Lgbtq friendly tropical destinations
Monday newsletters always feature top 10 explore lists to inspire.
Today: Top 10 most LGBTQ+ friendly travel destinations in the world
June is Pride Month &#; a month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ communities all around the world. LGBTQ+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning. The “+” is an inclusive symbol that represents other sexual orientations and gender identities. Pride Month is about love, acceptance, and equality. It’s also a time to raise awareness of the challenges many in the LGBTQ+ community still verb today.
While some countries have made significant progress, LGBTQ+ rights vary widely across the globe. For example, the Netherlands became the first country to legalize same-sex marriage 20 years ago. Since then, 28 more countries — mostly in Western Europe — have followed. However, in 70 countries, homosexuality remains a crime. In six of these, all United Nations members, it can even be punishable by death. This means that for many LGBTQ+ travelers, choosing a explore destination can involve serious risks and added stress compared
All refreshing, all inspiring, all fabulous! Here's our roundup of the best gay friendly island in the world!
When we think of island living, we picture Amanda Seyfried in Mamma Mia rolling around on a golden beach, gazing out onto the impossibly clear ocean, whilst dramatically singing ABBA next to a gorgeous man.
Sadly, it’s not really like that. Our singing is embarrassingly off key for one thing…
There’s a reason Stefan and I love gay island holidays so much. The partying, the sunbathing, the disconnect from the rest of the world. It’s the ultimate getaway.
But selecting the perfect island trip is a tricky choice. Do you opt for the most isolated place possible? Is there a prominent gay scene? Will there be a place to charge my phone? All these things need to be factored in!
So, we've pooled together our favorite gay friendly islands from around the world and listed them for you below.
All refreshing, all inspiring, all fabulous!
1. Fire Island, New York – USA
Fire Island is the gayest island in the world!
12 under-the-radar LGBTQIA+ beach destinations
Beach culture has been an integral part of LGBTQIA+ travel for decades, since the emergence of destinations fond of Provincetown, Massachusetts; Mykonos, Greece; Key West, Florida; and Sitges, Spain, as sun-splashed havens.
These days, queer travelers flock to dozens of enticing beaches, from secluded spots where you can sunbathe au naturel to festive party playgrounds flanked by luxury resorts and gay nightlife districts.
Some of the world's most marvelous beaches are still relatively unknown. Strive one of these 12 LGBTQIA+-favored seaside getaways as you plan your next coastal adventure.
Thessaloniki, Greece
The second-largest city in Greece, this picturesque coastal metropolis on a sheltered gulf in the Aegean Sea promises an enticing blend of vibrant urban diversions — including buzzy restaurants and nightspots — and proximity to gorgeous golden beaches. Although many queer visitors to Greece focus their time on Athens and Mykonos (and other islands), Thessaloniki has a sizable and increasingly evident LGBTQIA+ population.
Most LGBTQ+ travelers would think that most, if not all, the Caribbean islands would be welcoming to our community because of its proximity to queer-friendly Mexico. However, some islands are not, and some are slowly making incremental policy changes.
High Courts in a few Caribbean islands – St. Kitts and Nevis, Barbados, and Antigua and Barbuda – contain overturned anti-gay sex laws (buggery laws) that once made sexual relations between men a criminal offense and punishable by death.
Even though laws are changing, the Caribbean region is not as progressive as Mexico and Central American countries, like Costa Rica. Vacationer Magazine urges all LGBTQ+ travelers to analyze any desired destination to determine if it is genuinely welcoming and a safe place for us to call on. With our community&#;s safety in mind, we wanted to compile a fleeting list of Caribbean islands that you may want to consider when contemplating a warm-weather getaway to this sun-soaked region.
Puerto Rico
It’s been on our list of places to visit, especially with Discovery Puerto’s recent campaign,