VIVA Cruises are the crème de la crème of river cruises, and we can personally vouch for that after sailing with them twice. From July 29 to August 5, 2026, they’re cruising into Amsterdam WorldPride with style, substance, and sass on their VIVA LGBTQ+ & Friends Cruise.

You’ll sail from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam before making a dramatic canal entrance into Amsterdam for a two-night stay right in the middle of the Pride action. Amsterdam’s Canal Parade is practically a gay rite of passage, and this WorldPride edition promises to be the biggest yet, so get yourself a front-row seat.

Afterward, enjoy some post-Pride TLC in Antwerp and Nijmegen before returning to Düsseldorf. On board, expect a thoroughly LGBTQ+ entertainment program with drag shows, singers, dancers, DJ sets, comedy, music bingo, Diversity & Inclusion talks, and afternoon tea with live piano. Performers include Hoax Le Beau, Sederginne, Abby OMG!, Ma’Ma Queen, The Countess, and more.

Book by June 30, 2026, for a cabin upgrade or reduced single supplement, plus €50 onboard credit per person and plenty of fabulous memories.

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“De Madrid al Cielo” (“From Madrid to Heaven”), as the locals say—a bold claim that places Madrid second only to Heaven itself. Come decide for yourself by joining us for seven unforgettable days in Spain, September 17–23, 2026, as we explore Madrid, Toledo, and Segovia.

Over five days in Madrid, we’ll immerse you in Spanish history, art, and culture, with visits to the city’s most heavenly sites, including the Reina Sofía Museum, home to Picasso’s iconic Guernica. You’ll savor delicious tapas on a guided tasting tour, experience the spicy energy of a Spanish drag performance, and dive into the nightlife of Madrid’s local gayborhood.

Beyond the capital, we’ll whisk you away on two day trips to the historic cities of Toledo and Segovia, where you’ll discover ancient cathedrals, medieval streets, and culinary traditions that have withstood the test of time—more on that below! Come explore our home and discover whether Heaven is truly a place on Earth… and whether that place is Madrid.

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Limited-time offers extended. Must book by June 30.

Food tours are the shortcut to that path, introducing you to the local cuisine of any new destination that your feet—and stomach—might take you to. Having a local guide at the helm of your experience steers you clear of all those deceptive tourist traps and tacky restaurants peddling cheap imitations of local dishes.

Furthermore, LGBTQ+ friendly food tours also connect us with local queer guides, support gay-owned eateries, and often come with a side of local LGBTQ+ history that a “regular” guide might not take the time to elaborate on.
These are our top servings of LGBTQ+ food tours to book when embarking on your queer foodie travel around the world, which prove without a doubt that the fastest way to any destination’s heart is through its stomach.

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 OFFER!

Book a Sea Terrace cabin and save $200, plus get $250 in free onboard credit. That’s just $3,015 per person. Only 1 cabin available at this rate, first-come, first-served.

We’ll only be running one Virgin Voyages gay group cruise next year. So if you can’t make our May 2027 trip, this is your last chance before 2028.