Queer Travel Chat by Two Bad Tourists

Madrid is a destination worth a visit on its own, but just beyond the city limits are some of Spain’s most breathtaking and historic destinations. In this episode, we’re taking you on four unforgettable day trips you can’t miss during your visit to Madrid. From the medieval charm of Toledo, to the Roman aqueducts of Segovia, the fortress walls of Ávila, and the hanging houses of Cuenca, we cover why each of these spots is worth a day on your itinerary. Listen now for travel tips, typical dishes, and must-see sights in each of these easy escapes from Spain’s capital city.7 Days in Spain Gay Group Trip  – Madrid, Toledo & Segoviahttps://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-in-spain-madrid-toledo-segovia/ Gay Madrid – the best gay hotels, bars, clubs & more https://twobadtourists.com/gay-madrid-a-gay-travel-guide-to-spains-capital-city/S1E23: Your Gay Guide to Madrid, Spain https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vMlg8TJpqH3bmDBcNj02M?si=z8mHkiYSS-S4OyOd60ScTA

Wondering how gay-friendly Nice is or what Queernaval is all about? In this episode, Richard—our travel writer, nightlife guide, trip leader, and all-around expert—shares insights from his recent trip to Nice, France, and his experience at the LGBTQ+ carnival event. Tune in for insider tips to help plan your next gaycation in the sunny south of France.Gay Guide to Nice, Francehttps://twobadtourists.com/gay-nice-a-gay-travel-guide-to-frances-mediterranean-hotspot/ Beautiful, Queer and Nice – Queernaval is Perfect Gaycation Materialhttps://twobadtourists.com/beautiful-queer-and-nice-queernaval-is-perfect-gaycation-material SPONSERSHotel Windsor Jungle Art Hotelhttps://www.hotelwindsornice.com/en/Nice’s Lou Queernavalhttps://www.nicecarnaval.com/ Explore Nice Cote d’Azurhttps://www.explorenicecotedazur.com/en/prepare-your-holidays/my-nice-cote-dazur/gay-friendly/ 

In this episode, we chat with Nathalie Goldstein, CEO and Co-Founder of My Expat Taxes, to discuss her move to Austria and the tax challenges US expats face while living abroad. Nathalie shares her firsthand experience and offers practical advice on navigating expat taxes.We also discuss why many expats are choosing Spain over other destinations. We explore the various visa options available—including the new remote work visa—as we share our own journey and tips on securing the right visa for you. Whether you’re planning a move to Spain or already living the expat life, this episode is full of valuable insights on top expat destinations, Spanish visa requirements, and managing taxes abroad. SPONSORMy Expat Taxeshttps://www.myexpattaxes.com/

In this episode, we’re uncorking a truly special conversation with Gary Saperstein, founder of Out in the Vineyard and the man behind Gay Wine Weekend—an event that blends world-class wine with LGBTQ+ community, celebration, and connection in California’s wine country.Gary, a Sonoma local for over two decades, brings his passion for hospitality, wine, and inclusivity to this annual event, which features tastings, gourmet dinners, vineyard tours, and plenty of parties, of course.SPONSORSOut in the Vineyardhttps://www.outinthevineyard.com/ https://www.gaywineweekend.com https://www.instagram.com/outinthevineyard 

Do you know about the benefits of ayahuasca? We chat about them with Brad Wells, Founder & Steward of Reunion Experience in Costa Rica, and Alex Theberge, Cultivating Pride Psychotherapist & Ceremony Leader. Reunion Experience is a not-for-profit beach-front healing center in Costa Rica offering ayahuasca ceremonies, combining indigenous traditions with science to promote personal growth, healing, and transformation. Curious about Cultivating Pride? Book a Discovery Call: https://bit.ly/4129qks  SPONSORS  Reunion Experience  https://www.instagram.com/reunion.experience/ 

In this episode, Auston takes David (and you!) along on his recent journey to Osaka, Japan, revealing why the city stands out for LGBTQ+ travelers. From navigating current LGBTQ+ rights in Japan to uncovering what Osaka’s Pride celebration is like, we dive into the city’s welcoming spirit and vibrant community. Wondering if Osaka should be on your travel radar? Tune in to find out!  SPONSORS  Booking.com  www.booking.com/proud.html  Travel Proud certified hotels in Japan  GigSky  gigsky.pxf.io/eKdZYg Osaka Convention & Tourism Board  visitgayosaka.com

Bilal El Hammoumy from Inclusive Morocco shares insights about his travel company, which offers tailor-made itineraries across Morocco, providing luxury, comfort, and unique immersive experiences. He explains his efforts to encourage the LGBTQ+ community to visit Morocco and discusses how his company aims to positively impact the gay community while also promoting environmental sustainability. SPONSOR  Inclusive Morocco https://www.inclusivemorocco.com/ https://www.instagram.com/inclusive.morocco/ 

We recently visited Málaga & Torremolinos and discuss both destinations including why you should go, what you should do, where to stay, and the gay scene, of course. This episode is sponsored by McArthurGlen Designer Outlets, where you can get a luxury outlet shopping experience with over 100 brands at discounts up to 70% off all year round. We went to their location in Málaga and were surprised by all the great things we found. SPONSOR: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet https://www.mcarthurglen.com/en/outlets/es/designer-outlet-malaga/  Our Málaga Instagram Stories https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17844300105239081/  Torremolinos Gay Guide https://twobadtourists.com/gay-torremolinos-the-best-gay-hotels-bars-clubs-more/

Have you ever wanted to go to summer camp? Now’s your chance! We talk to Kerry and Kat about ‘Camp’ Camp, a summer camp for LGBTQ+ adults that’s been around since 1997 and offers a fun and distinctive vacation for the queer community. Located in central Maine, you can expect a week-long program of outdoor, athletic, and arts & crafts activities plus a variety of evening social events. Kerry is the owner and director of Camp, while Kat attended as a first time guest last summer and shares their experience.  SPONSOR: ‘Camp’ Camp https://www.campcamp.com/  https://www.instagram.com/campcampbte 

Gay blogging duo the Nomadic Boys join the podcast to tell us all about their new LGBTQ+ travel book, how they got started in the blogging world and about that time they were interrogated at the border in Lebanon. They have been traveling the world for 10+ years and have loads of insights and stories to share - online and now in print!  Nomadic Boys https://nomadicboys.com/  Out in the World: The 2024 International LGBTQIA+ Travel Guide Filled with Pride https://www.amazon.com/Out-World-international-LGBTQIA-travel/dp/0008604150  Join Our Group Trips: Virgin Voyages Spain, France & Italy Gay Group Cruise October 6-13, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-spain-france-italy-virgin-voyages-gay-group-trip/ Virgin Voyages East Caribbean Antilles Gay Group Cruise Feb 22 - March 2nd, 2025 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/8-days-in-eastern-caribbean-antilles-gay-group-cruise/ 

We recently spent a long weekend in the Magic City, and we’re excited to share our experiences with you. Joining us is Miami local Yesi Leon, the dynamic force behind Pandora Events. Known for creating unforgettable parties like Girls in Wonderland and the monthly event Makin' Babies, Yesi offers an insider’s view into the queer scene.  Pandora Events: https://www.pandoraevents.com/  https://www.instagram.com/pandoraevents/ Girls in Wonderland in May 30-June 3, 2024 https://www.girlsinwonderland.com/  Sponsor: Greater Miami & Miami Beach https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/   Join Our Group Trips: Virgin Voyages Spain, France & Italy Gay Group Cruise October 6-13, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-spain-france-italy-virgin-voyages-gay-group-trip/ Virgin Voyages East Caribbean Antilles Gay Group Cruise Feb 22 - March 2nd, 2025 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/8-days-in-eastern-caribbean-antilles-gay-group-cruise/ 

We talk with Donnya 'Zi' Piggott about their travel company, LGBTQ+ activism, and why queer travelers should visit Barbados. Zi is the co-founder of Pink Coconuts, an online resource where you can find queer inclusive hotels and accommodations in the Caribbean and Sub-Saharan Africa, as well as travel packages and events for LGBTQ+ travelers. Pink Coconuts https://pinkcoconuts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/pinkcoconutstravel/  https://www.instagram.com/pinkcoconuts.app/ Devour Food Tours https://devourtours.com/  Discount code: DAVIDB10 Madrid LGBTQ+ Tapas Tour by Two Bad Tourists https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/madrid-lgbtq-tapas-tour/  Join Our Madrid, Toledo, & Segovia Gay Group Trip September 13-19, 2024https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-in-spain-madrid-toledo-segovia/

We did a 4 day road trip from Key West up to Islamorada. We talk about our trip and offer you some recommendations for your own trip to the Keys. The LGBTQ+ scene is in Key West but there are wonderful day trips and excursions all throughout the Keys. Sponsors:  Key West & Florida Keys  https://fla-keys.com/  Gay Guide to Key West  https://twobadtourists.com/gay-key-west-a-gay-travel-guide-to-the-florida-keys-paradise-island/  Join Our Group Trips: Barcelona & Sitges, Spain Gay Group Trip May 9-15, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-in-spain-2024/  Virgin Voyages Greece & Croatia Gay Group Cruise June 16-23, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-greece-croatia-virgin-voyages-gay-group-trip/  Virgin Voyages Spain, France & Italy Gay Group Cruise October 6-13, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-spain-france-italy-virgin-voyages-gay-group-trip/ Madrid, Toledo & Segovia Gay Group Trip September 13-19, 2024https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-in-spain-madrid-toledo-segovia/

Welcome to Season 3! We talk to Matt Skallerud about the evolution of LGBTQ+ travel over the years. He is an LGBTQ+ marketing expert with 30 years of experience as the president of Pink Media. Basically, he’s what you might call a “professional gay”.  Matt Skallerud http://matt.skallerud.org/ Join Our Group Trips: Barcelona & Sitges, Spain Gay Group Trip May 9-15, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-in-spain-2024/  Virgin Voyages Greece & Croatia Gay Group Cruise June 16-23, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-greece-croatia-virgin-voyages-gay-group-trip/ Virgin Voyages Spain, France & Italy Gay Group Cruise October 6-13, 2024 https://twobadtourists.com/st_tour/7-days-spain-france-italy-virgin-voyages-gay-group-trip/

Queer Travel Chat is coming back for season 3 and now we’re on streaming video! We’ll soon debut with amazing new travel stories, destination tips and cool surprises. Listen (and watch) now to our season 3 preview episode where we spill all the tea of what's to come.  Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://linktr.ee/queertravelchat If you enjoy this episode, please like the post or leave a comment and let us know what LGBT+ travel destinations or tips you want to hear more about. Visit our website: https://twobadtourists.com/ 

We talk about our trip to Malta and offer tips and recommendations for your own visit to this LGBTQ-friendly island nation. Sponsor: https://www.visitmalta.com/en/ Resources: https://europride2023.mt/https://queertoursmalta.com/

David recently visited Zurich and talks about his trip. Plus we both offer tips and recommendations for your own trip to Zurich. Sponsor link: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Malls https://www.mcarthurglen.com/en/ Other links: Zur Goldige Guttere https://www.zurgoldigeguttere.ch/znacht-de

Auston recently spent time in Puerto Rico and will tell us all about his trip and offer up some tips. We’ll both also share recommendations for your own trip to San Juan and Puerto Rico including, of course, the LGBTQ scene. Sponsor links: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Malls https://www.mcarthurglen.com/en/ SPACES https://queerspaces.com/s/queertravelchat Other links: Puerto Rico Gay Guide https://twobadtourists.com/gay-puerto-rico-the-best-gay-hotels-bars-clubs-more/

Meet NKY! Julia Keister and Hannah Lowen, a local married couple, will tell us all about this underrated LGBTQ+ destination in the southeast. They’ll give us an idea of what this region of the US has to offer and why LGBTQ+ travelers should be adding it to their list of vacation hotspots. Julia was the owner of Lil’s Bagels – a Covington, Ky. bagels, coffee and more shop that was also a local LGBTQ community spot for events. Lil’s is currently being reimagined in a new space as Lil’s Kitchen. Hannah is the Vice President of Operations at New Riff Distilling in Newport, Ky. Newport is right next to Covington, and both are just across the river from Cincinnati, Oh. New Riff is a family and independently owned bourbon distillery that’s on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour and also a stop on our local bourbon trail, The B-Line. Sponsor: https://www.meetnky.com/ Other Links: A New Riff on an Old Tradition www.newriffdistilling.com Lil's Kitchen https://www.facebook.com/lilsbagels/ 10 Unique Fests and Things to Do in the NKY/Cincy Region https://www.meetnky.com/blog/post/10-unique-fests-and-things-to-do-in-the-nkycincy-region-this-summer/ Queer Soup Night https://www.queersoupnight.com/

David recently visited Cape Town for the World Travel Market Africa. He’ll tell Auston (who hasn’t been since 2016) all about his trip, and we’ll both share tips and recommendations for your own trip - including the LGBT scene in Cape Town, of course! Sponsor links: VILLA ARDORE VillaArdore.com Special Pride package: https://www.villaardore.com/events/pride2023 SPACES https://queerspaces.com/s/queertravelchat Other links: Equal Africa https://www.facebook.com/EqualAfricaZA/ White Shark Projects https://www.whitesharkprojects.co.za/ NAC Helicopters https://www.nachelicopterscapetown.com/ Jordan Wine Estate https://www.jordanwines.com/ Lanzerac Wine Estate https://lanzerac.co.za/ Vergenoegd Löw The Wine Estate https://vergenoegd.co.za/ Wild Horizons Waterfront Adventures http://www.waterfrontadventures.co.za/ Uthando https://www.uthandosa.org/