Gays on the beach
The World&#;s Best Gay Beaches (From Sensational To Secret)
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Beach vacations aren’t everyone’s pitcher of piña colada. But for many, it’s not a vacation unless you’re slathering on sunscreen and flaunting some flesh on a sandy runway. But which gay beaches are the world’s best? Which dunes are the most dapper? From Europe to Asia, and the Americas to Australia…here are our favourite LGBTQ+ beach destinations (along with a secret see we’re not supposed to speak about)!
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If you’re feeling raucous, the town of Patong and its namesake beach on the island of Phuket may be just the dose of sunshine you need.
Since it was ‘discovered’ in the s, the town has continued to grow and establish itself as a global party hotspot. While not exclusively gay, Patong is *very* LGBTQ+ friendly. You’re also near Paradise Complex, the raucous heart of queer nightlife in Phuket. If you’re after a more subdued vibe, check out Kata Beach. Just fifteen minutes outside of town, it’s well-liked with surfers and lacks the overwhelming commercial
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