Argentina Gay Buenos Aires – Buenos Aires Buenos Aires has always been at the forefront of change and acceptance; a quick Google search of their yearly pride celebrations will quickly prove that, as it is one of the largest and most festive celebrations in the region, if not the world. Explore >
Australia Gay Melbourne – Melbourne Between the glitzy bay-side skyscrapers and the kaleidoscope of neighbourhoods brimming with street art and busy cafes, there are always a huge number of things to do in Melbourne. Explore > Gay Perth – Perth Snorkel alongside reef sharks, selfie it up with ever-beloved quokkas, cheers to the good life in wine country—and still make it back to downtown Perth for a twinkling rooftop dinner. Explore > Gay Sydney – Sydney Sydney has come a long way from the mass arrests at the first annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade a generation ago, which has since become a world-famous event attracting hundreds of thousands of participants, Explore >
Austria Gay Vienna – Vienna A city break like no other, with heaps of art, music, fashion and hearty cuisine to dig into, sexually liberal Vienna is also home to some of history’s homosexual trailblazers. Explore >
Belgium Gay Antwerp – Antwerp Long a city of artists and dreamers, Antwerp continually pushes boundaries in fashion, architecture, and entertainment—earning its slogan as ‘atypical’ for all the right reasons Explore > Gay Brussels – Brussels Brussels is a small, big city. Deemed the veritable capital of Europe it is both inspiring and technocratic, and the most provincial cosmopolitan city you will ever visit. Explore >
Brazil Gay Rio – Rio de Janeiro Whether it’s dancing the night away, snacking on smoky, street-side churrascaria, or hiking past monkeys, there’s something for everyone in Rio de Janeiro. Explore > Gay São Paulo – São Paulo In São Paulo you’ll encounter a whopping 70% of Brazil’s Michelin-starred restaurants, countless design-forward art galleries, mesmerizing mid-century architectural wonders, and a stunningly diverse population hailing from all corners of the globe. Explore >
Cambodia Gay Cambodia – Cambodia While Angkor Wat somewhat takes the limelight, Cambodia is a magnificent travel destination in its own right, offering ancient civilizations, unkempt natural wonders and unbelievable value for money throughout. Explore >
Canada Gay Calgary – Calgary Calgary is the ultimate basecamp for outdoor adventure – be that winter sports, mountain climbing or recreating various scenes from Brokeback Mountain. Explore > Gay Montreal – Montreal The charming, French-kissed cosmopolis of Montreal is unlike anywhere else in Canada, home to a welcoming bunch of people with a unique European heritage that colours everything from its architecture to its nightlife. Explore > Gay Toronto – Toronto After two decades of dizzying growth, the rest of the world is finally catching on to what Torontonians have humbly and oh-so Canadianly kept to themselves for years: Toronto is one undeniably cool place. Explore > Gay Vancouver – Vancouver When the morning mist clears, the sun hits the glass skyscrapers of the Vancouver skyline making the city shine like a kaleidoscope. Explore >
Chile Gay Santiago de Chile – Santiago de Chile In stark contrast to the oppressive Pinochet years, Santiago now has a large, open and diverse LGBTQ community, with LGBTQ organizations and activists continuing to fight repression to achieve equal rights. Explore >
China Gay Beijing – Beijing Have you fully lived if you’ve never walked the Great Wall of China? A trip to Beijing lets you check that box as well as plenty of other marvels. Explore > Gay Shanghai – Shanghai Magically orphic, in Shanghai the most important things to have on hand are an appetite for ardour, a yearning for style and a keen sense of adventure. Explore >
Colombia Gay Bogotá – Bogotá Colombia’s gay scene is booming, and gay Bogotá is leading the movement, alongside equally hedonistic Medellín, with all-night parties centred in Chapinero. Explore > Gay Medellín – Medellín Despite its rough edges and strong police presence, Medellín is one of Latin America’s most progressive cities, embracing diversity in unapologetically Latin style during the Medellín Pride fiesta continuing throughout June. Explore >
Croatia Gay Dubrovnik – Dubrovnik Dubrovnik makes for a breath-taking first impression and it´s not for nothing that it´s considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful walled cities. It's little wonder that the period-fantasy series “Game of Thrones” was filmed here. Explore >
Czech Republic Gay Prague – Prague Prague’s Old Town is a beguiling mix of Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance architecture located in one of central Europe’s most liberal nations. Explore >
Denmark Gay Copenhagen – Copenhagen Copenhagen is one of the most sought after travel destinations with its innovative New Nordic food scene, effortless minimalism and legendary Norse history. Explore >
Dominican Republic Gay Santo Domingo – Santo Domingo Proud representative of the Caribbean and bustling capital of the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo holds more than just historic intrigue. Explore >
Ecuador Gay Quito – Quito Perched in the Andes at the foot of an active volcano, Quito is the world’s highest capital city also has one of the largest and best-preserved historic centres in Latin America. Explore >
Estonia Gay Tallinn – Tallinn Recognisable by conical red rooftops that rise up from between medieval builds and verdant splashes of green, Tallinn is a veritable nugget of beauty within the post-Soviet bloc. Explore >
Finland Gay Helsinki – Helsinki Despite occupying a stunning location on the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki is often overlooked in favour of better-known Baltic capitals such as Stockholm and Tallinn. But short of being the dull capital Helsinki is actually one of Europe’s hottest destinations. Explore >
France Gay Marseille – Marseille Marseille is a port city with a sublime location on the Mediterranean Provencal coast, an abundance of natural wonders, a plethora of new museums, and a history that stretches back to ancient Greece. Explore > Gay Paris – Paris Paris is a spellbinding metropolis for all things chic; from her gourmet delights, architectural treasures and abundance of cultural pleasures to her famed fashion legacy and vibrant nightlife. Explore >
Germany Gay Berlin – Berlin Perhaps what makes Berlin so fascinating to explore, is that each district is like a town in itself, all with their own style and quirks, forming one of the most exciting cities of the world. Explore > Gay Cologne – Cologne Known as the ‘other’ gay capital of Germany, Cologne is the less obvious – yet in no way inferior – gaycation destination of choice. Explore > Gay Hamburg – Hamburg Seamlessly merging metropolitan flair with maritime charm, Hamburg, while at its core is a wealthy industrial port city, at its heart is so much more. Explore > Gay Munich – Munich Munich is replete with Lederhosen, oompah bands, and the giant Bierhallen of the annual Oktoberfest celebrations—the world’s largest folk festival—aplenty. Explore >
Greece Gay Athens – Athens Savour Athens slowly, soaking up the affordable luxury amid world-class archaeological sites, before hitting the grungier neighbourhoods for a taste of contemporary Greek culture and its glittering nightlife. Explore > Gay Mykonos – Mykonos Welcome to Mykonos, where every summer, sculpted bronze bodies contrast with the dazzling whitewashed buildings that house chic café-bars. Explore >
Hong Kong Gay Hong Kong – Hong Kong Hong Kong creaks with a sort of compact chaos, where towering high-rises compete for space amid sprawling shopping malls, sparkling skyscrapers and ant-like crowds. Explore >
Hungary Gay Budapest – Budapest Budapest, UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts more than 100 museums and galleries, as well as a nightlife scene regarded as one of the continent’s finest, whether you’re straight or gay. Explore >
India Gay Delhi – Delhi Delhi stuns and Delhi shatters. And then it puts you back together again. The city is an assault on the senses, but it doesn't have to be a bad thing. Explore >
Ireland Gay Dublin – Dublin A small city with an outsized reputation for multiculturalism and hedonism, where centuries of heritage fuse with breath-taking natural landscapes and the odd stag do, Dublin is bound to leave an impression. Explore >
Israel Gay Jerusalem – Jerusalem Conservative and orthodox Jerusalem may be, but it’s also vibrant and liberal, with democracy and civil rights as important as the souqs and coffee houses. Explore > Gay Tel Aviv – Tel Aviv Perched on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea, within an otherwise conservative Middle Eastern region and at the heart of a tiny yet highly religious nation, is the desert mirage known as Tel Aviv – an unexpected gay haven and the capital city of Israel. Explore >
Italy Gay Florence – Florence Florence is an urban dream best savoured slowly, teeming as it is with the world’s best museums, iconic medieval architecture and sigh-worthy shopping. Explore > Gay Milan – Milan In a country renowned for its contributions to art, fashion and science, Milan is bursting with creative flair both past and present, seducing the senses with chic design, timeworn yet timeless architectural styles and unparalleled panache. Explore > Gay Naples – Naples Naples has it all – layer upon layer of history, dedicated fashionistas cruising on Vespas through sun-drenched piazzas, simple but sublime cuisine, and, of course, UNESCO certification as the birthplace of pizza. Explore > Gay Rome – Rome Those who go beyond the basics will discover that Rome is transforming into a modern metropolis — one that’s wonderfully cosmopolitan yet quintessentially Italian. Explore > Gay Venice – Venice While there’s no defined gay quarter, its famed month-long carnival is surely one of the campest events on the planet, and this ancient trading city has a long tradition of ‘live and let live’. Explore >
Japan Gay Kyoto – Kyoto In Kyoto, elegant geishas amble along cobbled roads before disappearing into wooden teahouses. It’s classical Japanese heritage and it’s absolutely mesmerizing. Explore > Gay Osaka – Osaka The warm, quirky personalities in Osaka will have you spellbound, particularly behind the Kabuki Theatre in Namba and within the niche nightlife offerings of Doyama. Explore > Gay Tokyo – Tokyo Japan is one of the leaders of gay rights in Asia. Tokyo, as its global representative, offers a thriving LGBT community which locals accept with characteristic humility. Explore >
Lebanon Gay Beirut – Beirut Beirut, in the Mediterranean hub, is a hotspot for food, wine, nightlife, art, design, fashion and anything else you could ever want from a city. Make this ancient-city-slash-cosmopolitan-playground your next big trip. Explore >
Mexico Gay Mexico City – Mexico City Mexico City is continuously reinventing itself, boasting a fusion of boutique hotels, upscale nightlife offerings and a unique urban landscape that blends colonial heritage with modern innovation. Explore > Gay Mérida – Mérida Yucatan’s White City has been built from the ruins of an ancient Mayan world to become an enigmatic capital with a strong pulse. Explore > Gay Oaxaca – Oaxaca City Oaxaca City has long drawn artists and creative minds to her cobbled streets, and just one visit to the enchanting colonial city is all it takes to see why. Explore > Gay San Miguel de Allende – San Miguel de Allende San Miguel De Allende is Mexico’s most lauded colonial city and a place travellers return to again and again, many of them deciding to move there for good. It is a progressive, sophisticated, welcoming place for gays. Explore >
New Zealand Gay Auckland – Auckland As New Zealand’s largest metropolis and the world’s largest Polynesian city, Auckland has long been proud of the diversity of its 1.4 million residents. Explore >
Norway Gay Oslo – Oslo Beyond its museums and parkland, Oslo is the capital of one of the world’s most liberal nations, this scene is so accepting that gay and straight party together without the need for an explicit gaybourhood. Explore >
Panama Gay Panama – Panama City Referred to as Little Miami by some and the Dubai of Latin America by others, Panamá City is hard to pin down, with its impressive ever-developing skyline. Explore >
Peru Gay Lima – Lima Lima is a marvel. A sprawling city in a sprawling desert on the edge of the Pacific, with a World Heritage Site colonial centre and more inhabitants than NYC, the art and fashion scenes are buzzing. Explore >
Philippines Gay Manila – Manila The “Pearl of the Orient Seas” sobriquet is fitting, since the shelled mollusc doesn’t look like much from the outside, but inside an iridescent gem awaits to be discovered—if you’re willing to exert some effort to pry it open to get at it. Explore >
Poland Gay Warsaw – Warsaw Warsaw displays unexpected joie de vivre best represented by its stunningly beautiful and entirely reconstructed Old Town, the heart of the city's tourist attractions. Explore >
Portugal Gay Lisbon – Lisbon Lisbon is a diverse city break where you can wine and dine in sophistication or savour a casual street beer in LGBT hub Príncipe Real. Explore > Gay Porto – Porto Meet Portugal´s Capital of the North, the unique and enigmatic Porto, a merchant city often foolishly overlooked in favour of Lisbon and the Algarve, packed with unique and undiscovered charms. Explore >
Puerto Rico Gay San Juan – San Juan Three things that rarely go hand-in-hand for gay travellers are top-tier cities with top-shelf beaches that are legit gay-friendly. Well, this rainbow unicorn exists and it’s called San Juan. Explore >
Russia Gay Moscow – Moscow Moscow isn’t particularly LGBTQ-friendly but the vast majority of visits remain trouble-free, even for visitors who frequent the city’s less-than-secret gay bar and club scene. Explore > Gay Saint Petersburg – Saint Petersburg As the birthplace of some of the world’s greatest literature, music and visual art, and host to world-class opera and ballet productions, Saint Petersburg may be Russia’s second city but it is by no means an underdog. Explore >
Singapore Gay Singapore – Singapore In Singapore as a gay traveller you will feel gladly received everywhere you go despite the antiquated laws still on the books. Explore >
South Africa Gay Cape Town – Cape Town As Cape Town continues to reinvent itself, discerning gay travellers can expect an urban getaway that brilliantly blends design-savvy businesses with stunning panoramas. Explore > Gay Johannesburg – Johannesburg Masterfully planned yet spread wide, Johannesburg is both a city break and a road trip in one, where at each pit stop you’ll experience the boundless warmth of the South African people. Explore >
South Korea Gay Seoul – Seoul A sprawling hub of contrasts, Seoul is where sleek skyscrapers and 5G WIFI rise high over serene palace compounds flanked by ramshackle hanok villages. Explore >
Spain Gay Barcelona – Barcelona Enchanting visitors with her sultry Mediterranean shores and assortment of historical riches dating back to Roman times, Barcelona is a city for the ages. Explore > Gay Ibiza – Ibiza and Formentera Ibiza, ‘nightlife capital of the Mediterranean’, is not a moniker to be sniffed but Formentera, Ibiza’s chilled out little sister, also has off-grid hippy vibes amid turquoise blue waters and pristine natural surroundings. Explore > Gay Madrid – Madrid A cultural melting pot since the turn of the 17th Century, modern-day Madrid is a formidable European capital playing host to rich history, pioneering fashions and social progress. Explore > Gay Mallorca – Mallorca Mallorca embodies the best of the Balearics at every sun-kissed turn - a lyrical cornucopia of ravishing coastal scenery ranging from secluded crystalline coves to rocky peninsula belvederes overlooking the azures. Explore > Gay Málaga – Málaga Málaga is much more than sun, sea and sand – here you’ll find authentic Spanish traditions, remnants from both the Roman and Islamic empires, as well as classic tapas and local wines at beachside chiringuitos. Explore > Gay Seville – Seville Seville, the vibrant ancient capital of Andalusia, seduces the senses with a wealth of captivating enchantments ranging from ornately-tiled landmarks to a fascinating, multi-faceted history to the fragrant citric trees sprouting from every corner. Explore >
Sweden Gay Stockholm – Stockholm Though breathtakingly beautiful, selfie-friendly Stockholm offers much more than meets the eye. This Scandia classic pays homage to its storied history and celebrates its über-contemporary present. Explore >
Switzerland Gay Zürich – Zürich While maintaining an aesthetic perfection usually reserved for period dramas, Switzerland’s capital of Zürich also harbours an unexpectedly edgy personality. Explore >
Taiwan Gay Taipei – Taipei The cosmopolitan capital of Taipei is the best jumping off point; a chaotic yet slow-moving city, modern yet deeply authentic with proximity to awesome hiking trails, natural hot springs and off-track waterfalls. Explore >
Thailand Gay Bangkok – Bangkok A chaotic megacity where monks in saffron robes are as easy to spot as ladyboys, Bangkok is a study in contrasts. It’s traditional and it’s irreverent. It’s naughty and it’s spiritual. It will nourish you and suck you dry. Explore >
The Netherlands Gay Amsterdam – Amsterdam Amsterdam always delivers, packed as it is with romantic cobblestone streets and canal waterways lined with lilting merchant houses, eyebrow-raising museums and independent design studios crafting everything from art to fixie bikes. Explore > Gay Rotterdam – Rotterdam Long revered for its innovative outlook, Rotterdam is brimming with world-class modern architecture, a thriving coffee culture, and an edgy art and underground club scene. Explore >
Turkey Gay Istanbul – Istanbul The heady collision point of continents and cultures, Istanbul is where Europe meets the Middle East, bringing diverse people, religions and philosophies together in a frenetic fusion of mysticism and modernity. Explore >
United Arab Emirates Gay Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi is nothing less than exhilarating. A city that weaves together centuries-old traditions with forward-thinking cultural projects. Explore > Gay Dubai – Dubai With its futuristic skyline and ambitious architectural landscape, there’s no denying Dubai is a veritable playground, overflowing with engineering wonders, diverse cuisine and designer boutiques. Explore >
United Kingdom Gay Brighton – Brighton The quirky and queer queen of Britannia with her small-town vibe, sloping pebble beaches and cultural vitality, Brighton is the gaycation destination of dreams. Explore > Gay Edinburgh – Edinburgh Visitors have no end of opportunities to enjoy Edinburgh’s amazing pub scene, bustling bistros and specialist delis, as well as a vibrant gay scene centred on a place known as ‘the Pink Triangle’. Explore > Gay Glasgow – Glasgow With its revitalized riverfront, fashion-forward shopping, and contemporary art scene, Glasgow has successfully reinvented itself from a city of post-industrial grit and gangs to Scotland's cosmopolitan capital of culture. Explore > Gay London – London London: capital city; birthplace of Keats, Bowie, McQueen and Beckham. From the Gothic Revival to 1930s modernism, and all in between. What is there still to say about the world’s greatest city? Explore > Gay Manchester – Manchester Capital of the North with a stellar reputation for arts and culture, Manchester is second only to thunder-stealer London when it comes to the best of Britain’s urban hubs. Explore >
United States Gay Austin – Austin With an internationally acclaimed live music scene, passionate culinary culture and sunny, outdoor allure, it’s hard to resist Austin’s overwhelmingly charming, small-town appeal. Explore > Gay Boston – Boston Boasting some 400 years of rich cultural heritage, Boston is arguably America’s oldest city—a place where near every park, building and museum has a time-honoured story to tell. Explore > Gay Chicago – Chicago With a solid reputation as one of the most inclusive LGBTQ+ communities in the US, Chicago is a city for all. Circumnavigate the vibrant Loop of downtown or walk straight along the affluent Gold Coast to discover just what the locals are keeping humble about. Explore > Gay Fort Lauderdale – Fort Lauderdale Once overrun with Spring Breakers and outshone by neighbouring beach babe Miami, the tides are turning for Fort Lauderdale, a city fast becoming the go-to LGBTQ travel destination in the US. Explore > Gay Honolulu – Honolulu The beating heart of the Hawaiian Islands, Honolulu is the beloved gateway to golden-sand beaches, extinct volcanoes, misty mountains, and laid-back island vibes. Explore > Gay Houston – Houston This thrumming city in the heart of Texas is many things—predictable is never one of them. And while Houston continues to grow in population and popularity, Houstonians retain a tangible pride in their old-school Texan roots. Explore > Gay LA – Los Angeles The City of Angels has it all: a big spectrum of outdoor activities, beaches & mountains, arts & culture, west coast design, culinary adventures, health & fitness, all with never-ending sunshine. Explore > Gay Las Vega – Las Vegas Las Vegas’ desert setting, on the doorstep of The Grand Canyon, allows visitors to balance debauchery with an appreciation of its unrivalled natural wonders. Explore > Gay Miami – Miami Miami is considered one of the most gay-friendly cities in the world, and it shows. No visit is complete without a day of lounging at 12th Street Beach, a proudly gay gathering spot on South Beach. Explore > Gay New Orleans – New Orleans A decadently diverse mecca spurred by enduring myth and legacy in the realms of art, music, distinct cuisine and cross-cultural history, New Orleans is a Southern stunner. Explore > Gay New York – New York City This is New York, where hundreds of years of ambition, concrete and American dreams have culminated in a city where there’s so much to do that it became famous for never sleeping. Explore > Gay Palm Springs – Palm Springs World-class resorts, fine dining, art-filled galleries and shopping galore, Palm Springs has it all. It’s a place to soak up some sun while spoiling oneself with the luxuries of this desert oasis. Explore > Gay Philadelphia – Philadelphia One of the oldest cities in the United States – founded in 1682 by William Penn – Philadelphia marries a rich history with a charm usually reserved for small towns. Explore > Gay Portland – Portland A newcomer to international attention, Portland, Oregon has quickly gained the notice of cultural tastemakers from Brooklyn to Tokyo as a 21st-century model for healthy urban living. Explore > Gay Provincetown – Provincetown A bustling but easy-going seaside community, Provincetown is one of America’s most beloved gaycation resort towns for good reason. Explore > Gay San Diego – San Diego San Diego impresses beyond beach culture with its lively Gaslamp Quarter full of galleries, restaurants, and one-of-a-kind boutique stores. Explore > Gay San Francisco – San Francisco San Francisco is an enigmatic, progressive gem that has evolved from being the heart and soul of the gold rush to the heart and home of the summer of love. Explore > Gay Seattle – Seattle Galvanised by the espresso beans of a Pacific Northwest roast, Seattleites push the envelope with a swelling tech scene and energetic environmentalism. Explore > Gay Washington – Washington DC What those of us who are not from Washington D.C. typically fail to realise is that beyond politics, it’s a pretty amazing city and destination. Explore >
Uruguay Gay Montevideo – Montevideo Fifteen miles of coastal promenade for running, swimming, sunning, or ambling aimlessly holding your partner’s hand. Posh shopping districts and quaint colonial architecture. Leafy plazas and serious grilled meats. Explore >
