Troy Petenbrink, Author at Men's Life DC - Lifestyle News & Information for Men (& Women) in Washington, DC

Troy Petenbrink

Troy, also known as The Gay Traveler, is a well known travel and food writer. His has been a regular contributor to a variety of outlets including National Geographic, Travel Channel, DCRefined, CBS Local, and Metro Weekly. He also appears on local Washington news outlets as a travel expert.

Amtrak unveils summer schedule ahead of peak travel season

Photo credit: Amtrak/Marc Glucksman Bolstered by demand for both business and leisure travel, Amtrak unveiled…

Toast Cinco de Mayo with one of these tequila picks

To help you with your Cinco de Mayo festivities, we have pulled together some tequila recommendations for you.

Barbados brings a taste of “Bim” to the nation’s capital

As COVID-19 concerns subside and restrictions lift there is a desire among many people to…

Direct Flight: Big city amenities, small town charm converge in Plano, Texas

This colorful mural on the wall of George's Famers' Market celebrate Plano’s rich agricultural and…

United launches new nonstop service from Dulles to Jordan, expands service to Ghana

Starting Tuesday, May 5, United will become the only North American carrier flying directly to Jordan from the U.S. with the start of a new route between Dulles International Airport and Queen Alia International Airport.

Spring clean your medicine cabinet: Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, April 30

medications at one of the more than 17 collection sites (see below) in the District including one in every Ward.

Project Glow Music Festival debuts in D.C. with Diplo, Martin Garrix, and more

Powerhouse producers Insomniac and Club Glow are bringing Diplo, Above & Beyond, Martin Garrix, Alan Walker, Meduza, and other top entertainers to the nation’s capital for the first-ever Project Glow Music Festival, April 30 and May 1.