Gay beach vacations

Camps Bay Beach in Cape Town is a good choice in February. This is the swankiest neighbourhood in town. Many A-listers have been spotted in these parts. South Africa gets its winter when Europe enjoys its summer. In February, when much of the Old World and North America are super cold, Cape Town in basking in sunny splendour.

Cancun is a good choice if you’re looking for an all-inclusive relaxation holiday. It’s home to many resorts that cater to all your need. The kind of hotels that have six restaurants and five bars. You can swan from one to the next making the most of your all-inclusive package. When you’re fully sated you can head to the beach and soak up some rays.

Mykonos it is! Start doing situps now. The international gay jet congregates every year in Mykonos. You’ll see lots of shirtless guys hanging out at Jackie O’s and lazing around on Psarou Beach. Mykonos is Greece’s most popular and exciting island. It’s a fabulous beach destination. You can also take a short ferry ride from Mykonos to Santorini.

Croatia is an increasingly popular destination. Much of Game of Thrones was filmed in Dubrovnik, so it may look a little uncanny when you arrive. It can also be very crowded. Going to Croatia in May is a great choice for a romantic trip. It’s less busy and the weather will be excellent. You can wander the narrow streets of Dubrovnik, enjoy its charming beach and maybe indulge in a spot of Croatian island hopping. It’s also a great choice for foodies.

June is a great month to visit Barcelona. It’s hot but not yet boiling as it will be in July and August. Barcelona is a great city packed with culture and nightlife. It also has beaches. Yes, the beaches in Barcelona are manmade – they were made in the early 90s when Barcelona hosted the Olympics. Combine your trip to Barcelona with a trip to Sitges. It’s just up the road and it’s Europe’s gayest town. It also has excellent beaches, including a very lively gay beach.

July is hurricane season in the Caribbean. Fortunately, Aruba isn’t in the firing line so it’s hurricane-free. As Aruba is Dutch outpost, it’s far more gay-friendly than the other Caribbean islands. It’s packed with charming colonial-era architecture. Aruba is also home to many excellent beaches.

August in Portugal’s Algarve region is always a good idea. It’s packed with golden sand beaches, charming towns and many resorts. You can also opt for a more intimate, boutique options. You can spend half your time exploring the cities of Porto and Lisbon and then head to the beaches of the Algarve.

Costa Rica is fast becoming one of our most popular destinations in Latin America. It’s full of diverse flora and fauna – much of which you can see at Tortuguero National Park. Nature lovers will be in heaven in Costa Rica. There are excellent beaches all over Costa Rica. You’ll also find a lively gay scene in Manuel Antonio.

The island archipelago that makes up the Seychelles arguably boasts the world’s finest beaches. The islands are home to rare species, such as the Aldabra Giant Tortoises. The Seychelles are where great natural beauty meets luxury. On our preferred itinerary, you’ll visit La Digue and then head to the Seychelles’ biggest island, Mahe.

Malta is a great European beach destination. It’s also been hailed as the most gay-friendly country in Europe, according to the Rainbow Index. Malta is warm in November – you can expect eight hours of sunshine each day. It’s home to many ancient religious sites – some even more ancient than anything you’ll find in Egypt.

Puerto Rico is one of the Caribbean’s hidden gems. It boasts the only rainforest on US territory and the bioluminescent Mosquito Bay. San Juan, the capital, has many charming buildings in the Old Town. Just outside the walls of the Old Town, you’ll find Puerto Rico’s world-class beaches.