Dispatches: Gay Games Wraps-Up in Cleveland

Our correspondent Paul Heney sent us this photo from the ground in Cleveland from the Gay Games. The games wrapped last week but the memories of the event are still being felt throughout the city! Congrats to all the performers, athletes, and organizers of this historic event!  

One of the Coolest Restaurants in the West (…and it’s not in LA!)

The Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails is located inside the Hotel Palomar in downtown Phoenix and is the city’s newest and, we think, best restaurant to come along in some time. This modern space is gorgeously designed and would not feel out of place in New York or San Francisco. This is big city dining atContinue reading “One of the Coolest Restaurants in the West (…and it’s not in LA!)”

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”

For Gay Dads, Dollywood Sets The Standard For Family Trips

Sure, we had heard of Dollywood, but our correspondent Haven Caylor recently turned us on to this park as a fun family event for gay dads and their kids. Check out what Haven has to say about Dolly Parton’s legendary park and why it should be at the top of your destination list: There are dreams weContinue reading “For Gay Dads, Dollywood Sets The Standard For Family Trips”

What We See/Do: A Day on Delos Island

Lying just next to Mykonos, Delos is the mythological birthplace of the (hot) God Apollo and considered one of the most sacred sites of the ancient Greeks. The ruins are worthwhile to visit and it makes for a nice break if you’ve been in the Mykonos circuit a few days. Why not go gay to Delos?Continue reading “What We See/Do: A Day on Delos Island”

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”

Group Trip to Vegas? Plan it Right, Baby!

When it comes to Vegas, three days may as well be three months! It’s a whirlwind city and when planned wrong, or not at all, it’s the type of vacation you need a serious vacation from. Our Global Correspondent Jeff Guaracino fills us on on how to plan the perfect group trip to Las Vegas, where toContinue reading “Group Trip to Vegas? Plan it Right, Baby!”

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!”

Dispatches: The Gay Games Race To Cleveland

Our correspondent Paul Heney chimes in with a personal story about the Gay Games coming to Cleveland this weekend! We recently covered Cleveland earlier this year and are offering our Cleveland guide for free here. Here’s Paul on Cleveland and what the Gay Games coming to his hometown means to him (click “Read more”):