ManAboutWorld Global Correspondent Dennis Hensley experienced a classic Rome dessert spot and a classic American hook-up app in the same day. Take it away, Dennis…
Category Archives: Europe
Biking In Budapest … with a Twist
Our correspondent Dennis Hensley let us in on this amazing little bike tour in Budapest: Want to get to know Budapest and burn off last night’s goulash at the same time? Then check out the 4.5-hour Wheels & Meals Bike Tour from Budapest Bike Breeze tours. As Euro capitals go, Budapest is very bike-friendly andContinue reading “Biking In Budapest … with a Twist”
Editor’s Choice: A Gay-Owned Munich Hotel For Oktoberfest
Come September 20, Munich will be abuzz with its epic, world-renowned Oktoberfest, and attendees would be wise to heed our advice and book a room at the Deutsche Eich, a Münchner staple since 1864 and a 2014 ManAboutWorld Editor’s Choice award recipient, this is the city’s sole gay-owned hotel. Forward-thinking film director Rainer Fassbinder was a regular hereContinue reading “Editor’s Choice: A Gay-Owned Munich Hotel For Oktoberfest”
#TBT: Move Over Apollo, Here’s Our Publisher on Delos Island in 2004
Our publisher, Billy Kolber, mimics an ancient Greek statue on the historic island of Delos. So what is Delos? It’s an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Aegean Sea just a few miles from gay-popular Mykonos. It’s also the place where mythology was born, the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, known locally as the cradle ofContinue reading “#TBT: Move Over Apollo, Here’s Our Publisher on Delos Island in 2004”
Conchita Wurst Propels Amsterdam Pride to New Heights
Our correspondent Louis Boshoff sent us this colorful photo of Conchita Wurst at the very recent Amsterdam Pride! Conchita Wurst, the winner of Eurovision 2014 and neo-ambassador for gay rights, has helped Amsterdam solidify its position as one of the leading European hosts of Gay Pride. It remains one of the continent’s most unique pride events andContinue reading “Conchita Wurst Propels Amsterdam Pride to New Heights”
Where We Stay: Charm and Glamour in Mykonos
Located on the beach of Agios Ioannis (one of the most picturesque beaches on the island where the movie Shirley Valentine was filmed), and just under three miles from Mykonos Town, the Mykonos Grand is close enough to walk home in a pinch but far enough to really escape from the touristy hordes when youContinue reading “Where We Stay: Charm and Glamour in Mykonos”
Pride Takes Over Prague — Virtually, Too!
The 4th annual Prague Pride kicked off yesterday and will be taking over the storybook city all week with more than 117 gay-themed events, concluding on Sunday, August 17th with the parade itself. The biggest side event of this year’s festival is the performance of Pet Shop Boys, on August 13th at Forum Karlin.The Prague PrideContinue reading “Pride Takes Over Prague — Virtually, Too!”
The Great, Wondrous Festival of Edinburgh is Nigh
The larger-than-life,one-of-a-kind, international theater festival of Edinburgh begins tomorrow, and gays (and a few straight people…) will descend upon the city for one of the world’s truly special festivals. For three weeks, the best of the best from the theater world will put of free shows around the medieval city, celebrating art and culture — groups from NewContinue reading “The Great, Wondrous Festival of Edinburgh is Nigh”
Dispatches: Zack & Jason Check-In From Istanbul
Our correspondents Jason Slattery & Zachary Gregus checked in with us from Istanbul with a fascinating report from one of the great cities of the world. It’s gayer than you think! After having a full day to explore this fascinating city, we’ve come to the conclusion that it is truly a great place to visit. WeContinue reading “Dispatches: Zack & Jason Check-In From Istanbul”
Where We Eat: A Small, Warm Italian Eatery in East London
On a warm corner of Rivington Street in Shoreditch exists this quaint little Italian eatery called Prelibato Bottega. It’s a small brick interior of just a handful of tables, handmade pastas, and great wine; it is one of London’s best surprises and one we’ve unearthed after many years of traveling across the pond. We coveredContinue reading “Where We Eat: A Small, Warm Italian Eatery in East London”
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