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Skiing Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn – Once Upon a Journey

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Skiing Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn - Once Upon a Journey

Skiing Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn in Austria

Are you going to ski at Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn?! Or are you looking if this ski resort in Austria is something for you? Then you’ve come to the right place, as we will tell you all about this great ski area.

And yes, it’s an incredibly long name. 

However, just as long as the name are the many ski and snowboard opportunities in the region! The area covers two Austrian states and 270 kilometers (168 miles) of ski slopes. And don’t forget about the cozy villages, amazing après ski, cool snow parks, night skiing, speed runs, freeride parks, toboggan runs, and over 60 cozy ski huts. It’s all waiting for you in the ‘Home of Lässig’, the nickname of the Austrian ski area.

By Maartje – Full Story at Once Upon a Journey

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Hike Cirque De Gavarnie – The Secret Route – Our Taste for Life

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Hike Cirque De Gavarnie

Cirque De Gavarnie is one of the most spectacular sights in the French Pyrenees. A natural amphitheatre of colossal mountains and cascading waterfalls, it might even be one of the most astonishing wonders of Europe.

Accessible via a fairly easy and undemanding hike from Gavarnie village, almost anyone can visit this UNESCO heritage site. There are, however, some restrictions and obstacles in place that you should keep in mind before you make the trip.

I cover everything you need to know before you hike Cirque de Gavarnie in this article. I also share the details of a more challenging and adventurous hiking route to the Gavarnie waterfall that we stumbled upon on our return journey.

By Charlotte & Natalie – Full Story at Our Taste for Life

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Visiting Lesbian Lac de Gaube in France – Our Taste for Life

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Visiting Lesbian Lac de Gaube in France - Our Taste for Life

Visiting Lesbian Lac De Gaube in the French Pyrenees

If you’re planning a visit to Lac De Gaube, also known as Gaube Lake, this article is for you. In this guide, I share everything you need to know ahead of visiting Gaube Lake, including how to get there, what to expect and more.

Lac De Gaube, or Gaube Lake, is one of the most jaw-dropping wonders in all the French Pyrenees. An emerald alpine lake surrounded by towering peaks, it’s the epitome of natural beauty that exists in this magnificent region.

While it is possible to enjoy a beautiful hike to lesbian Lac de Gaube, you can also reach it by chairlift, which means that almost anybody can enjoy the ethereal lakeside views.

That said, since the lake lies in the Parc National des Pyrenees, there are rules and regulations that you should be aware of before visiting. Here I share all the facts based on our recent visit.

Full Story at Our Taste for Life

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3 Days in the Lesbian Lake District – Our Taste for Life

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3 Days in the Lesbian Lake District - Our Taste for Life

The Best Lesbian Lake District Itinerary
– 3 Days of Adventure!

3 days in the lesbian Lake District might not seem like a lot of time. But if you plan that time wisely, you can still achieve a lot during your trip. In this guide, I share our own tried & tested Lake District itinerary, including things to do, where to eat, and the best places to stay!

Our recent trip to the Lake District was our first time visiting. It was somewhere that had always been on our radar, but we’d never made it a priority. To be honest, we didn’t realise quite how magnificent it is.

The lakes have everything that we love about a place. Idyllic lakes, quaint countryside villages, and adventurous hikes up into the mountains.

This 3 day Lake District itinerary combines a bit of all those things. It’s ideal for couples, solo travellers, first-time visitors, and anybody else who wants to spend a long weekend in the Lake District.

By Charlotte & Natalie – Full Story at Our Taste for Life

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The Varosi Ghost Town in Cyprus – Nomadic Boys

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Varosi Ghost Town - The Nomadic Boys

Visiting the Varosi Ghost Town in Cyprus

“That would have been my home if things turned out differently”.

Staring at the dilapidated and abandoned buildings in the Varosi ghost town of Famagusta in Northern Cyprus, my uncle points at a specific block of apartments set right on the beachfront (cordoned off by the Turkish military) and told me it belonged to my family.

In an alternative reality, this would have been where I would have grown up.

Every time I see the famed ghost town in Northern Cyprus I always wonder, “What if the Turkish invasion had worked out differently and I grew up herea as a gay man on the Famagusta beachfront instead of suburbia North London?”

In the summer of 1974, Turkish troops invaded Northern Cyprus and displaced 170,000 Greek Cypriots, which included all of my family. Most displaced Greek Cypriots either moved to Southern Cyprus or to the UK (Cyprus was a former British colony). My family was part of the large influx of Greek Cypriot refugees that fled to London.

By Stefan Arestis – Full Story at the Nomadic Boys

Cyprus Gay Travel Resources

Visiting Lesbian Helsinki in the Winter – Our Taste for Life

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Visiting Lesbian Helsinki in the Winter - Our Taste for Life

Visiting Lesbian Helsinki in the Winter
The Ultimate Travel Guide

If you’re planning a memorable trip to lesbian Helsinki in winter, you’re in the right place. In this guide, I’ll share all the best things to do in Helsinki in winter, plus all of my top tips for visiting during this time.

Overlooking the Baltic Sea, Helsinki is one of the most underrated cities in Europe. Bursting with abstract architecture and innovative art, it’s also one of the most futuristic and unique.

While Finland’s capital is an exciting city all year round, winter in Helsinki is a magical time. It’s cold, of course, but so long as you are prepared, it can be one of the best times to visit.

Crowds are fewer, prices are lower, and the Helsinki winter scenery is a dream. Not to mention all the exciting winter activities in Helsinki that make this one of the best winter city breaks in Europe.

By Charlotte & Natalie – Full Story at Our Taste for Life

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Visiting Gay Milan, A First Timer’s Guide – The Nomadic Boys

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Visiting Gay Milan, A First Timer's Guide - The Nomadic Boys

Visiting Gay Milan, A First Timer’s Guide

Followers of UK/Canada Drag Race will relate…one of our favorites drag queens always inspired a sort of spiritual gay wanderlust to the Italian fashion capital.

And for good reason. Gay Milan is world famous for its fashion. It’s a global capital when it comes to its runways and catwalks. What we didn’t know is that Milan also has a pretty epic gay scene – the largest and best in all of Italy and one of our favorites gay friendly cities in Europe.

Hop off at the Puerto Venezia metro stop, dolled up with rainbows, and head up to the streets around Lecco – gayness is everywhere! On weekends these streets come alive as the LGBTQ community comes together and creates a fabulous street party. That’s why we love it. Few gay scenes we’ve experienced have such a vibe outside of Pride.

By Stefan Arestis – Full Story at the Nomadic Boys

Milan Gay Travel Resources

Lesbian Ljubljana in Winter – The Ultimate Travel Guide

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Lesbian Ljubljana in Winter – The Ultimate Travel Guide

Visiting Lesbian Ljubljana in the Winter

If you’re planning a memorable trip to lesbian Ljubljana in winter, you’re in the right place. In this guide, I’ll share all the best things to do in this beautiful town in winter, plus all of my top tips for visiting during this magical time.

Ljubljana, Slovenia’s tiny capital, is one of the most underrated cities in Europe. With its whimsical architecture and charming cobbled streets, it feels like something straight out of a fairy tale.

While the city is dreamy and captivating all year round, there’s nothing quite like winter in Ljubljana. It’s at this time of year that the magic really happens. 

Snow adorns the ground, rivers ice over, and traditional Christmas markets pop up around the city. It’s simply beautiful and undoubtedly one of my favourite European winter destinations.

Full Story at Our Taste for Life

Chateau du Gue aux Biches – Normandy Gay B&B

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Chateau du Gue aux Biches - Normandy Gay B&B

Normandy Gay B&B In A Historic Chateau Near Bagnoles

The history of Chateau du Gue aux Biches goes way back but Albert Christophle implemented the biggest changes after he bought the place in 1868 as a hunting lodge. He was the Minister of Public Works in France and the creator of the town of Bagnoles. He was also the mayor and initiator of the very well-preserved Belle Époque neighbourhood of the town.

In 2017, we bought the château and have worked purposefully to renovate it into a Normandy gay B&B, respecting the history and the original details to bring it back to its former greatness. In August 2020, we moved permanently to France to pursue our dream and create a unique home where we look forward to welcoming you as our guests.

Bagnoles is a famous spa town in France. As far back as the Middle Ages, there are tales of the healing hot springs in the town and today there is a large spa that attracts guests from all over Europe.

See the Chateau du Gue aux Biches Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Normandy Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Hanging Out in Gay Albania – The Nomadic Boys

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Hanging Out in Gay Albania - The Nomadic Boys

The Best Things to See and Do in Gay Albania

Albania. One of Europe’s best-kept secrets. Though something tells us this is about to change…

With a landscape filled with white sand beaches, fairytale-like castles, and a history that is as fiery as a Real Housewives reunion, is it any wonder gay Albania is fast becoming a must-visit for LGBTQ+ travelers? It’s a wonderful mix of the modern world, with a super chic capital city full of hip bars and clubs, as well as a natural landscape that rivals the French Riviera.

Albanian society may not be as liberal as their neighbors in Greece, but it’s by no means as rigid as places like Serbia or Russia (although that ain’t a tall order…).

Tirana, the capital, hosts an annual Pride event featuring activities throughout the city and a massive parade. However, there are no official gay bars or clubs in Tirana. That being said, there have been major strides toward acceptance in recent years, especially after the country overthrew communist rule in the early 1990s. We found most Albanians we met to be very friendly, and eager to make us feel welcome as a queer couple, particularly the younger generations.

By Stefan Arestis – Full Story at the Nomadic Boys