Travel is like crack for us gays. We’ve got your fix.
M’Lynn, Truvy, Ouiser, Annelle, Clairee and Shelby. They’re not just the names of our six cats, but also one of the most celebrated female-driven films of all time. (Second only to Twelve Angry Men). There are few movies we love enough, or that have an appropriate level of kitsch, to drive 300 miles to see where it all took place. […]
It’s hard to miss the Tremont House at night, what with the giant lit Mardi Gras arch just outside. Yet somehow, we still drove right past it the first time. But once we got to our room, we knew the Tremont House was a wise choice. The European-style hotel occupies a building built in 1879, so you know it’s rich with […]
Some people take photos of their kids or loved ones to fondly remember a vacation. Us? We take pics of our food. Sad, but true. We can tell you about any meal we had on any vacation for the past ten years. It’s how we roll. So, of course, we have a few favorite places in Galveston to share with […]
Little did we know when we ventured to Galveston that we’d come face-to-face with a giant sloth inside Moody Gardens, one of the island’s top attractions. We met him inside the Rain Forest exhibit where he’s allowed to room free with monkeys and birds. Just beware, the upper portion of this exhibit clocked in at 130-degrees Fareinheit and 86% humidity […]
In Louisiana, no one can hear you scream…that you’re hungry. Because they’re hellbent on feeding you, and feeding you well. From traditional Cajun influences to fine dining, there’s something for everyone. At Columbia Cafe, a charming little bungalow, breakfast is the order of the day. Known for flavorful omelettes, it’s a hip and funky place. Even though the waitress we […]
One of the best things about Louisiana is its drive-through daiquiri joints. People will fight you over which one is the greatest, but everybody is allowed their opinion. We were taken to Cajun Daquiris on East 70th Street, which we were promised is a much more “authentic” version that other locations of the same brand. This one definitely had character. […]
Located next to the Shreveport Convention Center, the Hilton is one of the best hotels in town. It’s central to the vibrant downtown district and features all the amenities you’d hope to have. A comfortable bed, decent bath products, and amenties like a rooftop pool, jacuzzi and fitness center make it an ideal home away from home. If you like […]
Shreveport gay bars are nothing fancy, but they’re a lot of fun. We don’t know the official stats, but from what we’ve found online, we visited two of the three gay bars in town. Korner Lounge, despite the fact that we loathe anything spelled with a “K” in place of the correct “C”, is a tiny bar that’s full of […]
Culture is alive and well in Shreveport and most of the museums are free. What a concept! We visited a few, but have two that are well worth the visit. The R.W. Norton Art Gallery & Museum is vast and has a rather unusual permanent collection. The room full of creepy old dolls is always enjoyable, but it’s the Western […]
It’s Alligator Soup! The only thing scarier than a trip to Gators & Friends is a few minutes watching Fox News’ “Fox & Friends”. But seriously, check out that picture. There are literally dozens of alligators swimming in this murky swamp water. And we loved watching every creepy second. The park boasts gigantic full-size alligators, the chance to have your photo […]
