Gay Cruises – Yea or Nay? – Two Guys Abroad

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Alright, let’s talk about a topic that’s been floating around in my mind (pun intended) for a while: gay cruises. Yep, those fabulous floating paradises where you can let your rainbow flag fly high and embrace the open sea with a community that celebrates diversity, inclusion. But, like with any travel experience, there’s a lot to consider before booking your ticket. So, should you gay cruise or not?

The Allure of Gay Cruises

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First off, let me say that the idea of a gay cruise sounds incredibly appealing. If you’re single or going as a group that is. For those in long term, monogamous relationships it might not be that appealing. But for the sake of a wild party cruise, lets picture it: you’re on a luxurious ship, surrounded by like-minded folks, with a calendar full of themed parties, drag shows, and poolside dance-offs. It’s like Pride on water, 24/7. For anyone looking to immerse themselves in LGBTQ+ culture while on vacation, a gay cruise can be a dream come true.

But hold on—there’s more to it than just the glitter and glamour. The first thing you need to think about is whether you’re a cruise person at all. Some people adore the idea of being out on the ocean, visiting multiple destinations without the hassle of packing and unpacking at each stop. Others, might get a little queasy at the thought of being stuck on a boat for days on end. If you’re prone to seasickness, a gay cruise might not be the best idea unless you’re prepared with a stash of Dramamine.

Link – https://www.twoguysabroad.com/gay-cruises-yea-or-nay/

The LGBTQ+ Art and Culture Scene

Since the beginning of time there has always been a stroke of LGBTQ “pink” in all things art and culture. From Egyptian and Greek ceramics, to Michael Angelo and Leonardo Da Vinci to Salvador Dali, Andy Warhole and Freda Kahlo.

As an avid traveller and a proud member of the gay community, I naturally favour destinations that celebrate diversity and inclusivity. Although I’m not really one to go chasing after museum exhibitions, ruins and cultural affairs, but if there’s something of significance happening, then yes I’ll pack some formal attire and rub shoulders with the who’s who of the intellectual society.

You also cant keep a good gay down where a Broadway show is concerned! Shows like Kinky Boots, The Phantom of the Opera, Pricilla Queen of the Desert and Mama Mia were made for painting the town PINK.

In this article, I take a look at some of the world’s most gay friendly cities and regions known for their vibrant art and culture scenes. I provide practical travel tips, recommend accommodations, and highlight special events and festivals that you can’t afford to miss.

Link – https://www.twoguysabroad.com/the-lgbtq-art-and-culture-scene/

Gay Friendly Travel Destinations

For many members of the LGBT community, finding a welcoming and accepting gay friendly travel destination is a top priority when planning their next trip. From bustling cities to secluded beaches, there are many destinations around the world that offer a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for gay travellers. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a lively nightlife scene, the world is full of amazing places to explore. In this article, we will highlight some of the best gay friendly travel destinations in the world based on their acceptance and pro-gay constitutional policies. So, pack your bags and get ready for an adventure to some of the most welcoming and inclusive destinations on the planet.

For many members of the LGBT community, finding a welcoming and accepting gay friendly travel destination is a top priority when planning their next trip. From bustling cities to secluded beaches, there are many destinations around the world that offer a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for gay travellers. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a lively nightlife scene, the world is full of amazing places to explore.

In this article, we will highlight some of the best gay friendly travel destinations in the world based on their acceptance and pro-gay constitutional policies. So, pack your bags and get ready for an adventure to some of the most welcoming and inclusive destinations on the planet.

Link – https://www.twoguysabroad.com/gay-friendly-travel-destinations/

About Donovan & Mike (Two Guys Abroad)

We’re Donovan and Mike, a semi-retired married couple currently living in Figueira da Foz, Portugal. We have been together for 17 years now and have been traveling from day 1.

SO… About Two Guys Abroad….hmm well we immigrated from South Africa to Montenegro in May 2021 to enjoy a slower pace of life and to use it as a base from which to travel.

As beautiful as Montenegro was, it was not for us, so we immigrated for the second time to Portugal. Donovan was born in Somerset West (South Africa), went to primary and high school there, then did his BA degree with UNISA specializing in marketing, criminology and psychology. His career was mostly sales orientated primarily in the media and real estate industries. He has successfully built-up various businesses over the years and currently owns a guesthouse in South Africa, and another guest accommodation in Portugal.

Mike was born in Cape Town (South Africa) and spent most of his schooling years in Durban. He studied mechanical engineering working mostly in automotive, packaging and the yacht building industry.

+351 927 709 677

donovan@twoguysabroad.com

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Garden and Sea Inn – New Church Trans Owned B&B

Garden and Sea Inn - New Church Trans Owned Bed and Breakfast

Experience peace and tranquility at Garden and Sea Inn, our adult New Church trans owned B&B on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.

Garden & Sea Inn is a unique, pet-friendly, B&B estate located minutes from Assateague, Chincoteague and Wallops Islands. The Inn consists of 3 homes on 5 acres in the country. All rooms are individually decorated and have private ensuite bathrooms.

Celebrate your anniversary, birthday or special occasion in a room or suite with a Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, screened porch, or private balcony. Relax on a porch, hang out by the fire pit, splash in the outdoor pool, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, take a walk and enjoy the gardens and fountains.

See the Garden and Sea Inn Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast – Asheville Gay Friendly B&B

Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast - Asheville Gay Friendly B&B

Asheville Gay Friendly B&B – Historic Elegance with Modern Amenities

A comfortably elegant five bedroom inn, our Asheville gay friendly B&B Pinecrest sits on an acre of lush gardens in the desirable Montford historic district, one mile to downtown Asheville. We are three miles to Biltmore Estate and 6 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Serving indulgent breakfasts, fresh baked cookies, and complimentary beverages on our sunporch. All 5 en suite guest rooms have been recently renovated with modern amenities yet still exude historic charm. 

Owner/innkeepers Dan & Diane look forward welcoming you to our home. We can provide our guests with recommendations for restaurants, activities and upgrades like in-room couples massages.

See the Pinecrest B&B Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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

Travel Safety Tips: The Ultimate List – wolfyy

Informed by my own personal experiences traveling the world, I’ve developed one of the most exhaustive lists of safety tips for travelers.

Visiting many notoriously dangerous cities, these safety strategies have helped me stay out of trouble and navigate some particularly sticky situations.

Physical safety isn’t the only priority. Modern travelers have to protect their belongings, health, personal data, and financial information. They also have to conduct themselves appropriately according to the local culture.

I’ll share all these tips by category as well as safety with respect to situational awareness, protecting your possessions, ATM safety, fraud protection, and more.

Travel Safety Tips Ultimate Guide on wolfyy

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Walking Tour of Gay Lima – Keep Calm and Wander

Walking Tour of Gay Lima - Keep Calm and Wander

Take a Walking Tour of Gay Lima and See The Sights

This walking tour in Lima will last 2-3 hours, depending on your pace. That’s what we did. Though there are a few “free” walking tours in the historic district, we opted to do it ourselves because we had the whole day to explore the area and didn’t want to rush. We wanted to take it slowly, on our own terms.

Lima is a bustling city and the world’s second driest capital, next to Cairo. Most often, Lima is where most tourists/visitors land on their way to fulfill a bucket list – Machu Picchu! Staying for three days in Lima is ideal – enough to explore the historic district, Barranco, and Miraflores neighborhoods. And maybe, a day tour to Huacachina and Paracas.

On our first day in gay Lima, we started at 9 o’clock in the morning. On our way to Plaza San Martin, we encountered locals in their costumes. We didn’t really know what was going on, but I think they shot a promotional video for the upcoming Independence Day or something.

By Alain – Full Story at Keep Calm and Wander

Lima Gay Travel Resources

The Lady Mary Inn – Southern Maine Gay B&B

The Lady Mary Inn - Southern Maine Gay B&B

Southern Maine Gay B&B That Feels Like Home

Location
Situated equally between Portsmouth, Portland, Kennebunkport, Ogunquit and Maine beaches, the location of our southern Maine gay B&B offers the perfect home base for guests to experience everything the area has to offer.

History
Rising stately above the surrounding landscape and representing Maine’s most impressive wooden Queen Anne-Eastlake Victorian style, The Lady Mary Inn serves as a proud homage to the house’s original builder and owner, beloved industrialist and philanthropist Mary Hurd. 

In 1893, having inherited and expanded her father’s woolen mill, Mary committed to raising a structure that would honor her father’s legacy and make clear her commitment to the town of North Berwick, its people and heritage.

See the Lady Mary Inn Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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Clothing Optional Fort Lauderdale Gay Resorts – wolfyy

Fort Lauderdale Gay Clothing Optional Resorts

Fort Lauderdale has a ton of awesome clothing optional gay resorts and guesthouses. They’re perfect places to meet new friends, especially the gay resorts with common spaces and group meals where you can get to know other guests. 

Most local gay resorts have a similar vibe, but some offer more privacy or have more of a party vibe. Whichever you choose, you can count on relaxing in the sun and taking advantage of nude pool and sundeck areas.

You can find these clothing optional Fort Lauderdale gay resorts in the Wilton Manors gay neighborhood, nearby the local gay beaches, and everywhere in between!

In the post linked below, wolfyy covers all the most popular and best-rated gay resorts, providing information and details on each one’s vibe, price point, and style.

Fort Lauderdale Gay Clothing Optional Resorts on wolfyy

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The Lancaster Bed and Breakfast – Dutch Country Gay B&B

The Lancaster Bed and Breakfast - Dutch Country Gay B&B

DUTCH COUNTRY GAY B&B
NEAR DOWNTOWN LANCASTER

The Lancaster Bed and Breakfast is a beautiful historic Lancaster home, originally built in 1912 in the Colonial style. A craftsmen-cottage sense of place and tasteful, welcoming ambiance invites you to rest, relax and rejuvenate at your own speed.

Each of our guest rooms at our Dutch Country gay B&B offers:

-Well-stocked private bathrooms
-Bath robes
-Cozy electric fireplaces
-Satellite TV/DVD player
-Wifi internet access throughout

We also serve complimentary refreshments and cozy common spaces to keep you connected and entertained while staying on-property, and we can also provide extensive maps, brochures, and our vast local knowledge to help you find great things to see and explore locally.

See the The Lancaster B&B Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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Pikes Peak Paradise Bed & Breakfast – Woodland Park Gay Friendly B&B

Pikes Peak Paradise Bed & Breakfast - Woodland Park Gay Friendly B&B

Woodland Park Gay Friendly B&B – Best Pikes Peak Views

Welcome to Pikes Peak Paradise, a Woodland Park gay friendly B&B with fantastic panoramic views of Pikes Peak and a million acres of Pikes National Forest. We offer the best views in the Pikes Peak area, on over four wooded acres of our own.

Anne Marie and Dane are the brand new owners (Jan 2022) and plan to slowly renovate and upgrade the suites and main areas. The property currently offers five guest suites with in room hot tubs or jacuzzis, private balconies or patios, and private bathrooms. Some rooms include gas fireplace, kitchenettes, mini fridges and microwaves. 

Other luxury amenities at Pikes Peak Paradise include:

* Wifi internet access
* Flat Screen Televisions
* Code Free CD/DVD Players
* A guest library of more than 600 films on DVD

See the Pikes Peak Paradise Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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Treghan Lodge – Kerikeri Gay Friendly B&B in New Zealand

Treghan Luxury Lodge - Kerikeri Gay Friendly B&B

Kerikeri Gay Friendly B&B in New Zealand’s Bay Islands

The Treghan Luxury Lodge sits on a little more than two acres of beautiful private landscaped gardens. Located in northern New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, our Kerikeri gay friendly B&B is a special place to get away from it all. Awaken in your own personal guesthouse, knowing your self contained private space is yours and yours alone. We believe this self contained privacy to be very important in these times.

We’ve carefully considered every last detail, from the oh-so-comfortable bed linens and feather pillows to our famous, fresh-baked organic cookies. Each guesthouse includes a/c and free Wifi internet access for your comfort.

Choose from:

The Owner’s Cottage – a fantastic cottage with its own ensuite bathroom, separate lounge and kitchenette.

Birdsong Retreat or Tranquility Retreat – our luxurious, new 2 bedroom guesthouses, each with two baths and fully-equipped kitchens (with both dishwasher and washing machine).

See the Treghan Lodge Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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