Inn at The Moors – Provincetown, MA
Inn at The Moors / 59 Provincelands Road / Provincetown, MA 02657 / 1-800-842-6379 Having traveled extensively throughout New England, I can honestly say that the view from Inn at The Moors is one of the best I have witnessed. The inn is located on Provincelands Road, which is a short walk to … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Morey’s Piers and Beachfront Waterparks – Wildwood, NJ
Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Waterparks + Starlux Boutique Hotel / 3501 Boardwalk / Wildwood, NJ 08260 / 1-609-729-0788 Move over Disney! Morey’s Piers, located in Wildwood, NJ on the infamous Jersey Shore, is a magical, affordable, safe destination worthy of some serious applause! Morey’s Piers is a true classic seaside amusement park and I have fallen hard for … Continue reading
Trafford Restaurant: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Warren, Rhode Island
Trafford / 285 Water Street / Warren, RI 02885 / 401 – 289-2265 Some places are worth reviewing again (and again), as is the case with Trafford located in historic Warren, Rhode Island. I had reviewed Trafford’s a year ago (which you could find HERE) and was beyond excited to return. I am happy to say … Continue reading
Blackie’s in Smithfield: Historic Review & Updated Address
Name and address update: October 1, 2026. Blackie's is now at 280 George Washington Highway, Smithfield, RI 02917. The 181 George Washington Highway address mentioned in this original review is the former location. Current business information. The original article below is historical coverage. Its former names, addresses, prices, hours and descriptions reflect the review period; … Continue reading
GAY WINE WEEKEND JUNE 14-16, 2014
OUT IN THE VINEYARD – GAY WINE WEEKEND JUNE 14-16, 2013 Out in The Vineyard is proud to announce GAY WINE WEEKEND 2013 in California Wine Country -Featuring TWILIGHT T Dance, a weekend of wine & celebration, benefiting Face to Face, Sonoma County AIDS Network. Three full days of LGBT events in Northern California’s magnificent … Continue reading
T’s Restaurant: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Narragansett, Rhode Island
T’s Restaurant / Cranston * East Greenwich * Narrgansett – Rhode Island T’s is aptly named for many reason’s. First it stands for owner’s Tony and Tina Tomaselli (and coincidently their children are named Tara and Anthony – “Tony”.) But T’s can also stand for tackle, tact and talent. To tackle something is to embark … Continue reading
Gay Travel – Loews Atlanta – Atlanta, GA
Loews Atlanta / 1065 Peachtree Street / Atlanta, GA 30309 / 404-745-5000 I have been a fan of Loews Hotels ever since my first stay at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel in Orlando back in 1999. There are many reasons I adore Loews, including the fact that it is extremely Lgbt friendly, has an amazing pet friendly policy (Loews LOVES pets), provide super friendly service, a … Continue reading
Jacky’s Waterplace & Sushi Bar: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Jacky’s Waterplace & Sushi Bar / 200 Exchange Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-383-5000 I have been a fan of Jacky Ko for years. I am lucky enough to live in the east bay area of Rhode Island, very close to Jacky’s Galaxie & Sushi Bar in Bristol. Having frequented Jacky’s Bristol, North Providence and Cumberland locations, I … Continue reading
Rue de L’Espoir: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Rue De L’ Espoir / 99 Hope Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-751-8890 Rue De L’Espoir is a Rhode Island institution. The Rue, as it is affectionately referred to, opened in May 1976. Over the past 36 years, The Rue has experienced continued success and has been featured in travel books and magazines, including Esquire, Bon Appetit, Food … Continue reading
Gay Travel – Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort – Sandestin / Destin, Florida
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort / 9300 Emerald Coast Parkway West / Destin, Florida 32550 /1-800-277-0800 My partner, Jennifer, and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort located on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, between Pensacola and Panama City, eight miles east of Destin. A member of Beaches of South … Continue reading
Gay Travel – Atlantis Events Silhouette Caribbean Cruise – Feb 2-9, 2014
February 2 – 9, 2014 Silhouette Caribbean Cruise Celebrity Silhouette NOW ON SALE! Atlantis’ most popular premium ship comes home to the Caribbean to host the all-new Atlantis February cruise in 2014. Atlantis invites you to sail the most modern ship ever designed to the best of the sunny Southern Caribbean as they reinvent our … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Hotel Champlain – Quebec, QC
HOTEL CHAMPLAIN – 115, Sainte-Anne Street / Old-Quebec (Quebec), Canada G1R 3X6 / 1-800-567-2106 Quebec City is one of the most romantic, beautiful cities in the world. It is where I proposed to my wife in February 2012 and where we celebrated our honeymoon in January 2013. Something about crossing the Canadian border into Quebec … Continue reading
Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar & Grill – Fall River, MA
Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar & Grill / 1082 Davol Street / Fall River, MA 02720 / 1-508-676-REMY Every so often I get to review a place that truly wins me over in every way possible. As is the case with Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar & Grill in Fall River, MA. It could be the delicious … Continue reading
Gay Travel – RSVP Vacations 2014 Caribbean Gay Cruise!
NEW! 2014 RSVP CARIBBEAN CRUISE February 15-22, 2014 Aboard the stunning MSC Divinia. Contact Out & About Travel for more information at info@gaytravelpros.com or 1-800-842-4753. Ports of call: Miami-Florida, Philipsburg-St. Maartan, San Juan-Puerto Rico, Great Stirrup Cay-Bahamas and back to Miami. RSVP Divina Caribbean Cruise Itinerary Date Port Arrive Depart 15 Feb Miami, Florida … Continue reading
Gay Travel – Atlantis 2014 Southern Caribbean Gay Cruise!
NEW! EXOTIC SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE March 8-15, 2014 Aboard the Celebrity Summit NOW ON SALE!!!! Ports of call: San Juan-Puerto Rico, St, Barths, Martinique, St. Lucia, Barbados and back to San Juan. Contact Out & About Travel at info@gaytravelpros.com for more information on how to secure your spot on this cruise when it goes on … Continue reading
Hyatt Regency Boston – Boston, MA
Hyatt Regency Boston / One Avenue de Lafayette / Boston, MA 02111 / 617-912-1234 There are so many things to love about the Hyatt Regency Boston! The decor! The location! Service! Food! Let’s start with the stunningly beautiful renovations that completed in 2012. My wife and I were immediately impressed as soon as we stepped … Continue reading
New England Inn & Lodge – North Conway, NH
NEW ENGLAND INN & LODGE / 336 Route 16A (Intervale Resort Loop) / Intervale, NH 03845 / 1-800-826-3466 This past December my wife Jennifer and I set out to “find Christmas”. No, this isn’t going to be some religious, “I want world peace” type article (I mean, who doesn’t, right – lol)? No, this is about … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Hotel Champlain – Quebec, QC
HOTEL CHAMPLAIN – 115, Sainte-Anne Street / Old-Quebec (Quebec), Canada G1R 3X6 / 1-800-567-2106 Quebec City is one of the most romantic, beautiful cities in the world. It is where I proposed to my wife in February 2012 and where we celebrated our honeymoon in January 2013. Something about crossing the Canadian border into Quebec … Continue reading
Gavin’s Pub & Restaurant: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Gavin’s Pub & Restaurant / 520 South Water Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-383-3833 Gavin’s Pub & Restaurant, located on Providence’s Waterfront, will truly transport you to a different era. The second you step inside this new hot spot, you will feel as if you are back in the 1940’s-1950’s. Think WWII aviation and … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Mardi Gras New Orleans
MARDI GRAS NEW ORLEANS – JANUARY 19-FEBRUARY 12, 2013 Our friends at The New Orleans Hotel Collection are offering a special DELUXE Mardi Gras package. There are only THREE of these exclusive suites available so please contact us right away if interested! Bourbon Orleans Suite Package – A wide balcony and 1 bedroom plus parlor … Continue reading
Gay Travel – 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
Gay Travel – Tipsy Toboggan Fireside Pub – Fall River, MA
Tipsy Toboggan Fireside Pub / 75 Ferry Street / Fall River, MA 02721 / 508-567-0550 The Tipsy Toboggan Fireside Pub, located in Fall River, MA (well known for Lizzie Borden, Portuguese Culture, and Battleship Cove), will make you feel as if you have been transported to a rustic Après-ski hangout in some hip ski town. I felt my … Continue reading
Trattoria Roma: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Trattoria Roma / 310 Atwells Ave / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-331-5000 Stepping into Trattoria Roma is truly like stepping into Italy. The smells, the ambiance, the friendliness of the staff are all so authentic you will forget you are in Rhode Island! However, Rhode Island you are and Roma Providence, an icon in my … Continue reading
Gay Travel – Ale House Inn – Portsmouth, NH
Ale House Inn : 121 Bow Street : Portsmouth, NH : 03801: (603)-431-7760 Walking into The Ale House Inn is like being introduced to the most handsome man, EVER. You know the type. So good looking you can’t help but stare. So good looking that you can’t help but admit it, even if you are lesbian, … Continue reading
Gay Travel – The Whiteface Lodge – Lake Placid, NY
The Whiteface Lodge / 7 Whiteface Inn Lane / Lake Placid, NY 12946 / 1-800-903-4045 I have found the most magical, enchanting resort in the Northeast. A resort designed as a return to the Adirondack Great Camp, nestled in the woodlands surrounding Lake Placid, New York. There is something to be said about atmosphere and … Continue reading
Harry’s Bar & Burger: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Harry’s Bar & Burger / 121 N. Main Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-228-7437 There is no denying the fact that I am a HUGE Chow Fun Food Group groupie! I love the concepts of each of their restaurants which include Rick’s Roadhouse, 10 Prime Steak & Sushi, XO Cafe, Luxe Burger Bar and … Continue reading
Caffe Dolce Vita, Hotel Dolce Villa & Smoke Lounge: Gay-Friendly Hotel in Providence, Rhode Island
Caffe Dolce Vita / 59 DePasquale Avenue / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-331-8240 I grew up on Federal Hill, Providence’s eclectic Little Italy neighborhood, continuously voted one of the top Little Italy’s in North America. One of the reason’s Federal Hill is so popular is because of its Italian eateries including Caffe Dolce Vita. Caffe … Continue reading
10 Prime Steak & Sushi: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
10 Prime Steak & Sushi / 55 Pine Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-453-2333 Stepping into 10 Prime Steak & Sushi is like stepping into a trendy, sexy, Miami bistro. Everything about the decor and ambiance is funky, chic and downright beautiful. From the zebra striped door to the cobalt blue backdrop and naked … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – The Galley Grille – Westport, MA
THE GALLEY GRILLE at WHITE’S OF WESTPORT / 66 State Road / Westport, Ma. 02790 / 508-675-7185 The Galley Grille is something truly special. Attached to White’s of Westport, The Galley Grille is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Located conveniently off of I-195 and less than 30 minutes from Providence, The Galley Grille will make you feel … Continue reading
Tortilla Flats: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Tortilla Flats / 355 Hope Street / Providence, RI / 401-751-6777 What’s not to love about Tortilla Flats? Nothing, that’s what! How could you not love a place that writes on their web site: “Where you are cordially invited to seat yourself. To be yourself. To choose for yourself.” It goes on to … Continue reading
Trinity Brewhouse: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Trinity Brewhouse / 186 Fountain Street / Providence, RI 02905 / 401-453-BEER (2337) Trinity Brewhouse is a Gothic funhouse of award winning beers, delicious pub food, rock music, friendly service, and a trendy, youthful, local clientele. It’s eye catching carnival styled signs beckon you to step right up and try “the best beer in Rhode … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Morey’s FEARS – Terror on the Boardwalk – Wildwoods, NJ
Morey’s FEARS – Terror On The Boardwalk – Wildwoods, NJ Morey’s FEARS-Terror on the Boardwalk returns for 2012 with NINE nights of nightmares. OCTOBER 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 AND 27. Morey’s Piers have recreated the attractions that made Morey’s FEARS a hit in bigger, badder ways AND added an ALL … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: Hilton Mytic – Mystic, Connecticut
Hilton Mystic / 20 Coogan Blvd / Mystic, CT / 860-572-0731 Located across the street from famed Mystic Aquarium and Olde Mystic Village, the newly renovated Hilton Mystic Hotel in Connecticut is one convenient hotel! The hotel offers impeccable service and outstanding amenities as my partner and I discovered on a recent weekend getaway. Not … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Gem Restaurant & Lounge – Boston, MA
Gem Restaurant & Lounge / 42 Province Street / Boston, MA / 617-482-1213 My partner and I recently had the pleasure of dining at the new Gem Restaurant & Lounge located in Boston’s downtown Financial District. Greeted by a friendly doorman we entered the dimly lit foyer and proceeded upstairs to the dining room. My … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Julian’s – Providence, RI
JULIAN’S / 318 BROADWAY, PROVIDENCE, RI 02909 / 401-861-1770 Do you remember that person in high school that oozed with punk rock, zine reading, sci-fi coolness? Some people may have thought they were “strange”, but not you. Oh no. You anticipated passing them each day in the school hall hoping maybe, just maybe you would get a nod or half smile. You’d make it … Continue reading
Besos Kitchen & Cocktails: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in East Greenwich, Rhode Island
Besos Kitchen & Cocktails / 378 Main Street / East Greenwich, RI / 1-401-398-8855 I love, love, love, LOVE Besos Kitchen & Cocktails. There is no other way to start this review than to state that fact. I developed a crush and swooned from afar after seeing photos and reading Besos’ (which means “kisses” in Spanish) menu online, … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: What Has Desiree Sousa Been Up To?
OUT & ABOUT TRAVEL As many of you know (or may not know), Gay Travel Information is run by moi, Desiree Sousa, owner of Out & About Travel! Out & About Travel has been serving the Gay & Lesbian community since 1999 and is one of the leading online LGBT travel agencies with clients from … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: 2013 Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks
Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks Now On Sale! 2013 looks to be as exciting as ever with gay & lesbian ski weeks planned for popular destinations such as: Utah Gay Ski Week – January 9-13, 2013 Aspen Gay Ski Week – January 13-20, 2013 Stowe Winter Rendezvous Gay Ski Week – January 23-27, 2013 Whistler … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: Birds of a Feather Gay & Lesbian Community – Pecos, New Mexico
Birds of a Feather is a gay and lesbian community like no other in the world located in the “Land of Enchantment”, sunny Northern New Mexico. Our community is located on 140 acres of beautiful pine-forested property just 30 short minutes from Santa Fe. It is gated, all utilities are underground and high-speed internet is … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: The Colonnade Hotel – Boston, MA
The Colonnade Hotel / 120 Huntington Ave / Boston, MA 02116 / 1-800-962-3030 The Colonnade Hotel is an exceptional luxury hotel located in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. Many factors make The Colonnade stand out from the competition, such as being home to Boston’s only rooftop pool located 11 stories up in the … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: Ellen’s Stardust Diner – New York, NY
Ellen’s Stardust Diner / 1650 Broadway @ 51st Street / New York, NY 10019 / 212-956-5151 A visit to Ellen’s Stardust Lounge located on Broadway in Midtown Manhattan is a quintessential New York experience. To me it is one of the things that make New York so magical. Just like the bright lights of Times Square. The … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: Condor Hotel – Brooklyn, NY
Condor Hotel / 56 Franklin Avenue / Brooklyn, NY 11205 / 1-718-5-CONDOR As the author of a travel related blog I sometimes get lucky to discover a pretty cool hidden gem, as is the case with Condor Hotel located in the urban Williamsburg area of Brooklyn, NY. This boutique hotel is located minutes away from … Continue reading
Cuban Revolution: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Cuban Revolution / 50 Aborn Street / Providence, RI / 401-331-8829 **Note Aborn Street Location is closed! Please visit their Valley Street location Providence. Visit web site for more info. Cuban Revolution is one of the most unique, satisfying, genuinely hip restaurants I have had the pleasure of reviewing. They describe themselves as “A spirited swanky … Continue reading
Leo’s Ristorante: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Bristol, Rhode Island
Leo’s Ristorante / 365 Hope Street / Bristol, RI 02809 / 401-253-9300 Leo’s Ristorante located on Hope Street in beautiful Bristol, Rhode Island means business, but not that starchy “tuck your shirt in or your fired” type business, but more the “I am here to make you happy and will do anything in my power … Continue reading
Roberto’s Italian Restaurant: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Bristol, Rhode Island
Roberto’s / 450 Hope Street / Bristol, RI / 1-401-254-9732 Roberto’s Italian Restaurant in Bristol, Rhode Island is causally exquisite. Romantic yet bustling. Intimate yet big on presentation. It is the type restaurant where you can enjoy a fine glass of wine and white tablecloth service while dining by candlelight or a cold beer at … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Morey’s Piers and Beachfront Waterparks – Wildwood, NJ
Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Waterparks + Starlux Boutique Hotel / 3501 Boardwalk / Wildwood, NJ 08260 / 1-609-729-0788 Move over Disney! Morey’s Piers, located in Wildwood, NJ on the infamous Jersey Shore, is a magical, affordable, safe destination worthy of some serious applause! Morey’s Piers is a true classic seaside amusement park and I have fallen hard for … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Orlando – Orlando, Florida
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Orlando / 6000 Universal Blvd – Universal Orlando’s CityWalk / Orlando, FL 32819 / 407-224-2155 I have been a fan of Jimmy Buffett’s and an official “parrothead” for close to 20 years. My love affair with Jimmy’s “escapism” music started back in 1992. I was 16 years old and a sophomore in … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: Wicked Pizza & Wine Bar – Dedham, MA
Wicked Restaurant and Wine Bar / 660 Legacy Place / Dedham, MA 02026 / 781-326-9100 My partner and I recently dined at Wicked Restaurant and Wine Bar in Dedham, MA, and without being cliché, the food, service, and atmosphere really are wicked good! The slang definition for wicked is: strikingly good, effective, or skillful. Yes, … Continue reading
Providence Marriott Downtown: Gay-Friendly Hotel in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence Marriott Downtown / 1 Orms Street / Providence, RI 02904 / 1-866-807-2171 My first impression as I walked into the Providence Marriott Downtown hotel was how beautiful their lobby was. I loved the orange & brown earth tones, swanky lighting and openness. I noticed several people working on laptops, enjoying the hotel’s complimentary wireless … Continue reading
Coco Pazzo / English Cellar Alehouse: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Coco Pazzo / English Cellar Alehouse / 165 Angell Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-454-3434 Coco Pazzo is slang for “crazy crazy” (Crazy in Italian and Crazy in French) but I think it should be slang for “brilliant brilliant” or, better yet, “Oh my God, this brilliant restaurant has some of the best food I have ever eaten!” Yeah, that’s it. THAT is … Continue reading
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort – Sandestin / Destin, Florida
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort / 9300 Emerald Coast Parkway West / Destin, Florida 32550 /1-800-277-0800 My partner, Jennifer, and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort located on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, between Pensacola and Panama City, eight miles east of Destin. A member of Beaches of South … Continue reading
Rick’s Roadhouse: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island
Rick’s Roadhouse / 370 Richmond Street / Providence, RI / 401-272-PORK I was in love with Rick’s Roadhouse before it even opened. I remember reading an article about this new BBQ restaurant opening in downtown Providence that would reflect the type BBQ shacks one would find on on a road trip, such as on historic … Continue reading
Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa – Lake Placid, NY
Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa / 77 Mirror Lake Drive / Lake Placid, NY 12946 / 1-518-523-2544 Sitting down to write this review of Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa, I truly did not know where to start. Do I start with the breathtaking views the resort has from being perched on 7 … Continue reading
Inn at The Moors – Provincetown, MA
Inn at The Moors / 59 Provincelands Road / Provincetown, MA 02657 / 1-800-842-6379 Having traveled extensively throughout New England, I can honestly say that the view from Inn at The Moors is one of the best I have witnessed. The inn is located on Provincelands Road, which is a short walk to … Continue reading
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort – Sandestin, Florida
I love Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort. I have been lucky enough to visit this beautiful property located on Florida’s Emerald Coast several times since 2004. I found the resort to be very LGBT welcoming as well as the entire Emerald Coast area including Destin/Fort. Walton Beach and the resorts that line Scenic 30-A. For … Continue reading
Shogun Seafood Steak & Sushi: Gay-Friendly Restaurant in Warwick, Rhode Island
Shogun Seafood Steak & Sushi / 76 Jefferson Blvd / Warwick, RI / 1-401-270-3612 The first thing that is clear about Shogun Seafood Steak & Sushi is that it is family owned & operated and extremely proud of this fact. With that said, it is only fitting that I experienced this phenomenal restaurant with my … Continue reading
Un Style de Vie – Quebec City, Quebec – Canada
Un Style de Vie / 833 rue Saint-Jean / Quebec City, Quebec – Canada / 1-418-914-3117 Looking for the world’s greatest fashion underwear? Look no further than Un Style de Vie located in the heart of Old Quebec. Located In a friendly atmosphere, you’ll find an impressive selection of underwear and swim wear brands. The … Continue reading
