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Coconut Cove Gay Guesthouse Fort Lauderdale Beach, FL | Mark's List

Coconut Cove Gay Guesthouse Fort Lauderdale Beach, FL | Mark's List | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Coconut Cove Guesthouse Gay Resort Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach, 33304

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Mark's List's curator insight, August 15, 2013 12:51 PM

Built in 1939, the lush courtyard is easily overlooked from The Coconut Cove Guesthouse's plantation-style wooden verandas and louvered doors opening from the spacious guest rooms. The savvy Gay traveler to Fort Luaderdale will appreciate the Coconut Cove Guesthouse's modern amenities like, Wi-Fi wireless computer connections, DVD Players, efficiency or full kitchens and full modern bathrooms. Continental breakfast is included.  

The Coconut Cove Gay Guesthouse is located only 1/2 block from theSebastian Street Gay Beach. Towels and beach chairs are provided for guest use.


Lots more photos, reservation, location and contact info on Mark's List here: http://www.jumponmarkslist.com/us/fl/fll/hotels/coconut-cove-gay-guesthouse-fort-lauderdale-beach.php

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Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Fort Lauderdale, FL | Mark's List

Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Fort Lauderdale, FL | Mark's List | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Becoming a member of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce brings you side-by-side with us as we continually make outreach and partner with local business organizations wishing to promote the LGBT business community.

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Mark's List's curator insight, August 14, 2013 11:18 AM

Becoming a member of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce isn't just about the financial support your membership provides, it's about the relationship. Becoming a member of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce brings you side-by-side with us as we continually make outreach and partner with local business organizations wishing to promote the LGBT business community. We will also promote Greater Fort Lauderdale to national organizations wishing to increase their opportunities and reach within our LGBT business community.


Contact info and lots more about the GFLGCC on Mark's List here: http://www.jumponmarkslist.com/us/fl/fll/community-organizations/greater-fort-lauderdale-gay-lesbian-chamber-commerce.php ;

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Alexander's Gay & Lesbian Guesthouse Key West, FL | Mark's List

Alexander's Gay & Lesbian Guesthouse Key West, FL | Mark's List | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Built in the early 1900's, Alexander's Guesthouse in Key West Florida was lovingly restored and opened as a resort in 1981.

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Mark's List's curator insight, August 12, 2013 12:37 PM

Built in the early 1900's, Alexander's Guesthouse in Key West Florida was lovingly restored and opened as a resort in 1981. The owners took great care to insure that the unique characteristics of the original structures were maintained while integrating all the modern conveniences that a savvy traveler expects. Many rooms have private verandas or decks. Every morning there's a Continental breakfast and in the evening cocktails are served poolside.

The grounds are secluded with sun decks on three levels. The lush tropical pool is accented with hibiscus and bougainvillea. Located on Fleming Street in the heart of  historic district, Old Town. Out and About magazine gave Alexander's their Editors Choice Award seven years in a row.

Alexander’s is an escape for the soul. comfortable beds with crisp white linens, a pool and Jacuzzi to melt cares away, delicious breakfasts to rejuvenate with and a friendly Happy Hour where guests are invited to mix and mingle with complimentary cocktails.

Full concierge services are available, Alexander's will be happy to help you plan activities, assist you in your dining choices and secure your reservations. Together we will create your dream vacation.

You can find more about Alexander's Guesthouse in Key West here: http://www.jumponmarkslist.com/us/fl/eyw/hotels/alexanders-guesthouse-key-west.php

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Mova Lounge (Michigan at Lincoln Road) Miami Beach, FL | Mark's List

Mova Lounge (Michigan at Lincoln Road) Miami Beach, FL | Mark's List | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
MOVA Lounge, Miami Beach is open 3 pm-3 am every day of the week and is a contemporary, up-scale primarily Gay lounge on Michigan Avenue & Lincoln Road in the heat of Miami Beach.

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Mark's List's curator insight, August 12, 2013 3:23 PM

MOVA Lounge, Miami Beach is open 3pm-3am every day of the week and is a contemporary, up-scale lounge on Michigan Avenue & Lincoln Road in the heat of Miami Beach. MOVA features hand-crafted specialty cocktails and martinis, a smoke-free environment, plush comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, state-of-the-art lighting, and video walls. Each night of the week MOVA features drink specials and events. Lots more about Mova Miami Beach after the Jump onto Mark's List: http://www.jumponmarkslist.com/us/fl/mia/bars/mova-lounge-gay-bar-pub-miami-beach-fl.php

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Wander Girls India – New Women Travel Business

Wander Girls India – New Women Travel Business | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Women are travelling together - joining a women's tour - staying in women's accommodation - they are travelling alone, with other women friends, with lesbian partners. Women are hosting accommodation and creating tours.
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Manchester Proud

Manchester Proud | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
This year’s Manchester Pride will be particularly celebratory, as the festivities - more than two decades strong - celebrate the passage of the England and Wales Marriage Bill. But there’s more to Manchester than just Pride...
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Louisville: Bourbon, Boys And Big Thrill

Louisville: Bourbon, Boys And Big Thrill | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
The South full of BIG GAY surprises — take “just add bourbon” Louisville for example: Who knew it had the largest gay bar in the [...] (NewNowNext Travel: Louisville: Bourbon, Boys And Big Thrills: Drag queens, giant bats, bourbon and so much more...
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Desert hearts - Gay Flagstaff, Arizona

Desert hearts - Gay Flagstaff, Arizona | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

The laid-back, cultured and pine-studded college town of Flagstaff has plenty going for it and makes a terrific base for exploring northern Arizona.

The largest city on Interstate 40 between L.A. and Albuquerque, Flagstaff is known for its seemingly endless supply of inexpensive chain motels and restaurants. Sadly, too many road-tripping visitors never get much beyond the exit ramp before continuing on with their journeys. In fact, this well-kept, historic city of about 66,000 is worth getting to know — it’s renowned for cool, dry summers and snowy but sunny winters, and has enough diversions and attractions to keep you busy for several days.

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Palm Springs, The Official Host City Of Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend, Launches New Destination Gay Wedding Website

Palm Springs, The Official Host City Of Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend, Launches New Destination Gay Wedding Website | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
As one of the #1 LGBT travel destinations, the city, dubbed “the new Gay Mecca” boasts more gay and gay-friendly restaurants, nightclubs, hotels, retailers and other businesses than any other one gay destination in the world.
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It's been a great year for Equal Rights in California and other parts of the nation. Good to see Palm Springs becoming a Go-To place for weddings and honeymoons. Our little tourist town welcomes - and needs the LGBT cultural and economic boost. It will help make our Queer Community more lively and vibrant than ever!

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Enjoy a Gay Halloween "Honeymoon" in New Orleans and Enter NOTMC Sweepstakes

Enjoy a Gay Halloween "Honeymoon" in New Orleans and Enter NOTMC Sweepstakes | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

New Orleans Tourism Marketing Corporation, NOTMC, will award a trip for two to an LGBT winner to celebrate the 30th anniversary of 'Halloween's in New Orleans' weekend to benefit Project Lazurus.

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Market Days Aug. 10-11

Market Days Aug. 10-11 | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Gear up for a weekend filled with music and festivities with 100,000 of your best friends. Market Days is happening this weekend in Chicago's Lakeview East nei (Who are you most excited to see at @Northalsted Market Days?
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Nashville: Could it be the next GLBT travel destination?

Nashville: Could it be the next GLBT travel destination? | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Nashville is pretty gay. Even the hit ABC television show Nashville has made closeted-country-star-wannabe Will Lexington a series regular for its second season. It’s fair to say that anytime an area is bolstered by the arts and entertainment industry, music in this case, you can expect the GLBT community to play a significant role in the area’s inertia.

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Fort Lauderdale Gay Beach at Sebastian Street

Fort Lauderdale Gay Beach at Sebastian Street | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Fort Lauderdale's Sebastian Street Gay Beach is located at Sebastian Street and North Atlantic Boulevard (A1-A), Fort Lauderdale. The location is within a few blocks of most of many of Fort Lauderdale's Gay Resorts and Hotels.

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Mark's List's curator insight, August 14, 2013 4:58 PM


Fort Lauderdale's Sebastian Street Gay Beach is located at Sebastian Street and North Atlantic Boulevard (A1-A), Fort Lauderdale. This is the most popular gay beach in Fort Lauderdale and the location is within a few blocks of most of Fort Lauderdale's Gay Resorts and Hotels, including the Grand Resort and Spa, Coconut Cove Guesthouse, the Elysium Resort, Villa Venice and several others. You can find a complete list of Fort Lauderdale hotels benath the map on the right hand column. The vast majority of Gay and Lesbian businesses are located a couple of miles away in WilMa. You can find more about the dozens of Gay and Lesbian bars, nightclubs, shops and restaurants here: Gay and Lesbian Wilton Manors

If you're looking for a landmark to find the beach, the Ritz Carlton Fort Lauderdale is directly across the street. If you are interested in finding a private, secluded and tucked away Gay and Lesnbian beach, this is not it! Fort Lauderdale is home to one of the largest Gay and Lesbian populations in the United States and the Gay beach is right on the main beach road in the most popular area. 


You can see more photos and a chek out a map of the beach and everything LGBT friendly around the beach on Mark's List right here: http://www.jumponmarkslist.com/us/fl/fll/parks-recreation/sebastian-street-gay-beach-fort-lauderdale.php

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Bourbon Street Pub Gay Bar & Nightclub | Mark's List

Bourbon Street Pub Gay Bar & Nightclub | Mark's List | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
There is something for everyone at the Bourbon Street Pub in Key West. The Men of Bourbon entertain nightly. The nightclub includes a large patio bar with pool, indoor dance floor and plenty of cruising.

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Mark's List's curator insight, August 13, 2013 3:47 PM

Gay owned and operated, The Bourbon St. Pub Complex in Key West started with Bourbon St. Pub opening in October of 1995 and has continued to grow ever since. The Bourbon St. Pub Complex now consists of the original Bourbon St. Pub, 801 Bourbon Bar,Pizza Joe's and the New Orleans House.
 
There is something for everyone at the Bourbon St. Pub Complex. Enjoy the night life at Bourbon St. Pub, 801 Bourbon Bar, or One Saloon. Stay in the middle of all the action at New Orleans House guest house and enjoy casual dining at Magnolias or just grab a piece to go at Pizza Joes.
Entertaining visitors from around the world the Bourbon St. Pub Complex hosts many exciting events through out the year. Bourbon St. Pub Complex also works with other organizations to promote events around the world such as Atlantis Events, Gayopoly, RSVP, the former Mr. Hotlanta, Bunnies on the Bayou, and many others.
 
Key West also offers endless adventures such as parasailing, snorkeling in the reefs surrounding the island, sunsets at the famous Malory square, touring the Hemingway House, the Butterfly Conservatory, and many other wonderful adventures. The complex includes Bourbon Street Pub, 801 Bourbon Bar, One Saloon, New Orleans House, Magnolias, and Pizza Joes. 

 

Location and contact info after the Jump onto Mark's List: http://www.jumponmarkslist.com/us/fl/eyw/bars/bourbon-street-pub-gay-nightclub-complex.php

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About the Gay & Lesbian WilMa Neighborhood, Mark's List | Mark's List

About the Gay & Lesbian WilMa Neighborhood, Mark's List | Mark's List | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
In the past decade downtown Wilton Manors has evolved into a nearly one mile long corridor of Gay and Lesbian owned, shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs.

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Mark's List's curator insight, August 7, 2013 9:49 AM

Wilton Manors (affectionately referred to as WilMa) is a city within the larger city of Fort Lauderdale. Wilton Manors is home to one of America's largest year-round populations of Gay and Lesbian residents. Wilton Manors was the second city in the country (after West Hollywood, California) to elect a Gay-majority city council.

In the past decade downtown Wilton Manors has evolved into a nearly one mile long corridor of Gay and Lesbian owned, shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. The main street, Wilton Drive, is closed several times a year for LGBT festivals and events that are sponsored by Mark's List. The larger of the events are Stonewall Street Festival in June and Wicked Manors, a Halloween event that attracts tens of thousands of costumed revelers from all over the world.

Broward County is home to over 4,100 restaurants and over 120 nightclubs (1/3 of them are Gay or Lesbian oriented). Several of the nightclubs are located in downtown Fort Lauderdale's Arts & Entertainment district, but most LGBT establishments are located in Wilton Manors, the "Gayborhood of South Florida." 

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Family Pride Week 'A Refuge From Life' For Kids Of Gays And Lesbians

Family Pride Week 'A Refuge From Life' For Kids Of Gays And Lesbians | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

For people in Provincetown, Mass., an iconic gay vacation spot on the toe of Cape Cod, July 13 through July 21 is "Bear Week," a "massive bear-fest that draws men...

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A redesigned Shamrock Bar & Grill to open in September - #GayMadison WI

A redesigned Shamrock Bar & Grill to open in September - #GayMadison WI | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

With new ownership, a redesigned business concept and freshly exposed Cream City brick walls, Robert Mahr is excited to present the renamed Shamrock Bar & Grill to the LGBT and greater Madison community.

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WATCH: GayTravel.com guru recaps Dallas Purple Party

WATCH: GayTravel.com guru recaps Dallas Purple Party | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
I spent a few days hanging out with Bryan Kosarek, the GayTravel.com's travel guru as he checked out the Purple Party and Dallas gay life.
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Bali Gay

Bali Gay | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

We are Bali’s leading Gay and Lesbian professional travel specialists, established in 1999, with years of experience organizing both individual and group tours. Our selection of hotels and villas is the best the island has to offer and our tour are meticulously planned, allowing our customers to have a worry free and fabulous vacation, and all at reasonable prices.

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Gay Games 2014 coming to Cleveland 'to make history'

Gay Games 2014 coming to Cleveland 'to make history' | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

"I think people are looking at the LGBT community in a different light and we are thrilled that these games will be in the heartland because if we are successful that will send a message," Nobbe told the Akron Roundtable at Quaker Station. "It's one thing to hold the games in San Francisco or Sydney, it's another thing to hold this in Northeast Ohio."

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Sitges, Spain: A Gay Euro Classic For Summertime Play

Sitges, Spain: A Gay Euro Classic For Summertime Play | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Sitges has a year-round population around 20,000, doesn't attract queers alone - in fact, they're greatly outnumbered by straight singles, couples, and families during the summer season. But its gay appeal reaches generations back into history that a century ago attracted the boho likes of Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, and other arty types. From there, not unlike Cape Cod’s Provincetown, by the 70’s and 80’s it’d morphed into a resort that’s not just hetero-popular but also one of Europe’s top gay travel favorites every June-through-September.

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Chasing rainbows | Daily Xtra

Chasing rainbows | Daily Xtra | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
With WorldPride coming in 2014, how does Toronto fare as a gay destination? (RT @dailyxtra: Chasing rainbows - With WorldPride coming in 2014, how does Toronto fare as a gay destination?
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Marriott Goes Platinum to Support 2014 Gay Games

Marriott Goes Platinum to Support 2014 Gay Games | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Marriott International is stepping up to the plate as a platinum sponsor and exclusive hotel partner for the world's largest...

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Big Gay Things Are Happening in Dallas!

Big Gay Things Are Happening in Dallas! | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

One of the top ten largest cities in America, big things are happening in Dallas, Texas. From the largest arts district in the country, to some of the best entertainment and social venues, the LGBT community is taking notice of Dallas as a hot spot to visit, party, enjoy great food, and some of the best shopping in the country.


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Gay Traveler's curator insight, August 9, 2013 8:39 AM

A laundry list of gay stuff in Dallas.