Travel Friends
With Benefits
LGBTQ+ travel experiences curated by friends, for friends.
About BestMates
We're a team of LGBTQ+ travel advisors who believe the best trips happen when you travel with people who get you. Whether it's a group cruise, a custom itinerary, or hotel perks that make your stay unforgettable — we handle everything so you can focus on making memories.
Friends With Benefits
Group Trips
Curated LGBTQ+ group travel experiences. Cruises, retreats, and adventures with your people.
The Glow Up
Complimentary hotel perks — room upgrades, breakfast, spa credits — at no extra cost to you.
Custom Planning
Tell us your dream trip and we'll build the perfect itinerary — flights, hotels, experiences, all of it.
Upcoming Trips
April 10 – 14, 2026
Camp Bestmates
A long-weekend at summer camp, led by Camp Counselors Omar and Kass, to bring out our inner child, maximize queer joy and build community.
Starting at $1100
July 30 – August 4, 2026
World Pride 2026, Amsterdam
A long weekend in Amsterdam during World Pride 2026, designed to maximize joy, chosen family energy, and shared experiences.
Starting at $1100
October 24 – 29, 2026
Splash Of Pride: Halloween Edition
Launching out of LA, experience Virgin Voyage's newest ship with your chosen family, for a special halloween sailing. Starting at only $749 per sailor!
Starting at $749
What Our Travelers Say
"The best travel experience I've ever had. The team thought of everything."
— Happy Traveler
"I've never felt so welcomed on a group trip. Found my travel family."
— Happy Traveler
"The Glow Up is insane — got a suite upgrade and spa credits just for booking through BestMates."
— Happy Traveler