A wise woman once said, “If anyone tells you it’s too early for wine… unfriend them. You don’t need that kind of negativity in your life!” We couldn’t agree more, and thankfully, at Gay Wine Weekend from July 17-19, it’s never too early for a glass of the fine stuff.

To celebrate their 15th anniversary, they’re heading back to where it all started, Sonoma Valley in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country. Reserve your space for what’s all set to be a fun-filled, wine-fueled weekend of epicurean delights for the LGBTQ+ community. You’ll sip your way through world-class tastings and tours at Sonoma’s most celebrated wineries, feast on fabulous farm-to-table dinners, and raise your paddle (and your glass) at a drag brunch meets wine auction. Then get tipsy at the signature event of the week, the twilight T-party before finishing with one last splash at the sun-drenched closing pool party soirée. Those staying through Sunday night will also see talented singer/spoken word artist Mary Lambert post-pool party.

Gay Wine Weekend is a three-day love letter to the good stuff, so grab yourself a glass—or a bottle—and book your place now.

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Summer in Provincetown isn’t just a season — it’s a continuous LGBTQ+ celebration, with themed weeks, parades, and signature events unfolding from May through September. Days drift between sun-washed shores and the Cape’s wild dunes; nights thrum with drag shows, costume parties, and waterfront revelry under warm Atlantic skies. 

It kicks off with Memday in May, gathering women and nonbinary travelers for beach meetups, live music, and sunset socials. June’s FROLIC Weekend centers queer men of color with a mammoth six-day fête. July brings Bear Week — one of the world’s biggest hirsute happenings — when bears, cubs, and admirers pack beaches, pool parties, and late-night dance floors. Family Week follows, welcoming LGBTQ+ parents and kids to inclusive town-wide fun. August’s Carnival crowns the season: costumes, performances, and a dazzling Commercial Street parade that turns Provincetown into an open-air queer fantasia. Come October, TransWeek closes the arc for a fun-filled celebration of the trans community. 

Two Bad Tourists have been — and can vouch: during festival season, the whole town becomes one joyous seaside party you simply have to experience yourself one day.

Cruise, cruise, another cruise—no sleep! Two Bad Tourists are serving up five Virgin Voyages cruises in 2026, and we’re thrilled to unveil our brand-new Moroccan Marvels & Mediterranean Wonders cruise—just as fabulous as it sounds.

This 10-night adventure, July 26 - August 5, 2026, takes us from Barcelona, Spain, all the way to Portsmouth, UK. First stop: Tangier, a vibrant port city on the northern tip of Africa where cultures mix and converge. Next, we head to one of our favorite European capitals—Lisbon, Portugal, bursting with color and charm. From there, we’ll swing back to Spain and dock in La Coruña on the lush, green northern coast (you’ll swear you’re not in Spain!). Then it’s on to the port nearest Bilbao, home to world-class Basque cuisine and the iconic Guggenheim Museum. Our final call is Bordeaux, France—the wine capital of the world, because everything’s better with a bottle… or three.

As always, you’ll enjoy our group perks: shared dinners, onshore excursions, cocktail parties, and—best of all—instant friends.

LAST CHANCE! Bookings close April 30. Secure your spot now to guarantee participation.

Diversity is the spice of the seas when it comes to LGBTQIA+ cruises, and Rainbow Cruise: The Next Chapter – A Future of Unity is all set to be the colorfully diverse ship to hit the waters in 2027.

What’s more, the charismatic duo—and our good friends—the Nomadic Boys are hopping aboard to share in five nights of fun, frolics, and floating fabulousness. Join them from September 28 - October 3, 2027, for a round trip from Palma de Mallorca with ports in sunny Palermo (Sicily) and Cagliari (Sardinia).

Alongside an eclectic range of shared activities aboard, you can expect A-tier entertainment from a diverse cast of LGBTQIA+ icons, including Eurovision winner Conchita Wurst, Germany’s favorite lesbian pop star Lucy Diakovska, and drag powerhouses Miss Ivanka T, Katy Bähm, and Pam Pengco. What’s a cruise without spicy themed parties? Rainbow Cruise’s are set to be the kind that’ll keep you up way past bedtime—KitKatClub’s infamous Piep Show, to name but one. Where the Nomadic Boys go, fun often follows, so book now and be part of what’s set to be one of the most diverse and fun cruises of 2027.

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. 

ACT FAST!

Book by April 30 to guarantee your visit to the Alhambra, one of Spain’s most iconic sites. Tickets are likely to sell out.

The Capital of Kink is, unsurprisingly, one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly capital cities in Europe—and certainly the edgiest. Berlin is counterculture to its core and serves as a haven for artists and independent thinkers. Evidence of this is everywhere, from its distinctive street art and gritty neighborhoods—still bearing remnants of the East German GDR era—to hip and trendy districts like Kreuzberg and Schöneberg. So, whether you're exploring vast museums or raving in warehouse basements, the Berlin experience never fails to leave an impression… or trigger an existential crisis.