With so much extraordinary beauty, action-packed entertainment and sheer diversity, no place else in the world offers as many possibilities as the United States. From the Atlantic to the Pacific, there are endless sensational moments just waiting for you.
On the east coast, become a part of the wonder of the Big Apple. From the top of the Empire State Building to the foot of the Statue of Liberty, New York is the city that will thrill you 24-hours-a-day. There the best and brightest are front-and-center – in the museums, on Broadway, at the United Nations and at historic Yankee Stadium.
Head south on the east coast and you will discover there is more than one reason why Florida is called the Sunshine State. Although the golden rays seem to shine virtually every day, it’s also a description of how you feel whenever – and wherever you travel in this wonderful destination. With more coastline than any other state in the United States, Florida’s extraordinary beaches are a glorious welcome to all.
The southwest has its incomparable allure, and Arizona packs all of the beauty and enchantment you could ask for into its borders. Whether exploring the breathtaking Grand Canyon, melting your tired muscles in a Scottsdale day spa or playing golf under the sun-drenched desert days of Phoenix, the only state you’ll be in is one of pure bliss.
Also located in the southwest is exciting Las Vegas, a wonderland brimming with all the glamour, glitz and allure that has made this mecca one of the most popular destinations in the world. Here, you’ll find many layers of pursuits to entertain anyone looking for an exciting escape. Days can be filled with sunshine, golf, helicopter tours or shopping while your nights can become endless inside world-class casinos, enjoying fine dining and spectacular performances.
On the west coast lies the Golden State. Its perfect weather is the perfect backdrop to your California dreaming – the glitz of Hollywood, the renowned San Diego Zoo, the charm of San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf, and the unsurpassed beauty of the wine country of Sonoma Valley. California has always held an irresistible allure – from the beauty and refinement of the north go the endless sun and fun of the south. It is the ideal escape for romantics, friends and families, adventurers and dreamers, anyone and everyone.
Let your next vacation take you away someplace new, yet close to home. Enjoy the thrills, attractions and serenity of the best that America has to offer.
The continental U.S. is full of great vacation destinations for the gay and lesbian vacationer. A country so large and open, with so many fabulous cities and natural wonders, can’t help but have shining examples of gay life and culture.
Greenwich Village, home of Stonewall and Christopher Street, is practically synonymous with gay life, but New York City is about so much more. It’s shopping, museums and nightlife are some of the best in the world. Each of its neighborhoods reveal a little special something – like Chelsea, the Meat-Packing District and the Hell’s Kitchen area, also close to the Theater District. When the weather is nice, visit Fire Island and its gay-friendly hamlets like Cherry Grove and the Pines.
The Golden State is golden for gays as well. San Francisco is a major crossroads of gay culture, with Castro Street as its epicenter. Venture a little north to imbibe the sun and wine of Sonoma’s wine country. Further south in Los Angeles, the glitz of Hollywood and Sunset Boulevard will bring out your inner diva. San Diego and its Hillcrest section offer perfect oceanfront weather, while Palm Springs is more of a desert oasis.
With so many vacation options, Florida also offers gay and lesbian vacationers so many ways to find a tropical escape. Fort Lauderdale is known as the Venice of America, and neighboring Wilton Manor is a gay haven. Miami and its South Beach area have long been popular gay sun and fun destinations, and the same is true for Key West. Moving inland, Orlando provides numerous theme park opportunities to enjoy, especially during Gay Days Orlando. Florida’s Gulf Coast provides a completely different vacation opportunity to enjoy in areas such as Tampa’s historic Seminole Heights neighborhood, plus St. Petersburg and Clearwater.
While it’s true that what happens in Las Vegas stays in Las Vegas, it’s not the sort of city where you need to be shy. With all the world-class gaming, entertainment and sights, the only problem may be that there’s too much to do. There’s not a gay section of Las Vegas, but the city’s great restaurants and clubs are numerous enough to be their own district. For something more rugged, the outlying desert and nearby Lake Mead are waiting to be explored. The same is true of southwestern cities like Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tucson, but the deluxe spas in these towns are perfect for unwinding after a day of hiking or sightseeing. |
