Los Angeles is the stuff of dreams, of Hollywood, rugged surfers and celebrities galore. The movie capital of the world probably sees a larger footfall than any other city in America. Starry-eyed visitors seek out their favorite celebrities and revel in the city’s beautiful setting which is quite unparalleled. However, LA is much more than…
One of the most gay-friendly cities in the world Sao Paulo is located on the gorgeous South American continent. Gay Pride Sao Paulo has been attracting millions of people for over a decade now. The gay Sao Paulo map stretches far and wide, and popular gay neighborhoods like Consolação “Gay Caneca” and Jardins are now…
Recife is the capital city of Pernambuco in Northern Brazil. It’s a fast-growing commercial city in the country. Although urban lifestyle is gaining popularity in this city, it still holds onto its cultural roots. Olinda, a historic UNESCO world heritage site, is just 6.3 miles (10.2km) away from Recife. Like its neighbor, Recife is also…
Puerto Vallarta enjoys wide renown among both local and foreign LGBT people as a fabulous vacation destination in Mexico. So it comes as no surprise that there’s a vast array of Puerto Vallarta gay hotels to choose from in this vibrant Jalisco resort city. Additionally, you’ll find gay hotels in Puerto Vallarta. Particularly popular, discover…
New York City is a great travel destination in itself, but for the LGBT community, this city is at the top of the best gay cities in the world. Much like San Francisco, NYC is one of the most liberal gay cities, not much of a surprise though as the queer community went through a…
Gay travelers to Argentina’s capital city will not have to look too hard for gay hotels in Buenos Aires. Actually, the city’s gay-friendly and safe to explore. Argentina’sconsidered one of the most gay friendly countries in the world with very progressive LGBTQ laws. Gay Buenos Aires bloomed with homosexuality being legalized in the country in…
Washington DC is perhaps the gayest place in America, housing one of the most diverse LGBTQ populations in the United States. If you thought queer tourism in stiff DC could be daunting, think again! There is not one but many gay areas in Washington DC. Some of the most visible LGBTQ communities are in Adams-Morgan…
Guadalajara, the second biggest city in Mexico is renowned for being one of the most gay-friendly cities in Latin America. As such it has earned the sobriquet of being the ‘San Francisco of Mexico.’ Although not as forward as San Francisco or New York, the gay scene in Guadalajara thrives. Gay Guadalajara is evident in…
San Francisco’s gay scene has been around for a long time and it comes as no surprise that it is rated as one of the best gay cities in the world. Rivaling other top gay cities like New York, Berlin, Amsterdam, and Tel Aviv, you’ll find some of the world’s best gay bars in San…
Memphis might be the land of the Delta blues that an old song talks about, but travelers feel anything but blue when they visit. Walking in Memphis means seeing where some rock-and-roll legends lived and sang. It means standing in places where ground-breaking historical events happened. It means lip-smacking barbecues and cold beer in snazzy…
The largest city in the state of Maryland. Baltimore is one of the most popular cities in the U.S. A hugely popular destination with a huge number of things to do. Highlights include museums, historic landmarks, shopping, and dining. A lot of the tourism centers around the Inner Harbor. Despite this, Baltimore is much more…
Argentina‘s second most populous city after Buenos Aires is Córdoba, a cliched mix of the old and new. This university city, bustling with a young population is a cauldron of style and culture, reflected in the number of reputed museums, galleries, and ‘hip’ cafes. The diverse architectural styles around Córdoba, from the Gothic to the…
Winnipeg’s strategic location at the confluence of the Assiniboine and Red Rivers, and at the eastern edge of the Canadian Prairies, has earned it the sobriquet ‘Gateway to the West.’ The largest city of Canada’s Manitoba province is a surprisingly sophisticated melting pot of culture. There is much to see and experience in this city…
The largest landlocked country in the Southern Hemisphere and only one of two landlocked countries in the Americas is the intriguing nation of Bolivia. Bolivia has aptly been described as a land of ‘superlatives’ with the highest capital city, largest salt flat and the driest desert in the world all within its boundaries. From the…
One of the most enigmatic countries of South America is Peru with its megadiverse landscapes combined with a rich ‘golden’ history. Its 5000-year history is showcased in the numerous archaeological sites that are scattered throughout the different parts of the country. From pre-Incan Geoglyphs of Nazca and remnants of Chan Chan, hoto the Incan sites…
The city of Valparaiso in Chile is one of the South Pacific’s most important seaports. In the second half of the 19th century, it was a major port of call for ships that crossed the Straits of Magellan, traveling between the Atlantic and Pacific. The opening of the Panama Canal brought an end to its…
Sitting high up in the Andes at an elevation of 3,400 meters is the Inca capital, Cusco, designated as the ‘Historical capital of Peru.” This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas. Although the Spaniards demolished most of the important buildings of the city, they used the foundations for…
The City of Mendoza as it is officially known as is located in the northern central part of the province of Mendoza in Argentina. The bustling tree-lined city is a stopover point for climbers to Mount Aconcagua and also for skiers in the winter looking for easy access to the Andes. Mendoza is synonymous with…
The capital of Uruguay, Montevideo, is the southernmost capital in the Americas and has been consistently rated first on the quality of life in Latin America. The city was founded in 1724 by a Spanish soldier as a strategic move against Portugal during the dispute over the platine region. The first inhabitants of the city…
Arequipa, the second-largest city in Peru after Lima, has earned the sobriquet of the ‘legal capital of Peru’ since it is the seat of the Constitutional Court of Peru. It is also part of the Southern Peru Tourist Corridor along with Cusco, Puno, and Nazca. The city which was founded in 1540, has maintained a…
Quito, the capital city of Ecuador sits at an elevation of 2,580 meters above sea level, making it the second-highest official capital city in the world, after La Paz. It also has the distinction of being the closest capital city to the equator with its central square being about 25 kilometers south of the equator.…
The capital and largest city in the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the Americas. Founded by Bartholomew Columbus, the brother of the famous explorer, the city was named in honor of Saint Dominic in 1495 and became the ‘Gateway to the Caribbean‘. The city…
There are many varied kinds of travelers in this world—some like mountains, whereas some likes a cozy walk along the beach, whereas others enjoy the solitude of forests. For lovers of beaches, the calm blue sea, and a coastal lifestyle, Hawaii is a must-visit spot. Kauai happens to be the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands…
The Caribbean country of Antigua and Barbuda is blessed with vast expanses of pristine beaches, lagoons, and natural harbors. No surprises there as it lies between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Antigua boasts of having 365 beaches, one for every day of the year, and as such, attracts a larger number of visitors.…