Gay Travel Guides
Gay Tokyo – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
Tokyo is an incredible city of contrasts where you can clearly see and admire the technological advances of tomorrow mixed with a long history and vibrant culture.
Gay New Orleans – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
New Orleans is known for Mardi Gras, voodoo, Cajun/Creole cuisine, jazz, vibrant nightlife, distinctive Spanish/French influenced architecture, and being one of the most welcoming places on Earth. Come visit “The Big Easy” with us!
Gay San Francisco – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
We’ve included the top recommendations for the gay-friendly city in this guide giving you everything you need to know as an LGBT traveler to San Francisco.
About Us
We're David and Auston, but you can call us Two Bad Tourists. We started this blog as a resource for LGBT+ travelers featuring international gay-friendly destinations, festivals and events. We aim to inspire LGBT+ people to explore the world wherever they might want to go while offering travel advice we've picked up after 10 years on the road. You can find travel tips as well as insider guides featuring recommendations on dining, gay nightlife, hotels, tours, sightseeing and more. We also offer our own gay group trips that we host ourselves and you're invited to join! Want to travel with us and visit one of these awesome destinations?
About Us
We're David and Auston, but you can call us Two Bad Tourists. We started this blog as a resource for LGBT+ travelers featuring international gay-friendly destinations, festivals and events. We aim to inspire LGBT+ people to explore the world wherever they might want to go while offering travel advice we've picked up after 10 years on the road. You can find travel tips as well as insider guides featuring recommendations on dining, gay nightlife, hotels, tours, sightseeing and more. We also offer our own gay group trips that we host ourselves and you're invited to join! Want to travel with us and visit one of these awesome destinations?
Groups Trips
The Top 20 Gay Tours to Join in 2026/2027
As you start dreaming of that next big trip, we thought we’d highlight some of the best gay tours around the world you should consider joining.
10 Reasons to Join Our Gay Group Trip on Virgin Voyages
Join our gay group trip on Virgin Voyages from Barcelona or Portsmouth and visit Europe's most stunning seaside destinations in 2025.
Getting Naked: The Definitive Perks of Stripping Down in Southeast Asia
Who needs clothes in paradise! We team up with Everything to See for a guide to being blissfully naked in Southeast Asia and The Coral Triangle.
Inspiration
18 Reasons Why You Should Travel Alone as a Gay Guy
Have you ever traveled alone? Consider making your next trip drama-free and all about you with these 18 compelling reasons to give solo travel a try.
9 Reasons Why You Should Take a Gay Cruise
Taking a cruise is a great option for a vacation or holiday. If you’ve never considered taking a gay cruise, here are 9 reasons that just might convince you.
Through the Gateway of South America – 7 Reasons for Gay Travelers to Hit Up Colombia in 2026
Colombia is a country of diversity, adventure, culture, coffee and naughty nightlife. We look at 7 reason gay travelers should add it to their 2024 bucket list.
Events
The Top 20 Gay Circuit Parties Around the World
The ultimate guide to the best gay circuit parties on the planet. With international DJ’s and over-the-top performances, these epic events are the best in the world.
Sun, Fun & Get Some – Your Ultimate LGBTQ+ Spring Travel Guide to Miami (2026 Edition)
What events you should plan around? Where does one stay? What are the best gay bars and clubs? What else does Miami offer besides parties? And which LGBTQ+-run businesses should you support with your hard-earned pink dollars?
11 Awesome Gay Ski Weeks You Don't Want to Miss
Winter is upon us and the ski season is just getting started. Have you considered attending one of these 10 events?
Need Help?
As Nature Intended – The Best Gay Nude Vacation Spots
Many nude vacations have emerged for gay/bi men including men-only resorts, cruises, sailing and camping trips. From yoga and sports to parties and cultural excursions, here are just a few of the possibilities.
Beer, Wine and Mimosas – The 9 Best Gay Bars in New York
From the historic Stonewall Inn to the leather-clad daddy welcoming Eagle and gay cowboy joint Flaming Saddles, these are the best gay bars in New York City.
A Room with a View – Top 10 Hotels on Gran Via in Madrid
Gran Via is Madrid's biggest, busiest and most exciting street! Take a walk up it with us as we pick out ten of its finest hotels.
