Two Bad Tourists Back to Spain, Italy and France in Our June 2026 Cruise

We’ve had three amazing years cruising the Mediterranean with our partners in crime, Virgin Voyages—so in 2026, we’re thrilled to invite you back once more for our 7 Days in Spain, France & Italy Cruise!

From June 21-28, 2026, we’ll form our own little gay family aboard the Scarlet Lady, visiting three countries in seven days. This time, we’re sailing straight from our favorite European city, Barcelona, to Civitavecchia—the gateway to Rome. From there, we’ll explore Tuscany for the first time: Italy’s picturesque heartland, famous for its Renaissance charm and stunning Mediterranean beaches. Next up is the glamorous French Riviera city of Cannes, known for its chic vibes and sandy shores. We’ll end with an overnight in Ibiza, complete with our very own bar crawl through Ibiza Old Town. As always, you’ll enjoy our signature group dinners, shore excursions, cocktail hours, and Virgin Voyages’ top-tier entertainment, themed parties, and more!

SPECIAL OFFER!

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

2. For couples & friends: book a Sea Terrace cabin by Feb 28 and save 10%. That’s $465 in savings and works out to just $2,288 per person (double occupancy).

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Sun, Fun & Get Some this Spring in Miami

Spring is coming—and Miami is more than ready for it. There’s never been a better time to plan a gaycation to Miami because Rainbow Spring is officially back: an exciting series of LGBTQ+ events running from March through June, building up to a Pride Month climax.

In our latest blog post Sun, Fun & Get Some: Your Ultimate LGBTQ+ Spring Travel Guide to Miami (2026 Edition), we look at not only all the upcoming Rainbow Spring events in Miami, but also help you plan your itinerary for your visit to Vice City, including advice on the best gay-friendly hotels, LGBTQ+-owned restaurants, gay bars, pool parties, beach hotspots, nightlife events and more. So pack your bags for Miami, because you’ve pulled!

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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.

LAST CHANCE! Bookings close on February 15. Reserve your spot today!

Win a Free Boutique Cruise in the Seychelles, Greece, or Italy and Malta!

Variety Cruises is the undisputed master of boutique, small ship cruises. With over 76 years of experience running enriching 7-day adventures around the world, their cruises go deeper than your average cruise — both in terms of their ‘Itineraries with Insight’ philosophy and quite literally, because their ships are just the right size to squeeze into all those coves while still being big enough to provide that cruise ship feeling. Whether you are sunning yourself in the Seychelles or exploring ancient ruins in Greece, you are guaranteed to build meaningful connections on your adventures.

But don’t just take our word for it. Enter our giveaway and win the chance to experience a Variety Cruise for yourself! All you need to do is sign up for our newsletter, and you’ll enter a drawing to win a complimentary cruise. The lucky winners will set sail around either the Seychelles, Greece, or Italy and Malta on their cruise of choice. Don’t wait and experience cruising with insight for FREE. 

WorldPride 2028 in Cape Town & Luxury LGBTQ+ Travel in Africa

We chat with Danni Ponter, Co-Founder and Senior Travel Expert at Sikeleli Travel & Expeditions, about luxury LGBTQ+ travel in Africa with a special spotlight on WorldPride 2028 in Cape Town. Danni shares how Sikeleli creates white-glove, tailor-made journeys across Africa, Asia & Europe, what makes Cape Town one of the world’s most exciting queer travel destinations, and how their team designs Pride experiences that go far beyond the parade. We also talk about safety for LGBTQ+ travelers, conservation-minded tourism, and what guests can expect from a truly personalized adventure. Plus, fun facts about Africa, travel stories, and insider tips for anyone dreaming of their next adventure.

Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoy this episode, please like the post or leave a comment and let us know what LGBTQ+ travel destinations or tips you want to hear more about.

Gay Travel Guide to Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is Mexico's San Francisco for the gays! Once a humble Mexican fishing village, it harbored bigger ambitions—and after serving as the backdrop for several Hollywood films— it gradually grew to become the famous tourist hotspot and “gaytopia” it is today.

The romance within the Zona Romántica district is mostly of the same-sex variety, as it is filled with gay clubs, cocktail bars, gay hotels, and even a gay hostel. Puerto Vallarta’s gay beach, Playa Los Muertos, doesn’t hide away in a cove but sits right in front of the city and is one of Mexico’s most famous beaches, boasting trendy beach bars, beautiful seas, and even more beautiful men. This guide will help you throw yourself right into the action because, in Puerto Vallarta, that's exactly where you want to be.