Amsterdam Pride is already legendary, especially for its iconic canal parade. Now imagine how epic WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 is going to be! Better yet, imagine making your grand entrance as part of an all-inclusive LGBTQ+ & Friends river cruise with VIVA Cruises. Having traveled with VIVA Cruises ourselves, we can confidently say there’s no better way to combine sightseeing, community and celebration.

From July 29 - August 5, 2026, you’ll set off from Düsseldorf, just 30 minutes north of Germany’s unofficial gay capital, Cologne, and only 90 minutes from Frankfurt Airport. Cruise on to modern Rotterdam before arriving in Amsterdam for two nights in the heart of the Pride action, including the world-famous Canal Parade. When the dust and glitter settle, continue on to elegant Antwerp and the storybook Dutch charm of Nijmegen.

Aboard your fine diva of a vessel, enjoy singing, comedy, dancers and a drag show extravaganza, because there is nothing in life that isn’t made better by drag queens. Expect live DJ sets, bingo, themed parties and performances by international LGBTQ+ artists and entertainers.

WorldPride Amsterdam is going to be epic. Based on our experience sailing with VIVA Cruises, this is one celebration we’d happily recommend. Make yours even more memorable with VIVA Cruises.

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Enter for a chance to win a Pride Flya-gay to Ladyland Festival in NYC – including two VIP passes, accommodations at Arlo Williamsburg, and $600 travel credit!

This June, Brooklyn's beloved queer music festival returns with 3 stages, 20 artists, 1 big celebration Under the K Bridge on Pride weekend! The stacked lineup includes Kim Petras, Romy (DJ Set), CupcakKe, DJ Gigola, and many more LGBTQ+ artists and allies. Ladyland exists as a fully-realized alternate universe where music, art, and identity converge in Brooklyn's industrial landscape. Join the inclusive celebration where everyone belongs. Happy Pride!

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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.

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Book by June 10, when the special offers expire. Plus, 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.

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With over 15 million members worldwide, Jack’d is truly inclusive in a way many gay dating apps aren’t. It goes the extra mile by emphasizing diverse representation and visibility, making it especially welcoming to Black, Latino, Asian, and other minority users. It gives you all the tools you need for love, lust, or connection, including profile photos, private albums, filters, and mutual “match” options. Messaging, video chat, and identity customization help you tailor your experience exactly how you want.

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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.

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

ACT FAST! Book ASAP to guarantee your visit to the Alhambra, one of Spain’s most iconic sites. Tickets are likely to sell out.

In Atlanta, you’ll find a melting pot of cultures and a unique mix of Southern charm with all the conveniences of big city living. Atlanta is where Coca-Cola was invented, and it has historical significance due to its important role during the American Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s and as the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr. Today, it’s known for world-class museums like the High Museum of Art, shopping hotspots such as Ponce City Market, vast outdoor spaces like Piedmont Park, top-notch restaurants serving some of the most delectable Southern cuisine, and a gay nightlife scene that holds its own against the likes of its northern sister cities.