LGBTQ+ friendly holidays

Gran Canaria's LGBTQ+ scene continues to flourish, with Maspalomas at its heart. The resort hosts two Pride celebrations annually – summer and winter – featuring spectacular pool parties and colourful parades. The Yumbo Centre stands as a dedicated LGBTQ+ shopping and entertainment complex, making this a top gay holiday destination.

Key events:

• Maspalomas Pride by Freedom: May

• Winter Pride Maspalomas: November

• Freedom festival: Summer

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Sitges boasts some of Spain's finest gay-friendly beaches, including Playa de la Bassa Rodona. Cocktails flow all day, with the Old Town's gay bars just a short stroll away. Rainbow merchandise fills the souvenir shops, and Pride celebrations here are legendary, offering every type of party imaginable.

Key events:

• Sitges Pride: June

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Vibrant 'Sin City' delivers spectacular LGBTQ+ entertainment year-round. The Fruit Loop, east of the strip, features drag shows, go-go dancers and RuPaul's Drag Race stars. During Pride, downtown's Fourth Street transforms into a carnival of floats, drag queens and performances – perfect for gay holidays.

Key events:

• Las Vegas Pride: October

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The Big Apple delivers glamour, history and world-class Broadway shows.

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Scandinavia's LGBTQ+ hub hosts the world's oldest gay bar and celebrates two Pride events annually.

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The Schwules Museum, gay saunas and the Queer Film Festival showcase Berlin's thriving queer scene.

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Rainbow flags adorn balconies whilst LGBTQ+ friendly bars sit alongside the city's most famous attractions.

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Canal-lined Amsterdam, birthplace of LGBTQ+ rights, features the Homomonument memorial and vibrant gay districts.

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Via San Giovanni – known as Gay Street – offers gay bars, hotels and restaurants near the iconic Colosseum.

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This Pride walking tour explores the revolutionary 1969 Stonewall Uprising. Discover the Stonewall Inn's history and understand the social climate that sparked that pivotal moment five decades ago.

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Amsterdam's judgement-free atmosphere welcomes everyone. Experience the strong LGBTQ+ community through dedicated clubs, bars and inclusive venues with an expert local guide.

Find out more about Amsterdam's LGBTQ+ nightlife tour.

Explore Berlin's queer community on this guided tour. As one of Europe's most LGBTQ+ friendly cities, the German capital surprises and welcomes visitors with genuine warmth and openness.

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Learn about LGBTQ+ history, culture and lifestyle in Paris on this two-and-a-half-hour walking tour through the charming Le Marais neighbourhood.

Find out more about this Le Marais neighbourhood tour.