Three years ago, after seeing the film Milk, Nathan Manske was struck by an image of Harvey Milk—one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S. and the subject of the film directed by Gus Van Sant—in San Francisco holding a sign that said "I'm From Woodmere, NY." The sign was intended to show … Continue reading “I’m From Driftwood” in New York
Miami Celebrates Our Orgullo
Fuerte y Orgulloso. Strong and Proud. To celebrate the diverse, cultural heritage of LGBT Latinos, Miami Beach will host the first-ever Celebrate Orgullo on Saturday, October 1. Latinos are the fastest growing minority group in the United States and, according to the 2010 U.S. Census, comprise 65% of the total population in Miami-Dade County. Azucar! … Continue reading Miami Celebrates Our Orgullo
Cruising with Ben Cohen
Ever wanted to sail Italy’s Amalfi Coast with England's Rugby World Cup winner Ben Cohen? Congratulations, your life just got better. Recently retired from professional rugby, Cohen is dedicating this new chapter of his life to combating bullying worldwide, as Chairman of the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation. Clearly stated on their website, the organization “is … Continue reading Cruising with Ben Cohen
Key West: Free Willy
IQ has his first experience at a clothing-optional gay resort.
IQ Talks Travel on Toronto Radio: Pittsburgh
Ivan Quintanilla is featured as the travel expert on Toronto’s Proud FM “Your Morning With Richard & Chris.” IQ talks about the thriving art and gay scenes of the surprisingly vibrant Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Click below to listen to the interview: Wanna learn more about Pittsburgh?...Check out the following articles by Traveling IQ: Pittsburgh is Poppin' … Continue reading IQ Talks Travel on Toronto Radio: Pittsburgh
“Mixed Signals” of Masculinity
Photo by Catherine Opie, Josh, 2007, courtesy of The Andy Warhol Museum We’ve feared and revered them. They’ve taunted and titillated us. Now, The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh explores the stereotype of the aggressive, sexualized American athlete in “Mixed Signals: Artists Consider Masculinity in Sports,” on exhibit through August 7. Featuring the works of 17 contemporary artists, … Continue reading “Mixed Signals” of Masculinity
Pittsburgh’s Proud New Attitude
This week, Pittsburgh Pride is feeling good from its head to its shoes, celebrating a “New Attitude” with parties, parades and an outdoor concert by Patti LaBelle. First, we get soaking wet at the SPLASH Pool Party on Thursday, June 9. Bring your bathing suit to cool off in the pool or warm up in … Continue reading Pittsburgh’s Proud New Attitude
IQ on the Radio!
IQ is the featured travel expert on Toronto's Proud FM "Your Morning with Richard & Chris." Click on the link below to listen: Proud FM: Puerto Vallarta And click here to learn more about gay Puerto Vallarta.
Preview of Miami Beach Gay Pride
Read IQ's article published in Out Traveler by clicking on picture: This week, Miami Beach gets a little gay(er). It’s raining men. Hallelujah! On Saturday, April 16, it’s time to celebrate the 3nd Annual Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade, now the city’s largest single-day event. Starting at noon on 5th Street, elaborate floats will shake … Continue reading Preview of Miami Beach Gay Pride
Puerto Vallarta Gets Tastier
If variety is the spice of life, gay Vallarta just got tastier. Casa Cupula (http://www.casacupula.com), the decidedly upscale, boutique gay hotel in Puerto Vallarta, has opened its new restaurant Taste to the public. Perched on a secluded hillside, overlooking the Bay of Banderas, Taste is all about options. Choose to dine in the newly … Continue reading Puerto Vallarta Gets Tastier