Category Archives: U.S.

Philadelphia’s Mummers Parade Becomes A Drag

And that’s a good thing! For the first time in its very long history, the Mummers Parade — a fantastic costumed/sequined/choreographed extravaganza that takes place every New Year’s Day in Philadelphia — there will be an all-drag contingent. Lead by Philly drag star Ms. Brittany Lynn, the Drag Brigade will be part of what is normallyContinue reading “Philadelphia’s Mummers Parade Becomes A Drag”

Weekly Travel Roundup By TravelingIQ

Global Correspondent Ivan Quintanillais an actor, traveler and blogger extraordinaire. Once a week he provides a re-cap of noteworthy travel stories. We pilfer his round-up (with his permission) so you don’t have to. Follow his travels at TravelingIQ. *You can leave your heart in San Francisco, but keep your privates to yourself.  The city’s supervisors haveContinue reading “Weekly Travel Roundup By TravelingIQ”

Park City, UT For The Non-Skier (Hint: Lots To Do)

But what if you don’t like to ski, snowboard or slalom? Is Park City for someone who hopes the urge to exercise passes? Yes. Even if you never venture outdoors, Park City offers a slate of attractions to pack a no carb burn itinerary. Spend time on Day 1 at the Park City Museum, aContinue reading “Park City, UT For The Non-Skier (Hint: Lots To Do)”

Upside Down Christmas At Boston’s Liberty Hotel

We love the Boston’s Liberty Hotel hotel and covered it in our Boston Now/Next (ManAboutWorld October issue). They’re getting a little funky for the holidays hiring handsome designer John LaRoche of blueGuava Design Group to transform their already dramatic interior lobby into an upside down Christmas tree-a-palooza. Check out the picture from last year above. If you’reContinue reading “Upside Down Christmas At Boston’s Liberty Hotel”

Hotel Monaco Philadelphia: Gayot Named It One of Top 10 Hotels

I stayed at the fabulous new Hotel Monaco Philadelphia this past weekend. I only got to spend one night but with a late check out I felt as though I was able to get a good feel for the new property. Gayot named it one of the top 10 new U.S. hotels. The property is inContinue reading “Hotel Monaco Philadelphia: Gayot Named It One of Top 10 Hotels”

Which Gay Philly ‘Hood Is Gay-Tastic? Lady Gaga Tix In The Balance

Want a shot at winning Lady Gaga tickets, an overnight stay at the brand new Hotel Monaco Philadelphia – A Kimpton Hotel and more? Here’s your chance to Visit Gay Philadelphia and find out what neighborhood you would have a gay-tastic time in. Click on Visit Gay Philly’s “Which Philadelphia Neighoborhood is Gay-Tastic? contest to enter toContinue reading “Which Gay Philly ‘Hood Is Gay-Tastic? Lady Gaga Tix In The Balance”

Hot Guys In New Ft. Lauderdale Commercial

This is groundbreaking but it’s also just plain hot. Check it out here. With this TV ad, Ft. Lauderdale becomes among the first mainstream tourism board to integrate gay messaging in an otherwise mainstream promotion. DiscoverAmerica released this ad earlier this year that featured two gay men on a cable car. But this is aContinue reading “Hot Guys In New Ft. Lauderdale Commercial”

Jake Gyllenhaal on Stage: A Great Reason to Visit NYC

Here’s another good reason to come to New York City as well as an excuse to gratuitously show a close-up picture of the handsome Jake Gyllenhaal. He’s seen here exiting the Roundabout Theatre where he’s performing in the dark comedy If there is I haven’t found it yet. He’s terrific in the show and, IContinue reading “Jake Gyllenhaal on Stage: A Great Reason to Visit NYC”

San Francisco Packs In Early Fall Events

I’m missing these events all taking place the first week of San Francisco (I’m leaving Monday, October 1. Drats!) But you don’t have to. If you hurry, you can catch one of the following fun events, whether you’re proclivities tend towards the sporty, the literary or the queer. (Or all of the above.) America’s CupContinue reading “San Francisco Packs In Early Fall Events”