Travel Hotspots: Which Cities are the Most Gay?
Some people are convinced that any city, as long as it’s a “real” city, is a fine destination for gays and lesbians. However, this is not really the case. Just because a city has surpassed a certain number of inhabitants or has a c
ertain number of tall buildings does not mean that it necessarily is a good travel destination. Sometimes it is surprising what small overlooked city might have a thriving gay community, and other times it is shocking to see what large metropolis might be lacking a good gay club. So without further ado, here is a list of fab gay cities that everyone should visit (in no particular order):
- San Francisco – Obvious choice, this city has been a beacon of gayness from the beginning. Take a walking tour of the Castro to learn a little about the history of Gay Rights in the U.S.
- New York City – Although New York State has chosen not to legalize gay marriage, New York City is possibly the gay capital of the world.
- Buenos Aires – You hardly need a reason to go to Buenos Aires, but if the beautiful scenery, inexpensive red wine, and organic grass-fed steak isn’t enough … this open-minded and liberal city has recently legalized gay marriage, and has plenty of gay clubs and beautiful gay Argentines.
- Miami – Miami is hot and spicy, with a vibrant gay scene that is not to be missed.
- Atlanta – Artsy and a little bit indie, Atlanta is a great place for the more subdued gay or lesbian who isn’t necessarily looking for all the glitz and fanfare of New York City or Miami.
- London – They don’t call it gay old England for nothing. Okay, I think they call it jolly old England, but who cares? Gay bars and clubs, cute gay people with adorable accents, and you get to be in London.
- Rehobeth Beach, Delaware – (this is more of a town than a city, but whatever) Delawhere? Who knew? This sleepy little beach town is filled with frolicking gays, both local and out-of-town. Cutesy gay shops and restaurants fill the streets, and vacationing gay couples hold hands while strolling the boardwalk.
- Berlin – A beautiful and grand city, Berlin not only has a lively gay scene, but they are also governed by an openly gay mayor, and have one of Europe’s first exclusively gay old people’s home. You may just want to vacation there to scout it out for retirement.
- Sydney – The land down under is a great place for gay travelers. It’s hard to imagine that homosexuality was illegal in New South Wales until 1984, but now lesbians and gays are integrated into every part of Sydney life and culture, especially the three week long Mardi Gras which is just one city-wide gay dance party.
