Go to any major metropolitan area in the United States and you're likely to find a "gayborhood" — an enclave of LGBTQ+ residents and businesses that group together for both safety and support.
Most of these neighborhoods have been around as long as the cities they reside in, and play a pivotal role in their history and culture.Like all communities, many gayborhoods took a hit in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and now face an increasing cost of living crisis that keeps residents and small businesses away. But they're not letting anyone drive them out — instead, they're waiting with open arms for their next visitor or their new neighbor.
Queer people have always found each other, so if you're looking to connect with your community on your next vacation, here are some thriving, historic gayborhoods you should consider visiting.
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