We all love a good party. But some are so good, they’re worth using your vacation days, getting on a plane and flying across the planet (or maybe just getting off the grid entirely) for!
Maybe you’ve been to all of these, maybe you’re halfway through the list. Maybe you’re just eager to get started. No worries! Whatever your experience-level, vote for the party that makes you wanna go online, hunt for fares and start picking our your best party togs and dancing shoes!
November 10, 2010 – UPDATE: Congratulations to Madrid Gay Pride for winning the 2010 award for Best Annual Gay Destination Event. That’s two years in a row!
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Amsterdam Gay Pride |
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The Dinah and Dinah Shore Weekend, Palm Springs |
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Madrid Pride |
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Manchester Pride |
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Provincetown Bear Week |
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Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras |
All of these events are fun and memorable — and possibly life-changing. And all offer something different for the enthusiastic LGBT traveler.
We asked the nominees if they’d like to respond to their nomination, or tell you more about themselves. Here’s what we’ve heard so far!
From Andrew Stokes, Chief Executive, Marketing Manchester:
Manchester Pride is the only pride event in the UK that continues to raise money for LGBT and HIV groups and charities – nearly £1 million since 2003. Now in its 20th year, the festival offers something for everyone, from Pride Fringe events and the Pride Parade to the Big Weekend of circuit parties and community festivities to the HIV Candlelit Vigil. The event takes place in the heart of the city’s thriving gay village and is easily accessible to the international traveller thanks to a global route network from Manchester Airport.
Check out more of the 2010 TripOut Gay Travel Award nominees!
