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Weathering coral produces stunning white sand beaches juxtaposed with the aqua blue ocean and swaying palm trees -- it feels like you’ve found paradise. The Bucuti Beach and Tara Resort in Aruba offers a small, more intimate experience. It has become a favorite for honeymooners and LGBT couples. Recently, the 104-room resort became adult only to further cater to the couples looking for a romantic getaway, and they offer a several proposal packages for those looking to pop the question while on vacation.

The literary world mourns the loss of a unique icon.

Portland can brag it has some of the best restaurants and chefs in the country, and one of Portland's rising stars is openly gay chef Kate Squibb. Be it opening her own restaurant, driving a slow-food truck across the country, or becoming a Food Network star, one thing is for sure: Chef Kate Squibb is already great.