Keywest vs. Hawaii suggestions
Jan 19, 2022, 11:55 am
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Keywest vs. Hawaii suggestions
I want to go someplace warm in March and was thinking of either Hawaii or Keywest.
Any suggestions on Keywest places to stay? I haven't been there since 2003 and loved Big Ruby's but know that hasn't been gay for years. Would like a place similar to that which is gay but not super cruisy like a bathhouse.
Or thinking of Hawaii but have never been. Are there any gay places to stay there or what area should I look it. Will probably be flying into HNL but open as to city I stay in. Again looking for something along the lines of Big Ruby or the Grand in Lauderdale or if it's a main stream hotel the best area to stay in.
Any suggestions on Keywest places to stay? I haven't been there since 2003 and loved Big Ruby's but know that hasn't been gay for years. Would like a place similar to that which is gay but not super cruisy like a bathhouse.
Or thinking of Hawaii but have never been. Are there any gay places to stay there or what area should I look it. Will probably be flying into HNL but open as to city I stay in. Again looking for something along the lines of Big Ruby or the Grand in Lauderdale or if it's a main stream hotel the best area to stay in.
Feb 18, 2022, 11:14 pm
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We absolutely loved Island House in EYW. Stayed there for the first time right after New Years. Very comparable in vibe to the Grand/Pineapple Pointe/Cabanas in FLL, more luxurious than Cabanas. The videos on their website are amazingly evocative, well done and hit the target demographics perfectly. Cant recommend it highly enough. Expensive, but worth it.
We stayed at a gay B&B out on the Big Island/Hilo and enjoyed it, but it doesn't appear they're still in business.
We stayed at a gay B&B out on the Big Island/Hilo and enjoyed it, but it doesn't appear they're still in business.
Feb 20, 2022, 6:54 am
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As you probably know, Hawaii is less of a gay "party" place than Key West. However, it is very gay-friendly everywhere and so beautiful and relaxing. If you choose Hawaii, book soon because with Covid rates down, places and booking up quickly.
On the Big Island of Hawaii there is the Gay Hawaii Guest House. https://www.hawaiilalala.com/
Also on the Big Island is a B&B and working avocado farm run by a gay couple from Australia: https://www.kaneplantationhawaii.com/AboutUs.html
Of couse, at Honolulu, Waikiki Beach is a popular destination.
Moana Surfrider is a good choice for a larger resort.. Also, Queen Kapiolani Hotel is a few minutes walk from Queen's beach.
Have not been there so can't really comment on quality, etc.
Enjoy!
On the Big Island of Hawaii there is the Gay Hawaii Guest House. https://www.hawaiilalala.com/
Also on the Big Island is a B&B and working avocado farm run by a gay couple from Australia: https://www.kaneplantationhawaii.com/AboutUs.html
Of couse, at Honolulu, Waikiki Beach is a popular destination.
Moana Surfrider is a good choice for a larger resort.. Also, Queen Kapiolani Hotel is a few minutes walk from Queen's beach.
Have not been there so can't really comment on quality, etc.
Enjoy!
Feb 20, 2022, 11:38 am
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Have you considered Palm Springs?
Average highs can be in the 80's in March. They have a whole range of places to stay from sleazy to classy, plus some great restaurants.
We've been to Hawaii quite a bit and never really found anywhere to have that gay vibe like in Key West or Palm Springs.
Average highs can be in the 80's in March. They have a whole range of places to stay from sleazy to classy, plus some great restaurants.
We've been to Hawaii quite a bit and never really found anywhere to have that gay vibe like in Key West or Palm Springs.
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Feb 21, 2022, 3:16 pm
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Palm Springs
Have you considered Palm Springs?
Average highs can be in the 80's in March. They have a whole range of places to stay from sleazy to classy, plus some great restaurants.
We've been to Hawaii quite a bit and never really found anywhere to have that gay vibe like in Key West or Palm Springs.
Average highs can be in the 80's in March. They have a whole range of places to stay from sleazy to classy, plus some great restaurants.
We've been to Hawaii quite a bit and never really found anywhere to have that gay vibe like in Key West or Palm Springs.
Palm Springs is another great option. No beach but lots of sun and fun and sand.
Feb 21, 2022, 7:47 pm
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Island House is amazing but it’s VERY cruisy and is a borderline bath house, lol.
For something a little tamer I’d recommend Equator (clothing optional, male-only but not particularly cruisy) or Alexander House (mixed gender but probably mostly gay men).
Palm Springs is also a great option. Most of the gay/CO resorts are probably at least a little cruisy, but there are plenty of regular hotels.
For something a little tamer I’d recommend Equator (clothing optional, male-only but not particularly cruisy) or Alexander House (mixed gender but probably mostly gay men).
Palm Springs is also a great option. Most of the gay/CO resorts are probably at least a little cruisy, but there are plenty of regular hotels.
Mar 6, 2022, 8:10 pm
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Mar 7, 2022, 11:50 am
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Wish I would have known about the boat and I would have tried to have arrived a day earlier. I'm planning on check out the bar though as well as the gay Karokee bar nearby.I'll be at the Hawaiin village hilton resort