Massachusetts’ Official Same-sex Wedding Planner

The Massachusetts Office of Travel + Tourism, announced the launch of a new microsite designed to serve as a resource directory for same-sex couples getting married in the Commonwealth, http://www.massvacation.com/LGBTwedding. The new site provides a step-by-step guide to everything you need to know about planning your same-sex nuptials in Massachusetts. “Massachusetts still leads the countryContinue reading “Massachusetts’ Official Same-sex Wedding Planner”

July 4 in Provincetown is Just Around the Corner

Provincetown’s premier nightclub complex, the Crown & Anchor, announced that tickets for its annual July 4 party weekend are officially on sale. If you like hot guys (lots and lots of hot guys) and some pretty darn good-looking gals, this is a terrific time to experience Ptown, blending the best of a world-class party andContinue reading “July 4 in Provincetown is Just Around the Corner”

Tour of the Week: Gay2Afrika

This isn’t a gay tour, per se, but it is an outstanding value. It’s from the folks at 2Afrika.com, a gay-owned and gay-operate tour operator. This 5-day/4-night tour starts from $499 per person and is an incredible value. The “CAPE TOWN” package includes 4 Nights’ accommodation at your choice of one of these premier CapeContinue reading “Tour of the Week: Gay2Afrika”

Suite Dreams: Napa’s Milliken Creek Inn and Spa

Story and image by Louise Rafkin; originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Above and beyond – but not far from Napa’s wineries and quaint downtown, the Milliken Creek Inn and Spa delivers everything expected in a luxury hotel– and then some. This former stagecoach stop has been designed and appointed with the highest end traveler in mind.Continue reading “Suite Dreams: Napa’s Milliken Creek Inn and Spa”

Deal of the Week: Island House, Key West

Key West’s frisky and very popular Island House continues its popular winter special: Visitors who buy four nights this winter earn a free three-night stay next summer.(People: It was 20 degrees this morning in New York and 80 in Key West.) Island House is a self-contained, tropical gay mini-resort with comfortable five-star quality rooms, aContinue reading “Deal of the Week: Island House, Key West”

Hotel Palomar: Suite, New Lodging in Philadelphia

The Hotel Palomar Philadelphia is the first Kimpton property in the City of Brotherly Love (and Sisterly Affection) and a welcome addition to your choice of higher-end lodging options. The Palomar is centrally located on south 17th St within a short walk to lots of great restaurants, and a quick cab ride from the AmtrakContinue reading “Hotel Palomar: Suite, New Lodging in Philadelphia”

Suite Dreams: Clarion Hotel Sign, Stockholm

By Jeffrey James Keyes; above from the Moderna; Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com Clarion Hotel Sign is the perfect launching pad for a cultured adventure in Stockholm, the gay capital of Scandinavia. Rad on for your “suite” stay.

Tour of the Week: Turkey with Venture Out

Originally published in GPS.OutTraveler.com In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, we highlight Venture Out’s fabulous land/sea tour of Turkey, June 2-11, 2011. (Get it? Gobble gobble.) The Turkish Delight: Istanbul, Ephesus, and Sailing the Turquoise Coast was full this past summer and had a waiting list, so t’s not too soon to make a reservation.Continue reading “Tour of the Week: Turkey with Venture Out”

Ask the Expert: Tahiti and Bora Bora

I heard you on XM98 OutQ and was excited to hear someone who was in the know about all things travel. My partner and I are planning a trip to Bora Bora. We would like to go in either July or August of next Year. First thing I would like to ask is what monthContinue reading “Ask the Expert: Tahiti and Bora Bora”

Ask the Expert: BookIt.com and Spirit Air

Do you know anything about bookit.com and Spirit Airlines? Their deals sound too good to be true. — Stanton, via e-mail I’ve done some research and bookit.com seems to be a good site with lots of information in addition to a booking engine. I’d give it a try and compare it to some of theContinue reading “Ask the Expert: BookIt.com and Spirit Air”