Author Archives: Howie Holben

Tips For Gay Vacations To Ireland

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Howie Holben

Ireland has been good for gay vacations at least since the time of Oscar Wilde, although in those days it was not necessarily a friendly country for the LGBT community. Like Wilde, many people were jailed or sent away for hard labor for what was legally termed “indecency” and, until 1861, acts of sodomy were even punishable by death, but Ireland has come a long way since these dark days, decriminalizing same-sex sexual behavior in 1993 and legalizing civil unions in 2009. Continue reading →

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Places For Gay Romantic Travel

Posted on February 5, 2010 by Howie Holben

So you want to get the most out of a gay romantic destination and you’re stuck between booking through an agency and going independently. There are benefits to either side of the coin, but deciding your sweet spot might come down to what you want to get from the time away. Continue reading →

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A Gay Holiday In Brazil

Posted on November 8, 2009 by Howie Holben

With its exhilarating nightlife, pristine beaches, multicultural atmosphere, beautiful people and extravagant annual events, such as Carnival, Brazil is a popular vacation destination for both gay and straight travelers. As one of South Americas most accepting and welcoming gay travel destinations, Brazil has quickly become a hotspot for gay vacations for gay men and lesbians in search of a raucous good time, or a tranquil escape to an exotic paradise. Whether your travel preference is a luxury gay vacation at an all-inclusive oceanfront resort or a Brazilian jungle adventure, the diversity of vacation options in Brazil makes this an ideal location for international gay travel. Continue reading →

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