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1 Travel Airlines/Cruises/Resources/Vacation Packages

Alyson Adventures/Hanns Ebensten Travel Award-winning vacations from wildly active to totally relaxing: Hot fun in Brazil or Costa Rica Costa Rica (kŏs`tə rē`kə), officially Republic of Costa Rica, republic (2005 est. pop. 4,016,000), 19,575 sq mi (50,700 sq km), Central America. . Sail the Turquoise Coast of Turkey or cruise the Yangtze in China. Explore the cultures of Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia; or India and Sri Lanka Sri Lanka (srē läng`kə) [Sinhalese,=resplendent land], formerly Ceylon, ancient Taprobane, officially Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, island republic (2005 est. pop. . Go Down Under to Australia or New Zealand New Zealand (zē`lənd), island country (2005 est. pop. 4,035,000), 104,454 sq mi (270,534 sq km), in the S Pacific Ocean, over 1,000 mi (1,600 km) SE of Australia. The capital is Wellington; the largest city and leading port is Auckland.  on one of our wonderful winter getaways.

2 Aquafest

Aquafest GLBT GLBT Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered  Group Cruise Events provides all the excitement found on ship charters at up to HALF the price. Our large groups offer celebrity entertainment, excursions, professional hosts, and a full program of private events.

3 Atlantis Events, Inc.

Atlantis is the largest gay and lesbian tour operator in the world, handling about 15,000 guests per year on all-gay cruises, resorts, and tour vacations.

4 Dolphin Quest

Bringing you closer to these beauties of the sea with our fun, interactive dolphin encounter programs for singles, couples, and groups. Located in Hawaii and Bermuda.

5 GTO GTO Gran Turismo Omologato (Ferrari & Pontiac models)
GTO Go To
GTO Guanajuato (México)
GTO Great Teacher Onizuka (Japanese series)
GTO Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit
 Travel

Deluxe, first-class all-gay/lesbian cruise and tour vacations at great prices! Our fabulous 2006 itineraries include: Amsterdam Pride The Amsterdam Pride is an annual gay festival in Amsterdam. The festival has a canal parade that takes place on boats at the Prinsengracht and the Amstel river. The centre of the parties and concerts during the festival is the Rembrandtplein.  & Rhine River Rhine River
 German Rhein

River, western Europe. Rising in the Swiss Alps, it flows north and west through western Germany to drain through the delta region of The Netherlands into the North Sea. It is 820 mi (1,319 km) long and navigable for 540 mi (870 km).
 Cruise (July-August), Costa Rican Adventure tour (May), and Southern China & Tibet (October).GTO Travel--travel with you in mind!

6 Out in Force Travel

Out in Force specializes in affordable, exotic and youthful gay hosted group cruises and tours. Vacation with fun-loving like-minded travelers and get security and comfort of a gay hosted group at sensible prices.

7 Family Vacations

Join us on the most exciting and inclusive all-GLBT vacations including our summer cruise to Alaska and our adventure trip to the Galapagos Islands. Our trips are perfect for GLBT travelers, their families (kids included) and their friends.

8 RSVP (ReSerVation Protocol) A communications protocol that signals a router to reserve bandwidth for real time transmission. RSVP is designed to clear a path for audio and video traffic, eliminating annoying skips and hesitations.  Vacations

The premier all-gay and lesbian cruise, resort and tour provider. The first, the friendliest, the best! Indulge yourself! Experience the journey of a lifetime.

9 TravelPride Gay Vacations

Gay owned and operated, TravelPride operates small-ship all-gay cruises to unique destinations aboard five-Star ships. A fun, friendly, and new cruise experience awaits you in: Costa Rica + Panama, February 18-25, 2006, and Italian Riviera The Italian Riviera (Italian Riviera ligure) is the narrow coastal strip which lies between the Ligurian Sea and the mountain chain formed by the Maritime Alps and the  + Cote D'Azur, July 30-August 6, 2006. Contact us for more info!

10 Travel Guard International

Travel Guard International is America's leading travel insurance provider, covering more than 6 million travelers each year. Unlike those of many other travel insurance providers, Travel Guard's insurance programs include same-sex partners in their definition of family member.

* World View Travel

11 Cruising With Pride.com

For more than eight years we have been putting together affordable gay group cruises and also helping you get anywhere in the world. Hawaii, Mexico, Europe, RSVP, Atlantis, Above & Beyond, we do it all!

* Caribbean

12 La Samanna

A legend in the Caribbean, La Samanna appeals to a discriminating clientele seeking seclusion seclusion Forensic psychiatry A strategy for managing disturbed and violent Pts in psychiatric units, which consists of supervised confinement of a Pt to a room–ie, involuntary isolation, to protect others from harm , relaxation, fine dining, and attentive service. Tucked away in the friendly environs of St. Martin St. Martin

in midwinter, gave his cloak to a freezing beggar. [Christian Hagiog.: Brewer Dictionary]

See : Kindness
.

* Europe

13 Holland: Rembrandt's 400th Birthday Celebrations

In 2006, Holland will celebrate the 400th birthday of Rembrandt, Dutch master painter of the 17th century. His birth year will be commemorated with a unique program of exhibitions and events throughout Holland.

* Mexico

14 Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta (pwār`tō väyär`tä), city (1990 pop. 93,503), Jalisco state, W Mexico. Located on the expansive Bahía de Banderas [Bay of Flags], Puerto Vallarta has been used since the 16th cent.  Bianco

Overlooking the River Cuale, Bianco basks in the magic of the watercourse in Puerto Vallarta, as if it were floating between both worlds. This is an enchanted en·chant  
tr.v. en·chant·ed, en·chant·ing, en·chants
1. To cast a spell over; bewitch.

2. To attract and delight; entrance. See Synonyms at charm.
 experience by the bay, winner of the Five Star Diamond Award since 2003.

15 Blue Chairs

Beachfront beach·front  
n.
A strip of land facing or running along a beach.

adj.
Situated along or having direct access to a beach: beachfront hotels; beachfront property.

Noun 1.
 40-unit gay and lesbian hotel located directly on the gay beach. Three bars, two restaurants, Internet, 24-Hour security, concierge desk, rooftop pool, beach bar, daily entertainment, gay cruise. Standard rooms to suites.

16 Hotel Mercurio

Hotel Mercurio in Puerto Vallarta's gay neighborhood offers great service with Mexican friendliness. Well-equipped rooms and poolside breakfasts assure your satisfaction. Five-minute walk to the gay beach or to all the bars, clubs, restaurants, and shopping you could want.

17 Paco-Paco

Step into Puerto Vallarta's most popular gay nightclubs, where you will find something for everyone, from hot male strippers to drag shows, from sunset beers at the rooftop bar to late-night dancing. A must!

18 Posada po·sa·da  
n.
A Christmas festival originating in Latin America that dramatizes the search of Joseph and Mary for lodging.



[American Spanish, from Spanish, lodging, from posar,
 del Angel

Enjoy an adventure vacation in a romantic colonial inn with five elegant suites with beautiful baths and wood burning fireplaces. From the terrace From the Terrace is a 1960 motion picture directed by Mark Robson and starring Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Myrna Loy, Barbara Eden, Ina Balin, Leon Ames.

The screenplay was written by Ernest Lehman based on the 1958 novel by John O'Hara that tells the story of a
 you can watch the entire Panchoy Valley change hue as the sun sinks behind the towering volcanoes.

19 Puerto Vallarta Rental Premier Vacations

Our goal is to be the strongest Vacation Home Vacation Home

A home separate from an individual's primary residence that is used for recreational purposes and may also be rented out at unused times.

Notes:
For tax purposes, those who rent their vacation homes may result in a lower amount of allowable expense
, Condo, and Villa rental agency in Puerto Vallarta. It will be through our honest, knowledgeable customer service and our superb online rental reservation system that truly makes Puerto Vallarta Rental Premier Vacations successful.

20 Timothy Fuller Timothy Fuller (July 11, 1778 - October 1, 1835) was a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts. Born in Chilmark, Fuller received a classical education and was graduated from Harvard University in 1801. He taught at Leicester Academy, then studied law.  & Associates Real Estate

Unsurpassed representation for foreign investors in Mexico's exciting real estate market. Unequaled experience in sales, rentals, and property management serving all areas of the bay. We will make your foreign investment experience pleasant and rewarding.

21 Tropicasa Realty

With 7.99% financing and title insurance available, the best time to buy the vacation or retirement home of your dreams is NOW! Beachfront or hillside views, condos or villas, modern or colonial--everything is now within your reach!

22 Venegas Realty

Venegas Realty is Puerto Vallarta's only gay real estate company. For the discerning traveler looking to purchase a dream vacation home in the hottest and fastest-growing gay investment destination in Mexico.

* United States

23 Aramark Parks & Resorts

Discover America's Treasures! Stay in spectacular National Park, Forest and Recreation Area destinations from coast to coast: Alaska, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Colorado and Virginia. Enjoy houseboating, unique lodging, interpretive tours, dining, sightseeing, shopping and more. Many packages available.

* California

24 Palm Springs Cathedral City Resort Hotel

OCBC OCBC Orange County Business Council
OCBC Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (Singapore)
OCBC Oakland Cannabis Buyers' Cooperative
OCBC Oil City Birdge Club
OCBC Oil City Bridge Club (Casper, WY) 
 Resort Hotel an all male resort with a complete selection of amenities and special events--close to all Palm Springs has to offer. Located on 3.5 acres, we are the largest clothing-optional resort in the desert!

25 Century Palm Springs

Recently reviewed as a "Mid-Century Masterpiece," this is where you'll find the modern designs of yesterday as well as the contemporary designs of today. Luxurious bedding, delicious continental breakfasts, cozy cocktail hours, and unsurpassed mountain views make this Warm Sands resort like none other in the area.

26 Desert Paradise Resort Hotel

Elegance, romance, and beauty with fun, warm, kind, nice people. Cleanest rooms anywhere, well-maintained garden. Award-winning, grand standing, always accommodating, and fun-loving. Pool, spa, outdoor shower, and 15 adult video channels. Breakfast, sunshine, fire pit, starlight, and breathtaking views. Need we say more?

27 InnDulge Palm Springs: California- Palm Springs

Legendary gay men's hotel in the heart of Warm Sands. Out & About's FIVE-PALM Rating in 2005! Clothing is forever optional! 24 rooms, 24-hour pool and Jacuzzi. Fun, friendly, INNdulgent!

28 Inn Exile

At Inn Exile, clothing is always optional. The atmosphere couldn't be more inviting, with four pools, two Jacuzzis, a steam room, complete gymnasium, and an outdoor fireplace. Being gay is a way of life. A man's resort--it's your destiny.

29 La Dolce Vita Resort

Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains San Jacinto Mountains

Segment of the Pacific Coast Ranges, southwestern California, U.S. San Jacinto Peak is the highest point in these mountains, at 10,804 ft (3,293 m); the city of Palm Springs lies at its eastern base.
, your day begins with a scrumptious continental breakfast, then take a stroll through lush tropical gardens, complete with fountains and sculptures, or relax in the sauna or around two pools or two spas while taking in majestic mountain views. Enjoy the sweet life at La Dolce Vita Resort!

30 La Posada Resorts Palm Springs

Upscale ... NOT Uptight! Two stunning locations. Stay at one, Play at both. Clothing Optional. Our resorts are often referred to as Palm Springs Gay Eden's. Simply the best service and hospitality you will experience in the Desert!

31 Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism

Palm Springs is the ultimate gay destination, with over 30 gay resorts, incredible al fresco dining, world-class attractions, and awesome weather year-round. Palm Springs' nightlife is hot and always exciting!

32 Studios of Palm Springs

The Studios offer well appointed private and semiprivate sem·i·pri·vate  
adj.
Shared with usually one to three other hospital patients: a semiprivate room.

Adj. 1.
 rooms equipped with fiat-screen televisions and include kitchenettes, sitting areas, pool, and private patios. Continental breakfast is offered each day.

33 Terrazzo terrazzo

Type of flooring consisting of marble chips set in cement or epoxy resin that is poured and ground smooth when dry. Terrazzo was ubiquitous in the 20th century in commercial and institutional buildings.
 

Terrazzo is one of the finest resorts for gay men in Palm Springs. Intimate, upscale, and friendly. A gay men's hotel where you can relax, rejuvenate re·ju·ve·nate  
tr.v. re·ju·ve·nat·ed, re·ju·ve·nat·ing, re·ju·ve·nates
1. To restore to youthful vigor or appearance; make young again.

2.
, and be completely catered to.

34 The Villa Resort Palm Springs

The Villa Resort is Palm Springs' largest full-service gay and lesbian resort. The spacious grounds include 42 casitas, Butterfield's Adobe Restaurant, the Villa Mainstage and the V Lounge.

35 Vista Grande Resorts

Notorious exotic mate playground. Waterfalls, nude sunbathing, poolside studios, atrium, apartments with kitchens, lavish jungle Waterfall Suites surrounding the Blue Lagoon. Three pools, three spas, huge steam room. Fun, beautiful, and provocative.

36 Warm Sands Villas

Historic property located in Palm Springs' largest gay neighborhood. Spanish-style architecture with 26 bungalow-style studios and suites set around a generous pool in lush landscaping. Friendly staff and ample amenities.

* San Diego

37 Hotel del Coronado The Hotel del Coronado is a luxury hotel in the City of Coronado, just across the San Diego Bay from San Diego, California. It is one of the few surviving examples of an American architectural genre: the wooden Victorian beach resort.  

The legendary Hotel del Coronado invites you to join the free e-mail Del Discover Club for more information about the resort, special packages, and sweepstakes.

* Florida

38 Greater Fort Lauderdale

Turquoise water. Platinum sand. Emerald palms. Golden sun. Immerse yourself in a chic combination of sea, sun, sand, shopping, arts, and entertainment. Just out-and-out fun in the sun thanks to the many gay-friendly hotels and countless lesbian and gay bars and restaurants.

* Fort Lauderdale

39 Cheston House

From the moment you step in to our private, tropical, clothing optional courtyard, you will be embraced by unmatched hospitality, immaculate lush surroundings, and an easy camaraderie--Where elegance meets affordability.

40 La Casa Del Mar

Style and Comfort. La Casa Del Mar is recommended by Frommer's, Lonely Planet, and The New York New York, state, United States
New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of
 Times. This gorgeous gay Bed and Breakfast is merely a minute walk from the gay beach in sunny Fort Lauderdale, the "Venice of America."

* Hawaii

41 Maul Maul Sunseeker

The Maul Sunseeker is a newly renovated 16-room gay-owned and -operated hotel. Welcoming all, but catering primarily to the gay and lesbian traveler, Maui Sunseeker is the place for gorgeous Pacific Ocean views, seasonal whale watching, and magical Maul sunsets.

* Waikiki

42 Hyatt Waikiki

Luxuriate lux·u·ri·ate  
intr.v. lux·u·ri·at·ed, lux·u·ri·at·ing, lux·u·ri·ates
1. To take luxurious pleasure; indulge oneself.

2. To proliferate.

3. To grow profusely; thrive.
 in Hyatt Regency Waikiki's oversized o·ver·size  
n.
1. A size that is larger than usual.

2. An oversize article or object.

adj. o·ver·size also o·ver·sized
Larger in size than usual or necessary.
 guests rooms with balconies offering spectacular views. Relax in the Na Ho'ola Spa and enjoy award-winning restaurants and entertainment, as we welcome you with the spirit of Aloha.

* Nevada

43 Lake Las Vegas Lake Las Vegas is located in Henderson, Nevada. Lake Las Vegas refers to both a man made 320 acre (0 km) lake and to the area built around the lake. The area is sometimes referred to as the Lake Las Vegas Resort.  Hyatt Regency Lake Las Vegas

Pamper pam·per  
tr.v. pam·pered, pam·per·ing, pam·pers
1. To treat with excessive indulgence: pampered their child.

2.
 yourself and take advantage of the luxurious amenities of this Mediterranean oasis. Terraced into the hills above Las Vegas, this destination resort beckons you like a candle in the desert. Come see our Vegas.

* Las Vegas

44 Hairspray at Luxor Las Vegas

Musical smash hit Hairspray begins its multi-year engagement at Luxor Las Vegas in February 2006, featuring Harvey Fierstein and Dick Latessa reprising their Tony-Award-winning roles as Edna and Wilbur Turbland for 12 weeks only.

45 NEW YORK-NEW YORK HOTEL & CASINO

Our rooms are the last place you'll go given the nightlife we've got in store. You'll be hardpressed to make it back to your rooms by daybreak. Which is fine-they look even more beautiful in natural light.

46 Washington, D.C.

Celebrate the freedom to be. After all, it's your city. More than just monuments and museums, the nation's capital welcomes you with diverse neighborhoods, amazing restaurants, groundbreaking theater, lively festivals, and stylish hotels.
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