From Athens to Barcelona with Love!

Our philosophy is that on a cruise, both the destination and the journey should matter. Nowhere is that more true than on our 7 Days in Greece, Italy & Spain cruise with Virgin Voyages. You’ll visit some of our favorite places in Europe while getting the VIP treatment as part of our gay group—with group dinners, cutting-edge entertainment, shore excursions, themed parties, and more.

Join us October 4-11, 2026, as we sail out from the birthplace of democracy itself, Athens, heading straight to the legendary gay hotspot of Mykonos, where iconic windmills and cobblestone streets overlook nonstop beach parties. Next, we’ll dip into Catania, the sultry heart of Sicily, before cruising up the jaw-dropping Amalfi Coast to sunny Salerno. And because no Italian adventure is complete without a touch of history, we’ll stop in Civitavecchia, your gateway to the eternal city of Rome, before finally arriving in our home country of Spain, with a grand finale in Barcelona.

SPECIAL OFFERS!

1. For solo travelers: join for just $2,240 for a private cabin. Only 4 cabins are available at this rate.

2. For couples & friends: book early and save 10% on Sea Terrace cabins. That’s just $1,787 per person. Rate is locked and is exclusive to our group. This price is currently $1,100 lower than the public price available on the Virgin Voyages website.

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5 Reasons Why You Should Join Our Gay Group Trip to Barcelona

It all started back in 2018 when we began hosting our own gay sailing trip each summer. Our first hosted trip was in Croatia, and the following year we sailed the Greek Islands. Since then, we have hosted over 300 guests on some amazing summer adventures—including more sailing trips, cruises around the world, and tours of our home country of Spain. We've enjoyed getting to know readers of our blog and our social media followers, as we all share the same passion.

In 2022 and 2023, we hosted our first land tours in Spain, where we explored Barcelona and Sitges with 30+ guests. These trips were such a success that we decided to repeat them every year. Once again, in 2026, we’ll be spending 4 nights in Barcelona followed by 2 nights in Sitges, one of our favorite gay vacation spots.

Spain is an amazing destination, and it's one of the most progressive places in the world for the LGBTQ+ community. Check out these top 5 reasons why you just might want to join us.

Getting to the Bottom of It: A Complete Beginner’s Guide to Bottoming for Gay Men

Top, bottom, or versatile: it’s a question you’ve no doubt been asked just a few times in your gay life… most frequently as an opening gambit from guys on dating apps. Gay men get straight to the point when it comes to discussing sex. But for a group that loves to talk so much about sex, there’s a surprising lack of discussion and advice out there on the specifics in the form of a bottoming guide. How do you prepare? What are the best positions for comfort? How do you relax the pelvic floor? Which lubricants are best? And how do beginners reduce discomfort?

Flamenco, History, and Heat: Journey Through Southern Spain with Two Bad Tourists

We’ve held tours in Barcelona, Sitges, and Madrid—now it’s time to give Southern Spain a little of the Two Bad Tourists’ love! Join us from November 11-19, 2026, as we head to Andalucía, the birthplace of Flamenco, for our 9 Days in Southern Spain, visiting Seville, Córdoba, and Granada.

We’ll kick things off in our home city of Madrid for two days, including a walking tour with David, a tapas tour with our local Spanish foodie, and a night out in the gayborhood. Then we’ll hop on a high-speed train to Spain’s most “Spanish” city, Seville. We’ll catch a flamenco show, visit the Alcázar and Cathedral, dine in authentically Spanish restaurants, and enjoy a night out in the local LGBTQ+ hub. Córdoba makes for a perfect day trip, filled with architectural highlights like its mosque-cathedral, Jewish Quarter, and iconic Roman Bridge.

Finally, we’ll head to Granada, a fairytale city at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, where we’ll explore its winding streets and end with a tour of the breathtaking Alhambra, the world’s most impressive Moorish palace.

Andalucía is where Spain’s spirit runs deepest. Let us take you into its heart. 

SPECIAL OFFER! Book by January 31 (extended!) and get:

1. For solos: get a private room & pay no single supplements!

2. For couples & friends: Save €100 per person.

Gay Travel Guide to Iceland

Iceland's situation is precarious as it sits on top of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and is slowly being ripped apart. But this geographic placement gives the island its identity and the geothermal phenomena that are so well known throughout the country. Boiling mud baths, perfectly timed geysers, and naturally heated pools can be found across the island, and these attractions are what keep people coming back for more. Tack on things like glacier hiking, whale watching, or seeing the Northern Lights, and it is clear why Iceland is such a natural wonder. Heck, being gay-friendly is just the proverbial icing on the cake!