Ultrachic Gay-owned Inn in Serene Corner of Wisconsin

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com It’s not just the coasts that count. Nor are the coasts the only parts of the U.S. that offer sophisticated travel experiences for LGBT travelers. Wisconsin, long (and justifiably) known for its excellent cheeses, also offers an array of appealing assets for gay and lesbian travelers. Madison and Milwaukee are probablyContinue reading “Ultrachic Gay-owned Inn in Serene Corner of Wisconsin”

Philadelphia’s Gayborhood: 40 and Fabulous

Story and photo by Ed Salvato. Above: Philadelphia’s Fright Factory during Halloween. What better destination to put on your travel to-do list than Philadelphia, whose motto, “The City of Brotherly Love,” appears tailor-made to gay visitors? Bursting with history, charming architecture, a sizzling food scene, and red-hot nightlife, Philly offers loads to see and doContinue reading “Philadelphia’s Gayborhood: 40 and Fabulous”

Ed Answers Your Questions on Derek & Romaine

Photo courtesy of Derek and Romaine Travel editor, writer, and expert Ed Salvato was on Derek & Romaine on Sirius/XM OutQ recently answering listener questions. Callers threw a huge number of  questions on a wide range of topics at him, including: Gay weekend cruises in Florida; Phoenix; Gay tour operators; Gay-friendly tours to Africa; BestContinue reading “Ed Answers Your Questions on Derek & Romaine”

New Directions for R Family Vacations

R Family moves full steam ahead Even without Rosie O’Donnell’s participation, R Family Vacations, the world’s preeminent gay family cruise and tour company, has big plans for 2010 and beyond, including land-based vacations, gay family group cruises, new ships, and new destinations. By Ed Salvato With the changes in the personal life of Kelli O’Donnell,Continue reading “New Directions for R Family Vacations”

Equality Forum 2010

Photo courtesy Equality Forum A “Global LGBT Event,” Equality Forum is scheduled for April 26 to May 2, 2010 in the incredibly gay- and lesbian-friendly city of Philadelphia, Penn. Each year it seems that the Equality Forum gets better and better. With everything from black-tie dinners to raucous street parties to solemn vigils and muchContinue reading “Equality Forum 2010”

Berlin’s Annual Festivals and Celebrations in 2010

Photo courtesy Berlin Tourism German’s undivided capital presents an extensive schedule of yearly festivities, highlighted by festivals, parades, and special events. Alongside the annual mainstream events, Berlin’s tourism officials proudly promote festivities for gay, lesbian, transgender and bisexual visitors. Check out a few highlights here. For more information and to access the entire calendar ofContinue reading “Berlin’s Annual Festivals and Celebrations in 2010”

Gay Cruise Companies Raise Money for Earthquake Relief in Haiti

From our friends at Atlantis Events, RSVP Vacations, and Olivia: With everyone’s eyes on the unimaginable tragedy that took place in Haiti, we’re happy to be able to share a bit of positive news showing the LGBT community reaching out in a very tangible way to help those suffering from the devastating effects of theContinue reading “Gay Cruise Companies Raise Money for Earthquake Relief in Haiti”

Ed Answers your Travel Questions on Derek & Romaine

Photo courtesy of Derek and Romaine Travel editor, writer, and expert Ed Salvato was on Derek & Romaine on Sirius/XM OutQ answering listener questions. Callers threw all sorts of questions on the gay-friendliness of Cozumel, to the beauty and aloha spirit of Hawaii (and the new outreach by Marriott Resorts Hawaii to the gay andContinue reading “Ed Answers your Travel Questions on Derek & Romaine”

Making Waves with Sweet

Story and photos by Aefa Mulholland Things get raunchy at the pool party on Sweet’s Caribbean cruise to Costa Maya, Belize City, Roatan and Cozumel. Despite a fast approaching hurricane, my friend Maggie and I practically galloped up the gangplank to get on board the very first Sweet Caribbean cruise — the inaugural voyage byContinue reading “Making Waves with Sweet”