1042 - ENCORE-When Will We Set Sail Again?

Welcome to Gay Travel Today! I’m Teraj and I’ll be your guide as we explore, engage and indulge in the world of LGBTQ+ travel today.

Carnival Cruise Line has announced it may not sail at full capacity until the year 2022. The cruise line giant has pushed its cancellation of future sail, new sailing expeditions and ship renovations out until the end of this year. The CEO, Arnold Donald, is calling the nature of the restart as a country by country, destination by destination basis. When cruising gets going again, ships are expecting to start with less than 50% occupancy to keep passengers and staff safe. Carnival is also planning to remove several ships from its fleet this year, creating an overall 9% reduction in capacity. Cruising has been such a big part of previous vacation life so obviously this is sad news. I know personally, I enjoyed filming one of my music videos on a cruise ship. Do you have a favorite cruise ship memory? Share a picture with us and use the #GayTravelToday and #Sagitravel hashtags.

Also follow me on Instagram @teraj08 and also follow the provider of this awesome content @sagitravelfriendly and remember to use the Gay Travel Skill to book your next destination and also get those much needed up-to-the-date travel advisories. All you have to do is enable Gay Travel Skill on your favorite voice assistant and simply say “open gay travel.” I’ll catch you tomorrow, so bon voyage wherever you are!

1041 - ENCORE-Is A Trip To Disney Worth It Now?

Welcome to Gay Travel Today! I’m Teraj and I’ll be your guide as we explore, engage and indulge in the world of LGBTQ+ travel today.

Theme parks, like Disney, slowly opened up last month and people are noticing that hitting up these destinations for rides, meet-and-greets and shows are just not the same. Here are some key takeaways people are noting when entering their theme parks now versus pre-COVID-19 days. First, despite many rides being in operation, a good number of food kiosks, gift shops and restaurants are now closed. Many of the parades, firework displays and other shows have stopped indefinitely to reduce the potential for crowding and COVID-19 spread. Face masks are also being required at all times, with bandanas and neck gaiters not being deemed as acceptable face coverings, in addition to sanitizing before and after rides. Temperature checks are also a must before entering the theme park. If you’ve never been to Disney before, many are saying to hold off for now, but if you are a Disney enthusiast you may enjoy your experience. Have you been to a theme park post-COVID-19? Share your experience with us by using the #GayTravelToday and #Sagitravel hashtags.

Also follow me on Instagram @teraj08 and also follow the provider of this awesome content @sagitravelfriendly and remember to use the Gay Travel Skill to book your next destination and also get those much needed up-to-the-date travel advisories. All you have to do is enable Gay Travel Skill on your favorite voice assistant and simply say “open gay travel.” I’ll catch you tomorrow, so bon voyage wherever you are!

1040 - ENCORE-Sit Back, Relax, Enjoy Boston Seaport

Welcome to Gay Travel Today! I’m Teraj and I’ll be your guide as we explore, engage and indulge in the world of LGBTQ+ travel today.

For local travel within the U.S., a destination full of personality, views and a thriving LGBTQ+ scene is the Boston Seaport in Massachusetts. The seafood is unparalleled with gourmet restaurants, like Row 34, Sportello and Outlook Kitchen that show off the delicious flavor portfolios of the city. Outlook Kitchen is actually owned by Tatiana Rosana who fuses her and her wife’s Cuban and Korean heritage into her dishes. Boston Seaport is also filled with cozy coffee shops and cafes that can offer up a nice, slow morning like Tatte. Pastries and local tea and coffee brews, anyone? If you’re looking for something even more relaxing, check out the spa at the InterContinental Boston. Once museums are open, hit up the stunning Institute of Contemporary Art that features galleries with some of the most renowned names in modern art. But if you’re looking to expand your wardrobe and accessories, hit up the local, independent artisan shops selling locally-made blankets, clothing, candles and confectioneries. Have you ever been to Boston’s Seaport? Share a picture with us by using the #GayTravelToday and #Sagitravel hashtags.

Also follow me on Instagram @teraj08 and also follow the provider of this awesome content @sagitravelfriendly and remember to use the Gay Travel Skill to book your next destination and also get those much needed up-to-the-date travel advisories. All you have to do is enable Gay Travel Skill on your favorite voice assistant and simply say “open gay travel.” I’ll catch you tomorrow, so bon voyage wherever you are!

1039 - ENCORE-Six Million Island Purchased Using WhatsApp

Welcome to Gay Travel Today! I’m Teraj and I’ll be your guide as we explore, engage and indulge in the world of LGBTQ+ travel today.

Would you purchase something without ever seeing it before? When it comes to an outfit or piece of jewelry, maybe, but what about an entire island off the coast of Ireland? That’s exactly what an anonymous buyer did when they purchased Horse Beach for $6.3 million dollars, having only ever been on virtual tours and negotiating on WhatsApp. Horse Beach is an island with rugged green landscapes, three beaches, natural wildlife and seven houses overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It was orignially home to the local copper industry and has since been transformed into an updated, finely furnished island getaway. Although this may seem like a unqiue situation and rare purchase, agents are beginning to host more and more virtual viewings and close sales online since the pandemic. Also, leisure travel may have gone down due to COVID-19 regulations and fears, but brokers and industry experts are seeing the demand for private islands increase! If travel restrictions continue, would you consider buying an island? Tell us about it by using the #GayTravelToday and #Sagitravel hashtags.

Also follow me on Instagram @teraj08 and also follow the provider of this awesome content @sagitravelfriendly and remember to use the Gay Travel Skill to book your next destination and also get those much needed up-to-the-date travel advisories. All you have to do is enable Gay Travel Skill on your favorite voice assistant and simply say “open gay travel.” I’ll catch you tomorrow, so bon voyage wherever you are!

1038 - ENCORE-Your Land Yacht is Waiting

Welcome to Gay Travel Today! I’m Teraj and I’ll be your guide as we explore, engage and indulge in the world of LGBTQ+ travel today.

Just how camping has “glamping” and boating has “yachting,” the world of RV travel is now getting the royal treatment. Luxury RV sales are booming with those who have disposable incomes, and with increased interest in the RV lifestyle, the market is continuing to rise. Between April and May, RVshare, one of the largest RV rental platforms in the U.S., had a 1,000% increase in bookings. Not only does this account for first-time buyers, but also RVers looking for more stylish options. Goss RV, a rental service that can be found at gossrv.com, rents out beautiful motorcoaches for $15,000 to $50,000 per week, with options for private drivers, leather couches and granite countertops. Would you treat yourself to one of these exclusive, “land yacht,” RV luxury travel adventures? Share your thoughts with us by using the #GayTravelToday and #Sagitravel hashtags.

Also follow me on Instagram @teraj08 and also follow the provider of this awesome content @sagitravelfriendly and remember to use the Gay Travel Skill to book your next destination and also get those much needed up-to-the-date travel advisories. All you have to do is enable Gay Travel Skill on your favorite voice assistant and simply say “open gay travel.” I’ll catch you tomorrow, so bon voyage wherever you are!