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.
The food side of life is well catered for and is complemented by a great cafe culture. The balmy to hot temperatures make outdoor dining possible and there is nothing better than sipping a glass of wine watching the water or people going by.
The area around Oxford street is known as the Pink Strip. Here is a concentration of Gay friendly shop, bars and clubs. The shopping is diverse as are the clubs - so there should be something for everyone.
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.
