Gay beach holiday

Well, we're glad you asked! We assess the most gay friendly places in the Caribbean and how safe they are as a vacation destination for LGBTQ travelers.

The Caribbean is a region of the Americas located southeast of the Gulf of Mexico. It’s famous for its tropical weather, beautiful cerulean skies, and crystal-clear waters.

However, certain areas of the Caribbean are also infamous for their conservative politics and anti-gay laws. Spending a couple of weeks surrounded by palm trees and Pina Coladas might sound cute on document, but just how guarded is the Caribbean for the LGBTQ community?

To utter these islands are something of a mixed bag when it comes to Caribbean gay travel would be the understatement of the century. Some islands like Puerto Rico and Curaçao are homo heavens. Others are still ‘evolving' when it comes to their LGBTQ rights…!

Read on to find out what we rate as the safest and most alluring for LGBTQ travelers. We also include a list of dishonorable mentions. In other words, the queer no-fly zones should be avoided like the plague. No, crocs

12 under-the-radar LGBTQIA+ beach destinations

Beach culture has been an integral part of LGBTQIA+ travel for decades, since the emergence of destinations like Provincetown, Massachusetts; Mykonos, Greece; Key West, Florida; and Sitges, Spain, as sun-splashed havens.

These days, gay 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 amazing beaches are still relatively unknown. Try one of these 12 LGBTQIA+-favored seaside getaways as you plan your next coastal adventure.

Thessaloniki, Greece

The second-largest municipality 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 day on Athens and Mykonos (and other islands), Thessaloniki has a sizable and increasingly visible LGBTQIA+ population.

This is our bumper guide to the best gay beaches in the society to inspire your next gaycation…get the Speedos ready!

Waves lapped gently against the shore, the daystar beat down and warmed my every fiber, palm trees swayed in the breeze. As I took a sip of my ice-cold mojito, I asked Seby: “Is there anything better than a trip to the beach?”

“Of course” he replied, “a trip to a gay beach!”

I had to admit, he was right. Whether it's the chance to get active in the moisture, show off your hard work in the gym or simply top up that tan, it’s no secret that many gay guys feel most fabulous at the beach. This has meant that gay beaches possess popped up across the world down the years, providing a hotspot for local gay communities and gay tourists too. 

From vibrant town center beaches where summer nightlife lasts well into the early hours or more relaxed, isolated affairs with a cultivated vibe, queer beaches come in as many shapes, sizes, and guises as gay men. Whether you’re searching for the foremost gay beaches in th

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