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Gay New York City – The Globetrotter Guys

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Gay New York City - The Globetrotter Guys

When it comes to LGBTQ+ friendly cities, New York is one of the greatest to visit with its thriving queer scene, a deep-rooted history and some of the most iconic sights and buildings in the world. Each of our visits to gay New York City has been a truly magical experience.

We have always been wowed by its grandeur and palpable buzz, kept incredibly busy and each time left wanting more – it really is the city that never sleeps. NYC should be on everyone’s travel bucket list without a doubt.

In our ‘Gay New York City Travel Guide’ we will cover everything from where to find the queer areas here, to the best gay bars, hotels, the top things to do and many other helpful travel tips.

Why is New York so Gay Friendly?

We found the city to be very gay friendly and it should come as no surprise.

The Big Apple is considered to have one of the most well established, largest, out and proud LGBTQ communities in the world and home to one of the biggest pride celebrations.

This is likely to stem from the fact that New York is well known for being the birthplace of the gay rights movement – aka the Stonewall Riots.

Full Story at The Globetrotter Guys

Gay New York City Travel Resources

Gay Arequipa – The Nomadic Boys

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Gay Arequipa - The Nomadic Boys

We came to Arequipa as the base for our trek to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world. We ended up staying a week because we fell in love with the cutesy old town and the chilled vibe of the “White City”.

On that note, the ‘White City’ nickname has nothing to do with coca(!) play or Miami-style White Parties…it is simply because the city is almost completely built out of “sillar” – a white volcanic stone.

Put simply, this is a place to come to be WOWed by nature over and above everything else. Travel + Leisure Magazine even named it as the #2 on its annual list of the top 50 best places to travel to. Whilst there is a small gay scene to explore (more on this below), we suggest saving up your partying groove in gay Lima.

In this guide to gay Arequipa, we set out the best hotels to check out, along with the queer-friendly spaces, events, our favourite places to eat and best things to do.

Is Gay Arequipa safe?

Overall we found the city to be safe for gay travelers. Tourism is a major source of income for the local economy, so businesses are used to dealing with foreigners and are accustomed to dealing with LGBTQ travelers.

That being said, remember Peru is still very conservative with a strong affinity to the Catholic Church. We took this on board and were careful not to flaunt our love in people’s faces. At the same time, we never felt unsafe anywhere in gay Arequipa. In the worst-case scenario, people just asked us if we’re brothers. All the hotels we stayed at were gay friendly and welcomed us – no one batted an eyelid that two men wanted to share a double bed.

By Stefan Arestis – Full Story at the Nomadic Boys

Arequipa Gay Travel Resources

Treghan Luxury Lodge – Gay Friendly New Zealand B&B

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Treghan Luxury Lodge - Gay Friendly New Zealand B&B

STUNNING GAY FRIENDLY NEW ZEALAND B&B

The Treghan Luxury Lodge is a quiet gay friendly New Zealand B&B which sits on a little more than two acres of beautiful private landscaped gardens. Located in northern New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, it’s a special place to get away from it all and relax. Awaken in your own personal guesthouse, knowing your space is yours and yours alone.

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, totally new 2 bedroom cottages, each with two baths and fully-equipped kitchens (with both dishwasher and washing machine).

All three guest accommodations are beautifully decorated and fully equipped, well kept-up, and have everything you will need for your stay. We even supply breakfast provisions (organic wherever possible) when you first arrive.

Peace and quiet is paramount at the Treghan Luxury Lodge. Our award-winning guesthouses will give you the freedom to enjoy your stay in total serenity without constant interruption. Consider your cottage your home away from home – with secluded living, wide terraces and amazing rural views.

See the Treghan Luxury Lodge Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

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Arroyo Vista Inn – Gay Friendly Pasadena B&B

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Arroyo Vista Inn - Gay Friendly Pasadena B&B

GAY FRIENDLY PASADENA B&B NEAR DTLA

Welcome to the Arroyo Vista Inn, in South Pasadena under five miles from Old Town Pasadena just seven miles to everything that Downtown Los Angeles has to offer. We’re also just fifteen minutes by foot from the South Pasadena Gold Line Station.

Our gay friendly Pasadena B&B is in a historic Craftsman home originally built in 1910 and later converted to a bed and breakfast in 2006. The original home was designed by the famous architect Lester Moore, and features ten rooms.

Each of our guestrooms at the Arroyo Vista Inn has a queen- or king-sized bed and private bath, with wifi internet access and cable television.

Our South Pasadena Inn is perched on a hillside overlooking the Arroyo Seco with fantastic views of the San Gabriel mountains in the distance.

You’ll have your choice of rooms, from one of our mountain view guest rooms to a quieter hill-facing room, nestled under the shade of our beautiful old Oak Trees.

Guests enjoy our large sixteen-person dining table and beautiful outdoor patio for breakfast. We serve both vacationers and business travelers, with a continental breakfast weekdays with hot dishes also served at the table. On the weekend, we provide a full sit-down breakfast, with at least two specialty items from our kitchen. If you prefer to have breakfast in bed, there’s an additional charge to have breakfast for two delivered to your room.

We try to accommodate our guests’ special dietary needs with advance notice. Please tell us about any special food requests in your reservation note and we will do our best to meet them.

See the Arroyo Vista Inn Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Gay Friendly Pasadena 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

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.

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

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.

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

Gay Lyon – The Nomadic Boys

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Gay Lyon - The Nomadic Boys

The hottest men of France are officially from Lyon!

According to me, of course. Well obviously, I’m biased – this is Seby’s home ground, the city he was born and raised.

As well as the abundance of smokin’ hot French lovers, Lyon is also the foodie capital of France with a really pretty UNESCO listed Old Town (Vieux Lyon). Lyon has been a flourishing trading city since the Romans thanks to its strategic location at the confluence between two major rivers – the Rhône and Saône. The heart of city lies right at this point, an island-like peninsula called the Presqu’île…which is also where the bulk of the city’s gay scene can be found.

The southern section of the Presqu’île is the actual confluence point between the two rivers and is more residential. The northern side of the Presqu’île has a more commercial feel and has the main gay bars and clubs of Lyon, particularly between the two streets called: Place des Terreaux and Cordeliers. The Presqu’île is our favourite part of the city. Not only do the best gay parties happen right here, it’s also an exciting place to get lost in during the day, with cute narrow cobblestone streets, Renaissance-era mansions to awe at, hidden courtyards to explore and an abundance of excellent restaurants (called “bouchons”) everywhere!

Following our many trips to France’s gastronomical capital, we’ve put together our gay travel guide to Lyon featuring the best gay hotels to stay, the best bars, clubs, events, things to do, and many more practical tips for LGBTQ travellers.

Is Lyon safe for gay travellers?

Absolutely! France ranks as one of the gayest countries in the world. The French are famous for their “laissez-faire” attitude towards our LGBTQ community, namely, not interfering in matters that may seem too personal, and respecting the privacy of others.

All locals we met in Lyon did not bat an eyelid whenever they saw us holding hands or displaying other PDAs, particularly in the touristic areas – the Presqu’île and Vieux Lyon. To add to that, Lyon has a large student population with people from all over the world, which gives it an air of tolerance, open-mindedness and diversity.

By Stefan Arestis – Full Story at the Nomadic Boys

Gay Lyon Travel Resources

Topside Inn – Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast in Boothbay Harbor, Maine

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Topside Inn - Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast in Boothbay Harbor, Maine

BEST WATER VIEW IN MAINE

Topside Inn has been named the number one hotel in Maine, and the fifth for Most Romantic and in the top ten for Best Service by TripAdvisor.

Innkeepers Mark & Buzz were also named “Innkeepers of the Year” for 2020 by Hospitality Maine. We look forward to welcoming you to Maine’s beautiful Boothbay Harbor. 

We have a gorgeous location at the highest point in Boothbay Harbor. Our 19th-century sea captain’s home offers panoramic harbor views, and is surrounded by perennial seaside gardens with peaceful places to relax. But we’re just a few steps away from everything you’ll find in the charming village of Boothbay Harbor.

Our main house and two classic summer guesthouses provide stylish, comfortable lodging, and our indoor and outdoor common spaces are perfect to enjoy the harbor views, sip on a glass of wine, or meet some of our other guests.

Water views are evrywhere – greet the sunrise and the famous footbridge across Boothbay’s inner harbor to the east, take in the sight of lighthouses and islands to the south, and enjoy sunsets in the west. From the front lawn, you’ll have the perfect place to observe harbor activity throughout the day and the starry night skies.

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