New York’s tourism industry is cheering the state’s newly approved same-sex marriage legislation, with supporters predicting that thousands of gay couples will bring their wedding parties — and dollars — to New York once the law goes into effect July 24. Mayor Michael Bloomberg will launch “NYC I Do,” a campaign to build on the law’s passage by selling the city as a gay-wedding destination, a spokeswoman for the city’s marketing office told Bloomberg News. The city’s tourism website already includes a Q&A about the new law and highlights hotels advertising gay wedding specials. Among them: Le Parker Meridien, which offers a “Love Has No Boundaries/Born This Way” wedding package, with a ceremony and reception for 100 people for $25,000. www.biggaynews.com
Queen & I Thai Restaurant, GaYBOR Thanks You
It was a lively night out Tuesday at the GaYBOR BINGO at the Queen & I Thai Restaurant on Central Ave. in St. Pete. Arica Love was the “B” caller for the fun prizes. BINGO is every Tuesday and the money goes to a weekly community charity. Thank You Brian and Don.
Gay Marriage Set to Boost New York Tourism
New York’s tourism industry is cheering the state’s newly approved same-sex marriage legislation, with supporters predicting that thousands of gay couples will bring their wedding parties — and dollars — to New York once the law goes into effect July 24. Mayor Michael Bloomberg will launch “NYC I Do,” a campaign to build on the law’s passage by selling the city as a gay-wedding destination, a spokeswoman for the city’s marketing office told Bloomberg News. The city’s tourism website already includes a Q&A about the new law and highlights hotels advertising gay wedding specials. Among them: Le Parker Meridien, which offers a “Love Has No Boundaries/Born This Way” wedding package, with a ceremony and reception for 100 people for $25,000. www.biggaynews.com
People are Talking
We have never seen GaYBOR busier than this past Saturday nght! There were long lines for the clubs after a.m. Now that’s Viva La GaYBOR!!!… Congratulations to The Laughing Cat Restaurant who are moving into the former Streetcar Charlie’s. Franco promises to keep the famous Italian lunch buffet!… In an unofficial poll, it was decided that the Best Chicken Wings in GaYBOR are at New York, New York on 7th!…The NEW Tuesday Night Party at G.BAR was a HIT! Check it out this week… The Iocal weekly broadcast internet show, LGBT LIVE, broadcasted this week from Hamburger Mary’s. Hosted by Arica Love and Esme Russell with guest Tea Cup, it was one of the highest viewed episodes yet! Tune in the Wednesday at 3:30. Speaking of Arica, it is rumored that she was caught giving a lap dance to Kurt? OH MY… Lastly, what about the Ybor Resort & Spa sky banner at St. Pete Pride. It seems everybody has an opinion.
Just Sayin’
Ybor City and Tampa were so proud to be very involved and supportive of St. Pete Pride! Just Sayin’.
Mark & Carrie’s Nephew of the Week: Mikey McKinney
When not busy at Starbucks, Mikey can be found bartending at Liquid Lounge in GaYBOR. Something that people do not know about Mikey is that he tried out and played for Florida Orchestra! He plays the cello and piano. And he is a Gemini! Facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=531011269
