia, Vienna, and Zurich) offer a tantalizing array of Christmas activities right through the new year. Amsterdam Christmas Canal Parade (December 9, 2010-January 1,Continue reading “Yuletide in Europe’s Cool Capitals”