Trailhead events, public art and culinary creations are all part of a Northshore getaway

Trailhead events, public art and culinary creations are all part of a Northshore getaway

The Northshore is a welcoming destination on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain that has become a favorite getaway spot for couples. Here, they find the perfect combination of relaxation and activity and some refreshing ways to combine interests along the way, with some surprising extras that add to the fun. The Northshore is just 40 minutes north of New Orleans, an hour east of Baton Rouge and an hour west of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, with easy access via Interstate 12. 

Stonewall Museum Unveils Harvey Fierstein’s Tony Award Robe in Historic Display

Stonewall Museum Unveils Harvey Fierstein’s Tony Award Robe in Historic Display

Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library (SNMAL), one of the nation's leading historical institutions fighting to protect LGBTQ+ rights, and proudly showcases an iconic addition to its expansive collection of LGBTQ+ memorabilia- the Broadway ‘Torch Song Trilogy’ robe worn by award-winning actor, playwright, screenwriter, and recent 2025 Lifetime Achievement Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. 

A+ Weddings by Rev. Vernon Diannah Porter - Provincetown weddings by someone who truly cares

A+ Weddings by Rev. Vernon Diannah Porter - Provincetown weddings by someone who truly cares

By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

There are some people who are born to do exactly what they do. Reverend Vernon Diannah Porter of Provincetown, Massachussetts is one of those rare people. We cannot imagine a more perfect wedding officiant than Reverend Vernon Diannah  Porter.

Within moments of meeting this man, you’ll realize that everything about him exudes kindness and compassion for his clients. Reverend Vernon Diannah Porter truly loves what he does and truly loves the people he is assisting with their special day.

Gay Homestays - Matching travelers with LGBTQ property owners

Gay Homestays - Matching travelers with LGBTQ property owners

 
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
 
Gay Homestays was established in 2010 to provide safe and welcoming travel accommodation to the LGBTQ community (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer). This gay owned and operated company offers an online community marketplace for people to list, browse, discover and book gay accommodation around the world.  

Parliament Resort Augusta, GA - The World’s Largest All-Male Gay Resort

Parliament Resort Augusta, GA - The World’s Largest All-Male Gay Resort

by Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

Augusta, Georgia, which sits on the legendary Savannah River 
a) is home to one of the most popular golf tournaments in the world
b) is the second largest metro area in the state of Georgia
c) has a historic district dating to pre Civil War, and 
d) is home to The World’s Largest All-Male Gay Resort - Parliament Resort!

The Parliament Resort property dates back to 1958 when it was part of the Alamo Plaza Hotel chain known for its distinctive Mission Revival Style architecture, a U-shaped court, multiple buildings and a facade reminiscent of the original Alamo Mission in San Antonio, Texas. 

Oahu Nature Tours Oahu, Hawaii - Excellent tours of Oahu The Gathering Place

Oahu Nature Tours Oahu, Hawaii - Excellent tours of Oahu The Gathering Place

By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

Throughout history, Oahu has been called “The Gathering Place.” That description is valid even today. Oahu is the third largest Hawaiian island but it is the most populated. It is a fascinating blend of Native Hawaiian, Eastern and Western cultures. It is a contrast of old and new. It is modern cities surrounded by ancient natural wonders.

Nude at the Bottom of the Grand Canyon Nude Raft Trips

Nude at the Bottom of the Grand Canyon Nude Raft Trips
 
By Beverly B. Price
 
Grand – and magnificent, splendid, glorious, superb, impressive, awe-inspiring, majestic.   It is impossible to be in the depths of the Grand Canyon and believe that the word “grand” says it all. 
 
I have traveled with other nude passengers all 280 miles of Colorado River from Lee’s Ferry to Lake Mead.  I have been in the majority of the stunning (and all different) side canyons.  I have also made shorter trips to be hauled out by chopper at Whitmore Wash.  Each trip is unique.

The National Register of Historic Places Itineraries and Self-Guided Tours - Self-guided tours to historic places around the USA

The National Register of Historic Places Itineraries and Self-Guided Tours - Self-guided tours to historic places around the USA

By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong

William Hazlitt said, "You know more of a road by having traveled it than by all the conjectures and descriptions in the world."  If you want to know more about the history and the people of the United States of America firsthand, the Shared Heritage Travel Itinerary Series by the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places is a great place to start.

The National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the nation's historic places worthy of preservation.

Napa Valley Wine Train - Some of the best sights in Napa Valley

Napa Valley Wine Train - Some of the best sights in Napa Valley

By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

Napa Valley, California is one of the state's most visited tourist attractions because of its beautiful rolling hills, picturesque vineyards and winery after winery after winery. If you'd like a unique Napa Valley experience, we recommend that you try the Napa Valley Wine Train where you can sit in antique train cars while enjoying dinner, wine and some of the best sights in Napa Valley.

Luray Caverns - Stunning sights and sounds under the Shenandoah Valley

Luray Caverns - Stunning sights and sounds under the Shenandoah Valley

By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

Just minutes from the magnificent views of Skyline Drive in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia’s Luray Caverns draws 500,000 visitors each year deep underground to stunning sights and sounds including its world famous Stalacpipe Organ.

Jekyll Island, Georgia - Georgia's exclusive island retreat

Jekyll Island, Georgia - Georgia's exclusive island retreat

By Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

If your idea of a dream vacation is 1) near beautiful beaches 2) relaxing 
3) historically significant, then we highly recommend Jekyll Island, Georgia.

Jekyll Island became a winter escape for our country's wealthy families after it was purchased in 1886 and became known as Jekyll Island Club.  For more than a half century it was an exclusive retreat for  the most elite Americans including 
the Rockefellers, Morgans, Pultzers and Goulds.

Georgia Mountain Fair and Georgia Mountain Fall Festival - Hiawassee, Georgia

Georgia Mountain Fair and Georgia Mountain Fall Festival - Hiawassee, Georgia

by Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

Located along the beautiful shores of Lake Chatuge in the North Georgia Mountains in the rustic community of Hiawassee, the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds hosts the wonderful Georgia Mountain Fair and Georgia Mountain Fall Festival each year.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art – Bentonville, Arkansas

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art  – Bentonville, Arkansas

Our Interview With Media Relations Manager Beth Bobbitt
 
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
 
Bentonville, Arkansas may be known as the hometown of mega-retailer WalMart, but it is also home to one of the most unique and FREE museums anywhere in the world. There is no cost to view the Museum’s year- round permanent collection. General admission to Crystal Bridges is sponsored by Walmart.

Cedar City, Utah – The Amazing Destination For All Four Seasons

Cedar City, Utah – The Amazing Destination For All Four Seasons

 
By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong
 
When we decided to enjoy a Western USA sightseeing trip, we chose to book our hotel in Cedar, City, Utah. This beautiful mountain town not only has beautiful views of its own, it is a perfect launching point for visits to Utah’s five national parks including Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef. We asked the Cedar City – Brian Head Tourism Bureau to share their thoughts with us.

Captain David Kelley House , Centerville, Massachusetts where every breakfast is an event!

Captain David Kelley House , Centerville, Massachusetts where every breakfast is an event! 

by Steven Skelley & Thomas Routzong

Located just three miles from historic and scenic Hyannis, MA and the John F. Kennedy Museum, the Captain David Kelley House is a wonderfully unique find for any Cape Cod traveler. This beautifully maintained Greek Revival home is one of the most joy-filled accommodations we have experienced anywhere with owners who strive to make every guest’s stay memorable and every breakfast an event!


Owners Tom Nortz and Rick Garceau found the Captain David Kelley House in 2008 after searching for a special bed & breakfast to purchase for over three years. They searched Florida, Georgia, Maine, Vermont, New York and a number of Cape Cod properties. 

Our 2016 interview with then American Association for Nude Recreation President Beverly B. Price

Our 2016 interview with then American Association for Nude Recreation President Beverly B. Price

 
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People all over the world enjoy nonsexual nude recreation. Some call themselves skinnydippers. Some call themselves nudists. Some call themselves naturists. There are nudist or naturist vacations, clubs, resorts, campgrounds, groups, cruises and beaches across the globe.

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, New Mexico, USA

by Richard Haines

Who doesn't love watching hot air balloons float lazily across the blue sky or light up the night sky?

For over four decades, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has been a world-renowned attraction and the premier ballooning event destination for all ages.

The Dance of the Forty-One movie review by Steven Skelley

The Dance of the Forty-One movie review by Steven Skelley

El Baile de los 41 or The Dance of the Forty-One is a deeply moving film based on a major homosexuality scandal in Mexico City in the year 1901. I highly recommend it.

CEDAR LAKES WOODS AND GARDENS - A must-see Nature Coast attraction

 CEDAR LAKES WOODS AND GARDENS - A must-see Nature Coast attraction

By Steven Skelley and Thomas Routzong

We owned a home for several years on Florida's Nature Coast. It is a special place that is still amazingly not overdeveloped like so much of the Sunshine State. One of our favorite places on the Nature Coast is CEDAR LAKES WOODS AND GARDENS in the small town of Williston. This is truly a must-see Nature Coast attraction.

7 Experiences in Budapest this Summer You Won’t Find in Every Guidebook

7 Experiences in Budapest this Summer You Won’t Find in Every Guidebook

Have you already seen the Parliament, taken a dip in the waters of the Széchenyi Baths, and admired the Danube panorama from Gellért Hill? If you’re visiting Budapest in the summer of 2025, we’ve got 7 unique experiences for you that will show you a new side of Hungary.

Bike & Hike Grand Canyon's Cool North Rim

Bike & Hike Grand Canyon's Cool North Rim

As summer temperatures soar, Escape Adventures invites adventurers and families to discover the cool, high-altitude sanctuary of the Grand Canyon's North Rim on an unforgettable 5-day mountain biking and camping expedition. Revered by hikers and cyclists for its breathtaking vistas and gently rolling, lung-expanding terrain, the North Rim offers a unique and less-crowded perspective of this natural wonder. 

Explore prehistoric Idaho, ride summer trails at ski areas & sip through the Lewis-Clark Valley

Explore prehistoric Idaho, ride summer trails at ski areas & sip through the Lewis-Clark Valley

Celebrate 50 Years of Fossil Discovery in Idaho

Step back millions of years and uncover the prehistoric past of southern Idaho as the National Park Service celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Hagerman Fauna Site National Natural Landmark. Designated in 1975 for its internationally significant collection of Pliocene-era fossils—including saber-toothed cats, mastodons, giant ground sloths and the world’s largest assemblage of Hagerman Horse remains—this landmark continues to offer new insights into life on Earth three to four million years ago.

Escape the Heat: Discover Nayarit’s Coolest Mountain Towns This Summer

Escape the Heat: Discover Nayarit’s Coolest Mountain Towns This Summer

While Mexico’s coastal hotspots heat up for the summer, savvy travelers are heading uphill — quite literally — to uncover the breezy mountain escapes tucked deep in southern Nayarit. Away from the beach crowds and humid shorelines, the Magical Towns of Jala, Compostela, Amatlán de Cañas, and the tranquil volcanic lagoon of Santa María del Oro are offering fresh air, cool climates, and immersive cultural experiences that make for the perfect summer hideout.

Watch our new travel video! Steven and Tom Visit the Panama Canal

Watch our new travel video! Steven and Tom Visit the Panama Canal

The Panama Canal connects 160 countries and 1,700 ports around the world. It is one of the great achievements of the 20th Century.