Sydney has won numerous travel awards as a popular and rewarding city to visit. A Gay vacation to Sydney Australia is no exception. The attitude of the locals is tolerant and generally gay friendly making it the prime destination in the Southern Hemisphere. Combine this with the natural beauty and the cultural attractions - Sydney is a winner.
The city has a full calendar of Gay and Lesbian events but the biggest of them all is the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. This parade and celebration is held each year in late February and it is a Mecca for fun. The parade is such a part of the general Sydney calendar that it is an attraction for non homosexuals who want to watch the parade, and the parade is shown on commercial TV.
Beaches are everywhere around Sydney. A short ride across the harbor is the Manly area with it’s surf beach and laid back way of Life. There are a wide choice of beaches that are good for swimming and surfing or just lying back and improving your tan. If you want to find naturalist beaches there are four in the area just to the North of Sydney.
Food and cafes are a way of life here. The range of cuisine is immense and you will be able to find an option that suits your budget. One of the highlights of Sydney must be sitting in the sun at a cafe on the harbor and watching the people and boats go by.
The main gay district of Sydney is centered around Oxford Street; affectionately know as the pink stip. Here there are many gay friendly bars and clubs and a wide range of shopping opportunities from start up designers to the much more high end range of shopping options.
If you are in need of some relaxation and sun don’t forget Sydney is southern hemisphere and the seasons are the flip of what they are in the Northern hemisphere - February is still summer. Gay travel to Sydney Australia is great and the city is definitely gay friendly.
Or you might consider a very different destination in the Southern hemisphere: Gay travel to Brazil is gaining popularity, as well.