How To Plan Gay Travel

Planning gay travel may seem like a daunting task, but there are a variety of destinations and getaways for every budget. Consider these things before making your travel plans. The ideal gay travel vacation is just a few steps away!

1. Plan, plan, plan…
   
   Are you an avid planner? Or, do you prefer a more spontaneous adventure? The great thing about planning gay travel is its kindness to schedules and budgets. Some getaways like weekend trips to nearby cities can take merely hours to plan and limited funds; while others need to be scheduled months in advance. Is 24 hours or 24 months of planning your thing? There is a gay travel destination for you!
   
   Decide what best fits your pocket book and how long you’d like to get away. Then decide what type of vacation you’d like to take. Spontaneous trips at shorter distances can sometimes be cheaper with little up front planning. Gay cruises or international getaways can take some time to sort out (passports, travel seasons, etc.) and increase the need for quite a few more dollars.



2. Decide how you will travel.
   
   The possibilities for a perfect vacation are limitless and fit a variety of preferences. Do you fantasize about playing in the sand at a nearby beach or on the deck of a cruise ship? Are you afraid to fly or do you hate driving? Consider your method of travel (car, plane, boat) before making a commitment.



3. Travel gay or non-gay?
   
   Sometimes the people around you can make or break a vacation. Decide whether you are comfortable spending your vacation around primarily gay people or a more general crowd. Some gay men prefer all gay cruises or special weekends like, Gay Days at Disney. Many others enjoy visiting resorts open to the general population. It’s your vacation and you should be as comfortable as possible.



4. Popular gay travel options.
   
   The most popular gay travel options suit a variety of tastes:
   
   
   • Gay cruises
   • Gay spas
   • Gay resorts
   • Gay beaches
   • Gay-friendly cities
   • Gay family vacations



5. Gay travel destinations.
   
   According to a Syracuse University, OpusComm Group, GSociety Study, here are the most popular gay travel destinations. You might want to take a tour of these hot spots.



6. Hotels or Bed and Breakfast?
   
   Bed and breakfast establishments tend to be smaller and more intimate than larger hotels. This option should always be considered depending on how comfortable you are traveling with your gay partner or family. Keep in mind, however, that many major destinations also feature gay-friendly hotels.



7. Gay travel agents.
   
   Gay travel agents are a great resource for planning a complete gay travel vacation. You can save time and money by letting a gay travel agent do all of the leg work for you.



8. Gay travel tips.
   
   Now that you’ve made your ideal vacation plans, cruise these gay travel tips to make sure you have the best time possible!