Pride Month is a month-long observance in celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, as well as the history, culture, and contributions of these people and their communities. Celebrated each year in the month of June, it is not limited to people with these sexualities or gender identities. Luxury hotels in North America are gearing up to celebrate Pride Month by offering LGBTQ-friendly packages, events, special programming, and more.
InterContinental New York Times Square – New York, NY
To celebrate Pride Month, InterContinental New York Times Square launches “Stay with Pride” package. 5% of the room fee will be donated to the Trevor Project, an American nonprofit organization focused on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth. Guests booking with the package can also enjoy a complimentary round of the hotel’s signature 75th anniversary cocktail for two at The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen.
Crowne Plaza HY36 – New York, NY
Midtown Manhattan hotel Crowne Plaza HY36 launched its Pride package as well. Lasting through June, “Stay with Pride” offer includes two Pride-themed cocktails at the hotel’s restaurant Burgerology and a curated welcome bag filled with all Pride necessities and goodies, such as sunblock, glitter, and of course a Pride flag. Additionally, Crowne Plaza HY36 will donate $10 for every package booked to The Ali Forney Center, a NYC-based nonprofit that protects LGBTQ+ youth from homelessness and empowers them with the tools needed to live independently. Crowne Plaza HY36 will also be hosting a drag brunch series throughout the month of June and will be serving up spirited cocktails, including the BennyDeLaCrem, Jiggles Caliente and SilkyNutmeg.
LEGOLAND New York Resort – Goshen, NY
Families visiting LEGOLAND New York can celebrate Pride Month together. They can visit the world’s smallest Pride Parade (located in MINILAND USA), then explore the Park’s seven themed lands, including the world premiere LEGO Factory Adventure ride, the Dragon Coaster, and LEGO® NINJAGO® The Ride. After a fun summer day at the Park, sleep over in one of the hotel’s 250-themed guest rooms that include a separate sleeping area just for kids (with bunk beds and a trundle) and interactive features throughout. The rooms (think: Pirate, Kingdom, LEGO Friends, and LEGO® NINJAGO® themes) feature an innovative Google Nest Hub that can do anything from telling children an immersive bedtime story to sending them on an in-room scavenger hunt or ordering room service.
Marriott Marquis Houston – Houston, TX
This year, the 44th annual Houston LGBT+ Pride Celebration® Festival and Parade will take place downtown on June 25. Visitors will have a chance to experience various entertainment shows, DJs, a family fun zone as well as exhibition and vendor booths. Overnight guests can stay at the nearby Marriott Marquis Houston that boasts the world’s largest Texas-shaped rooftop lazy river.
The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club – St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg is home to Florida’s largest Pride celebration, St. Pete Pride, which brings over a month of festivities to downtown St. Pete starting with the 12th Annual Miss St. Pete Pride Pageant on May 22. The historic Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club offers luxury open-air amenities so guests can relax in between events, including two outdoor pools, a picturesque 18-hole golf course, a private marina, tennis courts and a waterfront “Floribbean” restaurant Paul’s Landing. Additional Pride events include a one woman show by the legend herself, Sandra Bernhard; a Juneteenth celebration; a family-friendly carnival; and the grand Pride Parade, whose route marches right in front of the resort.
Thompson Playa del Carmen – Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Thompson Playa del Carmen, a two-in-one adults-only urban resort in the heart of Playa del Carmen’s Quinta Avenida, is celebrating Pride Month by hosting weekly rooftop pool parties with live DJ performances and drag queens all month long at the famous Alessia Day Club. The property recently received the notable distinction from Queer Destinations as a designated safe and friendly hotel for the LGBTQ+ community.
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