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Besides the natural beauty of the rainforests, bioluminescent lakes, and culinary delights, there are plenty of things to do for LGBTQ travelers. Here are five ways to enjoy a Puerto Rican gaycation.

Tucked away from the crowds and surrounded by acres of towering trees, you’ll discover a wonder of nature: cool, gemstone-colored freshwater bubbling from deep below the surface. The picturesque calm is inviting for nature lovers, families, and those seeking pure rejuvenation. Enjoy the springs with a refreshing swim, kickback in an innertube, or paddle through the water on a kayak or paddleboard. Relax on the sandy shorelines, explore surrounding trails, or simply bask in the unfiltered beauty. 

The image was so perfectly Louisiana that it might as well have been a postcard.

“How about Pasco County?” My friend wrote. “It’s part of Florida’s ‘Nature Coast,’ just 30 miles north of Tampa. My own family had a blast there recently, and there’s no shortage of water fun!”

We hit the road and headed to a city with Cajun cuisine, craft beer, casinos, and more: Lake Charles, Louisiana.