Gay Travel Guides
Gay New York – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
Home of the gay rights movement, New York City is a world-famous destination and is a melting pot of people, cultures, neighborhoods and experiences.
Gay Provincetown – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
Just south of Boston is a small town with as much history as gay culture. P-Town is the perfect gay getaway with great nightlife, shops, beaches, dining and more.
Gay Istanbul – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
Istanbul is a unique fusion of the east and west in culture, cuisine, and geography. Istanbul has a large gay nightlife scene but LGBT+ life is generally not publically visible.
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
Gay Tours to Spain, France, Italy, Netherlands and Belgium in 2025
In 2023, we're offering multiple gay group trips to Spain, France, Greece, Turkey, Croatia and Italy. We're inviting all our friends and followers to join. Want to come?
5 Reasons Why You Should Join Our Gay Group Trip to Barcelona
We're hosting another gay group trip in Spain to Barcelona and Sitges in May 2023. Check out these top 5 reasons why you just might want to join us.
Hit or Bliss – The Definitive Guide to Being Naked 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
Win a Trip to Mallorca, Spain with Finca Ratxó Hotel
Want to visit Mallorca in Spain's Balearic Islands? You’re in luck because we’ve teamed up with Finca Ratxó Meliá Collection to give away a free trip including hotel stay and flights!
5 Amazing Gay-Friendly Destinations in Greece
Greece is a popular destination and taking a trip here is on many people's bucket list. Check out these top 5 destinations for LGBT+ travelers.
7 Reasons to Add Croatia to Your Gay Travel Bucket List
Just east of Italy sits an unspoiled coastline and amazing bright blue waters. Here are 7 reasons why you should add Croatia to your gay travel bucket list.
Events
Rainbow Rush Hour – Your Ultimate Guide to London Gay Pride 2025
Pride Month is here! And London Pride 2024 promises to be the event of the season. We look at the event's history, what to do, where to stay and where to drink.
You Gotta Fight for Your Rights While Paaaaartying – Join the Revolution at Winter Party Festival
Live Free. Play Hard. Give Back! Party and raise money for the LGBTQ+ community at Winter Party Festival.
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.
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Beating Your Own Track – 6 Alternatives to Popular LGBTQ+ Tourist Destinations
Looking to avoid the tourist hordes in Europe this summer? Check out are our top six alternatives to Europe's most popular LGBTQ+ travel destinations.
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.
