Want to hang on to summer just a little bit longer? Pride Season is not yet over! This weekend IQ is heading to the powdery-soft beaches of Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, for the second-annual (my first) Caribbean Pride. Held at the luxury, adults-only, all-inclusive CHIC Punta Cana over seven days packed with pool … Continue reading IQ Heading to Caribbean Pride
IQ in EDGE: Puerto Vallarta’s Almar Resort
The newest and only luxury beachfront LGBTQ hotel in Puerto Vallarta will make your tub bubbleth over. With hot tubs in 29 of its 78 suites; an infinity pool (featuring swim-up bar and more hot tubs) off the sands of Los Muertos Beach; member access to Mantamar Beach Club, the premier beach club in Zona … Continue reading IQ in EDGE: Puerto Vallarta’s Almar Resort
A Case for the Gay Hotel
I’ve recently had conversations with several gay men in their 20’s about the necessity, or lack thereof, of the “gay hotel.” First, I think it is truly amazing that many of our younger gay peers feel so completely comfortable in their skin in any surrounding. I think it is tangible evidence of progress. And one … Continue reading A Case for the Gay Hotel
The Week in Travel (4/26/2013)
The world of travel moves fast! Let’s keep up–together. On Fridays, Traveling IQ curates the highlights from the past week:*The price of beauty is deportation. Or so discovered Omar Borkan Al Gala (pictured above) and two other men, deported from Saudi Arabia for being... wait for it... wait for it... too handsome (via Asiantown.net).*Time … Continue reading The Week in Travel (4/26/2013)
The W Mexico City Satisfies
When was the last time someone promised to satisfy your every wish? The W Mexico City will be your swanky genie-in-a-bottle. Whether you want a mariachi band performing in your bathtub or VIP tickets to a private club, the W concierge will make it happen through their "Whatever/Whenever" service (legally permitting, of course). Located in … Continue reading The W Mexico City Satisfies
The Week in Travel (12/7/12)
The world of travel moves fast! Let’s keep up–together. On Fridays, Traveling IQ curates the highlights from the past week: *Royal babe, indeed! Refusing to be overshadowed by his future niece or nephew, a mural of a shirtless Prince Harry now permanently hangs in the London gay club, Manbar (via Evening Standard). *Not without controversy, … Continue reading The Week in Travel (12/7/12)
Mexico City’s Ravishing Renaissance
Big and gritty and complex and glamorous, Mexico City defies categorization. El Distrito Federal or DF, as the city is commonly called, is far more nuanced than many of the country’s famous resort towns, where the tourism bubble stays easily intact. Here, you are in it; it’s real life in a real, big city. This … Continue reading Mexico City’s Ravishing Renaissance
Rock the Vote with Hard Rock Hotel
To help you celebrate Election Day in the United States, the music-inspired Hard Rock Hotels chain is keeping you inspired with a free "Rock the Vote" playlist, made available exclusively to the readers of USA Today (and by proxy, Traveling IQ). For more information on how to download the free playlist, visit "Hotel Check-in" on … Continue reading Rock the Vote with Hard Rock Hotel
Innkeepers Thank Veterans
Innkeepers in the United States and Canada are thanking the brave men and women who have served in their country’s armed forces the best way they know how… with hospitality. On November 11, (Veteran’s Day in the U.S. and Remembrance Day in Canada), an estimated 1,000 inns and bed & breakfasts in both countries will … Continue reading Innkeepers Thank Veterans
The Week in Travel (11/2/12)
The world of travel moves fast! Let’s keep up–together. On Fridays, Traveling IQ curates the highlights from the past week: *It has been a rough week for the eastern coast of the United States. Much of the region devastated by Hurricane/ Superstorm Sandy is still without power and is reaching an economic damage pricetag of … Continue reading The Week in Travel (11/2/12)