This is going to be a busy month of travel for the ManAboutWorld team. One of us is going to Thailand later this month. Editor in chief Ed Salvato is returning there for the second time after a couple of decades. He’ll report on the changes he observes and what’s remained the same. Is it still the land of smiles? Stay tuned for his updates here, on Twitter and our Facebook page and of course in the pages of our iPad and Android magazine. Ed will be traveling with Out-Adventures, a gay travel and tour company, co-owned and operated by Robert Sharp, one of our ManAboutWorld Global Correspondents. The gay-friendly Tourism Authority of Thailand is providing assistance for the trip and also offers LGBT trip planning resources on their site Go Thai Be Free.
Daily Dose of Travel Inspiration: Spring Has Arrived
Finally, spring has arrived in New York City after a bitch of a winter. Here’s a photo of the High Line elevated park in Chelsea from our last Big Apple-themed issue (summer 2012). Very soon we will release our updated all-NYC issue. Till then, enjoy this daily dose of travel inspiration.
Daily Dose of Travel Inspiration: Budapest
Photo of the daily flag-raising ceremony at Kossuth tér outside of the Parliament building by New York-based ManAboutWorld Global CorrespondentPaul Fusco who recently returned from Budapest. We’ll be covering Budapest in all of its gay glory in our upcoming May 2014 issue.
Liza Minnelli and Alan Cumming To Perform in Provincetown
Liza Minnnelli and Alan Cumming perform together for the firt time ever at the Crown & Anchor August 4. Tickets ($185-350) are already on sale for this rare one-night only live performance. The 7:30pm show is sold out but there is still some availability for the 9pm performance.
A few words about the show from the Crown & Anchor:
Liza Minelli and Alan Cumming have a lot in common. Not only do both love to act, sing, and perform but they both owe practically their entire careers to the musical “Cabaret.” Liza won an Oscar for the 1978 movie version of the musical and Alan won a Tony 20 years later for the 1998 revival at Studio 54 (a place that Liza was more than a little bit familiar with). Now is the first time you get to see the two do songs from the ground-breaking show together!
Tickets are $185 – $350 and go on sale EARLY MARCH. To buy tickets, visit www.onlyatthecrown.com.
Matinee Las Vegas Party Planning Tips By An Expert
Our very own ManAboutWorld Correspondent (and circuit party aficionado)David DiGiacomo provides the lay of the land for Matinee Las Vegas, scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend along with his top tips for maximizing your enjoyment.
Matinee Las Vegas will take place over Memorial Day weekend (May 23-26). The party brand Matinee was launched over 15 years ago in Ibiza. It has evolved internationally with lavish events including Circuit Festival Barcelona (August 6-17). Upon expanding the brand to North America, the founders asked Patrick Crough and Jake Resnicow to oversee and produce all parties in the USA and Canada.
The first Matinee event was held during Pride NYC on Governors Island. Matinee Las Vegas debuted in 2011. The weekend will feature eight events over four days and nights. The party starts out Friday 9 pm-5 am at Share nightclub. Friday event DJs are Taito Tikaro, Nina Flowers and Felipe Lira.
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Cologne’s Memorial For Gay & Lesbian Victims Of Nazism
Story and photo by Berlin-based ManAboutWorld Global Correspondent Adam Groffman
I’ve now visited Cologne twice and I’d say it’s one of my favorite cities in Germany. With nearly 10% of the local Cologne residents identifying as gay or lesbian, according to the local tourism office, the city has a unique and special atmosphere. Maybe it’s the upbeat attitude of the local residents in Cologne. Maybe it’s the innate friendliness that seems to define the city. Or maybe it’s the fact that people will actually start conversations with strangers on the street. This open-minded attitude and friendly atmosphere makes Cologne a friendly and fun place to visit — and it’s why I’ve been back twice in the past six months!
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American Airlines Reveals Sleek New A321T
San Francisco-based ManAboutWorld Global Correspondent Paul Teixeira was invited on a preview tour of the new Airbus 321 Trans Continental aircraft at San Francisco’s SFO airport. His report:
American Airlines revealed their new Airbus 321 Transcontinental (A321T) aircraft and simultaneously we realized all the good American has been up to during their massive re-branding and merger effort. This will be your new must fly domestic luxury route between Los Angeles (LAX) or San Francisco (SFO) and New York (JFK), and by new, we also mean nostalgic, as they have brought back the class and luxury from the flying glory days of past.
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ManAboutWorld’s March Issue Ready For Download!
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Parting Shots: Around The World With Adam Groffman
Our Global Correspondent and true man about world Adam Groffman quit his job as a graphic designer in Boston and went on a life-changing 15+ month trip around the world. Since 2011 Adam has been living in Berlin – Europe’s most hipster city. His blog, Travels of Adam, focuses on finding the coolest cultural things to do around the world. We spoke to him about his passion for travel, and we selected his journeys as this month’s Parting Shots in our magazine. Here’s the expanded story and more of his photos.
Why do you love to travel?
For me, traveling is a great way to learn, see and experience new things. While I might try new things when I’m home, it’s when I’m out exploring a new part of the world that I really begin to embrace change and try new things. I’ve learned so much from traveling — not just typical skills a backpacker or traveler might pick up, but life skills too.
1. How far in advance do you plan your trips?
It varies. I tend to plan at least a month or two beforehand, but I’ve been known to book quite a few last-minute trips. Sometimes if the airfare is right, why not?!
2. Who do you travel with?
I’ve traveled every which way and I can’t honestly tell you how I prefer it. I’ve done group tours, trips with friends or groups of friends, alone and with my boyfriend. I think there’s a time and a place (and a destination!) for every type of travel.
3. What has surprised you about travel?
Traveling has opened my eyes to so many things it’s hard not to come away from a trip surprised about something.
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White Party Palm Springs Insider Tips
ManAboutWorld correspondent David DiGiacomo has been to the White Party Palm Springs several times and brings us his top tips for enjoying this desert event celebrating its 25th anniversary.
This year’s White Party Palm Springs marks the 25th-anniversary since this legendary party began. This year it takes place April 25-28 2014. White Party Palm Springs was founded and is produced by Jeffrey Sanker who’s been dubbed “the high priest of gay parties.” The White Party started out with only 300 attendees in its first year and now anticipates hosting over 30,000 revelers from all over the world. Each year Sanker tries to introduce new and upcoming talent to perform at his events throughout the weekend. Such stars as Lady Gaga, Ke$ha, and Icona Pop have all performed at the White Party. I attended two years ago and decided it was time to revisit White Party Palm Springs this year. I have a few tips for those planning to attend the event.
- Eat at LULU 200 South Palm Danyon Dr. The food is excellent for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It’s also a great place to have a drink before heading out.
- East Arenas Rd hosts a slew of gay bars all within all within a few hundred feet of each other.
- Definitely check out Hunters Nightclub. If you arrive before the weekend it is packed with hot guys and has a great happy hour. I met a lot of people all gearing up for the weekend. I also stopped here before attending the official parties of the weekend. It’s walking distance to the official White Party venue.
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