Adam Dupuis

Photo by RDNE Stock project We’ve turned the corner and pumpkin spice is flowing, holiday season is just around the corner, and Mariah Carey has started the thaw. The end of September is the usual start of my brain churning for presents for the family. We’re ready to share these thoughtful ideas for the men in your life, and maybe just for yourself.

Nestled along the Kissimmee River, Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo offers a full-scale, 1,700-acre immersive ranch escape that balances authentic Western heritage with modern luxury. Just about an hour south of Orlando and its bustling theme parks lies a Florida few tourists ever see – an oasis of paradise in the middle of nowhere and one of the few untouched pieces of Florida wilderness.

Gay travelers who want a beach vacation in Mexico default to Puerto Vallarta. It has the gayborhood, speedos, pool parties, and bar crawls. It makes sense for a certain crowd. But if you’re looking for somewhere calmer and just as welcoming, there’s a small city tucked into a bay further down the coast that deserves your immediate attention. Another Mexico to Love Zihuatanejo isn’t famous. That’s what makes it perfect for a couple or anyone looking for relaxation more than a party-like atmosphere.