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ACTIVITIES Rollin' on the river, courtesy of the Chicago Electric Boat Company
- Running out of ideas regarding what to do this summer? Well, it turns out there's nothing like going down the river in a boat built for two (with social distancing). I recently cruised down the Chicago ...
TRAVEL San Antonio, a spot that defies and embraces Texas
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Special to the online edition of Windy City Times
- San Antonio is one city that encompasses what one may think of Texas—but also extends beyond one's perceptions of the state. Yes, there are the seemingly requisite cowboy hats and (emblematic of the notion that "everything ...
WORLD Travel meeting postponed, Hong Kong ruling, African refugees, Grindr sold
- The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association—scheduled to take place in Milan, Italy—has been postponed to September/October because of coronavirus concerns, an organizational press release announced. The release stated, "The outbreak of ...
Make a pit stop in Indy for a gay ol' time
- Approximately three hours outside of Chicago, Indianapolis, Indiana has a lot to offer travelers in terms of cuisine, history and nightlife. Start off by staying at the Conrad Hotel in Downtown Indianapolis to be centrally located ...
TRAVEL Ireland, Northern Ireland: A land of rainbows
- Possibly the friendliest country anywhere, Ireland is a lush, green island in the North Atlantic. The Republic of Ireland is divided in two, with Northern Ireland being a part of the United Kingdom. This splits the ...
TRAVEL Louisville: Putting a twist on Southern hospitality
- The South is renowned for many things—including food and its vaunted hospitality. However, it also has been maligned for, among other things, what non-Southerners might call "backward thinking." Well, take a look at Louisville, which one ...
The Camino Project, an experiment in travel
- Far removed from the constructs of your typical theater experience, Theatre Y evokes participation, both physical and emotional. The Camino Project is an experimental experience birthed from its writer, Evan Hill's and its director, his wife, ...
Event promotes LGBTQ tourism in Israel
- On Aug. 8 at Goddess and the Baker, 225 N. Lasalle St., the Israel Ministry of Tourism hosted a happy hour. The most eye-catching display, perhaps, was the rainbow cake peppered with mini-Israeli flags. Next to ...
TRAVEL Driftless and daring: Mineral Point, Wisconsin
- Thousands of years ago when the glaciers razed the Midwest and flattened the landscape, they left certain areas untouched, unmarred. These areas—known as the "driftless" areas—abound with lush, green, rolling ...
TRAVEL Arizona: Hot and cool
- "Arizonans are like lizards." I heard this sentence while recently visiting the neighboring cities of Phoenix and Tempe—and it certainly wasn't meant to slam residents. Rather, it was a comment on the habits of people who ...
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Gay tourism group cancels Ethopian trip after death threats
- Dan Ware, the owner of Chicago-based Toto Tours—which has a mostly gay clientele—has cancelled an October trip to Ethiopia after receiving death threats from people in the African country, the Chicago Sun-Times reported. The "Treasures of ...
TRAVEL Portland: Something for everyone
- First things first: Portland isn't nearly as granola as I thought it might be. Before visiting the Western city for the first time, I was told/warned (by various individuals) that Portland is, among other things, a ...
STAYCATION REVIEW The Langham Chicago
- The Langham Chicago (330 N. Wabash St.; http://; has earned plaudits from various publications, including five stars from Forbes. However, I checked out this place to see if it's really ...
NYC Pride announces World Pride opening ceremony June 26, Whoopi Goldberg to host
- NEW YORK, NY, APRIL 05, 2019 — NYC Pride, the host of WorldPride 2019. Stonewall 50,formally unveiled today the location and initial talent line-up of the official Opening Ceremony of WorldPride. The Wednesday, June 26, 2019, ...
Illinois Office of Tourism Wins Spartacus Traveler Award for #AmazingForAll
- CHICAGO— The Illinois Office of Tourism's #AmazingForAll campaign received the Spartacus Traveler Award for best LGBTQ tourism campaign during ITB Berlin, the world's leading travel trade show. Spartacus, a leading ...
STAYCATION REVIEW Swissotel
- The European-themed Swissotel Chicago (323 E. Wacker Dr.; http://; brands itself as a luxury hotel—one of a part of a global chain, and is the only Swissotel in the United States. But is the local hotel ...
STAYCATION REVIEW Fieldhouse Jones
- River North spot Fieldhouse Jones (312 W. Chestnut St.; https://fieldhousejones.com/) is certainly unique, thanks to its loft-style rooms, pervasive sports theme and laid-back style. But is it worth your time ...
TRAVEL Philadelphia, a lot more than the Liberty Bell
- Mention Philadelphia, and most people seem to think of two things: Philly steaks and history. Regarding the latter, there are so many well-known places and items, including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and many more. However, ...
WORLD Marriage news, HIV prosecution, Cuba travel
- The president of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, on Dec. 5, reiterated her support of marriage rights for same-sex couples, The Washington Blade noted. "There's only one race in the world and that's the human ...
A visit to the gay capital of South Florida
- Witon Manors, Florida, is perfect for a car free, carefree holiday—and it has arguably the best walkable LGBTQ village in the country. The small city is just north of Fort Lauderdale, in the southern part of ...
TRAVEL Hello, Columbus, Much more than a college town
- I've had the good fortune to travel to Columbus, Ohio, a few times—and I've convinced more and more people that it's a great place to visit. Why is that? Because, despite some individuals' perceptions that The ...
VALUE TRAVEL Downtown LA, The city's walkable gayborhood
- Have you been to downtown LA (DTLA) lately? If not, plan on a visit soon. I hadn't and was stunned to see that the downtown core has been totally repurposed as a cool hipster hangout complete ...
HRC Promotes Workplace Inclusion in Argentina at LGBT Business, Tourism Summit
- BUENOS AIRES — Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, the educational arm of America's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization, participated in GNETWORK 360 ...
Local women arrange Italy LGBTQ adventures
- Chicago's Lesley Pritkin and Rosanne Cofoid are offering LGBTQ-specific adventures in Italy with unique venues for same-sex wedding celebrations and honeymoons that cater to all tastes and budgets. Said venues include tiny ...
VALUE TRAVEL Fabulous Philadelphia, Perfect for a long weekend
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Special to the online edition of Windy City Times
by Bill Malcolm
- Philadelphia makes for a perfect long weekend. Steeped in American history, the city is very walkable and has a great "Gayborhood" filled with lots of bars and restaurants including a great LBGTQ bookstore, Giovanni's Room. Getting ...
TRAVEL Everything comes up roses in Pasadena
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Special to the online edition of Windy City Times
- Pasadena is peaceful city located just 10 miles northeast of the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. The name "Pasadena" comes from the Chippewa word meaning "crown of the valley," describing the area at the base ...
Travel map shows LGBTQI intolerance worldwide
- Global travel insurance provider WorldNomads.com has released a map of (in)tolerance — revealing which countries are potentially dangerous for LGBTQI travelers because of legal status and societal attitudes. The company ...
MORE ON SULLIVAN Reminiscing about Sullivan's theater
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- When I was 19 years old I was an Equity Apprentice at the Little Theatre-on-the-Square. At that time, being an apprentice was how you became a member of Actors Equity Association, the actors' and stage managers' ...
Activities in Sullivan, Boutiques, antiques, beaches and more
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Sidebar to Sullivan, Illinois, a theater and a thruple thrive
- From theatergoers to campers to shoppers, Sullivan caters to tourists. The Little Theatre on the Square is the marquee attraction, but there area is burgeoning with additional options. Read on for things to do and places ...
Chicago women launch LGBTQ travel companies specializing in same-sex weddings in Italy
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From a press release
- CHICAGO, IL (JUNE2018) —To Italy lovers, Rome is the most romantic city in Europe — sorry Paris! Amid passionate residents, spectacular natural beauty, great food, and flowing wine, Italy inspires love for ...
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