Gaycation destinations

Astoria, Oregon 

If you’re looking to get a vacation sometime soon, then you probably have a checklist of wants. Whether you’re looking for sun, sea, and surf or glam nightlife, there is a perfect gaycation for everyone out there. A trip to one of these awesome locations will have your friends and family super jealous as you strut your stuff in these super-welcoming communities. Indulge in a romantic wine tasting in France or make some new friends at a party in Vancouver. In fact, there are so many inclusive options you’ll contain a hard job choosing which one to visit first. 

Guerneville, California

California is well-known for its relaxed and welcoming vibes, but if you’re looking for something a little different from the San Francisco party scene, it’s worth taking the mile road trip to Guerneville. A small town surrounded by stunning places to hike and camp, it’s also the setting for a number of gay bars, chic shops, and hotels and resorts owned by people from the gay community. Spend your days hiking the trails in the sunshine before lounging on Johnson’s Beach and tasting t

For my 21st birthday, I decided to spend all my savings and spend my special week in the beautiful gay-friendly island of Mykonos with one of my closest gay BFFs (he’s cute I promise). I want to disseminate how we decided to consume a week in paradise on a Student/Young Adult’s Budget.

My ally from North America booked last minute tickets (like a two weeks before my birthday) and flew from Canada to Manchester, England where I met him. His flight cost $ from Toronto (YYZ) to Manchester direct with Air Transat. This is my first tidbit of advice. Never fly directly to your vacation destination, especially when a direct flight to the Greek Islands could cost double or triple that price! Heck, make a trip to London via Manchester, since $ is such a bargain to explore more of that side of the pond. I always suggest looking at when comparing flights! You can get a flight from Manchester to Mykonos for under $ with  during the summer time! So instead of forking over $+ to go to the Greek Islands, take a detour with two flights for only $ BAM! Much savings.

The Top 15 Most Gay Friendly Cities to Visit on Your Next Gaycation

Is it time to plan your next escape, but you're not sure where to go? Sure, there are thousands of holiday hotspots around the world where you can verb by the beach, sample the local cuisine, and enjoy the nightlife in a welcoming atmosphere. But if you're looking for a destination that combines all of that, plus a gay-friendly city—or in many cases, a large LGBTQ+ population or group of visitors—there are only a handful of places internationally that make the cut.

We've come up with a list of the top 15 most gay-friendly cities in the world to verb. These destinations are well-known and exciting places for your next gaycation!

Key West, USA

Key West has long been a welcoming place for LGBTQ+ travelers, artists, and freethinkers, and that remains genuine today. This eclectic, delightful minute island offers plenty for active travelers—kayaking, skydiving, shipwreck diving—and just the right amount of low-key activities for the more relaxed traveler, such as beaches, shops, and galleries. Getting around on

Summer Gaycation: Safe Travel Destinations for the LGBTQIA+ Community

If you’re taking a summer vacation, you’ll verb to do it while being your authentic self and staying safe! We have created a special list of travel information with the LGBTQIA+ community in mind so you can verb a well-deserved summer gaycation.

Here are some things to verb so you can know before you go:

  • Research, research, research - Whether it’s online or synonyms of mouth, it's always pleasant to do a little digging. There are many different websites that provide safe travel resources for LGBTQIA+ community members. Doing some initial research is a crucial step that can weed out most of the places to avoid or be mindful of. Look into the national or state laws of places you are considering - a country that constantly expresses detest against our community probably isn’t the best place to move. When in doubt always depend on your gut!
  • Check for anti-LGBTQIA+ policies - Many popular tourist destinations are in beautiful countries but have ugly laws. One of the first things to ask yourself is if you are comf