St. Petersburg: Florida's Other Gay Coast

When it comes to gay travel in Florida, there's an entire coast that often gets overshadowed by the glitz of Miami and the big-budget tourism push of Fort Lauderdale.

But mention to residents of the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area that you're from that well-populated area to the southeast, and they just nod and flash a smile that comes much closer to pity than envy.

They'll forgo the traffic and the trendiness in favor of their 35 miles of white sand beaches, arts-minded community, and gay bars without attitude, thank you very much.

Wine Country On A Budget

Summer in Wine Country can see $400-a-night hotel rooms and $240 fixed price meals -- and that can intimidate even the most budget-savvy traveler.

But there are values in the vineyards, as we've found through multiple trips to Sonoma and Napa counties the past few months. So whether it's a day trip or a longer escape, the luxury of the wine country doesn't have to sip you dry. Here are some tips ...

2009 Boston Pride Guide

For over 39 years Boston Pride has organized a week of amazing events, including the week-topping Parade and Festival -- and Boston has plenty to be proud of. Not only does the city host the largest Pride celebration in New England (over 1 million participants), but the community also celebrates in the first state to allow same-sex couples the legal right to marry.

Green Travel Advice

A scientists' group has put together a guide to green travel to help you determine which modes of transportation have the smallest carbon footprint, and the group, the Union of Concerned Scientists, says some of the greenest choices can also save money.

How To Travel Amid Flu Fears

No, we're not jumping on the bandwagon here to sensationalize the recent swine flu outbreak, but rather giving you some common sense tips if you're planning on traveling soon.

Here are some questions and answers for travelers regarding swine flu, flights and cruises to Mexico, travel insurance, and how to protect yourself while on your journey.

Geeky Getaways For The Truly Curious

If your interests lean more toward science than surfing or sunbathing, then check out this list of geeky getaways mentioned in this month's Popular Science magazine.

The list includes cryogenic facilities, earthquake simulators and ape camps ...

Sweet Offers Lesbians A Chance To Be Both Naughty And Nice While On Vacation

Hey girls, if you want to cruise the Caribbean with a ship full of other women and do the world some good at the same time, check out Sweet. The lesbian travel company has teamed up with Norwegian Cruise Line to offer a Caribbean cruise this November that will give participants the opportunity to not only have some fun in the sun and enjoy evening revelry but also perform voluntourism activities like painting a school or refurbishing a wildlife habitat.

Online Travel Sites Deserve Another Look

Airline booking fees charged by Travelocity, Orbitz and Expedia are on vacation through May -- and that's giving those of us who had avoided those sites a reason to reconsider.

Amsel Exhibit Shows Hollywood Illustrations

In a career spanning just 15 years, Richard Amsel created illustrations for movies and television that became part of the cultural language of the '70s and '80s.

For the next month, the University of the Arts in Philadelphia is celebrating the acquisition of more than 500 sketches and illustrations by Amsel, a 1969 graduate who died in 1985. The retrospective exhibit includes some of his memorable imagery from the "Indiana Jones" movies, Bette Midler albums, Barbara Streisand films, TV Guide portraits and many others.

10 Tips For Frequent Fliers

If you don't have a frequent flier reward program number or card when you buy your next ticket, get one. The credits, miles or points you earn when you fly add up to discounted or free flights, upgrades and other rewards.

Not all airline programs are the same, so here are 10 tips to make frequent flier programs take off for you ...