Sex is so much more than a way to reproduce – and there are other ways you can do that without engaging in sexual activity these days, anyway. No, sex is also about pleasure and intimacy, whether that is just for one night or a long-term connection. It can be a great way to explore who you are as a person and even be an incredibly liberating experience for many who might have previously felt sexually repressed. It can also act as a great mood boost and stress relief too! However, there are still parts of the world that aren’t as sexually liberal as others. Some areas are even dangerous for individuals who don’t conform to heterosexual and outdated patriarchal traditions. If you want to make sure that your next vacation is in a safe place for those who are sex-positive and liberal, why not visit some of the following destinations?

New York City, United States

NYC will always be a popular tourist destination for so many reasons. It’s an exciting, vibrant city to explore, and it is utterly iconic. It’s also a haven for members of the LGBTQ+ community, playing host to at least 10 annual events celebrating LGBTQ+ lifestyles and rights, has strong anti-discrimination laws, and gender rights that don’t require surgery. Gay marriage is legal, contraception and PrEP are easy to access, and there are plenty of sex shops and gay bars to visit, too!

Cologne, Germany

Germany is generally a very sexually liberal country, passing the ground-breaking and controversial law that legalized sex work in 2002. However, certain parts of Germany adopt this attitude more than others, and Cologne is one of the top cities for this in the country; it even rivals Berlin. It has all of the perks that NYC can offer for the LGBTQ+ community, but it also can be a popular place to visit for those who are seeking the services of sex workers. You can also travel north to the city of Essen to discover escort services as well as a range of brothels, sauna clubs, strip bars, and private clubs for your sexual pleasure. You can find more data from LustMag and Erobella to learn about these areas.

Berlin, Germany

While Cologne might be this city’s competitor, it’s still worth mentioning Berlin. It has a rich history, including being home to the first gay village in the world throughout the 1920s and 1930s. Sadly, the rise of the Nazis and fascism resulted in these bars and clubs being forced to shut down for their safety, resulting in the LGBTQ+ community having to move underground. Now, however, Berlin is back in its rightful place as one of the best destinations for members of this community and those who are more open-minded sexually, too.

Madrid, Spain

If you’re looking for some sunshine and a sexually liberal holiday destination, Madrid could be the ideal spot for you. Again, this is a city that is safe for members of the LGBTQ+ community, home to 22 gay bars, ease of access to contraception, 35 sex shops, and have an abolitionist stance on sex work.

If you are looking to take a vacation but want to visit a sexually liberal place, consider these 4 cities, which are some of the most liberal in the world.

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