Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Dreamlets
Dreamlets® Dreamlets is a Seattle based company founded in 2006 to put smiles on faces by reigniting the childlike part in all of us; the place where creativity is conceived and dreams are never limited by our present understanding. Dreamlets believes that dreams do come true, and creativity has the power to make the … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – HOMOSAYSWHAT
HOMESAYSWHAT – Cute Clothes for people with Dirty MindsHOMOSAYSWHAT has something gay to tell you! That is the tag line on owner, Adam’s, Kickstarter page. This is Adam, say hello! It goes on to say that: HOMOSAYSWHAT designs & screenprints Tshirts that use cute drawings to make dirty jokes so you can get away with wearing … 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 – The Walart Wallet
THE WALART WALLET The Walart Wallet is 100% recyclable, tear resistant, water resistant and made in Australia. It is a collection of art & design from around the world displayed on the one medium – THE WALART. Constructed from a single piece of enviro-friendly paper, resistant to mother nature and the dullness of everyday society. The … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Reviews – Coney Island Craft Larger
CONEY ISLAND CRAFT LARGER – SHMALTZ BREWING COMPANY The Coney Island Brewing Company is the “world’s smallest brewery”. How do we know? Well representatives from the Guinness Book of World Records tells us so! 😉 The micro-brewery produces lager one gallon at a time! Owners say that their recipes are inspired by the local artistic and … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Reviews – Waviators
WAVIATORS – Unsinkable Shades Waviators were created to solve a simple problem. Sunglasses that look good don’t float. The creators played in the water. They wore sunglasses. Their old shades sank too many times. WELCOME WAVIATORS! 😀 These unskinkable, fashionable shades come in four hot colors – Blue, Red, White & Yellow. As an avid … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – FlyingFlips
FLYINGFLIPS – FlipFlops for Good At FlyingFlips they believe in spreading the love. For every pair of FlyingFlips you buy they give a pair to a human in need. Smitten yet? They have partnered with Souls4Souls and Foundacion A. Jean Brugger to insure the shoes get to the right people in need. FlyingFlips is special. … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Boccia id. Watch Configurator
BOCCIA id. Watch Configurator Now here is something cool….. How would you like to design your own watch? You can pick everything from the case, bezel, dials, hands, strap and crystal! I recently designed a watch using The Boccia id. Watch Configurator. There were so many options that I will have to keep adding to … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Sebago’s Filson Knight Shoe
SEBAGO SHOES Today I am going to spotlight one hot pair of boots – Sebago’s Filson Knight ($170). These rugged blucher moccasins can handle any kind of weather or conditions! You can choose from full grain waterproof leather / Filson tin cloth upper , waxy full grain leather or waterproof leather uppers. Rawhide laces stay … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Anderson Design Group
ANDERSON DESIGN GROUP – Award Winning Graphic Design Firm based in Nashville, TN Every season (or sometimes every month….week….ahem) I like to re-decorate! I like the home my partner and I live in to truly reflect our personalities. Since we are both travel lovers we are ALWAYS on the lookout for cool new travel art. … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Providence Coal Fired Pizza – Providence, RI
Providence Coal Fired Pizza / 385 Westminster Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-454-7499 I had never heard about coal fired pizza before learning about Providence Coal Fired Pizza here in Rhode Island, but I knew it was something I had to try out! A friend of mine stumbled across this amazing restaurant on a … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Pan Am
PAN AM – Arrive In style! I am a travel fanatic. I have been since the age of six after winning a trip to Walt Disney World for my family by writing a poem (okay so my mother helped, ahem) in the ‘Lester Lightbulb’ electricity contest here in Rhode Island. I will never forget the … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Gola
GOLA – Styles of yesteryear combined with today’s most sought after trends. Fall, my absolute favorite time of the year, has always meant new fashion to me! I am a sucker for bulky sweaters, colorful scarves and, of course – sneakers. Oh. How. I . Love. Sneakers. One of my absolute favorite brands, Gola, feeds … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Tula Hats
TULA HATS I do a lot of traveling and spend a lot of time in the sun. For awhile now my partner and I have been looking for the perfect hat to protect us from the sun while still being stylish. Luckily I came across Tula Hats! Not only do these hats pack easily, … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Dpcted Apparel
DPCTED APPAREL So last summer I was going through a major breakup. It hurt. It hurt – hard. One of those “out of the blue” type breakups where you get an “I love you” in the morning and an “I love you so much but….” text (yes, text) in the afternoon. Ouch. Between … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – COOKOO Watch
COOKOO – THE WATCH FOR THE CONNECTED GENERATION Okay, this just blew my socks off….oh wait…..my flip-flops….listen, something just blew off me! Why? Because this is just so – damn – cool! Go grab a tissue, napkin or something because you are going to drool! Your smartphone may not always be at hand—but the cookoo … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – SkyRoll
SkyRoll On Wheels Wheeled Suitcase & Garment Bag in One It’s a carry-on suitcase with a wrap-around garment bag Suits gently wrap around the outside – they never fold It’s two pieces of luggage in one No more checked baggage fees SkyRoll was created by Don Chernoff. It all began one day as he was … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Toilet Yoga
TOILET YOGA Sometimes items are just destined to cross your path as is the way I feel with Toilet Yoga. Ah, yes. Adds all new meaning to “killing two birds with one stone” (by the way – can we have a second for what an awful saying that is)? Anywho…. Toilet Yoga. Put … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Touch Time Digital Watch with Touch Screen!
Touch Time: Digital Watch with Touch Screen Something exciting is coming! How does a next generation digital watch with a touch screen, Smartphone-like watch apps, “always on” display sound? Oh yes, AND you never have to charge it! Drooling yet? INSPIRATION: Today’s mobile phones and other electronic devices don’t look and function like they did … 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 – Product Review – Scottevest Travel Vest
I am in love with Scottevest. Their (stylish) Travel Vest is a must have for every traveler! Those of us familiar with airport security know the hassle of having to empty your belonging’s into that little tray causing sighs of disgust (and maybe a curse or two…ahem) if you take half-a-second too long. We’ve all … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Industry Portage Co.
Everyone knows what it is like to see something and know your world would just be so much better if you had it! 😉 Well, that was the case when I discovered the beautiful bags made by Industry Portage. I was immediately drawn to their rugged, stylish design. The Industry Portage Company designs … 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
Gay Travel Information: King Richard’s Faire – New England’s Renaissance Festival – Carver, MA
KING RICHARD’S FAIRE INVITES YOU TO ESCAPE REALITY, COME TO THE FAIRE! Dates: King Richard’s Faire, September 1- October 21st, 2012 weekends/Mon. holidays Website: http://www.kingrichardsfaire.net CARVER, Mass. — King Richard’s Faire, New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance Festival, opens its 2012 season on September 1 and runs through October 21, 2012 on weekends and Monday holidays (Labor … 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: 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
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
Lake Placid Pub & Brewery – Lake Placid, NY
Lake Placid Pub & Brewery / 813 Mirror Lake Drive / Lake Placid, NY 12946 / 518-523-3813 On a recent trip to Lake Placid my partner and I found the perfect spot to grab a bite and enjoy a cold beer…..The Lake Placid Pub & Brewery. The Lake Placid Pub & Brewery’s slogan is “Real Town. Real … 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
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
505 Tapas Bar & Lounge – Cranston, Rhode Island
505 Tapas Bar & Lounge / 505 Atwood Ave / Cranston, RI 02920 / 401-464-8880 Listen up everybody. I recently discovered a place truly special and I am overflowing with enthusiasm to share this information. 505 Tapas Bar & Lounge located at 505 Atwood Ave in Cranston, RI is Rhode Island’s sexiest, most gay … 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
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
Architect’s Inn – Newport, RI
Architect’s Inn / 2 Sunnyside Place / Newport, RI 02840 / 401-845-2547 The first word that came to mind when I saw Architect’s Inn was exquisite. 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
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac – Quebec, Canada
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac / 1 rue des Carrières /Québec, Canada / 1-866-540-4460 This past December my partner and I had the pleasure of reviewing Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. It has always been a dream of mine to experience this opulent hotel, so I was truly grateful for the opportunity. Wide eyed and jaw … Continue reading
The Heaven Club & Spa – Gay Resort – Mauritius Island – Indian Ocean!
HEAVEN GAY CLUB , MAURITIUS ISLAND – INDIAN OCEAN http://www.heavenclubspa.com 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
Chatham Bars Inn – Chatham, Cape Cod, MA
Chatham Bars Inn / 297 Shore Road / Chatham, Cape Cod, MA 02633 / 1-800-527-4884 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 The Airport Grille is a hidden gem if ever there was one. Located at the small New Bedford, MA airport, this intimate, upscale restaurant is a personal favorite of mine. This attractive, big city styled 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 I 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
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
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Tail O’ The Pup BBQ – Ray Brook, NY (Lake Placid / Saranac Lake)
TAIL O’THE PUP SMOKEHOUSE BBQ/ 1152 Rte. 86 / Ray Brook, NY 12977 / 1-(518)-891-0777 I love kitsch. I love BBQ. I love live music. I love roadside attractions AND I love the Adirondacks. Put those things together and you have Tail O’The Pup Smokehouse in Ray Brook, NY (half way between Saranac Lake and Lake … Continue reading
Green Land Cafe – Salem, MA
Green Land Café / 87 Washington Street / Salem, MA 01970 / 1-978-744-7766 Green Land Café located in the heart of Historic Salem, MA prides itself on its dedication to sustainability which can be seen as soon as you walk through its doors. The charm and character of this place does the “Go Green” thing … Continue reading
Not Your Average Joe’s – Seekonk, MA
Not Your Average Joe’s / 1125 Fall River Avenue / Seekonk, MA / 1-508-343-5637 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. 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 Rising is a radically new idea in theatrical entertainment. It’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. It’s a full evening out – the show takes place in a … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: L’ Hotel du Capitole – Quebec City, Canada
L’Hôtel du Capitole / 972, rue Saint-Jean / Québec (Québec) G1R 1R5 / 1-800-363-4040 Quebec City is truly…..special. There is something magical about being in a city, in a different country, whose primary language is French. There is something even more magical about being in such a place during winter. Yes, Quebec City is bone … Continue reading
Gay Travel Information: The Global Scavenger Hunt 2012
Wanted: The World’s Greatest Travelers It will begin at our opening Bon Voyage Party on Thursday evening, April 12th, 2012, at a top secret North American destination. 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 HOTEL DOWNTOWN 21 07 2011 The brand new and very hip Dream Hotel Downtown 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
