| Gay Travel Sites In Germany |
| Written by Howie Holben | |
| Sunday, 10 January 2010 | |
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Germany is well-known for its thriving LGBT culture and for having large communities in each of its larger cities. One of the many reasons that gay travel to top LGBT hotspots like Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg and Cologne are favorites with tourists from all over the world. As home to many world-famous Pride festivals, particularly in Cologne and Berlin, Germany is exceptional for gay travel and provides a welcoming environment for a wonderful trip. As is the case elsewhere, city residents are generally more accepting than rural village inhabitants; however, those planning a gay vacation will find Germany to be a safe, welcoming destination.
Germany is well-known for its thriving LGBT culture and for having large communities in each of its larger cities. One of the many reasons that gay travel to top LGBT hotspots like Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg and Cologne are favorites with tourists from all over the world. As home to many world-famous Pride festivals, particularly in Cologne and Berlin, Germany is exceptional for gay travel and provides a welcoming environment for a wonderful trip. As is the case elsewhere, city residents are generally more accepting than rural village inhabitants; however, those planning a gay vacation will find Germany to be a safe, welcoming destination. Cologne is generally thought of as the LGBT capital of Germany and is a fantastic destination for gay trips. Poised on the banks of the Rhine River and the oldest larger city in the country, Cologne draws travelers from around the world to indulge in this picturesque city's rich culture and history, to get to know its jovial inhabitants and to experience the thriving art scene. As the home of the world-famous Cologne Cathedral and Kolsch beer, Cologne has something to offer to art lovers, history lovers and beer lovers alike. There are more community cafes, bars, restaurants, clubs and establishments than any traveler could visit in one gay vacation and this friendly city even boasts being the proud host of the 2010 Gay Games. To top it off, LGBT visitors are so welcome here, there is even a Pink WelcomeCard available for purchase from the KolnTourismus Service Centre that provides free public transportation, discounts on local attractions, such as theater, river cruises, museums and opera, and discounts and LGBT shops, saunas, clubs and bars. The welcoming city of Berlin also has a vibrant, very visible LGBT community and a wide array of establishments spread throughout the city. Party goers planning Berlin gay holidays may want to consider planning their arrival during Pride season when Berlin becomes a virtual LGBT mecca for two consecutive weekends. First, Berlin hosts Europes largest LGBT city festival, the Lebisch-Schwules Stadtfest, followed by the world-renowned Berlin Gay Pride Parade and Christopher Street Day festival which are attended by hundreds of thousands of LGBT folks, friends and supporters, making this an ideal choice for summer gay vacations to Germany. Whether you are traveling to Germany solo, with your partner or with a group of friends, your gay vacation is sure to be an exciting adventure, filled with memories that will last a lifetime. To fully explore all that Germany has to offer, take part in a group tour, or enlist the assistance of a travel agency that is accustomed to creating gay trips to Germany. The Article Author: Article about Germany written by Howie Holben. Spirit Journeys offers gay couple getaways and gay retreats. You can learn more about gay meditation retreats at Spirit Journeys website. |
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