Joe’s American Bar & Grill: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island

Joe’s American Bar & Grill / 148 Providence Place (Providence Place Mall) / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-270-4737 Dining at Joe’s American Bar & Grill is all about traditional American cuisine. The elegant dining room with hard wood oak floors and brass accents gives the restaurant more of an upscale vibe but the atmosphere is … Continue reading →

Architect’s Inn – Newport, RI

Architect’s Inn / 2 Sunnyside Place / Newport, RI 02840 / 401-845-2547 ย  The first word that came to mind when I saw Architect’s Inn was exquisite. ย  Located in the center of Newport, off famous Bellview Ave (the historic playground for the rich and famous), The Architect’s Inn – George Champlin Mason House B&B, … Continue reading →

Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island

Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar / 121 South Main Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-351-8570 ย  Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar will impress you from beginning to end. It is truly an excellent restaurant. ย  Located in beautiful downtown Providence, Hemenway’s has some of the best views of the city. ย  The … Continue reading →

Fairmont Le Chรขteau Frontenac – Quebec, Canada

Fairmont Le Chรขteau Frontenac / 1 rue desย Carriรจres /Quรฉbec, Canada / 1-866-540-4460 ย  This past December my partner and I had the pleasure of reviewing Fairmont Le Chรขteau Frontenac. It has always been a dream of mine to experience this opulent hotel, so I was truly grateful for the opportunity. ย  Wide eyed and jaw … Continue reading →

Agave Restaurant & Lounge: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Bristol, Rhode Island

Agaveย Restaurant & Loungeย ย / 805 Hope Street / Bristol, RI 02809 / 401-253-1566 ย  Agave Restaurant & Loungeย (formerly The Topside Lounge)ย is the perfectย stop for breakfast, lunch or dinner. How do I know? Because I’ve experienced all three and each meal was phenomenal!ย  ย  There is so much to love about Agave that I don’t know where … Continue reading →

The Heaven Club & Spa – Gay Resort – Mauritius Island – Indian Ocean!

HEAVEN GAY CLUB , MAURITIUS ISLAND – INDIAN OCEAN http://www.heavenclubspa.com ย  4 **** DELUXE COMPLEX All Inclusive! From $1850 USD!! Gay Club Complex in the heart of a luxuriant park of 11 Hectares. 4 Luxury accomodation,181 Rooms& Suites,Villas, 4 Pools,4 Restaurants (All Inclusive). 1 of 1800 Fq Ft SPA, Hammam, sauna, Gym 1of 1000 Fq … Continue reading →

Trafford’s: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Warren, Rhode Island

Trafford’s / 285 Water Street / Warren, RI / 1-(401)-289-2265 I love Warren, Rhode Island. The smallest town in the smallest county in the smallest state. Warren has an historical, artsy, nautical vibe with eclectic shops, antique stores, a world class theater, and an assortment of waterfront restaurants.One of these crown jewels is Trafford located … Continue reading →

XO Cafe: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island

XO Cafe / 125 North Main Street / Providence, RI / 401-273-9090 ย  ย  XO Cafe is one sexy place. I have been writing reviews for over a year now and I am truly at a lost for words on how to describe this amazing restaurant. ย  Here goes… ย  The first thing that struck … Continue reading →

Chatham Bars Inn – Chatham, Cape Cod, MA

Chatham Bars Inn / 297 Shore Road / Chatham, Cape Cod, MAย  02633 / 1-800-527-4884 ย  Chatham Bars Inn is known as New England’s finest oceanfront luxury resort & spa. It has been called “One of the top resorts in the world” by Conde Nast Traveler (Gold List). It has a 4 Diamond AAA Award … Continue reading →

Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale – Boston, MA

Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale / 48 Temple Place / Boston, MA 02111 / 1-617-426-0048 Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale is much more than a gastropub, it is an experience. The 1800’s, speakeasy prohibition decor and ambiance is absolutely stunning! The design exposes it’s bare brick and old structure. Some of the decor highlights include … Continue reading →

Airport Grille – New Bedford, MA

Airport Grille / 1569 Airport Road / New Bedford, MA / 1-508-99-Grill ย The Airport Grille is a hidden gem if ever there was one. ย  Located at the small New Bedford, MAย airport,ย thisย intimate,ย upscaleย restaurant isย a personal favorite of mine. ย  This attractive, bigย city styledย restaurant makes me want to put on a bomber jacket and act as if … Continue reading →

The Inn at St. Botolph – Boston, MA

The Inn at St. Botolph / 99 Saint Botolph Street / Boston, MA 02116 / 1-617-236-8099 As a frequent traveler Iย am use to the average, run-of-the-mill, cookie cutter type accommodations, so when I discover a truly unique property I really (REALLY) appreciate it. That is how I felt about my stay at the luxurious, stylish … Continue reading →

Mill’s Tavern: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island

Millโ€™s Tavern / 101 North Main Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-272-3331 Millโ€™s Tavern, located in Providence, Rhode Island in the historic Pilgrim Mill’s Building, is Rhode Island’s only restaurant to receive a four star rating from Forbes (formerly Mobil) Travel Guide for a very impressive seven years in a row. Casual elegance with … Continue reading →

Fifteen Beacon – Boston, MA

Fifteen Beacon / 15 Beacon Street / Boston, MA 02108 / 1-877-XV-BEACON Fifteen Beacon is classic movie star handsome. Think Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, Cary Grant and James Stewart. This modern, yet historic boutique hotel, located on historic Beacon Hill, is oozing with charm and class. Located in a 1903 landmark Beaux Arts building, Fifteen … Continue reading →

The Francis Malbone House: Gay-Friendly Hotel in Newport, Rhode Island

The Francis Malbone House / 392 Thames Street / Newport, RI 02840 / 1-800-846-0392 ย  My partnerย & I recently had the distinct pleasure of staying at Newport, Rhode Island’s most luxurious B&B, The Francis Malbone House. The Francis Malbone House is a colonial mansion built circa 1760. Located on Newport’s harborfront, the inn is reminiscent … Continue reading →

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Not Your Average Joe’s – Seekonk, MA

Not Your Average Joe’s / 1125 Fall River Avenue / Seekonk, MA / 1-508-343-5637 ย  If ever a restaurant lived up to it’s name it is Not Your Average Joe’s. There is absolutely nothing “average” about this outstanding dining establishment. ย  My partner Jen and I decided to dine at the new Seekonk, MA location … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Blood Rose Rising – A Live Action Super Natural Series! Somerville, MA

Blood Rose Risingย is a radically new idea in theatrical entertainment.ย  Itโ€™s a live-action, supernatural series. Each episode is a complete entertainment experience in itself, but with developing characters and a story arc that progresses from episode to episode toward a thrilling seasonal climax. Itโ€™s a full evening out โ€“ the show takes place in a … Continue reading →

Lola’s Tequila Bar & Cantina: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island

Lola’s Tequila Bar & Cantina / 525 Water Street / Providence, RI / 401-383-0220ย  ย  Out & About Travel LOVE’S Lola’s! How much so? Well, if Lola was an actual person, who happened to be a lesbian, and either I, or my partner Jen were single, we would try to “woo” her. THAT is how … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: L’ Hotel du Capitole – Quebec City, Canada

Lโ€™Hรดtel du Capitole / 972, rue Saint-Jean / Quรฉbec (Quรฉbec) G1R 1R5 /ย 1-800-363-4040 ย  Quebec City is truly…..special. There is something magical about being in a city, in a different country, whose primary language is French. ย There is something even more magical about being in such a place during winter. Yes, Quebec City is bone … Continue reading →

Cook & Brown Public House: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island

Cook & Brown Public Houseย / 959 Hope Streetย / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-273-7274ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  โ€œIโ€™m not in Rhode Island anymore,โ€ was my immediate reaction upon entering the upscale Cook & Brown Public House. This contemporary restaurant is located in Providence, RI, but makes diners feel like they have left the country to have an out of … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Capt’s Waterfront Premium Steak & Seafood Grill – Salem, MA

Capt’s Waterfront Premium Steakย & Seafood Grill / 94 Wharf Street / Salem, MA 01970 / 1-978-741-0555 A charming stroll through the streets of Salem, Massachusetts leads you right to the Captโ€™s Restaurant located on Pickering Wharf. You can dine in any of the various nautical themed dining rooms: Topsides, which is the the upstairs dining … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: The Global Scavenger Hunt 2012

ย  ย  Wanted:ย The World’s Greatest Travelers ย  ย  ย  It will begin at our opening Bon Voyage Party on Thursday evening, April 12th, 2012, at a top secret North American destination. ย  And then, over the event’s next 23-days, an exclusive group of 20 two-person teams will travel the globe while completing highly interactive cultural … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Pool Party at Dream Hotel Downtown New York

SUITE DREAMS: POOL PARTY AT DREAM HOTELย DOWNTOWN 21 07 2011 The brand new and very hipย Dream Hotel Downtownย has opened and one of its coolest features is an outdoor pool and beach (with sand). Well, would you know that the gays took one look at that space and thought, what a great place for a party! … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Atlantis 2012 Mexican Riviera Cruise Now on Sale!

NOW ON SALE! ย  Atlantisย Mexican Riviera Cruiseย  ย  Oct 28-Nov 4, 2012 ย ย  ย  BOOK TODAY! ย  1-800-842-4753 ย  info@gaytravelpros.com ย  ย  ย  Mexican Riviera Cruiseย  ย  October 28-November 4, 2012ย  ย  Be one of the first to sign up for Atlantis’ exciting Mexican Riviera cruise aboard the Carnival Splendor! Ports of call:ย Los Angeles, Cabo … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Winter Rendezvous – Stowe, VT – Gay Ski Week – January 18-22, 2012

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Gay Travel Information: Creperie Catherine – Mont Tremblant – Quebec, Canada

Creperie Catherine – Mont Tremblant Village / 133, Kandahar / Mont-Tremblant, QC, J8E 1A1 / 1-819-681-4888 ย  While visiting Mont-Tremblant this past December my partner and I were treated to an amazing meal at Creperie Catherine in the heart of Tremblant village. ย  Creperie Catherine is an affordable, charming, family friendly restaurant serving the most … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Mont-Tremblant Ziplining Adventure by Jennifer Walsh

The Activity Centre – Mont Tremblant / 118 ch. Kandahar / Mont-Tremblant, QC (Center of Village – Place St. Bernard – at base of ski slopes) ZIP LINING ADVENTURE BY: JENNIFER WALSH After meeting by the fire pit in the quaint village like area of Mont Tremblant, the small group of us followed our zipline … Continue reading →

GAY TRAVEL INFORMATION: Mont Tremblant + Cรดtรฉ Nord – Quebec, Canada

Mont-Tremblant / Cรดtรฉ Nord Tremblant / 141 Tour Du Lac Rd / Lac-Superieur, Quebec J0T 1P0, Canada / 1-819-688-5201 My first visit to Mont Tremblant was in 1997. I was 21 years old and had never been out of the country. Crossing into Quebec, Canada from the Vermont border was (is) magical. I remember the … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Gabriel’s Provincetown, MA

Gabriel’s at the Ashbrooke Inn / 104 Bradford Street / Provincetown, MA / 1-508-487-3232 ย  Located at the base of the Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown, MA,ย anย arrivalย at Gabriel’s at the Ashmont Innย is like pulling upย to theย enchanted garden. ย  The courtyard has an array of multi-tiered decks, fountains, gardens, bar-b-que area, paths to the park, outdoor fire … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Peru Trip Report from Alexandria Lauren

Alexandria Laurenย from http://www.courthousenews.comย shares her report on a recent trip to Peru. Check it out here: http://www.courthousenews.com/2011/09/21/39966.htm ย  Read another post of Alexandria’s on the same-sex marriage bill proposel here in Rhode Island (which unfortantely did not pass – just Civil Unions). http://www.courthousenews.com/2011/02/15/34206.htm. ย  Desiree Sousa Out & About Travel http://www.gaytravelpros.com

Gay Travel Information: Kingโ€™s Dedham โ€“ Las Vegas Style Bowling, Lounge & Dining!

KINGโ€™S DEDHAM / 600 Legacy Place / Dedham, MA 02026 / 781-329-6000   If you are looking for a Vegas-style, retro (yet modern) bowling alley with 60 HDTVโ€™s, pulsating music,ย delicious food and an overall energetic vibe, Kingโ€™s in Dedham, MA is the place for you! My girlfriend Jennifer and I checked out Kingโ€™s earlier this … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Gay Owned Sand Castle on the Beach – St. Croix, USVI

Sand Castle on the Beach, one of the leading LGBT resorts in the Caribbean is approaching its 10th anniversary year looking better than ever. With upgrades, renovations, a focused and energetic management team, and a few cool parties coming up, itโ€™s a terrific gay-friendly spot in the sometimes less-than-gay-friendly Caribbean. Located right on the beach … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: First-Ever Gay Ski Trip Planned for India in February 2012

Billing it as the first Asian gay ski trip ever, Go Pink invite lesbian and gay skiers of any level of proficiency to ski in the Himalayas. The group (up to 30 skiers) will also get a sample of the emerging gay life in Delhi as well as a visit to the famous Taj Majhal … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: The Kearsarge Inn + Horsefeather’s Restaurant – North Conway, NH

The Kearsarge Inn / 42 Seavey Street, North Conway, NH / 1-855-532-7727 Horsefeather’s Restaurant / 2679 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, NH / 603-356-2687 ย  The Kearsarge Inn is a modern rendition of a grand hotel. Located in the heart of North Conway in the Mt. Washington Valley of New Hampshire, Kearsarge Inn is the … Continue reading →

Gas Lamp Grille: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Newport, Rhode Island

GAS LAMP GRILLE / 206 Thames Street/ Newport, RI 02840 / 401-845-9300 This past summer a friend and I had the pleasure of dining at Gas Lamp Grille in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island. Gas Lamp Grille is known for its fine food, music, sports and exotic beers, keeping it on the top of the Newport … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: King’s Dedham – Las Vegas Style Bowling, Lounge & Dining!

KING’S DEDHAM / 600 Legacy Place / Dedham, MA 02026 / 781-329-6000 If you are looking for a Vegas-style, retro (yet modern) bowling alley with 60 HDTV’s, pulsating music,ย delicious food and an overall energetic vibe, King’s in Dedham, MA is the place for you! My girlfriend Jennifer and I checked out King’s earlier this fall … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Camden Harbour Inn – Camden, Maine

Camden Harbour Inn * Natalie’s Restaurant / 83 Bay View Street / Camden, Maine / 207-236-4200 ย  This past spring I was fortunate enough to be invited by Camden Harbour Inn owner, Raymond Brunyanszki & his partner, Oscar Verest, to experience this truly enchanting inn. ย  My story is rather unique in that not only … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Jillian’s / Lucky Strike Lanes – Boston, MA

Jillians * Lucky Strike Lanes & Lougeย  / 145 Ipswich Street (next to Fenway) / Boston, MA 02215 / 1-617-437-0300 I recently had the pleasure of checking out Jillian’s Boston / Lucky Strike Lanes Lounge with my partner, Jennifer and friend, Adam. I had heard such great things about Jillian’s from friends who are from … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: 2012 Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks Now On Sale!

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Gay Travel Information: Spooky World’s ‘Fear at Fenway’ Haunted Attraction!

SPOOKY WORLD – THE FEAR AT FENWAY / Fenway Park – 4 Yawkey Way / Boston, MA 02215 This past Sunday my partner, Jennifer, and friend, Adam went to Spooky World’s, ‘Fear at Fenway’, Halloween attraction. I had been to Spooky World many years ago, and remember thoroughly enjoying it, so I had high expectations … Continue reading →

Field of Screams: Halloween Haunted Attraction in West Greenwich, Rhode Island

Field Of Screams – 179 Plain Meeting House Road / West Greenwich, RI 02817 / (401)-884-7369. Field of Screams, located in beautiful West Greenwich, RI is a must do for Halloween enthusiasts! Your adrenaline will start to pump before you even arrive, as you drive the winding roads, lit only by moonlight. At one point … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Tail O’The Pup BBQ – Ray Brook, NY

TAIL O’THE PUP SMOKEHOUSE BBQ/ 1152 Rte. 86 / Ray Brook, NY 12977 /ย ย ย ย  1-(518)-891-0777 ย  I love kitsch. I love BBQ. I love liveย  music. I love roadside attractions AND I love the Adirondacks.ย Put those things together and you have Tail O’The Pup Smokehouse in Ray Brook, NY (half way between Saranac Lake and … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Kiwassa Lake B&B – Saranac Lake, NY – Adirondacks

KIWASSA LAKE ADIRONDACK BED & BREAKFAST / 1150 Kiwassa Lake Road / Saranac Lake, NY 12983 / 1-518-891-5721 This spring I had the absolute pleasure of staying 2 nights at Kiwassa Lake B&B located 3 miles from the beautiful village of Saranac Lake and 10 miles from the Olympian Village of Lake Placid, in the … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: 2012 Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks On Sale!

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Gay Travel Information: Out & About Travel October Newsletter!

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Gay Travel Information: NEW Atlantis 2012 Summer Cruises Now On Sale!

ย ย  GET YOUR FORMS IN NOW! info@gaytravelpros.com _______________________________ NOW ON SALE! ย  Copenhagen to Stockholm Cruiseย  ย  July 24-31, 2012ย  ย  Explore the best of the Baltic in style in 2012. You’ll sail the stunning Eurodam from Copenhagen to Stockholm visiting Berlin, Tallin, and Helsinki in seven magical days. There’s even a full two-day stay … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Gayskitrips.com now live! 2012 Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks on Sale!

2012 Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks are now on sale! visit: http://www.GAYSKITRIPS.comย  ย  Utah * Aspen * Telluride * Whistler * Stowe * Lake Tahoe * Switzerland * Austriaย * France etc.,

Gay Travel Information: Atlantis Greek Isles Cruise Aug 24-Sept 3, 2012

  ย  PSST….. The Atlantis Greek Isles Cruise scheduled for Aug 24-September 3, 2012 will be going on sale soon! ย  Be sure to contact info@gaytravelpros.com for more information. ย  You can be added to our “alert list” as soon as this cruise goes on sale. ย  Atlantis will be chartering Celebrity’s Equinox (Rome-Rome). ย  … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: RSVP Danuber Riverboat Cruise

ย  ย  ย  ย  RSVP’s Danube Riverboat Cruise scheduled for July 8-15, 2012 is SOLD OUT, however, a WAIT LIST is available. ย  Pleas email info@gaytravelpros.comย to be added. ย  The sooner you get on the list, the better your odds of getting on the cruise! ย  Click HERE for more information.

Gay Travel Information: Out in the Park Six Flags New England – September 18, 2011

  Out In The Park at Six Flags New England is the Ultimate GLBT Party. Held each year in September, Out In The Park is a family friendly event for the GLBT community as well as family, friends, and supporters. Out In The Park is a day of Thrills, Music, Entertainment, and Friends! Visit: http://www.outinthepark.infoย 

Gay Travel Information: RSVP 2012 Mediterannean Cruises Now on Sale!

  ย  RSVP 2012 MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES NOW ON SALE! ย  Mediterranean to Morocco Cruise:ย ย  June 29-July 6, 2012 Ports of call: Barcelona, Casablanca-Morocco, Seville-Spain, Ibiza-Spain, Valencia-Spain and back to Barcelona. Priced from $1999 per person Email info@gaytravelpros.com today for more information. _______________________________________________________ ย  Legendary Danube Riverboat Cruise :ย ย July 8-15, 2012 Ports of call: Budapest-Hungary, Vienna-Austria, … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: QGuide Gives Back 6% to our Big Gay World!

Here is a special offer from our friends at QGuide! Now and through the end of 2011, QGuide will donate 6% of its revenue to efforts supporting Gay Equality, Freedom, Health, Education or Sport – all over the world. QGuide works with specially selected international well-known travel brands, so you know you are getting the … Continue reading →

All Gay European River Boat Cruise โ€“ July 12-21, 2012 โ€“ Gay Travel Information

  All Gay European River Cruise from Parisโ€ฆ.with Love.   July 12-21, 2012   Start your trip in the amazing โ€œCity of Lightsโ€, Paris, the most romantic city in the world!, where youโ€™ll stay 2 nights in a luxury hotel, enjoy our welcome reception and a city tour, and see some of the most amazing … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: Church Landing at Mills Falls & Lago Restaurant – Meredith, NH!

Church Landing / The Inns & Spa at Mill Falls / 312 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, NH 03253 / 1-800-622-6455 Lago Restaurant / The Inn at Bay Point / Exit 23 off I-93ย / Meredith, NH 03253 / 1-603-279-2253 Lake Winnipesaukee’s Most Luxurious Resort! As a travel writer I have been blessed with experiencingย some pretty amazing … Continue reading →

Gay Travel Information: The Common Man Inn – Plymouth, NH – Gay & Lesbian Friendly Getaway!

The Common Man Inn & Spa / I-93, Exit # 26 / 231 Main Street / Plymouth, NH / 03264 / 1-866-The-CMAN ย  The Common Man Inn — A True Find at the Gateway to New Hampshire’s White Mountain Region! I recently had the complete joy of spending an evening at The Common Man Inn … Continue reading →

All Gay European River Boat Cruise – July 12-21, 2012 – Gay Travel Information

All Gay European River Cruise from Paris….with Love. ย  July 12-21, 2012 ย  Start your trip in the amazing “City of Lights”, Paris, the most romantic city in the world!, where you’ll stay 2 nights in a luxury hotel, enjoy our welcome reception and a city tour, and see some of the most amazing art … Continue reading →