There are so many amazing travel spots for our Rainbow family, but this time, we’re focusing on smaller towns and beaches and vibrant Gay Life, ranked by estimated yearly rainbow visitors. Whether you’re into sun, sand, cruising, or cocktailing, these places without the big-city chaos bring the perfect mix of chill and thrill.

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Here are our top 10 list, with the estimated number of annual visitors from various resources:

1. Maspalomas – Gran Canaria, Spain ~350,000

Europe’s biggest gay resort destination, with golden dunes, cruisy beaches, and the infamous Yumbo Center packed with gay bars, clubs, and events. Year-round sun, easy hookups, and rainbow flags everywhere make this a no-brainer. Best travel time: October to April.

2. Palm Springs – California, USA ~300,000

A desert playground full of gay resorts, pool parties, and cocktail bars. It’s all about lounging, flirting, and meeting locals by the pool. No beach, no problem—this is the West Coast’s sunniest gay escape. Best travel time: October to April.

3. Patong Beach – Phuket, Thailand ~300,000

Thailand’s busiest gay hotspot is centered around the Paradise Complex, a packed grid of gay bars, go-go clubs, drag shows, and saunas just minutes from the beach. The scene is international, casual, and always buzzing. Best travel time: November to April.

4. Sitges – Spain ~280,000

A Mediterranean classic with multiple gay beaches, walkable streets, and a nightlife that hits hard every summer. Pride, Bear Week, and late-night terrace flirting keep the town full of energy. Best travel time: May to September.

5. Provincetown – Massachusetts, USA ~250,000

A legendary East Coast getaway with beach days, drag brunches, and themed weeks like Bear Week and Carnival. Artists, queers, and eccentrics mix in this historic village turned gay mecca. Best travel time: June to September.

6. Mykonos – Greece ~220,000

Glamorous and wild, with legendary spots like Elia Beach and Super Paradise. Expect toned bodies, high-end prices, and nonstop beach parties that roll into sunrise. Best travel time: June to September.

7. Florianópolis (Floripa) – Brazil ~180,000

An island escape with lush beaches, steamy parties, and a naturally flirtatious crowd. Mole Beach and Praia da Galheta are must-visits for sun and socializing. Best travel time: December to March.

8. Clifton 3rd Beach – Cape Town, South Africa ~150,000

A cliffside beach known for its stunning views and handsome crowd. It’s small, clothing-optional, and especially popular in the Southern Hemisphere summer. Best travel time: December to March.

9. White Beach – Boracay, Philippines ~120,000

A picture-perfect island with soft sand and a growing gay traveler scene. Most action happens around Station 2, where bars and beach parties attract an easygoing, international crowd. Best travel time: December to May.

10. Zipolite – Mexico ~90,000

The only official nude beach in Mexico, known for its gay-friendly vibe and mix of spirituality, sensuality, and freedom. Expect hammocks, mezcal, and very little clothing. Best travel time: November to April.

Before You Go…

Let’s be real: there’s no such thing as the best destination. Some of us love wild beach parties, others just want peace, sunsets, and one good flirt. That’s the beauty of it, we all like something different, and that’s exactly how it should be.

Please use our list as inspiration, not as a rulebook. And wherever you end up, make sure to activate your travel feature. Someone there is probably already waiting to say hi.

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Stay tuned for our next blog: Flirt Etiquette – your cheeky guide to keeping it sexy, safe, and drama-free this summer.

We wish you a great vacation, wherever you go!