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Greetings LGBT Travelers!

Missing Persons said it best: life is so strange when you’re "Destination Unknown". Whether you dream African Safari, the pyramids of Egypt or the Forbidden City, we’re constantly exploring the farthest reaches of the globe to find the best LGBT-friendly trips for you. So sit back and relax, we’ve got a long way to go – because life is a vacation!

-Zachary Mikles, Managing Editor

Destination Unknown? Adventure Awaits!

ChinaAll-Gay China in Style Tour (1 space left!)
April 12 to 21, 2008
This tour starts in grand style in Beijing, where you’ll walk along the Great Wall, visit the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the Ming Tombs. Then we travel to Xian for the world-famous Terra Cotta Warriors that stand guard over the first Emperor of China’s tomb.

This journey completes in Shanghai, one of the most modern cities in all of Asia. Amid all the skyscrapers, we find history, wisdom and culture that embody this fascinating city. You’ll taste some of the best tea in China and visit the famous water town of Xitang, where the film Mission Impossible was filmed.

Niagara FallsNiagara Falls by Air
Year round
This is a breathtaking tour of the Niagara region including attractions such as historic Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Welland Canal and majestic Niagara Falls. An informative in-flight commentary is provided to enhance your tour experience.

No one flies closer to the Falls, not even the helicopters, and we are the only airplane tour specially licensed to fly in the scenic area surrounding the falls. Don't forget your camera so that you can take a piece of the spectacular scenery home with you!

Machu PicchuAll-Gay Peruvian Exploration Tour
August 9 to 17, 2008
Peru, the land of the Incas, is a nation full of archaeological treasures. Marvel at the awesome accomplishment of Machu Picchu, where an ancient civilization once stood. Stop for a moment and listen to the history that travels in the winds as you stand in Cusco, the center of the Incan Empire.

Explore this wonderful nation first hand and visit an ancient land filled with natural beauty, inspiring architecture and truly welcoming people.

Editor's Travel TipsEDITOR'S TRAVEL TIPS
If you’re like me, you’d rather be barefoot in the park than barefoot at the airport! Disposable booties are available in most airports now, but are readily available online for about $2 a pair. Most companies have minimum orders so you can use the extra as gifts for those frequent travelers in your life.


Cape TownAll-Gay Luxurious South Africa Tour
October 16 to 26, 2008
Vacation to South Africa and embark on a safari adventure tracking a pride of lions returning from a night hunt in the bush. Sample internationally renowned wines in Stellenbosch and explore the gay hub of Cape Town.

Your tour guides will have you trail wild animals on foot on our exciting South African bush walks – and relax in 4 and 5-star accommodations. Pre-tour to Victoria Falls and Chobe and post-tour to the Garden Route are also available.

ThailandAll-Gay Enchanted Thailand Tour
November 22 to 30, 2008
The Kingdom of Thailand is a never-ending source of fascination and pleasure for international visitors. Come experience true Thai synergy from the temples in Bangkok and an elephant safari in the lush country near Chiang Mai, to the beautiful beaches of Phuket. This tour will leave you charmed with Thailand’s friendly people and wonderful hospitality.

EgyptAll-Gay Egyptian Discovery Tour
September 26 to October 5, 2008 | October 31 to November 9, 2008
Egypt is the birthplace of one of the greatest civilizations known to mankind. Modern-day Egypt still retains the glory of the pharaohs in the monuments and temples they left behind.

This very affordable luxury tour features the best the country has to offer; Monuments, Temples, a Nile cruise and 5-star accommodations will complete your journey back in time to the land of Emperors, Pharaohs and Gods.

CairnsAll-Lesbian Down Under Adventure (Just for Women)
October 4 - 14, 2008
Take an ultimate adventure to the land of Aussies and Kiwis. Exotic, remote and a world away, Australia and New Zealand are filled with unexpected plants and animals, a rich indigenous culture and that infectious down-under spirit.

Experience the haunting melody of a Maori song and the luxury of an "Ultimate Relaxation Package" at Hell's Gate Hot Springs. Meet local women in Awithu and enjoy an organic lunch with friends, old and new. Indulge in lunch on a Sydney Harbour Cruise and a meal at the famous revolving Skytower Restaurant. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Tour the vibrant metropolis of Auckland ("City of Sails") on the sparkling Waitemata Harbour.

We'll jet to Sydney, where the Opera House, Harbor Bridge, Circular Quay and Bondi Beach lie within minutes of each other. From Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, you can day-trip to the Outer Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, or Cape Tribulation, before spending a sensual farewell evening with a sumptuous feast in an ancient rainforest. You will enjoy first-rate hospitality at premier hotels just steps away from waterfront, museums and shopping, and superb views.

Editor's Travel TipsEDITOR'S TRAVEL TIPS
As body jewelry becomes more popular, there are some great non-metallic alternatives available. Look for flexible or acrylic body jewelry for your travels so you won’t be slowed down at the metal detectors.


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Still feeling like a missing person with a "destination unknown"? Check our complete tour listing for tours in the rest of the world!


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The astrolabe is a historical astronomical instrument used by classical astronomers, navigators, and astrologers. Its many uses included locating and predicting the positions of the Sun, Moon, planets and stars; determining local time given local longitude and vice-versa; surveying; and triangulation. In the Islamic world, they are and were used primarily for astronomical studies, though astrology was often involved there as well. Astrologers of the European nations used astrolabes to construct horoscopes.