Trafford Restaurant – Warren, Rhode Island

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Trafford / 285 Water Street / Warren, RI 02885 / 401 – 289-2265 Some places are worth reviewing again (and again), as is the case with Trafford located in historic Warren, Rhode Island. I had reviewed Trafford’s a year ago (which you could find HERE) and was beyond excited to return. I am happy to say … Read more

Gay Travel – Product Review – Tretorn & Radii Footwear

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Tretorn Footwear / Radii Footwear – Unique shoes with modern style.  Who doesn’t like a new pair of shoes or sneakers, right? Two companies I recently came across are  Tretorn Footwear and Radii Footwear. Tretorn is all about taking you from the woods to the city. Tretorn celebrates lifestyle lived largely outside with functional and stylishly understated … Read more

Gay Travel – Tazza – Providence, RI

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Tazza / 250 Westminster Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-421-0031 I call them as I see them and Providence’s Tazza is HOT! I’m talking European chic, hot. Think high ceilings with  organically inspired chandeliers, the soft glow of candlelight, the pulsating beat of New Age pop, an extremely attractive (and friendly) staff, community tables made … Read more

Gay Travel Information – Caffe Dolce Vita, Hotel Dolce Villa & Smoke Lounge – Providence, RI

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Caffe Dolce Vita / 59 DePasquale Avenue / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-331-8240 I grew up on Federal Hill, Providence’s eclectic Little Italy neighborhood, continuously voted one of the top Little Italy’s in North America.  One of the reason’s Federal Hill is so popular is because of its Italian eateries including Caffe Dolce Vita. Caffe … Read more

Gay Travel Information – Product Review – SPENGLISH

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SPENGLISH (SPƎNGLISH) – Supporting Happiness, Reinforcing Love and Celebrating Diversity I have a lot of T-shirts. A lot. No, seriously – A LOT OF T-SHIRTS.   Just sayin.  SPENGLISH (SPƎNGLISH) stands out in my ever growing collection. The QUALITY is unlike any other tees I own. They use 100% Premium Cotton with a very special … Read more

Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Tag

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TAG – Bringing well-designed, stylish, and affordable products into the home of every consumer. For over 35 years, Tag has distributed thousands of home decor, kitchen, tabletop, gift, garden and furniture products through retailers across the country.  You have seen their products in department stores, home stores, and the “mom-and-pop” gift shop on Main Street.  … Read more

Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Dreamlets

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  Dreamlets® Dreamlets is a Seattle based company founded in 2006 to put smiles on faces by reigniting the childlike part in all of us; the place where creativity is conceived and dreams are never limited by our present understanding. Dreamlets believes that dreams do come true, and creativity has the power to make the … Read more

Gay Travel Information – Product Review – Anderson Design Group

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ANDERSON DESIGN GROUP – Award Winning Graphic Design Firm based in Nashville, TN Every season (or sometimes every month….week….ahem) I like to re-decorate! I like the home my partner and I live in to truly reflect our personalities.  Since we are both travel lovers we are ALWAYS on the lookout for cool new travel art. … Read more

Gay Travel Information: Paragon & Viva – Providence, RI

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Paragon & Viva / 234 Thayer Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-331-6200 There are many aspects that make Paragon / Viva great, one being it’s central location on thriving Thayer Street near Brown University. Then there is the alfresco dining. The beautiful interior. Their huge Sunday Brunch and incredibly delicious food.  Café Paragon opened … Read more

Gay Travel Information: Mister Sister Erotica – Providence, RI

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Quality Erotica without the attitude. Mister Sister Erotica / 268 Wickendon Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-421-6969 Nestled in the heart of Fox Point in Providence, Rhode Island, Mister Sister adds a tasteful and diverse selection of erotica catering to the eclectic neighborhood in which she stands. Mister Sister is an Erotic Boutique that … Read more

Trafford’s – Warren, Rhode Island

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Trafford’s / 285 Water Street / Warren, RI / 1-(401)-289-2265 I love Warren, Rhode Island. The smallest town in the smallest county in the smallest state. Warren has an historical, artsy, nautical vibe with eclectic shops, antique stores, a world class theater, and an assortment of waterfront restaurants.One of these crown jewels is Trafford located … Read more

Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale – Boston, MA

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Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale / 48 Temple Place / Boston, MA 02111 / 1-617-426-0048 Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale is much more than a gastropub, it is an experience. The 1800′s, speakeasy prohibition decor and ambiance is absolutely stunning! The design exposes it’s bare brick and old structure. Some of the decor highlights include … Read more

Provindence Biltmore – Providence, Rhode Island

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Providence Biltmore / 11 Dorrance Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 1-800-294-7709   This past Sunday morning I woke up with “butterfly’s in my stomach”, anticipating my upcoming review of the Providence Biltmore! I had been so excited to finally experience such a beautiful, historic hotel.     Walking into Providence Biltmore’s lobby you are instantly struck … Read more

Gay Travel Information: Jillian’s / Lucky Strike Lanes – Boston, MA

Jillians * Lucky Strike Lanes & Louge  / 145 Ipswich Street (next to Fenway) / Boston, MA 02215 / 1-617-437-0300 I recently had the pleasure of checking out Jillian’s Boston / Lucky Strike Lanes Lounge with my partner, Jennifer and friend, Adam. I had heard such great things about Jillian’s from friends who are from … Read more

Gay Travel Information: Kendra Staley Introduces us to Scentsy!

    (Kendra Staley)   A close friend of Out & About Travel’s, Kendra Staley, shared information with us on her SCENTSY business.   “Since I can remember I’ve always had a passion for candles and the warm, cozy feeling that seemed to wrap around you when the scent was released in to the air. I’ve … Read more

Harbor Village – Hyannis Port, MA – Gay & Lesbian Friendly Cottage Rentals!

Harbor Village – Cape Cod Cottages & Vacation Home Rentals / 160 Marston Avenue / Hyannis Port, MA 02647 / (508)-775-7581   The mid cape is home to a hidden gem. Harbor Village – Hyannis Port, MA.     Harbor Village consists of twenty cottages, all with individual charm. Some are country, some are eclectic … Read more

The Sunnyside Daytime Dining – Gay & Lesbian Friendly Warren, RI!

The Sunnyside Daytime Dining / 267 Water Street / Warren, RI / (401)-247-1200     The Sunnyside Daytime Dining in Warren, RI feels like a restaurant you’d expect to find located in Florida’s panhandle, on scenic Route 30-A near Destin, Florida . The name is extremely fitting, as it is the type place that would feel sunny even … Read more