I have put together several months' worth of research on Gay Travel destinations. Many of them are far away but some of the best may be right in your own back yard!

Zoom Vacations offers the most incredible trip to Peru, including Machu Picchu, March 12- 20, 2005 at the low price of $2999, including air from Miami and all inter-Peru air on LAN Airlines, a member of the Oneworld Alliance!
Here are just a few of the hi-lights of this incredible trip:

All 4 and 5 star accommodations, including 3 nights in the 5
star Orient Express, Monastario Hotel in Cusco. The Orient-Express
train journey through the Andes, complete with cocktails and a gourmet
dinner. It just doesn't get any better than this! Several unique meals found nowhere else, such as lunch in a stunning hacienda in the Sacred Valley, and dinner in the oldest mansion in Lima. Another highlight is the unforgettable exploration of the ancient Incan site of Machu Picchu, one of the world's most intriguing and visually dramatic places.

If you are looking for the exotic, English-speaking visitors planning a visit to the Land of the Rising Sun can research the Hotel Olivean's facilities, including color photos and details of the Onsen Spa, restaurants, and traditional Japanese and Western-style rooms; view Shodoshima's many attractions; access rates; and book reservations. There are also detailed maps and comprehensive transportation information, as well as links to all U.S.-based tour operators offering itineraries that include Shodoshima, making the discovery of the Real Japan easier than ever before.

The Hotel Olivean, set on a promontory overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, is part luxury resort and part spiritual retreat, with unparalleled views of Shodoshima's renowned sunsets, a 300,000-year-old natural hot spring Onsen spa, and 5 gourmet restaurants, ranging from traditional Japanese delicacies to exquisite French cuisine. Shodoshima, the second largest island in the Seto Inland Sea, posesses an unchanged and unspoiled natural beauty rarely found today in Japan or elsewhere, providing visitors with a breathtaking counterpoint to the usual stops included in itineraries to Japan, and an experience of the Japan of history and legend ­ the Real Japan.

Enchanting Ireland resonates with a rich history, proud people and breathtaking landscapes. As we tour Ireland, magical settings unfold that will never be forgotten. Ribbons of mist glide gracefully past small villages, over forests, moors and countryside. Medieval castles stand regally along the fertile banks of deep blue lakes. Sophisticated Dublin teems with vibrant energy and modern neighborhoods blend with historic buildings and majestic cathedrals. All around are hidden delights waiting to be experienced, captivating us with their beauty and charm. These tours are designed to make the most of Ireland. And it is especially comfortable to travel with fellow gay and lesbian travelers. There is no better way to experience the rural beauty of the Island than with your new friends. In Dublin we'll help you get your footings with a city tour so you'll know the general sites and gay-specific things to do when you strike out on your own in this exceptional city on the Green Isle.