The best gay city breaks in Europe and beyond? But what is a gay city? For me, it means a space where being homosexual is just like being heterosexual, where gay culture is open and welcomed, where we β queer people β can live in less fear. Unfortunately there are many problems and issues like random violence against gay people and hate crimes in almost every destination in the world, but the cities on this list aim at integration and especially respect. Of course there are many other U. Overall Europe has a great atmosphere for gay tourism, but more than just their open character and LGBT scenes each of these destinations has so much to offerβ¦.
It may not have the warmest climate, but Berlin has a warm heart. Today, Berlin is a thriving hotspot with an annual pride Christopher Street Day attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each June. Every Monday, Kino International offers the best of queer cinema in the Mongay series.
For more travel tips Urban Travel Blog have published a weekend guide to the German capital , as well as some alternative things to do. Barcelona is queer. You can see sexy gay couples playing volleyball on the city beaches or enjoying the sun in the nudist section of Mar Bella. Moreover, the cabaret scene has several shows including drag, such as at the legendary El Cangrejo club. Another reason to visit Barcelona is its proximity to Sitges , a small town and beach that has become a sort of mecca of gay culture, famous for the annual Sitges Gay Bear Week and its Carnival celebrations.
And beyond this, the culinary experience of Madrid is perfect for a romantic holiday , with amazing food tours, tapas bars and restaurants. Not to mention that gay blood can be donated in Spain and you can adopt a child. Viva Espana! I love Ireland. People there are friendly and cool, possibly because of their long history of oppression and pain. This is a reason not only to be proud of being Irish, but to be proud of visiting Ireland.
Some graffiti outside the bar celebrates the Irish referendum. And sometimes The George opens its door to host a small market with local artist selling crafts, including trendy scarfs and art by the LGBT community.
