Author: Read with Pride

Picture this: azure Mediterranean waters lapping at golden beaches, historic cobblestone streets lined with rainbow flags, and a town where holding your partner’s hand isn’t just accepted, it’s celebrated. Welcome to Sitges, the gay jewel of the Mediterranean and possibly the most fabulous place on earth to say “I do.” Just 35 kilometers south of …

Sitges Sun: A Spanish Seaside WeddingRead More

Picture this: you and your partner exchanging vows under a canopy of stars in the Moroccan desert, lanterns flickering against terracotta walls, the scent of orange blossoms hanging in the warm evening air. If that doesn’t sound like the beginning of the best MM romance novel you’ve ever read, I don’t know what does, except …

Marrakech Mystery: Exotic Elopements in MoroccoRead More

Picture this: You’re standing hand-in-hand with your partner in front of the Palazzo Vecchio, Renaissance architecture soaring above you, centuries of art and romance literally surrounding your love story. That’s Florence, darling, where Michelangelo’s David isn’t the only masterpiece stealing hearts. If you’re planning a gay wedding or honeymoon and want something beyond the predictable …

Florence Forever: Renaissance Romance for Gay GroomsRead More

If you’re planning to say “I do” somewhere absolutely fabulous, Puerto Vallarta needs to be at the top of your list. This sun-soaked Mexican paradise isn’t just a beach destination: it’s the undisputed gay capital of Mexico and one of the most welcoming spots on the planet for LGBTQ+ couples to celebrate their love. Recently …

Puerto Vallarta Pride: Mexico's Premier Gay Wedding SpotRead More

There’s something absolutely magical about saying “I do” while gliding along the canals of Amsterdam. Maybe it’s the historic Golden Age buildings reflecting in the water, or the fact that you’re celebrating love in a city that’s been fighting for our right to do exactly that since long before it was cool. Amsterdam isn’t just …

Amsterdam Allure: Canal-Side Weddings and PrideRead More

Look, we love a good beach honeymoon as much as the next couple. But if your idea of romantic bliss involves more adrenaline than umbrella drinks, it’s time we talk about Queenstown, New Zealand. This stunning lakeside town isn’t just the adventure capital of the world, it’s also one of the most spectacularly gay-friendly honeymoon …

Queenstown Quest: Adventure Honeymoons in New ZealandRead More

If you’ve been dreaming of a wedding that’s equal parts stylish minimalism and cozy intimacy, Copenhagen should be at the top of your list. This Danish capital has mastered the art of making everything look effortlessly chic while feeling genuinely warm: a perfect combo for gay couples looking to celebrate their love in a place …

Copenhagen Cool: Scandi-Style Weddings and DesignRead More

Picture this: you’re standing barefoot in the sand, tropical breeze playing with your hair, watching the sun dip into the Gulf of Mexico while you say “I do” to the love of your life. Welcome to Key West, where the only thing warmer than the weather is the welcome you’ll receive. As the southernmost point …

Key West Kindness: Island Vibes for Your Special DayRead More

So you’ve said “I do,” popped the champagne, and now you’re wondering where to celebrate your love story. Let us paint you a picture: azure waters, palm-lined promenades, Belle Époque architecture, and enough glamour to make even the most jaded romantic swoon. Welcome to Nice and the French Riviera, where sophistication meets sunshine, and your …

Nice Nuance: A French Riviera HoneymoonRead More

There’s something impossibly romantic about Ireland. Maybe it’s the rolling green hills that look like they’ve been lifted straight from a fairy tale, or the way the locals weave stories with such warmth you feel like you’ve known them forever. For LGBTQ+ couples planning their wedding or honeymoon, Dublin offers that rare combination of historic …

Dublin Devotion: Irish Charm for Modern CouplesRead More

When you’re planning the wedding or honeymoon of your dreams, you want a place that doesn’t just tolerate your love: it celebrates it. Enter Tel Aviv, the glittering jewel of the Mediterranean and the undisputed queer capital of the Middle East. This sun-soaked Israeli city isn’t just LGBTQ+-friendly; it’s a full-blown love letter to our …

Tel Aviv Tide: Mediterranean Weddings and NightlifeRead More

Picture this: you’re standing under a canopy of heritage oaks, surrounded by rolling hills of grapevines that stretch to the horizon, a glass of world-class cabernet in hand, and your person beside you ready to say “I do.” Welcome to Napa Valley, where gay couples come to celebrate love with a side of sophisticated indulgence. …

Napa Valley Nectar: Vineyard Vows and Wine LoversRead More

Picture this: cobblestone streets lit by gas lamps, Gothic spires piercing twilight skies, and you and your partner saying “I do” in a medieval palace that’s straight out of your favorite historical MM romance novel. Welcome to Prague, where fairy tales aren’t just for storybooks, they’re for gay couples ready to celebrate love in one …

Prague Poetry: Gothic Romance for Your WeddingRead More

So you’ve tied the knot (or you’re about to), and now comes the fun part, planning the honeymoon. But here’s the thing: while Phuket gets all the attention with its party scene and crowded beaches, there’s a quieter, more intimate island just waiting to give you that postcard-perfect escape. Enter Koh Samui, Thailand’s answer to …

Koh Samui Serenity: Private Villas for a Gay HoneymoonRead More

There’s something quietly revolutionary happening in the world of architecture. While most of us walk past buildings without giving them a second thought, a growing movement of gay architects and queer designers are fundamentally reshaping how we think about space, form, and function. They’re not just designing buildings: they’re dismantling centuries of heteronormative assumptions about …

The Architect's Eye: Blurring Gender Lines in Building DesignRead More

There’s something deeply powerful about walking down a city street and seeing your existence splashed across a wall in vibrant color. Not tucked away in a gallery where you need a ticket to enter, but right there: bold, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore. Gay murals aren’t just pretty pictures. They’re battle cries painted in rainbows, …

Walls That Talk: The Political Power of Gay MuralsRead More

Let’s be real: there’s something deliciously queer about opera. From the soaring arias to the over-the-top costumes, from the tragic love stories to the larger-than-life divas commanding the stage, opera has been a haven for the gay community for centuries. But why? What is it about this art form that has made it such an …

Divas and Dramatics: Why the Opera is a Gay SanctuaryRead More

When words fail, the body speaks. For generations, gay and queer performers have used dance as a language all its own: one that doesn’t need translation, doesn’t need permission, and certainly doesn’t need to fit into society’s neat little boxes. Much like the MM romance books we celebrate at Read with Pride, dance tells stories …

The Language of Dance: How Gay Performers Tell Our StoriesRead More

Long before Pride parades filled city streets and rainbow flags flew openly, theatre stages provided something precious and rare: a space where queer people could exist, even if only in whispers and coded gestures. The footlights illuminated stories that couldn’t be told anywhere else, and the anonymity of the darkened audience created a temporary sanctuary …

Under the Greasepaint: The History of Queer Expression in TheatreRead More

Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention in queer cultural conversations: sculpture. Yeah, I know, when we think about LGBTQ+ art, we usually gravitate toward literature (hello, MM romance books), film, or painting. But sculpture? That three-dimensional art form has been quietly serving looks, challenging norms, and celebrating queer bodies for decades. …

Chiseled Perfection: The Evolution of Gay Themes in Modern SculptureRead More