Since 2018, we’ve been hosting our own gay sailing trips each summer. Our first trip took place in Croatia, and the following year, we sailed through the Greek Islands. Since then, we’ve hosted hundreds of guests on unforgettable summer adventures.

We’ve loved getting to know readers of our blog and social media followers, as we all share the same passion for travel. We’ve had an amazing time on all these trips and received such great feedback from our guests that we’ve decided to expand our hosted trips for  2025.

In 2025, we’re excited to announce two new European cruises with Virgin Voyages! And after last year’s overwhelming success, we’ll once more be welcoming guests to our home city of Madrid with day trips to nearby Toledo, and Segovia.

All of our friends and followers are invited to join any (or all!) of these trips!

Want to learn more? Check out the details below and let us know if you’ll be joining us to explore these incredible destinations.

Gay Group Tour of Spain, France & Italy on Virgin Voyages 

Dates: June 22-29, 2026
Destination/Route: Barcelona, Cannes, Marina di Carrara, Civitavecchia & Ibiza.
Type: Large cruise ship
Hosted by: Two Bad Tourists, yep that’s us!
Base Price: Varies by cabin type but starts from US$1,500 per person.  $895 per person Barcelona pre-tour. Commission: 10% on the total base price of the trip for the cruise and pre-tour of Barcelona.

Join us as we host a gay group trip on Virgin Voyages next year from June 22-29, 2024. The 7-night cruise departs round-trip from Barcelona, taking us to some incredible ports of call. Virgin Voyages is a brand-new, adults-only cruise line that began sailing in 2021. While we’ll be aboard a large ship with other guests, our small gay group trip will feature daily group dinners, group shore excursions, private cocktail parties, group activities, and more! Virgin Voyages is one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly travel brands available, and their innovative approach is transforming the cruise experience—no more buffets or large dining halls, free WiFi, and no hidden fees, as gratuities and tips are included. These are just a few of the awesome perks, along with drag queen bingo, nighttime parties, and many extra surprises. As always on our gay group trips, friends, couples, and solo travelers are welcome. In fact, nearly two-thirds of our bookings for this cruise so far are solo travelers!

Gay Group Tour of Madrid, Toledo & Segovia 

Dates: September 2025 (full date to be announced)
Destination/Route: Madrid, Toledo & Segovia, Spain
Trip Type: Gay group trip (10-20 guests)
Hosted by: Two Bad Tourists, yep that’s us!
Base Price: $2,195 per person. 
Commission: 10% on the total base price of the trip. Base price excludes optional add-ons like the single supplement or extra room nights.

Madrid is perhaps not as well known as its Catalan sister in the northeast, Barcelona, as a gay destination. But the truth is that Madrid is a bigger city with more offerings from a nightlife perspective and many LGBTQ+ oriented events throughout the year. There are very few cities in the world that offer the same kind of welcome to LGBTQ+ residents and visitors. Madrid is a fantastic destination, especially if you enjoy local neighborhoods, art, the gay scene, nightlife, and beautiful weather. After exploring the capital city for several days, we'll head out on day trips to both Toledo and Segovia, each just an hour's drive from Madrid. Toledo is a medieval town that was once the capital of Spain before the royal family moved the capital to Madrid in the 1500s. Segovia is another famous town nearby, known for its Roman aqueduct as well as its fairytale-style castle. We'll spend our days exploring these medieval towns through their winding alleyways, cultural museums, and historic monuments. We'll be your hosts on this incredible trip to Madrid with day trips to Toledo and Segovia in September 2025.

Gay Group Tour of England, Netherlands, Belgium and France on Virgin Voyages by Two Bad Tourists 

Dates: September 5-12, 2025
Destination/Route: Portsmouth, Amsterdam, Bruges & Bordeaux.
Type: Large cruise ship
Hosted by: Two Bad Tourists, yep that’s us!
Base Price: Varies by cabin type but starts from US$1,500 per person.  US$895 per person Athens pre-tour. Commission: 10% on the total base price of the trip for the cruise and pre-tour of Athens.

Set sail through Northern Europe, including a stop in Amsterdam, on our latest collaboration with the adults-only cruise line, Virgin Voyages. While we’ll be aboard a large ship with other guests, our small gay group will enjoy exclusive group dinners, shore excursions, private cocktail parties, onboard activities, and more. Virgin offers a travel experience designed for the modern LGBTQ+ traveler, ensuring there are no surprises. Take advantage of amenities like free WiFi and dining options that skip the large buffets and crowded dining halls. Plus, there are no hidden costs—gratuities are already included. Even drag queens are onboard to entertain both gays and straights alike.

 

Are you interested in joining but have questions about one of these trips? Feel free to contact us here and we'll get back in touch.