The Top Places To Visit For LGBTQ Travelers In 2023
Top places to visit for LGBTQ tourists in 2023 include Aspen, Osaka, Cartagena, and Cleveland. WorldPride in Sydney, the Gay Games in Hong Kong and Guadalajara, and EuroPride in Valletta, Malta are just few of the key events to think about. If you identify as LGBTQ and are planning a trip in the new year, here are some destinations to consider.
Author:Suleman ShahReviewer:Han JuJan 08, 20239.8K Shares617.5K Views
Top places to visit for LGBTQtourists in 2023 include Aspen, Osaka, Cartagena, and Cleveland. WorldPride in Sydney, the Gay Games in Hong Kong and Guadalajara, and EuroPride in Valletta, Malta are just a few of the key events to think about. If you identify as LGBTQ and are planning a trip in the new year, here are some destinations to consider.
Italy
Milan, Rome, Venice, Naples, and the beautiful Puglia region are just a few of the numerous gay-friendly cities in Italy. Even more so, local tour agencies like Quiiky Travel have created LGBTQ+-specific itineraries that explore the city's rich history, culture, and even the locations featured in popular LGBT+ media like The White Lotusand Call Me By Your Name.
Providence, Rhode Island
The capital of Rhode Island is an exciting destination for LGBTQ+ tourists, with a variety of events and attractions such as the annual Pride parade and the FireWater art festival, both of which take place at night. The daytime hours also provide a wealth of opportunities, from shopping and museum visits to fantastic daytrips to extraordinary locales like Newport.
Joshua Tree National Park, California
Only a little over an hour from the gay mecca of Palm Springs, California, this national park is definitely worth the trip for its stark yet breathtaking beauty. There is a lot to see and do in this area, from its namesake plant to its unique geology and rock formations to its wonderful black sky.
Sydney, Australia
In 2023, for the first time ever, WorldPride will be held in the Southern Hemisphere, namely in Sydney, Australia, from February 17 and March 5. The inaugural performance will include Kylie Minogue, Charli XCX, Courtney Acy, Jessica Mauboy, and more, and the event will coincide with the annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
Cleveland, Ohio
The cultural center of Ohio has seen an increase in its "gay quotient" ever since it hosted the 2014 Gay Games. Phase 1 of the $100 million Studio West 117 complex has opened, adding to the buzz of anticipation. An indoor gym is available for youth sports and activities like drag yoga, and the complex also has a gastropub, rooftop bar, nightclub, and community garden.
Guadalajara, Mexico
Speaking of the Gay Games, Hong Kong was supposed to host in 2022, but with COVID-19 and other transport problems in Asia, the games will be hosted in two different locations in 2023 instead. The games will be held in Guadalajara, Mexico, with Hong Kong, from November 3-11, 2023. It is expected that the Games will further establish Guadalajara as a popular destination for the LGBTQ community.
Curacao
Part of the vibrant and colorful Netherlands Antilles, this island has been marketing itself as one of the most welcoming destinations in the Caribbean for the LGBTQ community. Curacao is located just north of Venezuela, which puts it outside of the storm belt and guarantees year-round mild and sunny weather. The island has beautiful beaches, delicious international food, and a fascinating, friendly culture.
United Kingdom
LGBT tourists have several reasons to visit the UK in 2023. This past summer, a museum dedicated to the history of the LGBTQ community in Britain's capital city, Queer Britain, opened to widespread acclaim. Pride events are held all throughout the UK during the summer, beginning on July 1 in London and continuing on until Manchester Pride (August 25-28) and Brighton & Hove Pride (August 4-7). And some operators are even offering James Bond 60th Anniversary itineraries this summer, in honor of the classic movie.
Dawson City, Yukon, Canada
Close to the Arctic Circle, this little community in Canada's Yukon Territory is a hidden treasure and unexpectedly LGBT stronghold. Dogsledding, flightseeing, and seeing the breathtaking Northern Lights are just a few of the summer and winter activities that draw many to the area.
Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico City is one of the biggest and most vibrant cities in the world, yet despite its size, it has a thriving LGBT culture and active nightlife that are often neglected by North American tourists. Cultural tourists will find a wealth of museums, galleries, and historic buildings to explore here. In 2023, Gay Pride will be held from June 23-25 in Mexico City.
Aspen, Colorado
Located in Colorado's beautiful Rocky Mountains, this picturesque town is a popular destination for hikers throughout the year, but it really comes into its own in the winter because of its proximity to some of the top ski resorts in the country (including nearby Snowmass). There will be a large influx of gay men and lesbians to Aspen, Colorado, from January 15th-22nd, 2023, for the annual Aspen Gay Ski Week.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Many people think of beer and bratwurst when they think of Milwaukee, but this underappreciated Midwestern metropolis is really far more diverse and exciting than that. To help tourists better understand the city's rich queer past, a new free app called "lgbt milWALKee" has been developed. Summerfest, a fantastic yearly music series, will be held in the city from June 22nd to July 8th, 2023.
Hong Kong
The 11th Gay Games, which had to be postponed a year because of the COVID-19 epidemic, will be held in Hong Kong from November 3rd to the 11th, 2023. (For those unable to make the trip to Asia, Guadalajara, Mexico will act as a co-host.) Swimming, sailing, dodgeball, fencing, tennis, and martial arts will all be on the schedule for the Games, which are being heralded as a significant event for the city's LGBTQ+ population. There has never been an Asian Gay Games before.
San Antonio, Texas
There's a thriving homosexual district in San Antonio, as well as the historic The Bonham Exchange, a former German social club with a huge ballroom, a terrace, and many smaller rooms, each with its own distinct atmosphere. As an added bonus, the queer-owned Hopscotch is an excellent art gallery that features both immersive art and optical illusions. Amazing eateries like Landrace contribute to the city's vibrant culinary culture.
Final Words
In 2023, LGBTQ tourists who are interested in traveling will have a number of fantastic options, both domestically and internationally.
Suleman Shah
Author
Suleman Shah is a researcher and freelance writer. As a researcher, he has worked with MNS University of Agriculture, Multan (Pakistan) and Texas A & M University (USA). He regularly writes science articles and blogs for science news website immersse.com and open access publishers OA Publishing London and Scientific Times. He loves to keep himself updated on scientific developments and convert these developments into everyday language to update the readers about the developments in the scientific era. His primary research focus is Plant sciences, and he contributed to this field by publishing his research in scientific journals and presenting his work at many Conferences.
Shah graduated from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (Pakistan) and started his professional carrier with Jaffer Agro Services and later with the Agriculture Department of the Government of Pakistan. His research interest compelled and attracted him to proceed with his carrier in Plant sciences research. So, he started his Ph.D. in Soil Science at MNS University of Agriculture Multan (Pakistan). Later, he started working as a visiting scholar with Texas A&M University (USA).
Shah’s experience with big Open Excess publishers like Springers, Frontiers, MDPI, etc., testified to his belief in Open Access as a barrier-removing mechanism between researchers and the readers of their research. Shah believes that Open Access is revolutionizing the publication process and benefitting research in all fields.
Han Ju
Reviewer
Hello! I'm Han Ju, the heart behind World Wide Journals. My life is a unique tapestry woven from the threads of news, spirituality, and science, enriched by melodies from my guitar. Raised amidst tales of the ancient and the arcane, I developed a keen eye for the stories that truly matter. Through my work, I seek to bridge the seen with the unseen, marrying the rigor of science with the depth of spirituality.
Each article at World Wide Journals is a piece of this ongoing quest, blending analysis with personal reflection. Whether exploring quantum frontiers or strumming chords under the stars, my aim is to inspire and provoke thought, inviting you into a world where every discovery is a note in the grand symphony of existence.
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