Beach vacations are even better when you can fully be yourself. Here are some of the world's most welcoming LGBTQ+ beaches.
North America
- Fire Island Pines, New York: Legendary gay resort community with pristine beaches
- Provincetown, Massachusetts: Historic LGBTQ+ destination with a welcoming beach scene
- South Beach, Miami: 12th Street beach is the unofficial gay beach
Europe
- Sitges, Spain: The "Gay Capital of Europe" with multiple gay beaches
- Maspalomas, Gran Canaria: Famous dunes and Kiosk 7 beach area
- Mykonos, Greece: Super Paradise and Elia beaches are LGBTQ+ favorites
- Barcelona, Spain: Mar Bella beach has a dedicated gay section
Australia & Beyond
- Bondi Beach, Sydney: Tamarama (nicknamed "Glamarama") is the gay section
- Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro: The area near Posto 9 is historically gay-friendly
Note: Always research local laws and customs. Some "gay-friendly" beaches are in countries where LGBTQ+ rights are limited.