The CheckOut: Oasis Sens Hotel In Cancún, Mexico

Our ManAboutWorld correspondent Paul VanDeCarr visited the Oasis Sens, an adult-only, all-inclusive resort in Cancún, Mexico. Was it as gay friendly as they promoted? Read our new column CheckOut and, well, check it out. Basics An “adults-only” resort hotel on the beach featuring outdoor pools, multiple restaurants with various cuisines and a friendly but not obsequious staff.Continue reading “The CheckOut: Oasis Sens Hotel In Cancún, Mexico”

A Future Of Travel So Gay Kathy Griffin Loves It

By Boston-based Global Correspondent Allister Chang Boston-based The Welcoming Committee is bringing an innovative spirit of lighthearted activism into the world of gay travel. The TWC’s recent “take overs” of ski resorts, casinos, and other destinations have brought together a range of gay Bostonians. “Soon we’ll take over Cancun for Spring Break,” says Ashley Lucas, aContinue reading “A Future Of Travel So Gay Kathy Griffin Loves It”

Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent Andy Keown

Andy  is a tourism PR professional and frequent business traveler. In his job as communications director for Visit West Hollywood, he seeks to make connections with media and travelers around the world. He frequently visits New  York, Sydney and London, and loves seeking out up-and-coming neighborhoods and getting a feel for how people live. He’s anContinue reading “Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent Andy Keown”

Traveling Gay Dads: Winter Wonderland Vacation in the Colorado Rockies

Haven Caylor is a ManAboutWorld Global Correspondent, father to two incredibly cute kids and one of our “Gay Traveling Dads.” He and his husband recently took Ammon and Carter to the Colorado Rockies for a family ski vacation. I almost fell (it would have been worth it) as I looked over my shoulder at Carter and AmmonContinue reading “Traveling Gay Dads: Winter Wonderland Vacation in the Colorado Rockies”

Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent: C.F. Cooper

C.F. Cooper inherited the travel itch from his globetrotting grandmother and has been on the move ever since. His exploits have been chronicled in Out & About, Gay.com, and Witchvox and have spanned six of the seven continents. Based in his native Manhattan, Cooper will go anywhere for a rare bird, a mythic insight, or the grist for anotherContinue reading “Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent: C.F. Cooper”

Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent: Auston Matta

Auston grew up in Phoenix before escaping to Chicago in 2008. He worked as an engineer for six years before deciding to quit his office job and travel around the world with his husband. Since early 2012, they have traveled to nearly 50 countries across the globe and run the travel blog TwoBadTourists. Auston currently works part-timeContinue reading “Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent: Auston Matta”

Rainbow Reykjavik Winter Pride Heats Up Iceland

By ManAboutWorld Global Correspondent Vladimir Martinez The third annual Rainbow Reykjavik Winter Pride Festival will take place January 30-February 2. This Winter festival has been growing in popularity every year with fans coming from all over the world and joining the local LGBT community to admire the breathtaking landscapes, swim in geothermal waters, enjoy exquisite cuisine and, well,Continue reading “Rainbow Reykjavik Winter Pride Heats Up Iceland”

Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent: Rich Rubin

Welcome to ManAboutWorld’s newest correspondent, Rich Rubin. Rich Rubin has written about travel for over twenty years now. He’s thrilled to be back in touch with the team behind ManAboutWorld, having been an early contributor to OUT&ABOUT. He has served as travel editor for Genre and is currently Food and Wine editor for Passport Magazine. His stories have appeared in Saveur, CaribbeanContinue reading “Welcome To Our Newest Correspondent: Rich Rubin”

Photo Du Jour: Pope Francis Delivers First Christmas Mass

ManAboutWorld’s peripatetic Global Correspondent Mike Luongo visited Italy this week stopping in at the Vatican to watch Pope Francis deliver his first midnight mass. He took this picture and filed this report. I had met the current Pope Francis while he was Archbishop Jorge Bergolgio in Buenos Aires I went to take pictures at midnight mass inContinue reading “Photo Du Jour: Pope Francis Delivers First Christmas Mass”

Parting Shots: Chitwan, Nepal with Anazure

Chitwan, Nepal is the country’s powerhouse when it comes to wildlife, including the elusive Bengal tiger. Spend a few nights here and take part in jungle walks straight out of the African savannah, ride elephants to rhino watering holes, and immerse yourself in the tribal Tharu culture with homestays and cooking lessons. — Eric Monkaba Our GlobalContinue reading “Parting Shots: Chitwan, Nepal with Anazure”