Hotel Indigo – Chicago Downtown Gold Coast

Hotel Indigo Chicago Downtown Gold Coast / 1244 North Dearborn Parkway / Chicago, IL 60610 / 312-416-5807 Gay Travel Information welcome’s our newest advertiser – Hotel Indigo Chicago Downtown Gold Coast.ย  Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with this fabulously whimsical boutique property.ย  You can contact us at Out & About Travel (www.gaytravelpros.com) for … Continue reading

InterContinental Boston – Massachusetts

InterContinental Boston / 510 Atlantic Avenue / Boston, MA 02210 /1-617-217-5190 I recently enjoyed my very first stay at an InterContinental property and I can say it will definitely not be my last. Stepping into InterContinental Boston was like meeting a celebrity. Over the years I have booked many clients at InterContinental properties around the … Continue reading

Gay Travel Information – Four Seasons Hotel Miami

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MIAMI / 1435 BRICKELL AVE / MIAMI, FL 33131 / 1-305-358-3535 Four Seasons Hotel Miami is eloquently hip. It exudes class with a luxurious, modern vibe. Then again, what would you expect from the Four Seasons? My wife Jennifer and I had the pleasure of experiencing this spectacular hotel first hand this … Continue reading

The Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’s – Provincetown, MA

The Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’sย / 102 Bradford Street / Provincetown, MA / 1-508-487-3232 ย  Located at the base of the Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown, MA,ย anย arrivalย at The Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’s 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

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’s Southern Road Trip!

Hello readers!ย  It feels so weird, yet oddly enough, GOOD, to be sitting behind my computer again at work.ย  This past month my wife Jennifer and I were on a media trip of the south reviewing lots of amazing properties, restaurants and attractions that I cannot wait to share with you all!ย  Upcoming reviews include: … 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!ย Morey’s Piers, located in Wildwood, NJ on the infamous Jersey Shore, is a magical, affordable, safe destination worthy of some serious applause!ย  Morey’s Piers is aย true classic seaside amusement parkย and I have fallen hard for … Continue reading

Gay Travel – Loews Atlanta – Atlanta, GA

Loews Atlanta / 1065 Peachtree Street / Atlanta, GA 30309 / 404-745-5000 I have been a fan ofย Loewsย Hotels ever since my first stay atย Loewsย Portofinoย Bay Hotel in Orlando back in 1999.ย  There are many reasons I adoreย Loews,ย including the fact that it is extremelyย Lgbtย friendly, has an amazing pet friendly policy (Loewsย LOVES pets), provide super friendly service, a … 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 – RSVP Vacations 2014 Caribbean Gay Cruise!

NEW! 2014 RSVP CARIBBEAN CRUISE February 15-22, 2014 Aboard the stunning MSC Divinia.ย  Contact Out & About Travel for more information at info@gaytravelpros.com or 1-800-842-4753. Ports of call: Miami-Florida, ย 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 ย  … 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.ย  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!ย  ย  Let’sย start with the stunningly beautiful renovations that completed in 2012.ย  ย  My wife and I were immediatelyย 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)?ย No, this is about … 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 –ย ย  A wide ย balcony and 1 bedroom plus parlor … Continue reading

Congratulations Desiree & Jennifer Sousa-Walsh!

CONGRATULATIONS!ย  Gay Travel Information would like to congratulate author Desiree Sousa-Walsh and her new wife, Jennifer Sousa-Walsh on tying the knot this past December! The couple were marriedย on December 30, 2012 at Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield, MA.ย  Desiree has lots of exciting reviews to share with all of you when she returns from … Continue reading

Gay Travel – Tipsy Toboggan Fireside Pub – Fall River, MA

Tipsy Toboggan Fireside Pubย / 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),ย will make you feel as if you have been transported to a rustic Aprรจs-skiย hangout in some hip ski town. I felt my … Continue reading

Gay Travel – Ale House Inn – Portsmouth, NH

Ale House Inn : 121 Bow Street : Portsmouth, NH : 03801: (603)-431-7760 ย  Walking into The Ale House Inn is likeย being introduced toย 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 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.ย  Not … 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 – 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!ย Morey’s Piers, located in Wildwood, NJ on the infamous Jersey Shore, is a magical, affordable, safe destination worthy of some serious applause!ย  Morey’s Piers is aย true classic seaside amusement parkย and I have fallen hard for … 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

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.ย  For … Continue reading

Gay Travel Information: Cook & Brown Public House – Providence, RI

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

2012 Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks Now on Sale! ย  Aspen * Telluride * Whistler * Park City * Stowe * Lake Tahoe and more! ย  CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION

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

2012 Gay & Lesbian Ski Weeks Now on Sale! ย  Aspen * Telluride * Whistler * Park City * Stowe * Lake Tahoe and more! ย  CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION

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: 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.

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

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

Gay Travel Information: Mediterraneo Caffe – Providence, RI – Gay & Lesbian Hot Spot!

Mediterraneo Caffe / 134 Atwells Ave / Providence, RI 02903 / (401)-331-7760 A Must Visit Whenย in Providence, Rhode Island! When I think of Federal Hill, Providence, RI’sย “Little Italy”ย neighborhood andย the place where I was born, raised & lived for over 30 years, I can’t help but think of Mediterraneo Caffe. ย  Mediterraneo Caffe dominates the beginning … Continue reading

Gay Travel Information: QGuide.com Announces Their “Fly Me Anywhere in the Big Gay World” Campaign

QGuide.com Announces Their “Fly Me Anywhere in the Big Gay World” Campaign. As part of an overall promotion to get more gay & lesbian travelers aware of their new Gay Travel & Social Networking site, the folks at QGuide.com have put together one heck of an incentive for gay & lesbian travelers worldwide to join, … Continue reading

Harbor Village – Hyannis Port, MA – Gay & Lesbian Friendly Cottage Rentals!

Harbor Village – Cape Cod Cottages & Vacation Home Rentals / 160 Marston Avenue / Hyannis Port, MA 02647 / (508)-775-7581 ย  The mid cape is home to a hidden gem. Harbor Village – Hyannis Port, MA. ย  Harbor Village consists of twenty cottages, all with individual charm. Some are country, some are eclectic & … Continue reading

Meeting Street Cafe – Providence, RI – Located Up Gay & Lesbian Friendly College Hill.

Meeting Street Cafe / 220 Meeting Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-273-1066 ย  THE PERFECT PLACE TO MEET – MORNING, NOON or NIGHT! I remember the first time Iย dinedย at Meeting Street Cafe. I was 10 years old, the year was 1986, and I thought I had theย best parents ever for taking me there. I … Continue reading

10 Gay & Lesbian Friendly Getaways from Boston!

GAY & LESBIAN FRIENDLY NEW ENGLAND ย  Auther, Andrew Collins, shareโ€™s his pick on 10 Gay & Lesbian Friendly getaways from Boston. Being from Providence, RI, I couldnโ€™t agreeย more with his picks! CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE Follow Andrewโ€™s Gay & Lesbian Travel page for About.com HERE.

Gay Friendly Curacao โ€“ Travel Packages!

ย  One of the most gay friendly islands in the Caribbean is Curacao. The islandโ€™s motto is โ€œBiba i laga Bibaโ€ which means โ€œLive and Let Live.โ€ ย  Curacao is committed to welcoming all visitors to their island and actively promote themselves to the gay & lesbian community via http://www.gaycuracao.com. ย  ย  Most hotels and … Continue reading

Turks & Caicos Gay Tour for Men: May 7-14, 2011 – SAVE 10%!!

Straight Out Adventures Inc. ย  ย  Straight Out Adventures Inc. is the premier vacation provider for gay men who pursue the world of unique adventures and pampered luxury. Service isย their top priority! Their team is dedicated to your personalized holiday experience. ย  Relax. be entertained, and discover the best that life has to offer. ย Straight … Continue reading

The Ale House Inn – Portsmouth, NH – Gay and Lesbian Friendly!

Ale House Inn : 121 Bow Street : Portsmouth, NH : 03801: (603)-431-7760 ย  ย  Walking into The Ale House Inn is likeย being introduced toย 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 … Continue reading

Turks & Caicos Gay Tour – May 7-14, 2011!

Straight Out Adventures Inc. ย  ย  Straight Out Adventures Inc. is the premier vacation provider for gay men who pursue the world of unique adventures and pampered luxury. Service isย their top priority! Their team is dedicated to your personalized holiday experience. ย  Relax. be entertained, and discover the best that life has to offer. ย Straight … Continue reading

The Hotel Providence – Gay and Lesbian Friendly Rhode Island!

HOTEL PROVIDENCE – 139 Matthewson Street, Providence, RI 02903 / 401-861-8000 At first glance one may drive past Hotel Providence and not realize the grand dame she is. Located on Matthewson Street, in the heart of Providence’s arts & entertainment district, the area surrounding the hotel isn’t as aesthetically pleasing as some of the other … Continue reading

Now On Sale – Atlantis 2012 Allure of the Seas Gay and Lesbian Caribbean Cruise!

Allure of The Seas Caribbean Cruise ย  January 29-February 5, 2012 ย  Atlantis’ Allure of the Seas Caribbean cruise is now on sale the general public. We can’t stress strong enough the importance of booking in advance! The 2011 Allure cruise sold out in record time. Please contact info@gaytravelpros.com for more information/pricing details. Allure is … Continue reading

Spirit Journeys – Gay Travel – Beautiful lands, magical places and amazing people!

A SPIRIT JOURNEY IS A VACATION….AND SO MUCH MORE! ย  Spirit Journeys offers extraordinary gay travel, vacations, tours and retreats at magical destinations all over the world. Whether it be on adventure travel tours or attending a retreat,ย their aim is to offer you a chance to “get away from it all”, to connect with others … Continue reading

Gay Friendly Curacao – Travel Packages!

ย  One of the most gay friendly islands in the Caribbean is Curacao. The island’s motto is “Biba i laga Biba” which means “Live and Let Live.” ย  Curacao is committed to welcoming all visitors to their island and actively promote themselves to the gay & lesbian community via http://www.gaycuracao.com. ย  ย  Most hotels and … Continue reading

Gay and Lesbian Travel: The Options are Limitless!

The beauty of travel is options to see and experience the world are truly limitless. ย ย  Our “average clients” tend to be in their late 20’s to mid 60’s and prefer everything from beach destinations with active nightlife to relaxing at a beach resort offering a luxury spa and fine dining. ย  ย  A sample … Continue reading

RSVP 2012 GAY and LESBIAN CARIBBEAN CRUISE NOW ON SALE!

NOW ON SALE! ย HOLLAND AMERICA’S NIEUW AMSTERDAMย ย  ย FEBRUARY 12-19, 2012ย  ย Join RSVP on their 2012 Eastern Caribbean Cruise aboard Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam setting sail from Fort Lauderdale. ย  Ports of call: Fort Lauderdale, FL; Half Moon Cay-Bahamas; San Juan-Puerto Rico; St. Thomas-Virgin Islands and back to Fort Lauderdale. ย  Priced from $949.00 per person! … Continue reading

Post-Thanksgiving Gay & Lesbian Caribbean Cruise!

Post-Thanksgiving Gay & Lesbian Group Cruise ย  ย  CELEBRITY ECLIPSE November 26โ€“December 3, 2011 ย  It’s never too early to start planning! Join a group of gay men andย women on one of the most popular gay group cruise of the year,ย the 12th annual post-Thanksgiving cruise.ย Cruise organizers areย planning several additional events and activities beyond whatย was offered … Continue reading

Coming soon – Desi’s OUTing’s!

Out & About Travel is beyond thrilled with all the feedback we have been receivingย about our new blog, Gay Travel Information! We look forward to all the exciting features we have planned for the near future! ย  One of theseย features will have me personally reviewing properties throughout the country thatย promote themselves as gay & lesbianย owned … Continue reading

Q & A with Gay & Lesbian Travel Guru, Desiree Sousa!

ย  I was recently asked a series of questions for a project I am workingย  on within the travel industry.ย  ย  1.) How long have you been a gay & lesbian travel specialist? ย  Ever since I started out in travel, back in 1996, I have specialized in gay & lesbian travel. As a lesbian … Continue reading

Atlantis 2012 Allure Of The Seas Caribbean Cruise!

The Atlantis Allure of The Seasย Caribbean Cruise scheduled for January 29-February 5, 2012 will go on sale to alumni starting February 23, 2011! Based on the # of trips you have taken with Atlantis, you may not be eligable to book until March 10, 2011.ย  With that said, Out & About Travel urges you to … Continue reading

Desiree Sousa – My Passion for Gay and Lesbian Travel

ย  PASSIONATE ABOUT TRAVEL! ย  ย  ย  When I was six years old I entered a contest for our local electric company here in Providence, RI. It was called ‘The Lester Lightbulb’ contest.ย Contestents were to write aย poem about conserving energy. This was in 1982. The grand prize winner would win an all expense paid vacation … Continue reading

10 Gay & Lesbian Friendly Getaways from Boston

GAY & LESBIAN FRIENDLY NEW ENGLAND Auther, Andrew Collins, share’s his pick on 10 Gay & Lesbian Friendly getaways from Boston. Being from Providence, RI, I couldn’t agreeย more with his picks! CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE Follow Andrew’s Gay & Lesbian Travel page for About.com HERE.

For The Love Of Food!

ย  I don’t know about you, but to me, one of the best parts of travel is the local food I get to enjoy. (Depasquale Plaza / Federal Hill- Atwells Ave – Providence, RI) ย  Being from a predominately Italian neighborhood in Providence, RIย called Federal Hill, and of Italian decent, I have no shortage of … Continue reading