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A good trip leaves room to change your plans. Our week in Mykonos included a party we’d skip next time—and beach afternoons we’d happily repeat. Start with the destination guides below, or browse for somewhere new to go.

Where to go

Our gay Maspalomas trip — our stay at Seven Hotel & Wellness, with beach days and a private yacht outing.
Our week in gay Mykonos — Elia Beach, late nights and the private-pool suite we loved, with our own photos.
Palm Springs like a local — places to stay and go out, with time away from the pool.
Our Napa Valley weekend — a personal account of a wine-country getaway.

Find a beach

Browse gay beach destinations around the world, or take a closer look at gay beaches in California.

Before you pack

Work out what to bring with our guide to packing light for a week. For planning together, read vacation tips for gay couples.

These stories span several years. Check the date on each article and confirm current venue details before making plans.

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