Gay Travel Guides
Gay Singapore – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
The ultimate gay guide to Singapore. Find the best gay hotels, restaurants, bars, clubs, saunas, tours & more!
Gay Istanbul – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
Istanbul is a unique fusion of the east and west in culture, cuisine, and geography. Istanbul has a large gay nightlife scene but LGBT+ life is generally not publically visible.
Gay Toronto – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more
Toronto is the capital of the province of Ontario and home to the country’s largest queer community.
About Us
We're David and Auston, but you can call us Two Bad Tourists. We started this blog as a resource for LGBT+ travelers featuring international gay-friendly destinations, festivals and events. We aim to inspire LGBT+ people to explore the world wherever they might want to go while offering travel advice we've picked up after 10 years on the road. You can find travel tips as well as insider guides featuring recommendations on dining, gay nightlife, hotels, tours, sightseeing and more. We also offer our own gay group trips that we host ourselves and you're invited to join! Want to travel with us and visit one of these awesome destinations?
About Us
We're David and Auston, but you can call us Two Bad Tourists. We started this blog as a resource for LGBT+ travelers featuring international gay-friendly destinations, festivals and events. We aim to inspire LGBT+ people to explore the world wherever they might want to go while offering travel advice we've picked up after 10 years on the road. You can find travel tips as well as insider guides featuring recommendations on dining, gay nightlife, hotels, tours, sightseeing and more. We also offer our own gay group trips that we host ourselves and you're invited to join! Want to travel with us and visit one of these awesome destinations?
Groups Trips
5 Reasons Why You Should Join Our Gay Group Trip to Barcelona
We're hosting another gay group trip in Spain to Barcelona and Sitges in May 2023. Check out these top 5 reasons why you just might want to join us.
The Top 20 Gay Tours to Join in 2025/2026
As you start dreaming of that next big trip, we thought we’d highlight some of the best gay tours around the world you should consider joining.
10 Reasons to Join Our Gay Group Trip on Virgin Voyages
Join our gay group trip on Virgin Voyages from Barcelona or Portsmouth and visit Europe's most stunning seaside destinations in 2025.
Inspiration
Men on the Prowl – The Definitive Guide to Cruising in Europe's Three Most Sex-Positive Cities
Hidden cruising areas, steamy saunas, kinky clubs, and basement bars—there are plenty of options for travelers visiting London, Berlin, and Madrid. Here are our top spots in each city for ‘getting to know' the locals.
When in Doubt, Let it All Hang Out – The 7 Best Gay Clothing-Optional Resorts in 2026
Gay clothing-optional resorts are like little oases of freedom! We look at seven of the best around the world and some advice for the budding nudist.
5 Amazing Gay-Friendly Destinations in Greece
Greece is a popular destination and taking a trip here is on many people's bucket list. Check out these top 5 destinations for LGBT+ travelers.
Events
Why You Should Join the Big Gay Cruise Community – Straight(ish) from the Horse's Mouth
We spoke to Mark Herring (a Big Gay Cruise aficionado) and Edric Gray (aka the fabulous drag queen LoLa De La Rue) to get to the bottom – top and side – of what makes Big Gay Cruise so special.
The Top 20 Gay Circuit Parties Around the World
The ultimate guide to the best gay circuit parties on the planet. With international DJ’s and over-the-top performances, these epic events are the best in the world.
11 Awesome Gay Ski Weeks You Don't Want to Miss
Winter is upon us and the ski season is just getting started. Have you considered attending one of these 10 events?
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As Nature Intended – The Best Gay Nude Vacation Spots
Many nude vacations have emerged for gay/bi men including men-only resorts, cruises, sailing and camping trips. From yoga and sports to parties and cultural excursions, here are just a few of the possibilities.
Beating Your Own Track – 6 Alternatives to Popular LGBTQ+ Tourist Destinations
Looking to avoid the tourist hordes in Europe this summer? Check out are our top six alternatives to Europe's most popular LGBTQ+ travel destinations.
