Looking for the real Jersey Shore experience? Wondering if the hot messes on TV have an LGBT counterpart? Come meet some of the friendliest and sexiest men and women on the Jersey Shore at Asbury Park's Beach Party Weekend. Events tailored for men and women in the LGBT community take place over four days and nights of parties, activities, festivities and debauchery. Sand Blast will have everyone lovin’ the Jersey Shore! More after the Jump: Sand Blast 2012 Asbury Park

Exercises like crunches and leg raises are essential to developing killer abs and a healthy lower back, but that’s not all you need. The obliques are an important part of your core and require a program of their own. “Love handles” are the term “affectionately” used to describe those problem areas where fat accumulates around the waist and oblique areas. To avoid the unwanted baggage you must, of course, watch your nutrition and perform movements such as twists, bends and lunges. More after the Jump, Five Oblique Exercises for a Sexy Core

The charming Key West accommodations at Ambrosia Bed and Breakfast show a side of Key West that you may not otherwise see at a typical island hotel. At Ambrosia Key West, you’ll feel you have arrived at a true island retreat. Suites, townhouses and a stand-alone cottage are all available at this tropical Key West bed and breakfast. Townhouses have full kitchens, living rooms and spiral staircases leading to the Master Suites with vaulted ceilings and private decks. Their cottage, overlooking their dip pool, is the perfect family retreat and features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room and full kitchen. More info and reservation links after the Jump: Ambrosia Bed & Breakfast Key West

The Caribbean teems with handsome islands, but less than a handful can wholeheartedly play the “gay card.” Although regional battles for GLBT rights have met little success, Aruba remains one of the few Caribbean islands embracing a same-sex lifestyle. This tropical maverick also differentiates itself from its counterparts by offering much more than barefoot escapades and beautiful beaches. The internationally branded “one happy island” also offers first-class cultural opportunities, charming historical sights, and spectacles of natural grandeur. More after the Jump, Aruba

Splash Beach Fest will be held at Park East on Pensacola Beach Friday-May 25, Saturday-May 26th & Sunday-May 27th from noon until 7pm daily. The weekend festival will feature bar service, food & entertainment as well as a lineup of incredible DJs. All this and more under our 11,000 square foot pavilion. The daily festivities from noon until 7pm are open to the public with free admission for 18 and up. Bring your tents, cabanas & beach gear and leave the rest to us. We will have available a wide assortment of your favorite foods & snacks. The highlight of the weekend is the Wave Dance Party with DJ Joe Gauthreaux. More info after the Jump: Splash Beach Fest Memorial Day Weekend Pensacola

A match made in heaven: Johnny Depp & Tim Burton are at it again. Dark Shadows is a gothic dramedy based on the 1966–1971 gothic soap opera. The film, directed by Tim Burton, stars Johnny Depp as Barnabas Collins, a 200-year-old vampire, and Michelle Pfeiffer as his cousin Elizabeth Collins Stoddard, a reclusive matriarch of the Collins family. Other movies opening this week: Hick, starring Chloë Moretz, Blake Lively and Eddie Redmayne, follows a 13-year-old Nebraska girl, Luli (Moretz), who runs away from her alcoholic parents to the bright lights of Las Vegas.

Fantastic fresh fish and seafood, including stone crabs, live and cooked lobster and salmon have set Mr. Fish apart from other seafood purveyors in South Florida for over 25 years. As advisor to the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council and many years as a famous charter boat captain, Mr. Fish saw the need for a gourmet seafood market in South Florida, an area primed to become a culinary haven for fresh fish and the exceptional, seasonal native stone crab. More about Mr. Fish after the Jump: Mr. Fish Gourmet Seafood Market Pompano Beach

In Orlando’s Marriott Village, women mirror the fun of Wonderland Orlando through Girls in Wonderland at the Marriott Courtyard and Fairfield Inn. They party to the same homo-thumping beats echoed across town and strut the poolside runway in fashionable two-pieces. Pool parties take place daily at the Courtyard Marriott, though Sunday’s Wonderland Pool Bash tends to be the most popular. The nighttime Climax party on Friday takes place at Bongo’s while Saturday’s 11^th annual bash at the House of Blues packs 2,500 women to the backdrop of a Carnival-themed contemporary circus set aglow with seductive go-go girls and mesmerizing sounds. More info here: Girls in Wonderland

This Memorial day weekend Jake Resnicow, Patrick Crough, Paul Nicholls & Eduardo Cordova present Matinée Las Vegas festival, one of the biggest gay dance festival of the summer. Weekend passes include all 5 amazing parties and can be purchased after the Jump: Matinee Las Vegas Festival. The host hotel for the weekend is the Rumor Boutique All-Suite Hotel in Las Vegas. Click the underlined link for more information about the hotel.

Sunday May 27 Gary Santis presents White Fort Lauderdale. The annual event traditionally kicks off the summer season in South Florida. This year's White Fort Lauderdale features DJs Manny Lehman and Daisy Deadpetals with a special concert by America's Got Talent's, Prince Poppycock. Many of South Florida's greatest drag entertainers will also perform. Kitty Meow, Daisy D, Sasha Lords, Erika Norell and TP Lords are currently scheduled to appear. The event MC is Joe Posa and the host is Channel 7's Craig Stevens.  More info after the Jump: White Fort Lauderdale

Club Boi is a Gay nightclub with sexy strippers, dancing and great DJs spinning Hip Hop, R&B, Soul, Rap, Reggae, Soca, Latin and other urban inspired music. DJs Dias and Gavin spin on weekends to a full house. The 18 & up club also offers nightly mixed drink specials like two for one and believe it or not, free drinks early in the evening on some nights. Club Boi Nightclub is located in Miami, FL. More info after the Jump: Club Boi Urban Gay Nightclub

Tap 42, located in Fort Lauderdale, serves a wide selection of craft beers to accompany a limited menu of “natural, organic, sustainable and locally sourced” dishes. Nibble on burgers, fish, salads and bar snacks, and wash it down with 42 Tap Beers, 103 Bottle beers and 50 Bourbons. In the evenings the place is over-run with people who are happy to sit anywhere for an opportunity to chow down some pub grub and socialize with friends. Not every restaurant has to be fine dining.  More after the Jump, Tap 42 Bar & Kitchen  

AIDS Help is one of the best known non-profit charitable organizations in the Florida Keys. There are many reasons for this distinction including the fact that every dollars raised within Key West and Monroe County is used to match other funds from grants and foundations, every dollar of which is spent in Monroe County for people living with HIV/AIDS. No administrative dollars or fees are sent out of county, and nearly every penny of client service dollars is spent with health providers here in the Florida Keys. To find out more about HIV/AIDS help and testing centers in the Florida Keys use this link: AIDS Help Key West

For the past several years, MondoHomo – the South’s only not-for-profit Queer arts and music festival – has hosted groundbreaking entertainment in Atlanta. Their mission is to create a fun, Queer-centric celebration that contributes to social justice, art, and culture – and showcases both nationally recognized acts and beloved local talent. Find out more about this year's festival after the Jump: MondoHomo Queer Art and Culture Festival 2012

Do you ever doubt your progress because you always seem to look the same in the mirror, even though others tell you that you look marvelous? Why not consider taking your measurements and chart the course of your workouts? Vital statistics such as Body Mass Index (BMI), Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), and body fat percentage are important for you to know and they can be tabulated with  specific. It may take a little time to calculate them accurately, but it is important for you to know these numbers so you can gear your training accordingly. More after the Jump, Taking Body Measurements

Calisthenics are exercises consisting of movements which use your body weight as resistance to work against when exercising. Yeah, we’re talking here about the jumping jacks and pushups that your dopey, paunchy homophobic gym coach had you do back in high school. But calisthenics are much more – they are an extremely efficient way to build muscle and stay fit using short bursts of intense training that involve almost all muscle groups. More after the Jump, Calisthenics 101: Building Your Upper Body

Ask any guy why he goes to the gym and he’ll say something like, “I want to build muscle and lean out.” While this seems like a simple plan, you can get confused by the amount of conflicting dietary and workout advice coming from all sources. If you did what you were told by every expert out there, you’d starve yourself one day and eat everything in sight the next. Eating fat would both save you and clog your arteries. Carbohydrates would give you energy and turn you into a blimp. Read 5 Healthy Strategies to Build Lean Muscle and Burn Fat

Forced repetitions are one of the best ways to power through a plateau and gain size. A knowledgeable spotter, workout buddy, or personal trainer can help you to go the extra mile and assist you when you lift heavy weights. This mode of training is based on the idea that when you lift weights, the final few repetitions of your last set, which you have to summon all of your energy to complete, are the most beneficial, because the muscles targeted are being pushed to exhaustion. More after the Jump, Forced Repetitions Can Increase Muscle Size

Now that spring is right around the corner, you’re going to have more opportunities to shed those clothes and strut your body at the beach, pool, rodeo or the upcoming Pridefest. When killer long hours and horrendous deadlines keep you from hitting the gym there are some basic and very effective exercises that you can do at the office during breaks or between meetings. These must-do moves will help you to get a fantastic pump and allow you to burn a few calories until you can get to the gym. More after the Jump, Effective Exercises You Can Perform Anywhere

Overcoming obstacles takes serious courage, determination and of course a big set of, well, whatever gives you the power. Opening on March 23 in New York and South Florida, “Musical Chairs” explores the ups and downs of facing challenges and the zest for life that exists despite even the most difficult circumstances. Laverne Cox, who plays "Chantelle" in the film, recently spoke with Mark’s List about “Musical Chairs,” learning how to dance in a wheelchair, being a transgender actress and dealing with society’s misconceptions. More after the Jump, Laverne Cox Talks "Musical Chairs"

Napa County generates a lot of global buzz, but neighboring Sonoma County is hardly the “Rhoda” of wine country. Less gimmicky than its celebrated neighbor, Sonoma County offers a mom-and-pop approach to experiencing wine country, heavy on the artisanal wineries and light on the pre-packaged tour buses. In addition to its (literally) intoxicating world of vineyards, Sonoma County flaunts the landscapes of storybooks - miles of rugged rock-hewn coastline, towering Redwood Trees, and picturesque sleepy towns along the Russian River, each one more charming than the next. More after the Jump, Sublime Sonoma County

Alexander's Guesthouse is one of Key West's most popular LGBT resorts and they are offering great deals on rooms throughout the summer. Alexander's is also one of the lodging sponsors of Tropical Heat Men's Weekend, August 16-19, 2012. Alexander's Resort will be men-only during the event and summer rates will still apply, the best rates available all year! Booking this special online is not possible, so please call to reserve your room and mention this great offer. Get all of the details including that essential phone number after the Jump: Alexander's Guesthouse Key West Summer Specials

Long before minimalism, modernism, and multitudes of massive all-inclusive resorts conquered the aquamarine shorelines of the Caribbean, luxury tourism in the region was defined by just an exclusive handful, self-contained complexes of leisure and pleasure. From CuisinArt’s Grecian extravaganza on Anguilla’s stunning Rendezvous Bay, to the snorkeling haven of Caneel Bay nestled within Virgin Islands National Park in St. John, to the lesser known sands of St. Croix at the family-friendly Buccaneer, these three legacy hotels refuse to change their iconoclastic styles. More after the Jump, CuisinArt, Caneel Bay, and The Buccaneer

Tahiti & Hilton Moorea Lagoon and Spa: The treasured island of French Polynesia’s Society Islands, Bora Bora, gracefully holds the title as the castaway gem synonymous with such terms as “paradise” and “heaven.” Over the past forty years, high-end resorts have risen over Bora Bora’s lush pockets of land and crystalline lagoons. The island’s immaculate conception of the overwater bungalow revolutionized the travel market with the romance of private suites straddling the ocean floor, immersed in an unknown world of aquamarines and emerald hues. More after the Jump, Pacific Paradise, Part 2: Bora Bora

Details Magazine declared that Yakko-San is the "Best Late Night Eats in America". Serving sushi and Japanese delights until 3 am makes this a favorite spot for the late night after hours crowd. The tempura anything is to die for. The miso is divine. The sushi is incredibly fresh. The desserts are an adventure. The menu is filled with tapas like small plates intended for passing and sharing. A good rule of thumb is for light eaters to each order one plate and heavy eaters two. The vast majority of plates are around $10, but there are few under $5 and a few around $15. Location and more info here: Yakko-San Sushi North Miami Beach

The Hunger Games, based on the novel by Suzanne Collins, stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Banks, Liam Hemsworth and Woody Harrelson. At an unidentified future date, the nation of Panem has risen out of the ruins of what was once known as North America. Due to an unsuccessful uprising by the districts of Panem, a raffle (known as the "reaping") is held to choose one boy and one girl, aged 12–18, from each of the twelve districts to participate in the Hunger Games, a competition in which each contestant, or tribute, battles until only one is left.