Gay friendly countries to visit
If youre looking for the best gay-friendly destinations, youve certainly come to the right place! We realize Africa inside out. We know her secret hideaways, members-only locations, and hottest shows – and were ready to roll out the red carpet just for you.
Africa has many gay-friendly countries, and we know exactly where you should go when, where to stay, and all the tips and tricks to make your holiday the best it can be. Here are the best countries to combine to your itinerary!
South Africa
Africa’s gay capital, Cape Town, is a hub of all things thriving and fabulous. A delicious concoction of experiences, sights and tastes await you here in South Africas oldest city.
Explore Cape TownBotswana is a country of mystery that will take your breath away while also making you scratch your head due to its unique nuances. With its puzzling Delta flooding in the dry winter months and seemingly endless herds of elephant, this wildlife haven is like no place on earth.
Explore BotswanaEllen Degeneres and her wife Portia de Rossi shone the limelight on Rwanda as a popula
LGBTQ+ Worldwide Travel Map
Rainbow Map
rainbow map
These are the main findings for the edition of the rainbow map
The Rainbow Map ranks 49 European countries on their respective legal and policy practices for LGBTI people, from %.
The UK has dropped six places in ILGA-Europe’s Rainbow Map, as Hungary and Georgia also register steep falls following anti-LGBTI legislation. The data highlights how rollbacks on LGBTI human rights are part of a broader erosion of democratic protections across Europe. Read more in our press release.
“Moves in the UK, Hungary, Georgia and beyond signal not just isolated regressions, but a coordinated global backlash aimed at erasing LGBTI rights, cynically framed as the defence of tradition or public stability, but in reality designed to entrench discrimination and suppress dissent.”
- Katrin Hugendubel, Advocacy Director, ILGA-Europe
Malta has sat on top of the ranking for the last 10 years.
With 85 points, Belgium jumped to second place after adopting policies tackling hatred based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics. 
Are you ready to embark on a journey that celebrates love, acceptance, and the freedom to be your authentic self? Whether you identify as LGBTQ+ or are an ally seeking inclusive destinations, it's an exciting time scout the countries on this list that welcome everyone with open arms. From nature to cultural experiences, these destinations have earned their place as havens of LGBTQ+ acceptance, celebration, and equal rights.
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Discover how HomeExchange worksHow the Most LGBT Friendly Countries Are Ranked
So, just what does it take to be considered one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly countries in the world? A lot, and rightfully so. We've based our listed on The Willia