Queer Tales and Trails with Oscar Wilde Tours

History is built upon the backs of LGBTQ+ folk, whether they were the ruling emperors and queens of their time or the underdog heroes and artists struggling to make their mark in a harsh world. Yet, this LGBTQ+ history is mysteriously absent from your standard history tour. Enter Oscar Wilde Tours, which believes in bringing to life history’s most fascinating queer stories while offering high-quality luxury tours around the world.

Choose from a wealth of experiences: Explore the streets, palaces, and museums of Paris, traverse the unique cities of Italy, or delve into the queerer side of mythology on an island-hopping odyssey in Greece. Oscar Wilde Tours is especially excited to launch its brand-new Nordic Countries Tour, visiting Copenhagen, Stockholm, and Helsinki, where you’ll walk in the footsteps of queer icons such as Hans Christian Andersen, Lili Elbe (better known as “The Danish Girl”), Queen Christina, Greta Garbo, and everyone’s favorite kink-loving artist, Tom of Finland!

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Making Waves with Friendships Old and New

Feeling lonely this Valentine’s Day? Well, who needs Cupid when you’ve got cocktails, sunshine, and quality people by your side? Just like Cupid, we love bringing people together, and our summer Mediterranean cruise from June 22–29, 2025, is all set to do just that. We welcome duos, trios, and groups, with double occupancy cabins on offer should you want to bring a friend, but a large portion of our guests are also solo travelers—and they never stay alone for long. As part of our group, you’ll enjoy cocktail parties, shared dinners, onshore excursions, and group outings to all the events on the ship—so you’re guaranteed to craft friendships through shared experiences or strengthen the ones you already have. 

Love can move mountains, but it can also make waves. So, treat yourself to some self-love this Valentine’s Day with a little help from your friends. 

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What is a Gay Cruise to Antarctica Like?

Antarctica might not be the first destination that comes to mind for a gay holiday. It’s not Fire Island or Mykonos – there are no rainbow flags, no thumping basslines, and certainly no drag queens strutting across glaciers. What Antarctica does offer is an adventure on an epic scale. It’s raw, untouched, and unlike anything else. And let’s face it, the LGBTQ+ community knows how to make any experience extraordinary.

Gay Travel Guide to Orlando

As the Theme Park Capital of the World, Orlando is where you go to unleash your inner child. The Central Florida city houses over eighteen different theme parks, including Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld, and Walt Disney World Resort, which hosts one of our favorite annual gay party, One Magical Weekend. But Orlando isn’t just about theme parks. It’s also a place of great natural beauty. When looking at a map of Orlando, you’d be forgiven for thinking someone had spilled a glass of water on it due to the impressive 100 lakes found within the city limits, with Lake Eola being the most famously photogenic. There are many natural parks within easy reach, perfect for hiking and any manner of outdoor activities to reconnect with Mother Nature. Orlando also has its own attractions like Icon Park and GatorLand. 

Eat Like A Madrileño on Our LGBTQ Tapas Tour

Spanish food is some of the best in the world - just ask a Spanish person, they’ll soon tell you! But why not decide for yourself on our Madrid LGBTQ Tapas Tour. Join our local guide and avid foodie Issac on a tour of Chueca, the beating heart - or should that be grumbling stomach - of Madrid’s LGBTQ+ community. You’ll visit five restaurants, sampling the best tapas and drinking the best wine - while learning all about both what you're putting in your mouth and the eventful LGBTQ+ history of Chueca. Join us in Madrid for some good food and good vibes.