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Gay Vacation Tips For Brazil

With its exhilarating nightlife, pristine beaches, multicultural atmosphere, beautiful people and extravagant annual events, such as Carnival, Brazil is a popular vacation destination for both gay and straight travelers. As one of South Americas most accepting and welcoming gay travel destinations, Brazil has quickly become a hotspot for gay vacations for gay men and lesbians in search of a raucous good time, or a tranquil escape to an exotic paradise. Whether your travel preference is a luxury gay vacation at an all-inclusive oceanfront resort or a Brazilian jungle adventure, the diversity of vacation options in Brazil makes this an ideal location for international gay travel.

One of the most visited gay travel destinations in Brazil is Rio de Janeiro, home to gay beaches, gay and lesbian clubs, bathhouses, drag shows, circuit parties and world-class recreation, shopping, dining and cultural activities that appeal to vacationers from around the world. Although Rio de Janeiro is well-known as a cosmopolitan playground for gay men, lesbians will find that most gay establishments and events in Rio de Janeiro are welcoming to lesbian women and offer special ladies nights. Lesbians will also find that, while fewer; there are lesbian clubs and establishments for their enjoyment. And, naturally, no mention of gay Rio de Janeiro is complete without the famous Carnival and New Years celebrations that provide a wide array of activities, parades and parties for gay men and lesbian women.

While perhaps the most popular, Rio de Janeiro is not the only gay vacation destination in Brazil. A number of Brazilian cities host annual gay pride parades and festivals, including Sao Paolo and Belo Horizonte, and most urban areas enjoy a thriving gay culture. For gay vacations that are not centered around gay pride festivals or annual events, gay travel options include all-inclusive luxury eco-gay cruises and tours of historical and cultural landmarks offered by organized tour companies catering specifically to the gay and lesbian community.

Brazilian gay vacations provide ample opportunities to partake in once in a lifetime adventures and experience this cosmopolitan culture to the fullest. To ensure a safe, enjoyable vacation, keep in mind that gay travel in Brazil is not unlike gay travel within the United States when it comes to being aware and using your best judgment. Just as gay travelers in the U.S. know that some areas are more accepting and welcoming than others, gay travelers in Brazil should also keep this in mind as they explore Brazil. And, for travelers who may wish to enjoy some of Brazils well-known bathhouses, taking the necessary precautions to play safely is just as necessary as it is back home.

To ensure a fun-filled, relaxing Brazilian gay vacation, your best bet is to work with a travel agency that is familiar with vacation packages, optimal travel dates for your vacation goals, local attractions and the particular information that is of interest to gay and lesbian travelers. Whether your ideal vacation is an adventure into the jungle, a relaxing week at the beach or a wild time in Rio, working with a travel agency dedicated to gay tours will allow you to sit back and relax and have the Brazilian vacation you have always dreamed of.

Spirit Journeys’ Howie Holben wrote this article. Spirit Journeys is a conscious gay vacations group. Spirit Journeys has hosted special gay travel and holidays since’92. Find out more regarding a conscious gay tour or gay vacation at www.SpiritJourneys.com.

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