Have the tides swayed in your favor this year? Feeling down in the doldrums? Caught between the devil and the deep blue sea about what to do? Maybe you aren't onboard with so many sailing metaphors—okay, we'll stop—but one thing is for sure: a new year brings new adventure possibilities on the high seas! One of our favorite travel experiences is a gay cruise, and 2025 has some great ones lined up. Why not go sailing through idyllic Croatia? Or how about venturing to Antarctica aboard a large cruise ship? Or better yet, join us with Virgin Voyages for one of our all-inclusive cruises through the Caribbean or Europe.
Only you can choose; all we can do is point you in the right direction. Pick your favorite or pick them all, just don’t miss out!
Gay Group Tour of the Eastern Caribbean on Virgin Voyages by Two Bad Tourists
The Caribbean is as close to paradise on Earth as it gets! Join us as we host a gay group trip on a brand-new route embarking from Miami into tropical waters. We’re teaming up with Virgin Voyages for an 8-night round trip from Miami, porting at four Caribbean islands: the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, St. Croix, and Virgin Voyages’ very own Bahamas island—Beach Club at Bimini. We'll be hosting you ourselves as part of a large group, on an even larger, fun-filled, adult-only playground of a boat run by LGBTQ+ friendly cruise liners Virgin Voyages. Together, we'll enjoy group dinners in quirky themed restaurants, an eclectic mix of shore excursions, private events, amazing entertainment, drag shows, and more. The cruise is all-inclusive—apart from alcohol and any special treatments you might want to pamper yourself with—so the trip is also friendly on the wallet. Come with your friends, family, partner(s), or even come alone. In fact, most of our guests are solo travelers, so you’ll be in good company.
February 22 – March 2, 2025
Gay Group Tour of Spain, France & Italy on Virgin Voyages by Two Bad Tourists
If Europe is more your bag, then hop aboard the Irresistible Med cruise with us to see three of Europe’s most beloved countries in just one week! This cruise takes us from Barcelona to the glamorous French city of Cannes, then to the snow-capped mountains of Marina di Carrara in Italy, to Civitavecchia by Rome, and finally to the party island of Ibiza, where we'll be running our very own bar crawl and a trip to the nudist beach. Virgin Voyages isn’t just gay-friendly—they are gay-loving, as you'll see through their vibrant onboard entertainment, themed parties, and awesome crew led by their resident drag queen, The Diva. No Virgin Voyages cruise is ever the same, and they know how to run a fun-filled vessel. As part of our group, you can expect the VIP treatment through group dinners in quirky restaurants, unique shore excursions, and private events. View Med Cruise →
June 22 – 29, 2025
Gay Group Tour of Amsterdam, Bruges & Bordeaux on Virgin Voyages by Two Bad Tourists
Northern Europe needs a little loving as well, as it’s a hugely underrated part of the continent. So, once more, we'll partner with Virgin Voyages in September 2025 for a gay group trip within a larger cruise to see the best it has to offer. We’ll set sail from the historic port city of Portsmouth in England and glide across to Amsterdam, a beautiful canal-filled oasis to let loose in. After an overnight stay in the city with our own bar crawl, we’ll cruise down to Bruges, an enchanting medieval Belgian city known for its cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and chocolate shops. Finally, we’ll visit Bordeaux for a taste of Northern France—and no doubt, a lot of wine from their legendary vineyards… lots of wine! Just as on all our gay group trips, you’ll always be part of the group through an eclectic range of activities, from group dinners to private parties, late-night festivities, eclectic entertainment, drag shows, and a host of other surprises besides. Don’t forget to pack your red clothes for the infamous Scarlet Party!
September 5 – 12, 2025
Antarctica Pride Cruise by Planetdwellers
The beauty of cruises is they can take you pretty much anywhere. So why limit yourself to warm countries—or even just six continents? Gay-owned travel agency Planetdwellers is calling all intrepid LGBTQIA+ adventurers for a daring expedition to the frozen lands of Antarctica in February. Beginning in the world’s southernmost city in Argentina, you’ll glide through the frosty waters of Drake Passage until the unforgettable sight of your first iceberg comes into view. From there, expect a comprehensive itinerary with 2-3 excursions per day, including whale watching, hikes along pebbly beaches with snow-glistening waters and snow-covered ridgelines, visits to penguin rookeries, and—for the truly bold—polar plunges. And that’s just the tip of the proverbial iceberg! On their fine vessel, the Greg Mortimer, you’ll enjoy all the creature comforts of a world-class ship, including a sauna, Jacuzzis, a mudroom, communal areas, observation platforms, a top-notch restaurant, and more. Not to mention, you’ll have your own drag queen hostess, The Divine Miss Bette, aboard. View Antarctica Cruise →
February 6th – 14th, 2025
Legends of the Mediterranean Malta to Naples by Source Journeys
Source Journeys are an LGBTQ+ cruise operator whose cruises effortlessly blend luxury with old-school-style adventures. Their ships are medium-sized, with this voyage limited to just 190 guests—so don't wait too late to book. On their yachts, you can expect all-inclusive star treatment with your own private balcony stateroom, gourmet dining, classy pool parties, spa treatments, yoga classes… the works. As for the cruise itself, you'll visit six UNESCO heritage sites in seven ports over just eight days. The journey begins on the beautiful island of Malta before heading up to saucy Sicily, Tunis in Northern Africa, and then up the Amalfi Coast to Naples. You'll participate in everything from exploring ancient ruins, like those found in Pompeii, to a scenic boat ride around the enchanting Island of Capri, to shore excursions customized to your individual tastes. View Malta to Naples Cruise →
July 5 – 12, 2025
Croatia Gay Sailing by Pride Sailing
Multiple departure dates in June, July, August and September 2025
Greece Gay Sailing by Pride Sailing
Sail the legendary Greek islands in 2025! Athens is the departure port, making booking flights simple with plenty of direct options from Europe and abroad. The itinerary from Athens features a variety of islands and mainland ports, including Hydra, Spetses, Porto Heli, Ermioni, Poros, and Agistri. This group of islands, known as the Saronics, offers picturesque and energetic stops where you can discover local culture, classical architecture, and the best of Greek cuisine—all while enjoying breathtaking islands, ports, and local hospitality. It's the side of Greece where sailors gravitate due to its gentle winds and calm seas, making it the perfect sailing spot. Add on a few days in Athens before or after the trip to explore the history of this ancient Greek city. Alternatively, take their Ionian Sea Cruise for a more relaxed 7-day island-hopping adventure from Lefkas on the other side of Greece. View Greece Sailing →
Multiple departure dates in June, July, August and September 2025
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