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Gay Miami Beaches – The Nomadic Boys

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Miami Gay Beaches - The Nomadic Boys - 12th Street Beach

You know us, we love being on vacation (I mean, who doesn’t?) but we really get our gay lives on the world’s many stunning beaches. If it’s a gay beach, all the better. If it’s clothing-optional… Well, we couldn’t possibly comment on that in such polite company, could we? wink emoji

Often overlooked in favour of Fort Lauderdale’s and gay friendly Key West, Miami is one of the more underrated gay vacation destinations in the Sunshine State. With a relaxed live-and-let-live attitude and a devilish twinkle in its eye, Miami is a great place to celebrate your queerdom in all its gay glory.

So, slap on the factor 50 and slip into your skimpiest swim trunks to check out our list of Miami gay beaches – last one in the sea is a banana! Oh and while we have you here, be sure to check out our detailed gay guide to Miami for the full low down on the scene!

12th Street Gay Beach

The 12th Street Gay Beach near Ocean Drive is the best gay beach of Miami. Put it this way: you will never see so many beautiful specimens of manhood anywhere else in the world. We almost gave ourselves whiplash checking out the stunning procession of perfect physiques parading across the gorgeous white sands. Don’t worry about packing a load of things, as you can rent chairs and umbrellas for a small fee when you get there. As ever, all you beach babes remember to stay hydrated and top up your sun protection regularly. We’re on vacation – the only place for lobsters is in a cobb salad!

By Stefan Arestis – Full Story at the Nomadic Boys

Gay Miami Beach Travel Resources

Cliff Dwellers Resort – Gay Friendly Resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

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Cliff Dwellers Resort - Gay Friendly Resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

STURGEON BAY WATERFRONT RESORT

Welcome to Cliff Dwellers Resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, one of Door county’s original waterfront resorts. Originally opened in 1957, Cliff Dwellers Resort is snuggled between the peaceful, moss and cedar-covered cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment and the deep blue waters of Sturgeon Bay. 

Our Sturgeon Bay resort is the ideal place for rest and relaxation, romance or outdoor recreation. You can watch the sailboats glide by on the bay from your private waterfront cottage patio or townhouse balcony.

The romantic, intimate surroundings are a great place to sneak away from your busy life and reconnect with yourself, your friends, your family or the natural beauty of this place.

Just a few hundred yards north, you’ll find a trail entrance to Potawatomi State Park, where you can hike, bike, and rejuvenate your spirits.

Our guests can also enjoy the outdoor pool and sundecks, right on the bay. We also offer an indoor sauna and whirlpool, rowboats for guest use, bikes, gas or charcoal barbecues, and in-room wifi access.

See the Cliff Dwellers Resort Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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

Elms of Camden – Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast in Camden, Maine

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Elms of Camden - Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast in Camden, Maine

CHARMING B&B IN MIDCOAST MAINE

Elms of Camden is an authentic 1806 New England Colonial and a fine example of preservation and restoration. Our home is three blocks from the harbor, shops, restaurants, and activities in downtown Camden. 

Surrounded by natural beauty, this historic home offers the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, a comfortable escape for friends, family, and couples, or a launching pad for day trips to Acadia National Park, Maine Islands, Boothbay Harbor, and many other popular Maine destinations. 

During the warmer months, enjoy a large outdoor garden patio tucked away for a bit of quiet and escape after a busy day! Perfect for a glass of wine or tea in the evening and breakfast in the morning.

See the Elms of Camden Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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

Bourbon Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn – Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast in Bardstown, Kentucky

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Bourbon Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn - Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast in Bardstown, Kentucky

Welcome to Kentucky’s Bourbon Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn – the world’s first Bourbon-themed B&B with ten luxurious, antique-filled guest rooms, a Bourbon Bar, and a Day Spa.

Our Kentucky Bourbon Trail b&b consists of two lovely, restored National Historic Registry and Kentucky Landmark Plantation Homes – an 1810 Federal House and an 1830 Antebellum Mansion – originally built by the Brown family, known for their long history in both Kentucky Bourbon and Politics.

There’s also a circa 1820 Smokehouse. All three feature elegant, award-winning Kentucky B&B Accommodations. Large antique-filled rooms and fine art set the tone, with king-sized beds, private bathrooms, whirlpool tubs, and cozy fireplaces.

The whole B&B sits in a tranquil park-like setting. 

Each morning, we serve an award-winning full country gourmet breakfast. And if you love bourbon, you can enjoy it at our Bourbon Bar onsite.

See the Bourbon Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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

Roussell’s Garden B&B – Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast in Savannah, Georgia

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Roussell's Garden B&B - Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast in Savannah, Georgia

A WARM WELCOME AWAITS YOU!

Welcome to Roussell’s Garden B&B, a stately 1888 Queen Anne style bed and breakfast in Savannah, Georgia.

Our Savannah B&B offers three guest rooms upstairs, and one on the ground floor, in the main house.

There’s a side porch outside, perfect for relaxing after a long day exploring all that Savannah has to offer.

**There is, also two rooms with king beds , in our new Carriage House. It also offers a great view from it’s balcony.**

The touch of the curved wooden banister of the elegant staircase, inside will make you feel this home is alive, as it radiates warmth and a welcome.

See the Roussel’s Garden B&B Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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

Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast – Gay Friendly B&B in Bayfield, Wisconsin

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Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast - Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast in Bayfield, Wisconsin

NORTHWOODS CHARM, NAWLINS HOSPITALITY

Welcome to the Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast, offering a great lodging experience in Bayfield, Wisconsin, close to Lake Superior.

Our North Woods bed and breakfast is consistently high-rated by our guests, and is one of the top ranked Bayfield B&Bs on TripAdvisor.

Sitting on three-and-a-half wooded acres, the Pinehurst Inn offers a quiet, peaceful environment from which to enjoy all that the North Woods of Wisconsin and the Bayfield have to offer. Come take in the majestic Lake and Apostle Islands and enjoy the area’s magnificent natural beauty by land or lake.

We’re open all four seasons – come experience winter, spring, summer or fall in the North Woods.

In summer and fall, take a boat tour or ferry ride, or kayak the Apostle Islands’ sea caves – there are so many things to do on Lake Superior.

Winter is time for snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, local downhill skiing and tubing, and many other snow sports. And if it gets cold enough you can experience the awe-inspiring ice caves and the ice road to Madeline Island.

See the Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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

Fort Lauderdale Gay Bars – The Nomadic Boys

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Fort Lauderdale Gay Bars - The Nomadic Boys

Fort Lauderdale is out, loud and fabulously proud!

Over the past few decades, Fort Lauderdale has gone from being a Spring Break destination for straight teen college kids to one of the gayest places in the whole country! It was even featured as the ultimate gay holiday for the boys in the hilarious movie with Ru Paul, Lady Bunny and Brent Corrigan – “Another Gay Sequel: Gays Gone Wild!”

We always love coming here to party. The gay scene of Fort Lauderdale is mainly based in the vibrant gayborhood of Wilton Manors, which comes alive every night of the week. It has tons of gay bars and clubs here to suit any gay boy under the sun! In this article, we’ve set out some of the best Fort Lauderdale gay bars to check out with a snippet of what you can expect. As you’re in the area, we recommend heading south to check out the gay scene of Miami – it’s only a 40-minute drive away!

01 ROSIE’S BAR AND GRILL

See and be seen at Rosie’s Bar & Grill!
It’s our favourite bar in Wilton Manors. Totally camp, always buzzy and full of guys cruisin’ and drinkin’. Whether you come on a Monday evening or Sunday brunch, it’s always a blast at Rosie’s, which is why we love it!

Rosie’s is the perfect spot to start the night with a group of friends, get a few burgers and cocktails, before heading over to somewhere like The Pub or Georgie’s. We love the quirky vibe here.

And then there are the burgers! Those tasty, juicy, cheesy award-winning bundles of yumminess…a reason to head to Rosie’s. The menu is priceless, with names such as Plain Jane and Miley Highclub – don’t forget the Hellena Bun – “tossed in Rosie’s own ‘Smack My Cheeks and Make ’em Rosy’ sauce”! When we last visited, the Brexit Burger was on the Specials Board making us all giggle!

Rosie’s is located at 2449 Wilton Drive. It is open every day from around 10am until midnight. Find out more on their Facebook page.

By Stefan Arestis – Full Story at the Nomadic Boys

Gay Fort Lauderdale Travel Resources

Frisco Lodge – Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast in Frisco, Colorado

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Frisco Lodge - Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast in Frisco, Colorado

YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

The Frisco Lodge is a charming, historic Colorado bed and breakfast in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.

The Lodge is much more than a place to rest your head – come stay with us in our historic lodge and take a trip back in time. The building was originally constructed in 1885 as a stagecoach stop for miners on their way to strike it rich in Idaho Springs. As soon as you enter, you’ll be immersed in yesteryear with our Victorian ambiance.

We offer:

* Complimentary bikes
* Free WiFi internet access
* HD Televisions with digital channels
* Movie library

After your day of adventure exploring the Rockies, you can relax in our soothing outdoor jacuzzi, and then warm up by our cozy fireplace.

Each evening we offer a happy hour with hors d’oeuvre and two glasses of wine.

In the mornings, our guests enjoy in instagram-worthy breakfast, complete with lattes and cappuccinos. Our legendary Belgian waffles and fresh fruit will give you the energy to take on our majestic Colorado mountains.

See the Frisco Lodge Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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

Canterbury Inn – Gay Friendly Hotel in Ocean Shores, Washington

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Canterbury Inn

BEST CONDO-STYLE BEACH HOTEL

The Canterbury Inn is a condominium style hotel in Ocean Shores, along Washington’s beautiful Pacific Coast.

Voted one of the best vacation getaways in Washington, Ocean Shores offers six miles of sandy beaches, twenty-three miles of interconnecting freshwater canals and a charming beach town where you can explore and enjoy some great shopping.

Everyone comes here for the ocean in any season. Enjoy:

* Beach combing
* Flying a kite
* Horseback riding
* Clamming
* Enjoying sunsets over the Pacific

Our freshwater canals are ideal for kayaking, water skiing, and fishing, or even for biking along on a beautiful afternoon. They even run through our local golf course.

See the Canterbury Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Olympic Peninsula Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Chicago for Gay Families – 2TravelDads

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Chicago for Gay Families - 2TravelDads

The USA has several cities that are known around the world as being iconic or embodiment of America. We think of New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Chicago. Traveling to Chicago is really awesome and totally easy to do in two or three days; you could even have an unforgettable Chicago experience in one day if you were really in a pinch and wanted to. It’s an easy, walk-able city with unlimited potential and plenty of things to do.

There are so many things to do in Chicago, and you really can’t do them all on one trip. For your first trip, or if you’re traveling to Chicago on a tight schedule, these are the best ideas to make sure you explore the city and really get a feel for this incredible town.

To get familiar with the layout of the city, take a look at the map below. You’ll see that Chicago is on the shore of Lake Michigan, so there are several activities and sights very near each other since they’re all in that Magnificent Mile neighborhood, between Michigan Ave and the Lakefront Trail. We don’t include the Shedd Aquarium or Field Museum on our things not to miss in Chicago, but they’re close by too, so easy to add to your list.

By Chris and Rob – Full Story at the 2TravelDads

Chicago Gay Travel Resources