We could have done a destination wedding, but for us it was like, ‘let’s get married where we’re going to establish our lives.’ What the world needs now is love, sweet love…and that’s exactly what Michael Lindsay and Matt Schueller have been sharing with their audience since officially launching their gay travel blog MichaelandMatt.com in 2018. In fact, the couple of eight years was married against the lush green splendor and beauty of Oregon that June, and they bring as much joy and love to their globetrotting adventures as they do one another. They also love other couples and singles operati ..read more

All around the world, LGBTQ people want to be able to marry the person they love without fear or discrimination. Year after year, equal rights and increased acceptance of same-sex love has grown in many countries thanks to couples like Beer and Gopy from Thailand. When we first discovered them on Instagram, we immediately knew we wanted to feature them on the cover of PASSPORT and share their wedding with others. Beer and Gopy met in a restaurant in the Thonglor neighborhood of Bangkok, and it must have been love at first sight for Gopy who soon proposed to Beer during a date at the Mandarin O ..read more

In June 2015, history was made when the U.S. Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage. Since then, millions of LGBTQ couples have exchanged vows in stunning places all across America. Each year, we highlight welcoming and memorable wedding venues known for offering newlyweds unforgettable experiences for their special day, as well as exciting honeymoon destinations that provide unique and romantic places to celebrate your love. GREAT WEDDING VENUES IN THE USA PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA With mid-century modern design, storied history, and unfurled valley views, Palm Springs haslong been a magnet ..read more

Tell us about yourselves and what you do for a living? Trent: Hi, I’m Trent! I grew up in a military family, so we moved frequently from Kansas and Germany to Texas and Hawaii. We eventually settled in the Nashville, Tennessee area when I was finishing elementary school. I attended Western Kentucky University for undergrad and grad school. I now work in  marketing, focusing on brand reputation, public relations, social media, and sponsorships. Before that, I worked in local TV news as a newscast producer for a few stations in the southeast. Jamil: I’m Jamil! I was born and raised in the N ..read more

Tucked away in the rolling hills of Sonoma County is a four-diamond luxury hotel gem where the plush rooms and gourmet delights are matched only by the beauty of the Northern California landscape. Retreat into the heart of California wine country and embark on a romantic journey through 92 acres of lush vineyards and exquisitely groomed landscapes. With the rolling, verdant hills of Sonoma as its backdrop, Vintners Inn is the ideal place for a picturesque, fairytale wine-country wedding. Whether planning a grand wedding for a few hundred people or an intimate occasion for a select few, begin ..read more

One thing is always true of Asheville: She’s unafraid to be exactly who she is. Tucked away in the quiet majesty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville brims with an authenticity that draws you in. Her wondrous natural surroundings and vibrant neighborhoods invite locals and visitors alike to live their truths. We’re sharing our LGBTQ+ residents’ favorite places and pursuits in Asheville, including bars and restaurants, fun outdoor activities for couples, arts and cultural events, and beloved businesses that are LGBTQ+ owned. Get Married in the Mountains With stunning scenery and remarkable ve ..read more

From clifftop weddings in Cabo to white sand celebrations in Cancun and eco ceremonies in the Riviera Maya, Sandos Hotels & Resorts offer a wedding collection based on the jaw-dropping locations found at each property. Now, Sandos is offering amazing new destination wedding deals so you and that special someone can start your life together! With your wedding package, you’ll receive a free honeymoon package that includes upgraded amenities like a romantic dinner, chocolate-covered strawberries, breakfast in bed, and more. And best of all: You can now get up to $2000 USD discount on your wed ..read more

Whether you’re looking for a refined, romantic experience, or one filled with outdoor adventure, these first-class destinations across the globe may be the ideal place for your wedding or honeymoon. Each year, we look forward to discovering fascinating and joyful places where LGBTQ couples can get married and spend their honeymoon. We asked our writers and editors to find destinations around the world that offer stunning, welcoming, fabulous places for these special occasions. From tropical seaside resorts around the world, to stunning natural settings in the USA, these are some of the best pl ..read more

Each year, we look forward to discovering fascinating and joyful places where LGBTQ couples can get married and spend their honeymoon. We asked our writers and editors to find destinations around the world that offer stunning, welcoming, fabulous places for these special occasions. From tropical seaside resorts in Hawaii, to historic museums in Chicago, these are some of the best places for unique, romantic, memorable celebrations of love and marriage. GREAT WEDDING VENUES IN THE USA O’AHU, HAWAII Not only is Hawaii America’s own little piece of Polynesia, but it’s also extremely gay friendly ..read more

It’s tradition to have your honeymoon soon after a daytime wedding or the next morning following an evening wedding. However, who says you have to follow tradition? We didn’t overthrow Prop 8 in 2013 and help legalize same-sex marriage in 2015 by adhering to traditions. Your honeymoon shouldn’t be any different. In my extended family, some honeymoons have been missed because the groom had a little too much to drink, or the bride was clinically exhausted from all the planning. They had scheduled their travel plans for the morning after a huge evening wedding, or they planned to leave for their ..read more