Peace Love & Bears

Travel Club

A Group of Gay Bears on a Virgin Voyages Ship

Real Connection

A white gay bear with a black gay chaser, smiling on a beach at Virgin Voyages Bimini Beach Club

Unapogetically Ourselves

A husky white guy with a beard being fed pizza at the Virgin Voyages pool

Shit-Tons
of Fun

A partying black twink with a white bear cub behind him on Virgin Voyages

Sinfully Authentic

A Better Approach For Gay Travel

Calling all bears & otters, and those who admire them.Calling the body positive, nudist, or polyamorous...the humanists, hedonists, kinksters, or apprentices...those who crave a connection with likeminded souls.

whether you are gay, bi, queer, pan, or trans...party-animal or an introvert...figuring shit out, or vibrantly & unapogetically yourself

as long as you're open-minded & open-hearted...then this is the group for you

We are crafting a travel experience that seeks to create connection, validate your body, and enrich your soul.

The Cruise

April 17–24, 2027

our Group Leader by a Virgin Voyages ship

Embark with your crew on the best adults-only cruise line in the business. With all food included, gorgeous staterooms, and exclusives just for us, this is the perfect trip to kickstart our club!

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The Safari

October 2027

Gay bear shirtless on safari

Discover the incredible life and sights of Kenya, traveling with a brotherhood that seeks a deeper, richer view of the world and each other.

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Who's Right For This Club?

First off, you gotta read our manifesto. We're forming a travel club that is unlike any other gay cruise you've ever heard of. It's unlike any retreat that is all over your Instagram ads, and is meant to unlock you however you wanna be. Here's some of the guys that will get the most out of our trips. You don't have to be all of these things, and you may be something else entirely, but this gives you an idea of what we envision:

A group of men on the beach with different body types and skin colors and ages

Body-Positive Guys

Shed the shame and embrace your beautiful self. We're here to celebrate who we are and fuck the haters.

A black bear and white otter chatting in a bar on a Virgin Voyages ship

Open to Being Open

Introverts and Extraverts alike all need connection and camaraderie. It's not about your energy level, it's about being present and connecting in the way that feels right for you.

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Hedonists

Life is meant to be savored. Come for the amazing food, the warm sun, the electric touch, and the thrum of the bass in your bones. We're done feeling guilty for wanting to feel good.

A gay bear, naked with a pool donut hiding his private bits

Clothing-Optional Enthusiasts

Your body isn't something to be hidden; it's a statement of radical self-acceptance. While we have to follow the ship's rules in public, our vibe is one where nudity is natural, beautiful, and celebrated.

A throuple, with a gay bear being kissed on the cheek by an otter and a twink

Poly or Poly-Curious

More love is never a problem, and love comes in many forms. Whether you're partnered, solo, or navigating a beautiful constellation of relationships, you can be open here without fear of judgment.

A bearded man staring out the window on a Virgin Voyages ship

Introspective Thinkers

You're done with small talk and ready for the real shit. What fuels your fire? What makes you tick? Whether you have a detailed map of your inner world or you're just starting to explore the depths, you're encouraged to explore it with us.

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Creative Souls

You see the world a little differently. You're a painter, a writer, a musician, a designer, or just a passionate appreciator of art and beauty. You'll find inspiration everywhere here: in the design of the ship, the color of the sea, and the authentic stories of the men around you.

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Community Contributors

Bring your whole self—your talents, your art, your passion—and share it with others who can learn from you. We are co-creating a magically meaningful experience.

This group is intended for people who identify as gay/bi/queer/pan/trans men who are attracted to similar men, with an intention for creating brotherhood. If these descriptions speak to you but you are in a different group of people, reach out to us at Outward Travel and we'll talk about crafting a trip for your community.

So How Do We Create Connection?

With radical openness, honesty, and vulnerability.
Yeah, that can be scary as fuck.
But we stare down the inhibitions about being ourselves and embrace exactly who we are, together.

We're planning all sorts of ways to be together, and you are free to engage to whatever degree you're comfortable. Intentional group dinners & cocktail parties, a cuddle party movie night, underwear-clad art experiences, strip-tease karaoke, maybe a kink demo—the ideas are endless but so are the opportunities.

Questions We Want To Avoid

So, what do you do for a living?
What do you do for fun?
Where are you from?
Top? Bottom? What are you into?
You have some cool ink, man (...gee, thanks?)
Having fun?

Conversations We'll Spark

What is a moment you'll never forget?
What do you do differently than most people?
What motivates you?
What is the nicest thing someont has said about you?
What is something that surprises people about you?
What are you passionate about right now?

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Check out the cruise, discover why Virgin Voyages if effin' awesome, and more about our inaugural plans.

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Go on the vacation of a lifetime, with new friends for a lifetime. Discover what we're planning for a Gay Bear Safari.

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What else do you want to know? Check out our FAQ, email us, or sign up for an upcoming webinar!

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