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Cottages at Chesley Creek Farm – Gay Friendly Blue Ridge Mountains Cottages

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Cottages at Chesley Creek Farm - Blue Ridge Mountains Gay Friendly Cottages - Gay Friendly Blue Ridge Mountains Cottages
The Creek House

PRIVATE GAY FRIENDLY BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS COTTAGES IN DYKE, VIRGINIA

Welcome to the Cottages at Chesley Creek Farm – gay friendly Blue Ridge Mountains cottages offering romance for two in Dyke, Virginia, far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our vacation rental resort is the perfect place to commune with nature and unwind from the stress of city living.

Located in Greene County, eighteen miles northwest of Charlottesville, our four cottages – Creek House, LaurelWood, Ridge, and Pines, and the Log House – are located on 300 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounded on one side by a 1,000 acre parcel and on the other side by a 1,500 acre parcel. They’re the last houses on a dirt road leading up Brokenback Mountain.

We’re about 100 miles from Washington, 90 miles from Richmond, and a half-hour drive to Charlottesville, home to the University of Virginia and Jefferson’s Monticello. Also nearby is Madison’s home, Montpelier.

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Epic Utah National Parks Road Trip – 2TravelDads

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Utah National Parks Road Trip - 2TravelDads

Utah National Parks Road Trip: Epic & Unforgettable Sights

You’ll see lots of vultures in Utah, circling like they have a plan. Well, here’s a plan for you. Utah is a fascinating area with both desolate landscapes and… barbeque? This Utah National Parks road trip plan will take you through some of the most popular parks in the USA as well as through territory that you might otherwise try to drive through quickly and completely miss. And be sure to eat local as you explore, because the state has some great barbeque and local cuisines.

After this road trip through Utah, if somebody asks you why you like the Southwest, you’ll have an easy, un-arguable answer: it’s astoundingly beautiful and super dramatic. This road trip is a loop, so you’ll be able to hit all five National Parks, you’ll see how each is extremely different, and you’ll be tired by the end.

Since so much of this road trip is EXTREMELY remote, be sure that you are well stocked with back up water (you can never have too much) and lots of snacks. Sometimes it’s more than an hour between services, and they may not always be open. Be well prepared for any situation. Also, for some of the more remotes areas, take time to download the offline maps through your preferred navigation program. You’ll be glad that you did.

By Chris and Rob – Full Story at the 2TravelDads

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La Dauphine – Gay New Orleans B&B

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Fauborg Marigny Gay New Orleans B&B –
Four Blocks from the French Quarter

People often compare New Orleans to San Francisco, Savannah, Charleston, Paris, or Marseilles. It’s not like that at all. The biggest difference? The streets are full of live music year round. You’ve never seen so much “street theater.”

At our gay New Orleans B&B, our most cherished guests come for the wonderful food, music, architecture, history, artists, and writers of the Big Easy, and our French-Caribbean ambiance.

We live in the old French area, as my Creole ancestors did, coming from France and Spain in 1the 1700’s. My mother and father grew up speaking French just a few houses away from us. Our district, Faubourg Marigny, is a quieter version of the adjacent French Quarter – you can actually sleep at night here. It’s a safe, artist/gay residential area with about seventy bed and breakfasts. The city attracts one million visitors each month, so accommodations here book up quickly.

Within a short walk of our New Orleans gay B&B, you’ll enjoy great local restaurants:

* Marigny Brasserie
* Belle Forche’
* Cafe Negril
* Feelings
* Santa Fe
* Marisol
* La Peniche
* Mona’s
* Wasabi
* Adolfo’s
* Santa Fe

And bars:

* Spotted Cat
* Cafe Brasil
* d.b.a.
* Checkpoint Charlie’s
* Phoenix

Not to mention an overabundance of art galleries and antique shops. There’s a Cuban grocery store right across the street, and Jackson Square is just a twenty-minute stroll through the adjacent French Quarter.

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Finding the Dubrovnik Gay Bars – Globetrotter Guys

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Finding Dubrovnik Gay Bars - Globetrotter Guys

Where are the Dubrovnic Gay Bars?

As of 2022, Dubrovnik finally has its very first official gay bar called MILK. Croatia as a whole is not known for being particularly queer friendly, however in tourists hotspots like Dubrovnik you can feel safe and comfortable so it was about time they opened the some Dubrovnik gay bars.

MILK is the first and only official gay bar in Dubrovnik and during our annual sailing trip to Croatia (click to join us next year) we took our entire sailing group to check out this bar.

The bar itself is within the old town, and like many bars a restuarants is a relatively small space with a lot of character. As you can see, entire the ceiling is covered with plants, the walls lined with mirrors and the bar stocked with everything you can imagine from floor to ceiling. Early on in the evening you can expect to chill with some cocktails and then as the evening goes on the bar gets packed with people dancing.

Full Story at the Globetrotter Guys

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Ten Great Utah Road Trips – 2TravelDads

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Ten Great Utah Road Trips - 2TravelDads

Eastern Utah is famous for Moab and Arches National Park, but there is so much more! From hot springs to petroglyphs, we’ve got a great list of unique sights and hikes to add to your road trip. You’ll love the combo of amazing geology and ancient history. Stops like these make road trips in this amazing state special adventures to remember.

Some of these recommendations have notoriety or are a part of a more famous site, but they are also wonderful for avoiding crowds or getting a little off the beaten path. Add a few of them (or all of them) to your Utah road trip plan for an awesome experience.

Where to Stay on for Your Utah Road Trips

I’m sure as you’re planning your Utah road trips you’re looking at all sorts of places to stay along your route. Because the state is so spread out, we recommend picking three or four towns and staying 2 nights in each. This will both give you enough time to explore the area AND not be completely worn out from constantly driving. Below you’ll find some maps for pricing out hotels as well as info about places we’ve stayed on our road trips and really liked.

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Getting to Machu Picchu by Train – Keep Calm and Wander

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Machu Picchu by Train - Keep Calm and Wander

Getting to Machu Picchu By Train

How to visit Machu Picchu? If you are planning to visit this amazing landmark this year or in the future, and you don’t know where to start, you’re in the right place! I’ll try to explain it briefly as possible, so I won’t waste your time reading this post.

Two ways to visit Machu Picchu by train: Go with a guided tour (stress-free) or do it your own (stress-filled way but more adventurous!).

We did this because we only had a short time in Cusco and joining a small-group tour is stress-free. If only Cusco had reliable transport and made it easy for non-Spanish speaking to move around from one place to another, we would have taken this more adventurous way. So, we opted for a two-day Sacred Valley and tour.

Full Story at Keep Calm and Wander

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Kiki Corner of Wilton Manors – Wilton Manors Gay Guesthouse

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Kiki Corner of Wilton Manors - Wilton Manors Gay Guesthouse

Wilton Manors Gay Guesthouse –
Everything You Need for a 5-Star Stay

Sexy living at our Wilton Manors gay guesthouse with a heated pool, just 2 BLOCKS to all the bars, eateries and clubs of Wilton Drive. We offer separate guest rooms, or you can rent the whole place. Relax by the pool and in our 8 person outdoor hot tub all day.

We have Nice sized rooms with large closets, comfortable beds with soft pillows, and lush linens. Everything is provided for a 5-star stay.

Looking for a place for a family reunion or a group of close friends? Kiki Corner is perfect to rent as a whole for a friends gathering or a retreat. Our Wilton Manors escape feels like a mini-resort, with tropical grounds and some rooms having OUTDOOR SHOWERS for the naturalist in you. Clothing optional outdoors only please.

Queen sized air mattress on legs for a standard height air bed pictured. Another sleep space available on the extra wide sofa.

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Visiting Florida’s Paradise Coast – 2TravelDads

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Visiting Florida's Paradise Coast - 2TravelDads

Visiting Florida’s Paradise Coast With the 2TravelDads

Having been all over Florida and spent a lot of time in the Everglades and South Florida, I can say that there are so many things to do in Naples / Marco Island that it’s one of the best areas to have a family vacation. We’ve done several Florida Gulf Coast road trips and the Paradise Coast (that’s what they call Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades) is consistently fun and gorgeous.

As we share our favorite activities in Naples and Marco Island, remember that we’re traveling with kids that have a variety of interests. They give us real-time feedback when we’re playing tourist and help us decide what to share and not. They’re just as much involved in having a fun trip as us parents are, so know that what we’ve picked for fun on the Paradise Coast has both kid and adult approval.

Note: Hurricane Ian was HARD on Naples and Marco Island. Both locations suffered a lot of damage and many businesses were either destroyed or hit hard. While recovery efforts for some have been swift, others didn’t fare as well and it will take time to get back to normal, or to their new normal.

By Chris and Rob – Full Story at the 2TravelDads

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Visiting Silver Springs State Park – 2TravelDads

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Silver Springs State Park - 2TravelDads

Silver Springs State Park is our favorite place to take visitors when they come to Florida. Between having the most gorgeously clear water and the most remarkable wildlife encounters, It will become your new favorite Florida State Park too. Even if you’re not normally into outdoorsy things, that atmosphere and all the things to do here will make it a place you want to return to every year.

We’ve picked our favorite things to do and have put together everything you need to know for visiting, from trails to kayaking, including how to paddle here from the Ocala National Forest.

History of Silver Springs State Park, Florida

Back in the golden age of Hollywood, Florida had a big role in shooting adventure films and underwater scenes. Silver Springs was at the heart of major motion picture production due to its extremely clear water and very deep head springs. The jungle setting also was the perfect backdrop for any number of exotic locations, but conveniently located in Florida.

By Chris and Rob – Full Story at the 2TravelDads

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Maitland Manor Bed & Breakfast – Gay Friendly Olympic Peninsula B&B

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Maitland Manor Bed & Breakfast - Gay Friendly Olympic Peninsula B&B

Luxurious Gay Friendly Olympic Peninsula B&B

Google top rated bed and breakfast hotels in Port Angeles and Maitland Manor shows up at the top of the list. Opened in 2019 by Sydney and Alex, this gay friendly Olympic Peninsula B&B has quickly gained a 5-star reputation for upscale luxury, beds that will have you hitting snooze a few times, and especially their complimentary 3-course gourmet breakfast and house made baked goods. This place is a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts who also want to indulge their inner foodie. Journalist and travel reporter Katie Boer said, “breakfast was pure art!”

Located in a completely updated 1926 Tudor style home, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer called the inn “packed with character” for its juxtaposition of preserved historic architectural features with contemporary, clean lines and décor throughout. No doilies or fussy wallpaper in the place!

In fact, guest reviews often comment on the comfort and relaxed atmosphere of the suites, common areas, and gardens of the inn, while still feeling pampered and special. Some have called the experience “upscale cozy,” surrounded by luxury, but comfortable enough to kick off your shoes, put your feet up on the sofa, and enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and a great book.

But our Olympic Peninsula gay friendly B&B’s in-town location may be one of the best reasons to stay here. Located just twelve blocks from the waterfront in the city of Port Angeles, you’ll be close to everything, with the added bonus of views of the Salish Sea and Hurricane Ridge.

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