Pride Weekend in Key West, Florida
Key West always romances me swiftly. True, the queer scene is smaller than in P-Town or Palm Springs. However, gay travelers are still very visible and easily stand out among the tourist hordes thanks…
The Florida Keys Are Calling—Here’s What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Key West
Off the southernmost coast of Florida sits Key West, a small island whose slogan may as well be: Come as you are. Walking down Duval Street (which is basically the Bourbon Street of Key…
The 32 Best Gay Bars in America
When we gathered over Zoom to plan stories about LGBTQ+ lives, Esquire’s Market Editor Alfonso Fernandez Navas said something so profound and significant that we will quote it in full: “Can we, like, have fun?”…
The Best LGBTQ+ Bars In The US
Whether you are looking for a rowdy dance club, a convivial piano bar, a sporty gay bar, or a chill lounge — the thing that ties all LGBTQ+ establishments together is community —…
This spot in Key West is the best place in the world to watch a sunset, study says
When it comes to sunsets, no place is more popular than Key West. And in Key West, there’s no better place to watch the sunset than Mallory Square, according to a not-at-all dubious…
7 Queer Friendly Beaches For You And Your Family
The beach is a great place to relax with a book (not so much if you have young kids—sorry) and keep cool during the summer heat. Since COVID-19 is still very much a threat, staying outside is…
Key West One of Top 10 Fall Destinations
Queer travel mecca Key West, Florida was recently named the number two top Fall 2020 travel destination by Tripadvisor. The annual Seasonal Travel Index for Fall (defined as September 1 through November 30)…
Gay Bars Around The World Facing Collapse Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
From pulsating gay super clubs to basement drag cabarets and dimly-lit lesbian bars, the new coronavirus has shuttered LGBT+ nightlife venues worldwide, with some already forced to close permanently while others are scrambling…
Gay Key West: body positive on the Southernmost point
Yes, it’s that time of the year — resolutions abound. Social media is full of them. And I guess you could call this column one of those. As for last year, my resolutions…
The Quieter Side of Key West
When traveling to Key West, Fla., don’t over pack. I planned for three outfit changes per day, plus shoes. Huge mistake! I was in shorts and a bathing suit every single day and…