Joey Amato

The 5 Easiest Ways to Save Money

Pride Wealth Strategies

Joey Amato on January 22, 2021

People in the LGBTQ community have a habit of overspending. There are many reasons for this, but one is because we all seem to judge one another by our possessions.

Three Ways to Reach LGBTQ Consumers in the New Normal

COVID-19 Biz

Joey Amato on May 29, 2020

The recent COVID-19 pandemic has turned consumer behavior upside down, but in recent days we have seen states begin to devise and, in some cases, implement their strategies for slowly reopening.

Pride Journeys: St. Louis

Queer Travelogue: Exploring the Arch City

Joey Amato on February 28, 2020

St. Louis is more or less centrally located, so it is easy to travel to from almost anywhere in North America. This makes St. Louis a fantastic destination for a long weekend getaway.

Pride Journey: Palm Springs

Queer Travelogue: A Magical City Replete with Gayness

Joey Amato on February 25, 2020

Palm Springs is one of those destinations that you never get tired of. I’m not sure if it’s the landscape or the abundance of over-the-top gayness that makes the city truly magical.

Pride Journey: Grand Rapids/Saugatuck

Queer Travelogue: Midwest Offers Charm and Friendliness

Joey Amato on February 12, 2020

For the past few years, I’ve heard about a small town in Michigan known for its LGBTQ friendliness and charm. It wasn’t until I had the opportunity to visit Saugatuck and its neighboring town, Douglas that I got to experience it first-hand.

Pride Journey: Wichita, Kansas

Queer Travelogue: It’s More Than ‘Cowtown’

Joey Amato on January 31, 2020

When I found out I had the opportunity to visit Wichita, I was really excited. I had never been to Kansas before (aside from Kansas City) and was eager to see what “Cowtown” had to offer.

Getting To Know ‘MAJESTY’ Author Jake Biondi

‘BOYSTOWN’ Creator Shares Storylines

Joey Amato on January 24, 2020

Since 2013, Jake Biondi has brought his “BOYSTOWN” series to audiences and readers alike. Then in 2018, he added a new series, “MAJESTY,” which is set in the Medieval era.

Pride Journey: Columbus, Ohio

Queer Travelouge: Midwest City Has Lots to Offer

Joey Amato on January 10, 2020

This was my fourth visit to Columbus, Ohio and every time I visit, I discover something new. What a lot of people don’t realize about this thriving mid-west city is that its LGBTQ community is one of the largest in the United States and growing every day.

Pride Journey — Providence, Rhode Island

Queer Travelogue: Plenty of Fun in the Nation’s Smallest State

Joey Amato on August 9, 2019

Being a proud gay journalist, I’ve travelled to dozens of Pride events around the world. From São Paulo, Brazil to Nashville, Tenn., I’ve seen just about everything. But, the one thing I had never seen was a night-time parade. That all changed in Providence. Yes…Providence, R.I.!

Pride Journey: Spokane, Washington

Pacific Northwest Full of Splendor and Natural Beauty

Joey Amato on July 5, 2019

The Pacific Northwest is and has always been one of my favorite places in the country to visit. Natural beauty is around every corner and Spokane is no different.