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Where are the best gay and gay-friendly travel destinations? From clubs and festivals to beaches and more - does Sao Paulo rate better than Sydney as a global gay destination? And are there any hotspots outside the big cities? Share your tips here, or email been.there@guardian.co.uk and we'll put them up for you.
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    Gay Pizarro Hostel Madrid

    Posted by Sissi 18 June 2009

    Another great gay hostel in Madrid - this cool modernist building is in the Chueca area - great for gay nightlife and parties.

    The staff are extremely welcoming and will give out any advice on things to see, gay/lesbian advice, free vouchers for clubs, saunas etc...

    The rooms have ensuite and have great facilities - tvs, free internet, safety deposit boxes, linen and towels.

    Calle Pizarro 14 -1,Madrid, Spain, 28004

    www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/spain/madrid/31404/

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    Gay Hostel Puerta Del Sol Madrid

    Posted by Sissi 18 June 2009

    This is a great gay hostel with really friendly staff - who are always willing to offer you advice on where to go and what to see - they even hand out free club passes!

    The rooms are more like a hotel than a hostel, with TVs, comfortable beds and balconies overlooking Puerta del Sol square. There's also free internet and a free breakfast of freshly baked buns.

    The location is excellent, you are right in the center of town, so we could walk everywhere.

    Puerta del Sol Square, Madrid

    www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/spain/madrid/3468/

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    Great selection of over 80 Gay and Lesbian Spanish and International films that are shown in cinemas across the city. The films celebrate diversity in all its many forms and the public can vote for their favourite - well worth a visit!

    29th Oct - 8th Nov
    www.lesgaicinemad.com/

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    Chueca

    Posted by PDJ1 23 June 2006

    Chueca is recognised as a gay neighbourhood in Madrid city centre, popular for its bars and discos of the same description. During the daytime there's a very tranquil, liberal vibe to the area. Then at night, especially on the weekends, it comes alive and everybody, gay or otherwise, mix together and have a great time. A perfect place for gay couples, free of prejudice.

    Metro: Chueca

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    Aquarella

    Posted by VictoriaSill 11 October 2005

    Situated in the heart of Chueca, Madrid's vibrant and welcoming gay district, Aquarella is a bar you'll want to go back to. Tucked away on Calle Gravina, you will notice the flickering lights and luxurious interiour of this quiet bar. Take a seat on one of their antique chairs and you will be waited on by a friendly, handsome waiter. An intimate hide away, you can go with friends, a lover or alone. If you do go alone, be sure to brouse through Aquarella's small but always interesting collection of second hand fiction. Order a cocktail and keep your voice down. If you become a regular, the waiters will invite you to a drink. Que disfrutes.

    Turn left down calle Gravina, just out of Chueca tube station. It's a 30 second walk from the metro, next to a funky hairdresser's.

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