Loading...
South Africa is certainly going all out to prove its rainbow status, not only does it have a committed gay travel tourism marketing campaign, but it was the first country in Africa to legalize same-sex marriage – and was only the fifth worldwide to do so.
While there is still some deep hostility to homosexuality major urban areas are becoming more accepting and here you will find a thriving gay nightlife, especially in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Sandton and Nelsprut. In Cape Town The Bronx is one of the longest serving gay bars. Cape Town Pride waved its pink flag proudly in 2011 celebrating its 10th anniversary, which is held annually between February and March. Every October and November Cape Town turns down the lights for the annual Out in Africa Film Festival. The Pink Loerie in the enchanting Garden Route is one of the most vibrant Mardi Gras events in the South African calendar, often towards the end of April. This is a multi-stop destination where you can take in the vibrant flow of Victoria Falls, enjoy long warm evenings in Kruger National Park, and explore deep tangled forests on the Garden Route. There are a number of gay tour operators that can help you explore some of the extraordinary sights of the country like Cape Wine Lands, Sun City or a safari in Madikwe or Mpumalanga.
Discovering new cultures and mingling with different types of people is a fantastic way to travel. It’s also an opportunity for those who are advocates and believers in LGBTQ+ rights to make the world more inclusive and equal.
CONTINUE READING
Pope Francis has taken a significant step in his efforts to foster a more inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ Catholics within the Roman Catholic Church.
CONTINUE READING