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scott, February 10th, 2012
Periodically we’ll feature one of our properties here to let our readers know about some great gay friendly places to stay.
Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals in the Yukon
At Whitehorse’s Caseys’s B&B, you’ll enjoy comfort like the pioneers never had in the Yukon, the land of the midnight sun.
Visit us at Casey’s Bed and Breakfast, and enjoy our clean, cozy, and affordable suites that offer one of the best sleeps in the Yukon!
Casey’s Bed and Breakfast blends first class accommodation with reasonable rates (ask about senior discounts).
Your stay at Casey’s Bed and Breakfast will include clean, comfortable rooms, a hearty breakfast every morning, access to our sheltered garden and patio area, hot tub, bath, laundry, Internet access and cable television.
See the Casey’s B&B Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here
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Author:
scott, February 10th, 2012
Xanterra South Rim L.L.C., operator of lodges, restaurants and activities in Grand Canyon National Park, has completed restoration and rehabilitation of the “Red Horse Cabin,” the oldest building at the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. The two-bedroom cabin is now available to overnight guests.
Built in 1890, the cabin was moved from the Red Horse Ranch in 1902 by local businessman – and later United States Senator – Ralph Cameron for use as a tourist hotel at the head of the Bright Angel Trail. From 1910 to 1935 it served as the Post Office for Grand Canyon Village.
At that time, the cabin was slated for demolition, but noted architect Mary Elizabeth Jane Colter intervened and convinced building owner Santa Fe Railway and concessioner Fred Harvey Company to remodel and restore the cabin for guest use. Colter incorporated the cabin into the Bright Angel Lodge complex along with several other cabins. The cabin was used as guest accommodations for several years but for at least the past 40 years has been used for storage.
Full Story from Edge Boston
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scott, February 10th, 2012
Hong Kong wears the sash and crown for Asia’s most international city and with good reason. Awash with Western influence, chock-full of alluring attractions, and fostering one of Asia’s largest expat communities, this special administrative region of China proves it’s one of the most progressive in the Far East.
It’s a city that’s ever changing and constantly expanding, so it’s hard to feel like you’ve “been here, done that” no matter how many times you visit. While Hong Kong keeps transforming, it continues to promote the unique fusion of Chinese heritage and British influence. Separated by two areas, Kowloon and Hong Kong islands, Hong Kong has a population of seven million with approximately 20 million visitors a year. The city bustles 24/7 with thriving night markets, a growing culinary scene, alluring attractions, and a unique flavor and soul that dazzles every day of the year.
A practical way to get acquainted with Hong Kong is by taking a ride with Big Bus Tours (www.bigbustours.com), a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus that traverses the neighborhoods of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island with comprehensive audio guides to top attractions like Ladies Market, Aberdeen, and more. A tour pass also gives you complimentary access to the Star Ferry (www.starferry.com.hk), a traditional ferry that shuttles between islands and is a must when in town! (Even without the pass, it’s less than 50 cents to ride).
Full Story from Passport Magazine
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scott, February 10th, 2012
What makes New York City such a great LGBT destination?
“New York has so much to do from restaurants to historic attractions to theatre, you have it all. You can also visit other places like Long Island or upstate New York.
What are some hotspots gay and lesbian travelers should check out when they are in the city?
“New York is trendy, and there is always something new and hot going on, such as a club opening or a new movie premiering. If you are looking for nightlife some of the cities hottest hang outs would be establishments like Splash, Therapy, or Boxers NYC. If you are looking for some history visit Ty’s or Stonewall, both have been significant stomping grounds in the city for decades.”
What are the top five reasons for gay travelers to visit New York City?
Reason One: “For the downtown Feel” Especially for those traveling from a rural part of the world the city is really something to behold. You can get whatever you want whenever you want it, if it tickles your fancy, it’s yours. And if at any time you need to see some green you can take a stroll amongst the lush 843 acres of Central Park.
Full Story from GayTravel.com
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scott, February 10th, 2012
Few things are just plain fact: A Republican president will never openly support gay marriage, Ryan Gosling was clearly robbed of his Sexiest Man Alive title and the gay community loves to spend money. And in these still conservative economic times, our money, dubbed “the pink dollar,” is becoming gladly accepted the world over. But a recession is still a recession, and even the fabulous among us like to find a deal, particularly when it comes to our travel plans. Enter the latest fad among flash sale sites: The luxury hotel package.
Online booking sites like Priceline.com and Hotwire.com have been helping hotels fill empty rooms at steep discounts for years now. But with recessionary times, come recessionary opportunities to take advantage of consumer’s penny pinching desires, and a rash of companies are jumping in the game, from big names like Living Social (Living Social Escapes) and Overstock (Overstock Vacations) to new upstart contenders like Jetsetter.com, Yuupon.com, and Itiniere.com. In the later part of last year Groupon, the mother of all group-buying sites, teamed with Expedia to start Groupon Getaways, while the travel review behemoth TripAdvisor is leveraging its vast connection with hotels to offer members-only deals on its top rated destinations through its new venture Sniqueaway.com.
So how do these sites work?
Full Story from the Huffington Post
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scott, February 10th, 2012
“Try the AMF,” the lad next to me says while pushing to get a little closer to the bar.
“The what?”
“AMF,” he repeats, “it’s what everybody here drinks.”
“Right then,” I shout to the bartender behind the counter, “one AMF please. Whatever that is.”
Clearly I must have looked even more helpless than I felt to elicit such eager help from a stranger. Then again it isn’t the first time on this trip that a local’s interest levels suddenly perk up after he notices my English tones. For many Americans a foreign accent appears to be as irresistible as catnip.
Full Story from Pink News
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Author:
scott, February 9th, 2012
Periodically we’ll feature one of our properties here to let our readers know about some great gay friendly places to stay.
Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals in Vancouver, British Columbia
Welcome to the Granville Bed and Breakfast….
Be prepared for a very unique and enjoyable stay, where you will be close to the actions–movies, theatre, restaurants, taxis, buses, tour buses, but at the end of the day, it will be extremely quiet and peaceful.
The highpoints of the bed and breakfast are: the location–right on the famous sea wall, which connects directly to Stanley Park; and the water deck–very unique in its openness and it really a splendid way to begin your day, having breakfast while the ducks are swimming by; and the detailed service from your host–welcoming cards, every night wrapped gifts, deluxe toiletries, house coats for your stay, slippers, individualized breakfast menus, a stocked mini fridge in your room with complimentary waters and pop, bike rentals plus so much more.
See the Granville Island B&B Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here
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scott, February 9th, 2012
This March, Aruba celebrates a youthful 64th birthday that commemorates the day when the Kingdom of Netherlands granted this tiny island in the southern Caribbean autonomous status. The pursuit of complete independence has been waylaid since the 1990s, but that doesn’t stop Arubans from embracing its centuries-old island culture.
A trip to Aruba feels like visiting a party buddy who lives at home with his parents. The island spirit abounds, whether it’s an afternoon on the beautifully maintained white-sand beaches, an evening feast of traditional foods like giambo (a gumbo-like fish soup), or dancing until the wee hours of the morning at one of the many nightclubs downtown or along the high-rise strip. At the same time, the Dutch influence can’t be missed as Aruba is a go-to resort destination for those seeking respite from the cold winters of northern Europe.
Landing in Paradise
I caught a direct flight on JetBlue from New York City to Oranjestad and in less than five hours I had left the concrete jungle behind for a Caribbean paradise. The island, approximately 75 square miles with a population that hovers around 100,000, is a far cry from my hometown of Manhattan, which is 23 square miles and home to more than 1.5 million residents.
Full Story from Edge Boston
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scott, February 9th, 2012
Perfectly sculpted bodies lie poolside at The Glen, a guesthouse that’s the first listing on the Pink Map to Cape Town, handed out at the airport for the 225,000 gay tourists who visit every year.
Gay culture has flourished since the fall of apartheid, which harshly penalised homosexuality, as South Africa enshrined equal rights in its constitution and allowed same-sex couples to marry and adopt.
But no city in the country, or on the continent, has moved as aggressively as Cape Town to tap into “pink” tourism dollars, presenting itself as a model of tolerance and a magnet for international gay tourists.
Full Story from France24
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Author:
scott, February 9th, 2012
Colombian travel agency Aviatur opens a Bogota office specializing in tourism for the country’s gay community.
According to Aviatur, the holiday packages offered by the agency will not differ greatly from other holiday packages, but will seek to offer members of Colombia’s LGBT community the chance to travel the country together.
“The tourism service for this community does not imply offering a service that is radically different from traditional tourism. It is just a segmentation because people enjoy traveling more if they can do so with like-minded people,” Aviatur executive Eduardo Munoz told newspaper El Tiempo.
Full Story from Colombia reports
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At Whitehorse’s Caseys’s B&B, you’ll enjoy comfort like the pioneers never had in the Yukon, the land of the midnight sun.
