LATEST GAY TRAVEL POSTS >

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  Amsterdam Bear Community: Bear Bars, Clubs, and Events for Gay Bears Traveling

  AMSTERDAM: Explore Amsterdam’s bear community with this 2026 guide to the best bear bars, events, and Pride weekends. Find where bears, cubs, and chasers meet in the city’s LGBTQ+ nightlife scene.

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  Marriage Equality (“Marriage for All”): History, All Countries & Current Developments 2026

  WORLDWIDE: Marriage equality worldwide: All about its history, countries with marriage for all, key legal milestones, and current developments up to 2026.

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  25 Years of Same-Sex Marriage in the Netherlands: History, Our Wedding & WorldPride 2026 in Amsterdam

  WORLDWIDE: 25 years of same-sex marriage in the Netherlands: our gay Amsterdam wedding, the history of marriage equality, and how WorldPride 2026 celebrates this milestone.

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  Join us on the Pride Cruise 2026! “Bunte Horizonte” on TUI Cruises’ LGBTQ+ Cruise

  GREECE: Have you heard of the Pride Cruise “Bunte Horizonte” on TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff? Route, program, & queer tips: All about the 2026 LGBTQ+ cruise now on our blog!

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  Pride Calendar Germany 2026: A complete CSD list of 180+ Pride Events

  GERMANY: We checked the annual CSD agenda in the German cities and assembled as many CSD and LGBTQ+ Pride events we could find in Germany.

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  Gay Bear Events 2026: Top 10 Bear Weeks & Other Bear Prides Worldwide

  WORLDWIDE: Discover the best gay bear events worldwide in 2025–26. From Bear Weeks to Prides, find dates, tips & destinations for your next LGBTQ+ bear travel adventure.

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  Pride Calendar Netherlands 2026: All LGBTQ+ Events by Dutch Province

  NETHERLANDS: Discover all Dutch Pride events in 2025. This guide lists every confirmed LGBTQ+ Pride date, city, and local highlight, making it your queer travel planner for the Netherlands.

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  Gay Travel Index 2026: The Safest LGBTQ-Friendly Countries in the World

  BERLIN: The annual Gay Travel Index 2026 reveals the safest, most LGBTQ+-friendly countries worldwide, reducing risks for queer travelers.

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  Prefab roof extension in Amsterdam: A different gay couple journey

  AMSTERDAM: A gay couple in Amsterdam is expanding their 49 m² apartment with a roof extension & terrace. Our story, planning process, and lessons learned.

ADVENTURE TRAVEL >

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  Big Bear Lake: A Gay Couple’s Mountain Adventure in Southern California

  CALIFORNIA: LGBTQ+ travel tips for Big Bear Lake with gay-friendly accommodations, hiking recommendations, and queer-friendly experiences for your Southern California road trip.

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  El Calafate in Argentina: A Gay Couple Story of Glacier Ice in Patagonia

  ARGENTINA: Our El Calafate gay travel story: Perito Moreno Glacier, boat tours, flamingos & LGBTQ+ friendly tips for Patagonia’s Tierra de Glaciares.

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  Puerto Madryn: A gay couple story of whales & Welsh culture in Argentina

  ARGENTINA: Explore Puerto Madryn in Argentina: whale watching by boat & at the beach, Welsh culture in Gaiman, LGBTQ+ life, tips & safe hotels.

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  Iguazú Falls Argentina & Brazil: A Gay Couple’s Rainbow & Moonbow Story

  ARGENTINA: Explore Iguazú Falls in Argentina as a gay couple: The Gran Aventura, moonlight tour & Brazil side tips for LGBTQ+ travelers.

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  A Gay Couple’s Camper Road Trip to the Scottish Highlands | Part 1

  SCOTLAND: We’re taking you on our 12-day camper van road trip around the Scottish Highlands in the far north of the UK. From Edinburgh to Glencoe, the Isle of Skye and back to Glasgow.

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  Road trip across the Florida Keys to Key West | A Gay Couple on the road

  USA: On our road trip from Miami via the Florida Keys to Key West, we as a gay couple of men took a closer look at the LGBTQ+ friendly destination of the USA.

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  Medellín: The Revitalized & Reborn Colombian City of Eternal Spring

  COLOMBIA: From the most dangerous city in the world to a gay-friendly destination – in one generation! Art and culture, cable cars, and self-sustaining neighborhoods.

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  Malta – Our trip to Europe’s LGBTQ+ Paradise in the Mediterranean Sea

  MALTA: On our road trip from Miami via the Florida Keys to Key West, we as a gay couple of men took a closer look at the LGBTQ+ friendly destination of the USA.

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  Adventure Switzerland: From Bern to the Matterhorn & on to Interlaken

  SWITZERLAND: LGBTQ+ and Gay-friendly Switzerland Summer Trip: Our vacation in Bern, and Zermatt ( the Matterhorn) in Interlaken with Pink Alpine.

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  Safari Adventures at Etosha National Park in Namibia

  NAMIBIA: Etosha is located in the Northern part of Namibia. Etosha National Park itself is continuously under protection for poachers and other animal threatening to guarantee a healthy and balanced environment for the animals and vegetation.

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  13 Road Trip Highlights of the US-American South West

  USA: Our road trip around California, Utah, Arizona, and Nevada. Gran Canyon, Zion National Park, Yosemite, San Francisco and LA – join us on our trip to the land of opportunity.

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  Gay Peru Adventure – llamas, Machu Picchu and a Rainbow Flag

  PERU: For us, our Peru adventure meant learning more about the history of this South American country, which goes back much further than ‘just’ to the glorious Incas.

HOTEL REVIEWS >

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  7 Gay-Friendly Hotels in Greater Palm Springs We Personally Stayed At

  CALIFORNIA: Looking for gay-friendly hotels in Greater Palm Springs? Our 7 tips for LGBTQ+ welcoming resorts & boutique hotels in Greater Palm Springs.

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  Trixie Motel in Palm Springs: Our Gay Couple Stay in the Yeehaw Cowgirl Suite | Review

  CALIFORNIA: What is it like to stay at the famous Trixie Motel in Palm Springs? Our honest review of the Cowboy Suite during Palm Springs Leather Pride.

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  Pioneertown in Southern California: Our Gay Couple Stay at the Historic Pioneertown Motel

  CALIFORNIA: Pioneertown in Southern California near Joshua Tree: Our gay-friendly stay at the historic Pioneertown Motel, exploring the famous Old West movie town.

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  Descanso Resort Palm Springs: a gay men clothing-optional escape | Review

  PALM SPRINGS: Our review of Descanso Resort Palm Springs: a gay men-only, clothing-optional escape with poolside breakfast, mid-century rooms & spa vibes.

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  Santiago Resort Palm Springs – Clothing-Optional Gay Hotel | Review

  PALM SPRINGS: Our gay couple review of Santiago Resort Palm Springs: a relaxed, clothing-optional men-only hotel with large pool, garden fire pit & mountain views.

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  El Dorado Oasis in Yucca Valley – Our Gay Couple Desert Escape

  CALIFORNIA: Our gay-friendly stay at queer-owned El Dorado Oasis in Yucca Valley with tips for the LGBTQ+ High Desert community & Joshua Tree Park.

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  The 14 Best Gay Men Only Hotels in Maspalomas – Gran Canaria

  GRAN CANARIA: Gaycation in Maspalomas with the 14 best gay men only hotels in Gran Canaria, from clothing-optional resorts to cruising-friendly bungalows.

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  Klaus K Hotel Helsinki with Tom of Finland | Review

  FINLAND: Before we start with our review of the gay-friendly Klaus K Hotel in Helsinki, we want to warn you, it is going to be a very sexy gay-friendly hotel article.

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  Nakagin Capsule Tower: Sleeping in Historic Organic Architecture in Tokyo

  JAPAN: We used a unique and rare Airbnb offer to stay in an architectural icon, the world-famous Nakagin Capsule Tower, designed by the architect Kisho Kurokawa.

QUEER STORIES WORLDWIDE >

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  Marriage Equality (“Marriage for All”): History, All Countries & Current Developments 2026

  WORLDWIDE: Marriage equality worldwide: All about its history, countries with marriage for all, key legal milestones, and current developments up to 2026.

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  25 Years of Same-Sex Marriage in the Netherlands: History, Our Wedding & WorldPride 2026 in Amsterdam

  WORLDWIDE: 25 years of same-sex marriage in the Netherlands: our gay Amsterdam wedding, the history of marriage equality, and how WorldPride 2026 celebrates this milestone.

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  Best Queer Movies 2026: Top 10 at Roze Filmdagen Amsterdam

  AMSTERDAM: Best queer movies of 2026 at Roze Filmdagen in Amsterdam: Our Top 10 picks, with trailers, directors, runtimes, and festival context.

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  Best Lesbian Movies 2026: Top 10 Picks for Roze Filmdagen Amsterdam

  AMSTERDAM: Discover the best lesbian movies of 2026: our Top 10 picks for Roze Filmdagen Amsterdam, with trailers and festival planning tips.

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  Best Gay Movies 2026: Top 15 Picks for Roze Filmdagen Amsterdam

  AMSTERDAM: Top 15 Gay Movies: Unsere Highlight-Liste der besten schwulen Filme 2026″ für das LGBTQ+ Filmfestival Roze Filmdagen in Amsterdam 2026.

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  Gay beaches in Europe 2026: Our 21 best list for LGBTQ+ travelers

  EUROPE: Discover 21 real gay and nude beaches in Europe. From Sitges to Zandvoort, plan your queer beach escape with stories, tips, and travel insights.

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  The 10 best gay saunas in Germany by state: From Berlin to Bavaria

  GERMANY: Discover the best gay saunas in Germany, sorted by state. Explore top spots in Berlin, Dresden, Leipzig & more. With tips, maps & real experiences.

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  Gay Cruising Tips 2026: A Practical, Safe & Respectful Guide for Men Who Love Men

  WORLDWIDE: Explore our gay cruising tips: Safety, legal advice, etiquette, apps & gear for men who love men. Stay sexy & confident, wherever you cruise.

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  Our Top 10 Queer Movies at Roze Filmdagen 2025 in Amsterdam

  AMSTERDAM: Explore the top 10 queer movies of 2025 at Roze Filmdagen Amsterdam. Dive into diverse narratives and engage in rich cultural discussions in cinematic celebration.

LGBTQ+ Rights around the World >

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  LGBTQ+ rights in Moldova: systemic hate, youth resistance & legal shifts

  MOLDOVA: How safe and enjoyable is the life of the LGBTQ+ community in the Eastern European country? Sarah attended an online event organized to answer these questions…

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  LGBTQ+ in Ukraine 2026: visibility, legal fights & queer resilience

  UKRAINE: Sarah learned about the situation of the LGBTQ+ community in the Eastern European country at an online event organized specifically for activists and journalists.

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  Gay in Laos: The LGBTQ+ Community between Tolerance & Acceptance

  LAOS: The Democratic People’s Republic of Laos also called Laos for short, has the reputation of being one of the most tolerant communist countries for the LGBTQ+ community.

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  Rejection & Violence: LGBTQ+ in Cambodia

  CAMBODIA: Additionally to the two genders, male and female, Cambodia’s national language Khmer also knows the third gender kteuy, describing a person who has the physical characteristics of one gender but the behavior of the other.

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  Gay in Vietnam: Is the country turning into an ‘LGBTQ+ paradise’?

  VIETNAM: Homosexuality was still described as a social evil by a national television broadcaster in 2002, comparable to prostitution and illegal gambling. Over the past years, the situation for the LGBT community in Vietnam has improved.

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  LGBTQ+ in Myanmar – A sin from a former life?

  MYANMAR: …or Burma, still one of the most conservative countries in Southeast Asia, is also the country where life is anything but easy for LGBTQ+ people

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  “The problem is not only the law, but Lebanese society”

  LEBANON: The country has a reputation in the Middle East for being the most liberal of all countries when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community in general.

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  Being Gay in Russia under the ban on homosexual propaganda

  RUSSIA: A kiss and a murder. This is how recent events in Russia can be summarized in the LGBTQ+ community. Renowned LGBTQ+ activist Yelena Grigoriyeva was found dead in St. Petersburg in mid-July, with several stab wounds in the chest and signs of strangulation.

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  Gay in Georgia: “If you are Georgian, you need to be a straight man. “

  GEORGIA: Although homosexuality has been legal in Georgia since 2000, it is taboo in large parts of the country with far-reaching consequences for lesbians, gays, and queer people in the country.