Roar With Pride: Reserve Your Place at WorldPride 2028 in South Africa

The drumbeat in anticipation of WorldPride in Cape Town can already be heard echoing across the world stage! The most vibrant celebration of queer pride this century has seen is headed to the Mother City in 2028, and spaces are filling faster than a safari sunset slips behind the savanna (how’s that for alliteration).

Step right into the heart of the action with African travel experts Sikeleli Travel’s signature Pride packages and get a $500 discount — on top of exclusive rates, transfers, insider access, and Pride passes — plus earn $300 for each couple or group you refer who completes a booking!

Every package offers its own 5-night accommodation. So choose between an art-filled mansion, a luxury hotel directly in the center, an affordable beach-side resort by the action, or a retreat in a tranquil suburb surrounded by iconic mountain landscapes. Each comes with bespoke African-inspired experiences ranging from Winelands tours to wet-and-wild rafting adventures.

Book your spot now with Sikeleli Travel and dance to the beat of your own drum at WorldPride 2028!

SPONSORED BY SIKELELI TRAVEL

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Transform Inspiration into Art at Glainne Retreat Andalucía

Chasing your creative muse around the proverbial garden lately? Banging your head against writer’s block? Unable to put thought into form on paper, pot, or picture? Then come find your inspiration at Glainne Retreat Andalucía from January 11–17, 2026, where thirty budding gay artists will gather in  a gorgeous Moorish palace in the mountains of southern Spain for a week of workshops, classes, and activities designed to inspire.

There’ll be ceramics sessions, writing classes, dance-based practice, collaborative art, engaging conversations, masked balls and Spanish cultural activities to add a little spice to the itinerary. Each led by seven creative powerhouses — Paul Burston, Jonathan D. Katz, Alim Kheraj, Fernando López, Roberto Lugo, David McAlmont, and Colin Seymour (Drag Race’s Crystal). Accommodation, meals, workshops, materials, and performances are all included, and the event is open to all gay men and allies seeking art, reflection, and connection — whether you come solo or with a partner.

Cast a wider net with a little help from kindred spirits, and come catch that ever-elusive muse at Glainne Retreat Andalucía.

SPONSORED BY GLAINNE RETREAT ANDALUCIA

All Aboard the Love Boat: Connect with the Big Gay Cruise Community

Connection. We all want it. Putting yourself out there to find it, however, can feel like a big deal - especially for us LGBTQ+ folk.

Big Gay Cruise is your answer. More than just a cruise, it’s a magnetically charged floating community, always open to new members. And, just like you, everyone aboard is seeking real, meaningful connections, as well as to have some good old-fashioned fun! Take your place among them from February 8-14, 2026, as the fabulous Allure of the Seas sets sail from Fort Lauderdale for a week-long romp around the Caribbean and Mexico - with stops in Nassau, Puerto Costa Maya, and Cozumel. 

Every port brings its own activities, and beach parties, but it’s onboard with the true gay magic happens - with forty hours of entertainment to dive into. There’ll be themed parties with the hottest LGBTQ+ DJs, the sassiest comedians, and drag queens serving cheek, nerve, gall, audacity, and gumption from port to port. Throw into the mix themed nightclub events, concerts, bingo, singles’ nights, karaoke, rainbow cocktail hours, and even a live performance of Mamma Mia, and you’re assured to always be the protagonist in your own BGC adventure. 

They say no person is an island. They may well, however, be a cruise. So come, cruise and connect with 550+ already booked guests on Big Gay Cruise’s February 2026 departure.

Just announced: Join BGC for their first 8-night Eastern Caribbean Group Cruise on Sep 18, 2026, on Adventure of the Seas from Port Canaveral, FL!

SPONSORED BY BIG GAY CRUISE

Want to Reach a Million LGBT+ Travelers — For Half the Price?

Do you run a business—travel-focused or otherwise—and want to reach the LGBT+ community? Looking to boost visibility, increase sales, or expand your reach within the LGBT+ market? This Black Friday, we're making it easier than ever to promote your product, service, or destination to our highly engaged audience of LGBT+ travelers.

Two Bad Tourists has been connecting brands with the LGBT+ travel audience since 2012. Today, we reach nearly one million travelers every year across our website, newsletter, podcast, and social media channels, and generate over 5 million ad impressions.

For a limited time, we're offering 50% off our most popular advertising packages—a perfect opportunity to secure premium exposure at an unbeatable rate. Whether you're a small business or a major organization, we’ll help you craft and execute a high-impact campaign and handle all the heavy lifting for you.

But don’t wait—this Black Friday offer is only available if you book before December 5th. Contact us today to lock in your discount and learn how we can help grow your reach.

Italian Vistas, Spanish Sunsets and French Kisses on the Mediterranean

Spain, France, and Italy! Now that’s a threesome we can get into. And that’s exactly what you’ll get on our upcoming 7 Days in Spain, France & Italy Cruise, happening June 21–28, 2026. We’ve been teaming up with Virgin Voyages for the last three years on cruises around the Mediterranean, and this year we're set to top ourselves—quite the feat. This time, we’ll be sailing straight from Barcelona to Civitavecchia—the gateway to Rome—then on to Italy’s scenic Tuscany for the first time ever, before revisiting the glamorous French Riviera city of Cannes. Finally, we’ll wrap things up with an overnighter in Ibiza, a gorgeous Spanish island known for its beaches and spicy nightlife. 

In our gay group, you’ll be treated to group dinners, shore excursions, and our fabulous company at all of the onboard shows and themed parties. So pack your bags—you’ve pulled!

SPECIAL OFFER!

1. For solo travelers: join for just $2,065 for a private cabin. Just 3 cabins left.

2. For couples & friends: Book a Sea Terrace cabin by December 4 and get a free $150 Bar Tab plus save 10%. That’s just $2,288 per person. Terms apply.

Our Top 10 Things to Do in Gay Friendly Barcelona

Well-established on the LGBTQ+ travel map, it's likely either you or someone you know has raved about this seaside Mediterranean city. And for good reason—Barcelona boasts a cosmopolitan and welcoming environment for all types of travelers from every corner of the globe. Barcelona is one of those cities that has so much to offer, you can never see it all.

Though busy, the summer months are a great time to visit because of epic LGBTQ+ events like Pride in July and the famous Circuit Festival in August. Even if you don't plan your trip around one of these gay events, you can find plenty of gay places to go and things to do when spending a day in Barcelona.