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HIGH GEAR welcomes to its pages as a regular monthly feature the travel notes from all over by Rex Rode, the King of the Road. Rex's long years in the travel industry have prepared him well to cover the field for HIGH GEAR. His being Gay is added benefit-who else knows where and when to go for the

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By Rex Rode

The great airline fare war of 1981 is raging with great fury. A few short weeks ago, the round trip air fare between Cleveland and New York was $270.00. Today, you can travel on selected flights for as little as $39.00 one way. If the $39.00 seats are gone, others are available at only $59.00 one way. As you might expect, these super low fares have made New York City a very attractive destination. Almost every popular destination in the United States may be reached with similar very low air fares.

The great cities of the West Coast, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco could cost almost $710.00 if you bought a coach ticket. Even night flights carried a price tag of $566.00. Today, there is a travel anywhere fare of only $358.00 which can be used for your visit to the Coast. You should remember that there is some fine print which is included with all of the special

low fares. However, don't be discouraged. Some advance planning and flexibility on your part will save a substantial part of your vacation costs.

Another new development that you should be aware of is the avallability of gay hotels and quest houses in many areas. New

Fulltime anti-gay nixer

The state of California has hired its first full-time official to protect gay state workers from

discrimination.

Glen H. Brooks, 36, will start work on June 15 with the State

Personnel Board, fielding complaints from state employees who believe they are victims of anti-gay prejudice

Sine 1978 Brooks has worked with child welfare programs. He also was the executive director of Planned Parenthood in Salt Lake City.

The Personnel Board interviewed eight applicants for the post, which stemmed from Gov-

ernor Brown's executive order banning discrimination against gay state employees.

It is estimated that 10 percent of the state's 118,000 full-time civil servants are homosexual. Brooks was selected because of his action in the gay community. He is considered to be "gay sensitive," meaning he understands the problems of gay male and lesbian individuals and has

acceptance among gays.

York City, for example, has three very small establishments that you will enjoy visiting. Their rates are very reasonable and the facilities are clean and comfortable. Gay accommodations are increasing in number and location. In many areas the owners have found that the response has been overwhelming and expansion plans are being considered. There are a number of travel to for help with your plans. I agents in Ohio that you can turn would be happy to refer you to one that is near you. Drop me a note c/o HIGH GEAR and the information will be on its way to you.

I have learned that another gay cruise has been planned for the winter of 1982. The dates of the trip are February 20 to 27, 1982.1 hope to have full details of the trip including price and itinerary for the next issue. This trip is being arranged by the same group agents that har-

tered a ship several years ago. At that time, the cruise was so successful that the New York Times ran a feature story about the trip On page 1 of its travel section. The story ran over a page in length. The proposed trip in February promises to be a wonderful opportunity to experience a Caribbean cruise with pleasant shipmates. This looks like the perfect way to have a gay time without playing it straight.

Finally, a word of caution. The attitude of the Toronto City administration toward the gay community has become very hostile. Reports that I received

indicate that police have made the city very uncomfortable. You may wish to reconsider any plans that you have for a visit to Toronto this summer in light of this information.

See you next month.

Travel topics would like to answer your questions about any int relating to your travels.

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ARIES-March 21-April 20

Money matters are opening up for you. Someone you've known for a long time is beginning to pay attention. This is not likely to be just a trick.

TAURUS-April 21-May 20

You can continue the activities you are used to. Good aspects are here for seeing friends and being with loved ones. This time period could be very good for you-someone special is coming into your life. Don't keep her waiting.

GEMINI-May 21-June 20

Plan something relaxed and fun for the evenings ahead-coffee at Arabica, skinny dipping or walk through Edgewater Park. Leave financial matters alone-unless you've scanned the market for pertinent changes.

CANCER-June 21-July 22

Do something for a worthy cause in your community. Look beyond your present troubles. They are only temporary here-and keep your Faith strong-she needs your attention. Look for a dashing date on the 27th.

LEO-July 23-August 22

Get advice from an expert. It may cost but you will go further. Read instructional material-perhaps from an advocate. Where you get your info can be important. Try the library...

VIRGO-August 23-September 22

You could run into difficulty this month getting your ideas across.. Stick to your guns-and not the floor. Jewelry for that some one special would be a wise investment this time...

LIBRA-September 23-October 22

Libra, ever the secret romantic, the possibilities are endless this month. Take advantage carefully-you may get two for one! Remember-moderation in what you say now-no promises you cannot

live up to.

SCORPIO-October 23-November 22

You may clash with a partner, oh dominant one, in love or business. Keep it in perspective. A new partner may help develop your sensuality-or whatever needs developing-tried a darkroom lately?

SAGITTARIUS-November 22-December 21

Holidays can get you down-keep on the up side. Gadding about with friends is-a sure way to beat the blues. Finances a bit rocky-too many presents? Give her something she'll cherish-a little bit of you. CAPRICORN-December 22-January 19

Single and dating? For fun date one who is fun but whom you could

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