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Christmas in California - 101st Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade

michael s. posted an article on - Dec 10, 2009, 7:13 am
WE Love Southern California  and Orange County!   It's one of our favorite places and great ANYTIME of the year! And if you can get out this way during the holidays, the Christmas ...
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Gay Space Travel - One Step Closer For Mankind Thanks To Richard Branson

michael s. posted an article on - Dec 9, 2009, 9:43 am
We told you about Outer Space Travel with VIRGIN and Richard Branson 1 year ago. Now it is one step closer! As Britain's most visible showman-entrepreneur unveiled his latest creation in the ...
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A Traveler's Guide To Online Gay Dating

michael s. posted an article on - Dec 9, 2009, 6:23 am
You’ve traveled the world. You’ve explored lots of exciting locales, and maybe even some exciting locals too, wink-wink. But did you know that world travel and gay dating online are similar in som...
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No Gay Travel to Uganda Anytime Soon!

michael s. posted an article on - Dec 7, 2009, 1:50 pm
... having gay sex, under an anti-homosexuality bill currently before Uganda's parliament. If the accused person is HIV positive ... President Yoweri Museveni that a proposed law that would r...
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Compressing Photos and Saving Images for the Web

michael s. posted an article on - Dec 6, 2009, 2:21 pm
While we are all painfully aware Google will not divulge their recipe for a site's success, we do hear about bits and pieces that are leaked, and make sense to follow.   People often ask...
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Gay Travel to Nepal - Get Married on Mt. Everest

michael s. posted an article on - Dec 6, 2009, 1:28 pm
Nepal, is a landlocked country in South Asia and the world's youngest republic. It is bordered to the north by the People's Republic of China, and to the south, east, and west by the Republic ...
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HIV Travel Ban to be Lifted January 2010!

michael s. posted an article on - Dec 1, 2009, 7:31 pm
President Obama has been key  to lifting  the ban on people with HIV/AIDS entering the United States.  It is a significant step in promoting equality for people with the disease. ...
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Jamaica and their Homophobia is Back in the News Again

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 25, 2009, 3:36 pm
AHHHHH..... Come to Jamaica,  Man! Tropical paradise? Not so much! Come and get bashed is more like it! Jamaica and their  homophobic attitude  is in the news once again. Ou...
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Great iPhone Travel Apps for Any Traveler

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 24, 2009, 5:39 pm
A while back we discussed some neat iPhone apps for the gay traveler. But there are hundreds of useful apps for just about ALL  travelers. Here are some more of my favorites... Traveling by c...
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Comcast Goes After The Gay Travel Market

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 21, 2009, 11:14 am
25 years ago, I was selling ad space for a small regional gay rag. It was so hard trying to convince straight businesses, the value and power of the gay dollar. Fast  foward, Corporate America ...
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Tasmania and Uruguay Named New Top Up and Coming Hot Gay Travel Spots

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 21, 2009, 9:56 am
Last year Australia's  Tasmania’s Bay of Fires was named the world’s hottest travel destination by Lonely Planet. Now the Apple Isle has been nominated in the number two spot for the w...
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What Color is Your Brain? Travel Smarter, Stress Less, Pack Better, Enjoy More!

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 20, 2009, 3:01 pm
Are your traveling companions soap opera divas or members of The Joint Chiefs of Staff? Is preparing for your vacation like baking an old family recipe or reading directions for a computer program? ...
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Researchers in Texas May Have Found a Way to Kill the HIV Virus

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 20, 2009, 1:01 am
Researchers in Texas say they may have found a way to kill the HIV virus. The idea would be used, not only to control the disease for people already infected, but actually prevent infection for anybod...
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Gay Travel in Amsterdam Just Got Easier and Better!

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 18, 2009, 11:34 am
     This past August 2009, Mayor Job Cohen opened the Gay Tourist Information Center (GAYtic) at Spuistraat 44 in Amsterdam. An official tourist agency specializing in Amsterdam...
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Anti Gay Tension and HomoPhobia Still Very Present in Puerto Rico

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 16, 2009, 1:50 pm
On Saturday, November 14, 2009, the body of 19-year-old Jorge  Steven Lopez Mercado was found by the side of the road in Cayey, a city near the victim's hometown of Caguas, Puerto Rico. ...
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The iPhone and Gay Travel and What NOT To Do!

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 14, 2009, 3:57 am
I just got an iPhone about a year ago and have never traveled out of the country with it, till last month, when I went to London, Prague and France. I am thinking, this will be cool,  to try al...
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2nd Annual Gay Ski Week in ANDORRA! March 2010

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 13, 2009, 9:13 am
2nd  ANNUAL  GAY  SKI  WEEK in  ANDORRA - March 21-28, 2010 Want a real exciting custom gay ski getaway? THIS IS THE PLACE! It's a little tricky to get to, but worth i...
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How Important is Google Page Rank Anymore?

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 11, 2009, 8:46 am
  Being a professional blogger for  4  years  now, I have been conditioned to follow certain metrics, like  Google  Page Rankings. Lately however, Google is doing ...
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Ottawa Canada - Special Deals for Lesbian Travel and Women Right Now!

michael s. posted an article on - Nov 7, 2009, 8:35 am
So much of Gay Travel seems  geared towards men. Well, this one's for the girls! Calling all girlfriends to retreat to Canada's Capital - a city bursting with vibrant culture and surrou...
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White House Celebrates 100 Years at Bruno Serato's Famous Orange County Restaurant

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 29, 2009, 10:15 am
100  YEARS  AND  COUNTING!  A landmark jewel that was once nestled quietly among an enormous orange grove in the early 20th century, Anaheim White House is still Anaheim's mo...
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Straight Couple Gets On Gay Cruise - And SUES!

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 17, 2009, 10:46 am
HOW STUPID ARE STRAIGHT PEOPLE??? A married straight couple is seeking financial compensation after discovering once their ship left port that they had been booked on an all-gay and lesbian cruise ...
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HYATT RESORTS Special LGBT Offer

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 10:06 am
Hyatt presents - Three for FREE! Free Night – Free Upgrade – Free Breakfast!   Everyone likes  perks and upgrades! Just in time for the holidays,  HYATT RESORTS  has a sweet...
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Peaceful Warrior - Inspirational and Thought Provoking

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 8:38 am
I like a movie that teaches you, or reminds you, about how precious life is and how to make the most of it.  PEACEFUL WARRIOR is a couple years old. Based on the true story and book by  Dan ...
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Pattaya Thailand - Gay TV

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 8:03 am
Pattaya Gay TV is now online! We did an article on  GAY PATTAYA THAILAND back in the summer. And it's a very popular gay vacation spot for many. Pattaya is located about 2 hours drive South ...
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Vote For Tyrone Nell - The Next Mr. Gay South Africa?

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 9:58 am
  The board of directors of Mr. Gay South Africa (Pty) Ltd have announced the launch of the registered and trade-marked Mr. Gay South Africa™ / Mnr Gay Suid-Afrika™ competition in South Afr...
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Al Gore and Cirque Du Soleil Founder Guy Laliberte October 9th

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 8, 2009, 7:44 am
Guy Laliberté, Founder of Cirque du Soleil and President of the ONE DROP Foundation is proud to invite you to attend Moving Stars and Earth for Water, a unique event seeking to raise everyone's a...
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Gay Travel Tips with PAM ANN - On Tour This Month in the US

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 5, 2009, 5:19 pm
Glitzy, Gutsy Comedian Pam Ann Aims to Make Skies Less Friendly, More Trendy with Eleven-City USA Tour!! Following the huge success of her sold-out European and Canadian tours earlier this y...
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OUT IN AC - Harrahs Atlantic City Gay Weekend a Success!

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 4, 2009, 3:01 pm
  HARRAHS Entertainment rolled out the red carpet in Atlantic City  for the LGBT community recently, and hundreds came!   The organization  has been committed to creating ...
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Gay Couple From Toronto Detained in DUBAI For a Month!

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 2, 2009, 1:04 pm
A gay Toronto couple was detained for 28 days in Dubai for carrying the prescription arthritis drug Celebrex, which is banned in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Rocky Sharma and Stephen Macleod, who...
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Breaking News from NEW YORK CITY! KEPT Annouces Gay Casting Call!!

michael s. posted an article on - Oct 1, 2009, 12:16 pm
JUST  IN ... 2  minutes  ago from  our dear friends JIMMY FLOYD and   CEG in New York -  as the ink is drying on this morning contracts, THE CASTING CALL HAS BE...
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Lady Bunny on Gay Travel Tips - Exclusive Interview with New Gay Travel Guide

michael s. posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 1:23 pm
... :00 AM which the businessman who last stayed in your room set it to. And if you are like me, that's right about when you are getting to bed! *Fabulous Bunny Photos by Sergio Kardenas! Lady ...
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Fundraising Made Simple - Give Forward

michael s. posted an article on - Sep 22, 2009, 7:10 am
GiveForward is a privately held social venture started by two people who had the idea that they could change the world by making it super-duper easy for people to raise money online for the things the...
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Would You Want To Know How Long You Have To Live?

michael s. posted an article on - Sep 14, 2009, 8:25 pm
In a survey, 95% of the people said  they DO NOT want to know when they are going to die. But I always thought if you knew, you could prepare, and "get things in order".  Finish things on yo...
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Gay Marriage Moves Forward in Vermont! Plus, BEN and JERRY Rename Ice Cream to Celebrate Gay Marriage!

michael s. posted an article on - Sep 8, 2009, 12:44 pm
VERMONT!  now becomes yet another progressive state which has risen above the political dogma and says to all Vermonters, welcome, you are all equal in our eyes when it comes to sharing your li...
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Best iPhone Apps for Gay Travel

michael s. posted an article on - Sep 2, 2009, 10:58 am
... search the destination ahead of time and see if there is anyone around that you would like to catch up with when you arrive, to show you around the gay friendly cafes restaurants and clubs. ...
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Harrah's, Atlantic City Hope to Become 'gay friendly' Destinations

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 30, 2009, 6:18 pm
Harrah’s Entertainment  has been committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment for employees, guests and communities for some time now.   As the only gaming organization to o...
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Barcelona Man Named Mr Gay Europe

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 25, 2009, 9:54 am
  Sergio Lara a 26 year old gay man born in Requena and living in Barcelona, was crowned with the prestigious title of Mr Gay Europe in a competition held in Oslo on Saturday.   The...
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Gay Rights March on Washington Will Move Forward in October

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 21, 2009, 9:03 am
After much uncertainty, Equality Across America, the new grassroots network calling for Federal action to protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans, has moved forward with...
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Hudson Valley - New York State of Mind

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 20, 2009, 7:52 pm
                                   (Photo&nb...
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Gay Europe - Gay Croatia

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 14, 2009, 1:24 pm
  MAGNIFICENT BEAUTY - Everywhere you look!  And what better time to go!  A  great exchange rate for the dollar. Not to mention picture perfect beaches and beautfil men. Even...
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Coastal Beauty in California

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 12, 2009, 1:15 pm
  CALIFORNIA is such an amazing state. It's really my favorite state. It has everything! San Francisco & Napa, Palm Springs, San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara,  Pebble Beach and th...
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Gunther Von Hagen Studies Madonna's Arms and Body?

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 11, 2009, 10:36 pm
Gunther Von Hagens BODY WORLDS & The BRAIN will only run until October 4, 2009 in San Diego, CA. If you have never seen this amazing exhibit, it's quite extraordinary!  As you may  kno...
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Southern Decadence - Gay New Orleans - OUTRAGEOUS BEHAVIOR!

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 11, 2009, 12:10 pm
         LAST  YEAR, Decadence got cut short, thanks to a nasty hurricane!  Lets pray for better weather this yeat! Described by one reporter as "a...
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Gay Hawaii

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 9, 2009, 3:22 pm
Caressed and cooled by nearly-constant gentle trade winds, the Hawaiian Islands are blessed with a year-round moderate climate. Edged by the temperate waters of the tropical Pacific Ocean, the Islands...
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ZEMANTA - Blogging Just Got Easier and Faster

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 8, 2009, 10:52 am
Focus on writing the best content. Let us jazz it up for you. Simple point & click enrichment of your blog posts (and emails). In real-time, while you type.  They suggest tags, links, photos, r...
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Remembering John Hughes

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 7, 2009, 6:10 pm
I just read about John Hughes passing today. He was just walking along and dropped dead of a heart attack. So MANY great memories....National Lampoon's Vacation; Ferris Bueller's Day Off; Wei...
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Historic Castles of Europe

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 7, 2009, 3:21 pm
QUEEN FOR A DAY! Ghosts and witches, white knights and princesses to be rescued exist only in time-honoured castle legends. Or is the castle perhaps really haunted between midnight and one o’clock ...
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Gay Tokyo

michael s. posted an article on - Aug 5, 2009, 1:32 pm
            8 Million people! Suffering for more than a decade from Japan’s self-induced economic slump, Tokyo has seen much of its luster worn aw...
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Blog Engage - Homophobic? Let the Readers Censor You!

michael s. posted an article on - Jul 8, 2009, 3:04 pm
JUST  SAY  NO!   To  Blog  Engage! We first wrote  about BlogEngage in 2008.  It sounded like a cool tool. But I recently found out they were censorin...
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Learning to Dance in the Rain...The Power of Gratitude

michael s. posted an article on - Jul 7, 2009, 10:42 am
It almost sounds too simple to feel important, but understanding the power of gratitude can change your life forever. Sarah Breathnach said it best...     "When we choose not to foc...
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