Fort Lauderdale: Insider's Guide

Richard Gray, managing director of the LGBT market for the Greater Fort Lauderdale Tourism Bureau:
On the blossoming community: "We are growing internally, and the community is growing. Each year, we keep seeing more and more LGBT travelers coming. There are very few resort destinations that boast hundreds and hundreds of LGBT-owned businesses, and the community here is a very big draw."

David Jobin, executive director of Stonewall Museum:
On being a place of Pride: "We are opening Pride week to really show the community what our plans are for [the museum]. The fact that we have Stonewall Pride in the dead of summer and fill the streets tells you something."

Jason Allamon from Beefcakes Bar & Grill/Boardwalk:
Go cruising: Try the monthlyGay Tea Cruises sponsored by Guy Magazine.

Chuck Knowles, DJ at Georgie's Alibi:
Savor the seas: Gaysha new world sushi bar of Wilton Manors is delicious!

Valerie Peru of Hilton Beach Resort:
Pig out: Luigi’s has the best pizza and Rok burger bar (208 SW 2nd St., (954) 525-7656) has the best burgers.