Pick your favorite Cabanas Boy!!

Want to be a CABANA’S BOY?

Do you have what it takes to be a Cabana’s Boy?

Each year at The Cabana’s Guesthouse & Spa, we look for some of the sexiest gay men. We then tag them as our “boys”, allowing them to frolic and play all over our gay clothing optional resort, while being photographed by world famous photographer Vim Kruger. Kruger’s shots are then used to update our website and contribute to other promotional items for The Cabanas.

This year, we are encouraging all of our valued guests, both past and present, including those who receive our newsletter, to participate in the contest. As we do every year at The Cabanas, we are already planning the next photo shoot in the upcoming months. The only difference this year is that we are allowing YOU a chance to be included in the competition! That’s correct – you could be invited to The Cabanas Guesthouse and Spa in sunny Fort Lauderdale for a complimentary stay and inclusion in a professional photo shoot; not to mention a shot at becoming the 2011 Cabanas Boy! If you or someone you know thinks you’ve got what it takes, send us an email at cabanaboycontest@thecabanasguesthouse.com with your photo, a brief description, and a link to your facebook or twitter if you have them.

Tell us what you love about The Cabanas and why we should consider you as a candidate. We will be reviewing all submitted emails and if we decide that you’re Cabana Boy material, you just might be on your way to Fort Lauderdale for a stay at The Cabanas – on us!

Our guests come from all over the world and you’ll find that this is one gay resort and spa where everyone feels welcome. We are clothing optional and while we provide beautiful settings for those looking for a gay nudist resort, we find that nudists and non-nudist appreciate the option and feel comfortable either way. And if you’re looking to make friends while visiting us, you’ll find that we are well known for attracting and embracing the diversity that has made gay male culture so unique.

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Warm Sunny Winter has Returned to South Florida

After a seemingly endless (OK, it was only 8 days) and not to mention record setting cold spell in South Florida, the beautiful warm weather is back. The first two weeks of January surprised many South Floridians who are used to day after day of sunny skies and average daily winter temperatures running between 75-80 degrees. Furthermore, while everyone north of this sub tropical paradise had little symapthy for local cries from thin skin native Floridians, the 8 days of temperatures dropping into the 30’s was so far below average that many of us were considering packing up and moving to Florida – untill we realized we were already here.

Needless to say, the bears (as well as the leather men, muscle boys, etc..) have come out of hibernation. The tourist season (among other things, if you know what we mean) is back in full swing and the forecast is sunny and warm from here on out…. Well at least for South Florida.

While the rest of the country is enjoying arctic winds, freezing temperatures and piles of dirty, dirty snow, sadly the coldest thing available in South Florida is a frozen Margarita on the beach. Just terrible isn’t it?

So, for those of you in the rest of the country who are suffering from cabin fever, it’s time to exchange your snow shoveling, sidewalk salting, windshield-ice-chipping-duties for a relaxing, rejuvenating, tropical getaway.

If you can make it down before the end of January, consider taking advantage of our weekday stay at The Cabanas Guesthouse and Spa with rates starting at only $119 per night. For more information, reservations or availability, call toll free (866) 564-7764 or (954) 564-7764.

We even checked flights from most major airports in all the cold areas and found prices as low as $180 round trip with little advance notification. Visit www.kayak.com to find flights from your area.

If you’re planning a trip down after this month, now is the time to make your reservations. Rooms are booking fast at this premeir winter getaway and are expected to fill quickly.

The Cabanas sits on a secluded waterfront property in the Wilton Manors area of Fort Lauderdale. Famous for its private and friendly gay clothing-optional setting, The Cabanas offers unique hospitality and service that is unmatched in comparison to other gay mens resorts. Perfectly located between the Wilton Manors Strip and Fort Lauderdale Beach, there’s nothing that can’t be easily accessed. Dining, nightlife, shopping and more, Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors have everything and anything you need for a perfect winter getaway. If you’ve never stayed at The Cabanas, we’re confident that you’ll come as a visitor and return as a friend. Visit us at www.thecabanasguesthouse.com and take a tour, or CLICK HERE to make reservations now.

Spa Cabanas is leading provider of Babor Mens Products

Recently, our spa recieved an award from Babor Men as the leading provider and retailer of babor products in Broward County. The regional manager of Babor said

“Spa Cabanas has been a provider of Babor Cosmetics for over a year and a half. In that time they have become the leading provider and retailer of Babor products in Broward County. They offer countless Babor luxury treatments accompanied with impeccable service. Since first opening their doors they have gained an almost cult following, with clients flocking from all over the world to experience a treatment. They have done excellent business with us and remain to be one of our top retailers of Babor Men in the United States. We look forward with excited anticipation to continue our successful partnership with Spa Cabanas”.

Our spa is proud to be the leading provider of such a excellent product .With its for Men Only New Skin Care Line, Babor offers a gentle alternative to cosmetic surgery. Uniquely regenerate your anti-aging qualities or simply look younger without the need of a syringe or scalpel, Babor has done the research, created the products and provides the results.

The Cabanas Spa offers luxurious services to help you relax and rejuvenate on your vacation. From facials and pedicures to hair removal and full-body massage, The Spa is here to pamper you. You can visit the spa HERE . Use the dropdown menu to view all of our spa services or to request an appointment.

The Cabanas Announces Sweepstakes Winner

The Cabanas would like to congratulate Carl Parran of Gulfport, FL. as the winner of The Cabanas FREE STAY SWEEPSTAKES! Carl won a FREE 4 night stay plus spa treatment for himself and a guest.

We would like to thank everyone who participated by registering to win. We are also proud to announce that the FREE STAY SWEEPSTAKES will continue and we will be drawing another winner on April 30, 2010. If you are already in our database or have registered to win the previous sweepstakes, you will automatically be entered in the April 3oth sweepstakes.

If you have not registered, follow the link below and enter to win.

Modern Family

If you haven’t watched or heard about it, you really don’t know what your missing. The ABC show “Modern Family”  had more than a few people falling over laughing, and that was only during the season premier. The hilarious comedy features Ed O’Neill (best known as AL from “Married With Children”) as the aging father to two middle-aged children and their families (one straight family with kids and one gay couple who adopt a baby girl).  Creative plots and the neverending attempt to adjust to each others ways of life,  Modern Family is a major hit – and definitely worth watching each and every episode.

The Manor on Wilton Drive

The Manor is located on Wilton Drive and is a complete multi-level food and entertainment complex unlike anything else this area. The Manor features a lounge, a nightclub, a martini bar, a banquet/meeting facility, a coffee shop and restaurant and is using a totally remodeled space that was previously Flowers Restaurant and its neighbors. An entire second floor has been added to the building.

The Manor is the brainchild of prominent businessmen and real estate developers, Paul Hugo and Brett Tannenbaum. Hugo’s previous nightclubs locally included 825 and The Saint. Together they were responsible for the Coliseum nightclub and they owned several restaurants in the area.
Along with Hugo and Tannenbaum, the management team consists of Gary Santis and Jason Tamanini.

Santis is a nightclub and promotions guru who got his start twenty years ago in the famed Warsaw Ballroom on South Beach. He moved to Fort Lauderdale where he propelled nightclubs like The Saint, Pier, Coliseum and JetSet to mega-club status and the trend-setting establishments of their time. Santis also promoted the weekly Sunday event at VooDoo Lounge, “Babylon T-Dance” for years and owns and promotes two of the largest annual gay events in Fort Lauderdale: “The White Fort Lauderdale Event” and “The Black Fort Lauderdale Event”.

Working with Santis will be Jason Tamanini as Operations Director who will be responsible for ensuring that the “consumer experience” is second to none in all areas of the complex. Together they will be designing and bringing to life fresh innovative events and concepts.

Tamanini was part of the food and beverage team at the Trump Taj-Mahal in Atlantic City, worked in several restaurants in the area and became general manager of China White Lounge in Fort Lauderdale. Most recently Tamanini was managing South Beach’s Halo Lounge on Lincoln Road and has been responsible for overseeing the Halo Lounge in Washington, D.C.

Chef Brent M. Sick takes over as culinary master for The Manor. Chef Brent is a graduate of the prestigious International Culinary Institute of Pennsylvania. He moved to South Florida from Orlando where he was executive chef of two of American’s top ten busiest restaurants in the country, Fulton’s Crab House and Wolfgang Puck’s in Downtown Disney.
The chef plans to bring some of his signature offerings to The Manor. “Conceptually, I re-created the restaurant’s unique atmosphere through the house and tapas menus,” he said. “It has a little bit of some of the best things I have done running some of the most successful restaurants in the United States. I am very, very excited to be a key player in such a new and ambitious season for South Florida, Fort Lauderdale, and more importantly, Wilton Manors.”

Inside The Manor, you’ll be able to enjoy:
The York Restaurant – a bright and vibrant restaurant as exciting as its food. People-watching will be available outside on the Alfresco Colonnade which will be perfect for casual dining. Inside will be a crisp-chic casual experience complete with a baby grand piano. Whether dining inside or out, The Manor is promising outstanding food and service.
The Windsor Martini Bar will be the perfect place to enjoy classic martinis along with the latest trend in blended martinis. The servers are being specially trained by global martini experts to produce amazing handcrafted cocktails. Perfect for meeting someone and enjoying a cocktail before or after dinner.

Coffee Talk is the coffee shop that will be offering a selection of exceptional desserts, gelatos, quality roasted coffees, cappuccinos, espressos, teas and after-dining cordials throughout the day or evening. Free wi-fi Internet will be available.

The Epic Nightclub is a combination of vintage style and cosmopolitan sophistication. This two-level nightclub has four chandeliers, a covered outside arcade with a Polynesian flavor, a large performance stage and the best lighting and sound system available anywhere. There is also a VIP room for guests looking to go the extra mile.

The Ivy Lounge and Patio will host a variety of musical stylings throughout the week. Ever-changing soothing lights illuminate the ceiling. The room is also used as banquet facility offering complete catering and beverage service for private affairs.

If you’re planning a gay vacation to South Florida or the Fort Lauderdale area, consider staying at Fort Lauderdales premier gay resort – The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa. Located just blocks from the heart of Wilton Manors, the cabanas is centrally located near nightlife, fine didning, the beach, the bars and more. Visit their website now at www.thecabanasguesthouse.com for more info

What’s all the fuss about?

As the year comes to an end and the tourist season begins in South Florida, The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa is prepared as ever to host another great year. With that being said, we would like to say “thank you” to all of our wonderful guests. It is you, the customer, who helps make The Cabanas such a great place to stay. We appreciate our customer loyalty and strive to constantly improve their experience. Whether it’s your first or your fifth time staying with us, you can rest assured that we will go above and beyond to provide you with the most comfortable and relaxing stay imaginable. To all of our return guests, we look forward to seeing you all again soon. To our new guests, or those who’ve never stayed with us, take a look at what the others have to say….

“Nice big rooms, friendly staff. Great pools and 24 hour jacuzzi. Good atmosphere.”

“We have stayed at other resorts in Fort Lauderdale but none come close the experience you get at the Cabanas.”

“This was the third time I have stayed at The Cabanas. In between, I’ve stayed at a lot of guest houses in FL. I like to try everywhere, but I always seem to end up back here.”

“I have already booked another trip and a few friends have done so as well. I can’t say enough about this place!!! STAY HERE for sure!!!!”

“Definately will be coming back and definately highly recommed this place, and believe me we are not easily impressed!”

“I love Fort Lauderdale. I love this staff. I love The Cabanas. John, Bill, David – I feel like they have, over the years, evolved from owners/staff to friends. A great feeling that is, too.”

“I’ve stayed in a few other guesthouses since my first time here, but ended up back here again…I think this one is my favorite.”

“The service, standards and whole experience was completely superb!”

“Every time we go we meet interesting people from all over the country and end up spending hours by the pool with new friends. Trust me and stay here – you’ll thank yourself. We’ll be back next year!”

“They made my partner and me feel at home. Any requests were taken care of gladly. It was our first trip to South Florida. It won’t be our last. We have been to other guest houses. This was by far the best experience we have had. The people were friendly and NO ATTITUDE. It seemed like everyone was having fun.
Thank you to John and David Our Hosts. We will definately be back.”

“When we think of planning a vacation to FTL, our first thought is The Cabanas.”

“Once you stay at the Cabanas in Wilton Manors, I guarantee you will never want to stay anywhere else in Fort Lauderdale!”

“The Cabanas is to be highly recommended to the discerning gay traveller. John and his staff run a great ship and take wonderful care of their guests and their comfort.”

“There will be no question as to where I stay on my next visit to Fort Lauderdale — I can’t wait!”

Toronto to host World Pride in 2014

World Pride 2014 to be hosted in Toronto, Canada

Toronto will host an international celebration of gay rights after winning the support of delegates at the Inter-Pride Conference in Florida yesterday morning.

Beating out Stockolm in the competition to host the 2014 event, Pride Toronto organizers hope hosting the World Pride bash will bring a cash boost to the city. “A festival of this nature will bring Pride contingents from the world over,” said Pride Toronto spokeswoman Crystal Moore. “There’s no telling just how many will flock to the city for World Pride in 2014.”

World Pride — which includes a parade, an opening ceremony, festivals and cultural events — promotes gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-gender issues internationally. Toronto’s World Pride event will include a human-rights conference and an AIDS candlelight vigil, among other activities.

Organizers from Pride Toronto said last year’s Pride Week, which hosted more than one million people, contributed $136-million to the city’s economy and drew nearly 750,000 tourists to the city. The 10-day-long celebration in June cost about $4-million.

They anticipate even more attendees for World Pride, noting London expects double their attendance rates in 2012.

“World Pride 2014 will transform our local pride and community spirit, while generating a positive impact on our economy, our tourism and commercial industry, and our physical and social community,” Ms. Moore said.

“In over 29 years of Pride Week celebrations, the world has taken notice of Toronto as a city that celebrates diversity,” said George Smitherman, Ontario’s Deputy Premier and the first openly gay Cabinet minister.

Toronto triumphed over Stockholm with 78% of the ballots in the second round of voting yesterday at the conference in St. Petersburg. Stockholm also lost a bid to host the event in 2012.

The Toronto bid was presented on Saturday by a contingent including police officers and David Whitaker, the president of Tourism Toronto.

The World Pride celebration was first held in Rome in 2000. The second was set to take place in Jerusalem in 2006 but was cancelled due to regional conflict. The next one is scheduled in 2012 in London, just before the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

World Pride will happen simultaneously with Toronto’s Pride Week in 2014. Next year’s Pride Week is the event’s 30th anniversary and will be held from June 25 to July 4.

Read more: http://www.nationalpost.com/news/story.html?id=2118654#ixzz0UUB82cXa
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And in the meantime, seeing as Pride 2014 is nearly 5 years away, book a winter vacation at The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa, Fort Lauderdale’s Premeir Gay Men