Editorials
Written by the people who plan the trips
The Maldives or Bora Bora – which is better?
The Maldives and Bora Bora are two of the world’s most sought-after island paradises. Both are famed for overwater bungalows, turquoise lagoons, and unparalleled luxury. But if you’re planning a honeymoon or bucket-list trip, which destination should you choose? At Out Of Office, it’s a question we hear all the time from our clients. The truth is, both the Maldives and Bora Bora deliver unforgettable experiences - but in very different ways.
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The Best Hotels for a Gay Staycation in the USA
This is our take on some of the greatest hotels in the US, the places that can turn a few days close to home into a world-class luxury travel experience. At the very top sits Amangiri. Few hotels in America have that level of instant recognition, and even fewer deliver an experience so completely tied to the landscape.
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Martha’s Vineyard vs Nantucket – which island is better?
Off the coast of Cape Cod lie Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, two of America’s most exclusive and sought-after island destinations. Known for their stunning coastal landscapes and affluent inhabitants, these islands are synonymous with New England elegance. If you’ve done Provincetown and you fancy a change, these New England islands should be on your bucket list. Both Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket are perfect for a relaxing, luxury staycation in the USA.
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Puerto Vallarta vs Cancun – which is better?
Puerto Vallarta and Cancun are two of the most popular destinations in Mexico. You can’t really do both on the same trip - they’re on different sides of the country. It’s a case of favoring one over the other, and it really boils down to what type of vacation you’d like to have.
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US LGBTQ+ Travel Index 2025
The US LGBT+ Travel Index is a report ranking the most gay friendly US states which are the best US travel destination for LGBT travelers to visit. After a few years with very little travel thanks to the pandemic, it's great to see that people are traveling more than ever. Despite new seemingly anti-LGBTQ laws, destinations are still hoping to attract LGBTQ+ travelers.
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The Best Maldives Alternatives for a Same-Sex Honeymoon
The Maldives continues to shape the way we think about tropical luxury. Maldivian overwater villas, blue lagoons, and coral reefs are well represented on luxury travel websites. That being said, the Maldives does sit under Sharia law, and for some couples, that changes the calculation. Not because the resort experience is unwelcoming, it usually isn't, but because knowing the legal context matters when you are choosing somewhere to celebrate a marriage.
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US Workplace LGBTQ+ Equality Index 2025
It’s no secret that America is rather divided when it comes to LGBTQ+ equality, with some states certainly more progressive than others. With an ever-changing world and attitudes always shifting it can be difficult to know which states are most open to the LGBTQ+ community and as an LGBTQ person looking to live and work in America, which states are the best to do this.
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Gay Provincetown Travel: Gay Bars, Hotels, Culture & History
Provincetown is the best small-town destination for gay travelers in the USA. It's long been hailed as one of the most liberal towns in the country, and it's a big draw for artists and bohemians: gay-popular hotspots tend to begin as artist hotspots. Think Mykonos, Key West and Sitges.
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Gay Beach Weddings
Here's our guide to the best gay beach wedding destinations. Combining sun, sea and sand with your nuptials is always a good idea. The only question is where are the best beach wedding destinations? It takes more than a decent beach to have a successful wedding ceremony. You need the infrastructure in place to make it work and the right accommodation options.
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Mykonos or Santorini – which is better?
Greece has around 6000 islands, and just over 200 of them are inhabited. Among them, Mykonos and Santorini stand out as the most popular destinations for luxury travel in the Greek islands. Combining these two with a couple of nights in Athens makes for a great luxury vacation itinerary.
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Plan Your Gay Wedding In Mexico
Mexico is a premier destination for a gay wedding, offering full legal ceremonies for both gay and straight couples, with legal recognition of same-sex marriages nationwide including vibrant destinations like Mexico City and beachfront havens in Cancun and Puerto Vallarta. Mexico's commitment to LGBTQ+ rights, combined with its all-inclusive resorts, picturesque settings, and favorable exchange rates, makes it an unbeatable venue for gay weddings, where couples can celebrate their love freely and extravagantly.
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Plan Your Gay Wedding In Bora Bora
French Polynesia is one of the best wedding and honeymoon destinations on earth. It’s a true unspoiled paradise. French Polynesia boasts the bluest waters and softest white sands you’ll ever see. The 118 islands and atolls of French Polynesia are spread out over a stretch of water as big as Western Europe. It’s been a big draw for luxury travelers in recent decades. Hollywood icon Marlon Brando helped to put it on the map.
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Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
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