You have seen the historic photos of President-Elect Barack Obama delivering his victory speech on Election Night from Grant Park. Now, you want to visit Obama’s hometown.

Well, we have discovered a terrific guidebook that will help you get around Chicago easily. A Field Guide to Gay and Lesbian Chicago highlights the places to see and be seen as a gay man or lesbian visiting this wonderful city.

The authors, Kathie Bergquist and Robert McDonald, have done a splendid job detailing every possible fun thing to do and see. No time is wasted on the mundane tourist info you can find in an ordinary guidebook. Rather, their focus is on all things GLBT-related, from sports and shopping, to gay-friendly accommodations, dining, nightlife and everything in between.

We think you’ll find this guidebook an informative, funny, essential gay read.

By May 15, 2008, AirTran Airways, American Airlines, Continental, Delta, Northwest, United and US Airways will be charging extra fees to check your second piece of luggage.

Therefore, we must learn to pack more efficiently. Seasoned traveler, Doug Dyment, has come up with “bundle wrapping” to ensure that you get everything you need into one suitcase. You can read more about “bundle wrapping” for efficient one suitcase packing at http://www.onebag.com/pack.html.

Diane Roberts wrote a terrific article for the Washington Post that appeared in yesterday’s (10/21/2007) paper. The article is entitled “In the off-season, it’s even more laid back”. Roberts explains that without the tourist crowds you can really see much more of the island, enjoy a relaxing meal, and get acquainted with what really makes Key West unique including the Hemingway six-toed cats.

Read more about the lure of Key West and plan your next vacation to Key West. PinkPavilions.com has listings in the Florida Keys that will enable you to enjoy your Key West visit.

• Key West vacation rentals
• Marathon vacation rentals

View all of PinkPavilions.com Florida vacation rentals

For all you Leaf Peepers, September is here and the fall foliage reports are being updated. Below is a list of those websites that predict the weeks of the various autumn color stages –

• Maine Foliage Report
• New Hampshire Foliage Report for 2007
• Vermont Fall Foliage Report
• Massachusetts Fall Foliage Report begins September 14, 2007
• Connecticut Fall Foliage Report begins September 17, 2007
• Rhode Island Fall Foliage Report
• New York Fall Foliage Report begins September 12, 2007 – (leaf guide)
• Pennsylvania Weekly Fall Foliage Leaf Report
• Virginia Fall Foliage Report begins October 1, 2007
• Northern California Fall Foliage Report begin September 21, 2007
• USDA Fall Foliage Report

Situated between Rimini and Riccione on the Adriatic coast lies Beach Number 134 or Pink Beach. It is only a small slice of the 50-mile coastline but it is a slice of heaven for lesbian travelers that don’t want to be bothered by Italy’s macho Latin lovers.

The beach is owned by entrepreneur Fausto Ravaglio. He has hired only one male, the life guard. All other beach personnel, fitness instructors and DJs, are women. You can get a manicure, participate in a water aerobics class or just relax in the sun.

The beach is free of men, children, loud music, and fried foods. Only healthy, fresh foods are offered at the beach club.

If you want to enjoy a ladies day on the beach, head to Pink Beach in Riccione, Italy.