lgbt travel
Tips for the best LGBT-centered vacation destinations, including annual Pride festivals, gay cruises, historic landmarks and more.
Me First
I have always loved travel, although I haven't done it nearly as much as I want to. In high school, I traveled to Italy and Greece and fell in love. The architecture was so beautiful, the culture so rich, and it was all around so different from America, a place I often felt lacked a strong cultural connection. This was the true beginning of my travel bug.
J.C. MariePublished 7 years ago in WanderQueenstown: A Travel Guide
Winter isn’t a lot of fun unless you are properly equipped with some skis and a hip flask. It was only a short flight to Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand but it felt like a world away from the dreariness of Sydney. Fresh deep snow, blue skies, and the streets teeming with attractive men in expensive winter wear.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in WanderBorocay Beach Time
The Philippines is a fascinating country — an archipelago consisting of over seven thousand islands. The main starting point is the capital Manila — a bustling, thriving city that somehow manages to blend a modern business environment with the chaos and confusion that seems to define the streets of many Asian cities.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in WanderDiving Into the Swimming Ponds of Hampstead Heath in London
London is one of those cities that seems to make you work hard to discover some of its best features. The men’s swimming pond at Hampstead Heath is one of those hidden parts of London that you really need a bit of local knowledge to experience.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in WanderBarcelona: A Gay Travel Guide
It’s no wonder that Barcelona is such a popular destination – drawing people from across Europe and the world to enjoy its unique combination of warm weather, beach-side location, and a seeming insatiable appetite for good times.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in WanderAre These the World’s 18 Best Gay Beaches?
Wherever you are in the world, it’s always important to have a plan as to when and where you’re going to get your next dose of GBT – Gay Beach Time.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in WanderTowns with the Best LGBTQA Communities
It seems common knowledge to many that many cities have communities where the best LGBTQA community can gather in peace and harmony, but small towns are a bit of a different matter. Small towns bring to mind images of racist old people and hate speech. Despite the comforting idea of small towns from yesteryear, those in minority groups recognize that in small, isolated communities, intolerance has a way of spreading.
Anthony GramugliaPublished 7 years ago in WanderCities with the Best Gay Pride Festivals
Gay pride festivals are some of the most exciting days out there for the LGBTQ community. It's a time to celebrate love in all its forms, the struggles of being gay that people have overcome, and also to possibly link up with a new partner.
Mackenzie Z. KennedyPublished 7 years ago in WanderDiscovering the Indonesian Island of Bali
The Indonesian island of Bali is a favourite destination for Australian holiday-makers, and it’s easy to see why. Here's a quick guide on how to get the most out of your visit to this beguiling tropical paradise.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in WanderNorway: A Travel Guide
Whether you are experiencing Oslo in its shimmering summer, or the winter wonderland of the country’s north — Norway offers something for everyone.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in WanderAmazing LGBTQ Resorts
If you are gay, lesbian, or trans, planning a vacation can be difficult. In fact, going to the wrong country with your partner can result in you being hurt, charged with a crime, or even killed. Additionally, discrimination is always an issue - even in cities that are supposedly cool with LGBTQ couples.
Cato ConroyPublished 7 years ago in WanderStockholm: A Travel Guide
Constructed over an archipelago of 14 islands and connected together by 57 bridges, Stockholm — the capital of Sweden — is a city with a unique sense of style and purpose.
Gareth JohnsonPublished 7 years ago in Wander