Within recent years, Fort Lauderdale itself has grown into what may seem to be no less than one giant gay resort. Fort Lauderdale’s gay scene, or as many call it Gay Fort Lauderdale, is flourishing with gay-friendly everything – from bars and nightclubs to shopping, fine dinning and resorts – many specifically tailored to the gay lifestyle. Even those which are not specifically “gay oriented” often boast themelves as “welcoming all lifestyles” as in Fort Lauderdale there seems to be no “norm”.

The neighboring city of Wilton Manors (the gayborhood) is about 2 miles from the beach and loaded with a concentration of LGBT focused businesses and venues. A quick trip through Wilton Manors on any given weekend may leave you with the impression that you’ve slipped into a gay-only fantasy world, often one which may cause you to cringe at the simple thought of leaving, and for good reason. Did you forget to pack swim trunks in your suitcase?? No probem, you can always stop at Gay Mart and pick up another pair. Got munchies after a long night of clubbing at RamRod or other gay bars along the strip? Stop at Humpy’s Pizza at 1:45a.m. for great Pizza & Panini. And the list goes on and on.

It’s quite shocking, not to mention very satisfying to discover a whole culture of LGBT couples and individuals, all gathered into one beautiful area…. Have you died and gone to heaven?? No, you’re just gay in Fort Lauderdale.

Having been informed of a few things that Gay Fort Lauderdale has to offer, let’s talk about where to stay. There’s an abundance of gay hotels and resorts in the Fort Lauderdale area, however none quite as appealing as The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa. Located just blocks from Wilton Manors on its own privately enclosed paradise rests The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa. Bordered on 2 sides by a quaint yet refreshing waterway padded with lush tropical landscape, The Cabanas is an award-winning clothing-optional resort and a definite favorite of those who are “in the know”.

Since opening in 2001, The Cabanas excellent scenery, prime location, generous amenities and superior customer service have yielded a loyal following of gay travelers from literally around the world. When you stay at The Cabanas, it’s more than just a hotel room to sleep in – It’s the experience of a lifetime. It’s an opportunnity to meet great people and enjoy great company. It’s the freedom to walk, swim or sun-bathe in the nude. It’s the chance to make lifelong friends with whom you can create memories that will never be forgotten. It’s the luxury of being who YOU want to be, because unlike the other gay resorts, The Cabanas is all about YOU.

Indulge in yourself, indulge in your relationship, indulge in the real gay lifestyle. The ultimate gay vacation begins at The Cabanas Guesthouse & Spa of beautiful Fort Lauderdale/Wilton Manors. Don’t believe the hype??? View our (over 70 and counting) reviews on TripAdvisor.com, one of the most trusted and respected traveler review sites in the world. The words of our loyal and satisfied visitors say it all.

Visit us now at www.thecabanasguesthouse.com for more information on rates, availability and to make reservations. We’ll see you soon!

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This includes sunny Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Fort Lauderdale is fanous for it’s “gayborhood”, Wilton Manors.  Fort Lauderdale and Wilton manors are gay meccas of South Florida where GLBT’s of all types are readily welcomed and far from being considered a minority. Wilton Manors offers gay-friendly everything – from shopping and dining to gay beaches and nightlife.

Wilton manors is also home to The Cabanas Guesthouse and Spa, Fort Lauderdale’s premier gay mens clothing optional resort. The Cabanas is located right in the heart of Wilton Manors, just minutes from the beach and within walking distance of everything gay. For more information on a gay South Florida vacation or a gay nudist vacation, visit our website at www.thecabanasguesthouse.com

As Gay Fort Lauderdale has developed over the past 15 years into one of the world’s premier gay resort destinations, so to has its annual Stonewall Pride Festival grown and grown. It should be noted that Gay Fort Lauderdale celebrates its main Gay Pride South Florida Festival, Pride Under the Sun earlier in the year (it will take place over the weekend of March 21 and 22 in 2009), and this is also a terrific event, drawing crowds from all over South Florida. The Stonewall Pride Island celebration occurs in late June (June 20-21, in 2009), to honor what many consider to be one of the foremost events in the history of lesbian and gay rights, the Stonewall Riots, which commenced early in the morning on June 28, 1969. It was begun in 2000 and has blossomed into a first-rate, festive celebration in recent years.

Many major cities around the world now host their Gay Pride Celebrations around this time, among them Chicago, Houston, Minneapolis, New York City, San Francisco, Santa Fe, Seattle, and Toronto.

Fort Lauderdale’s Stonewall Pride Festival takes place in the city’s gay-popular Wilton Manors community and consists of several events. The festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, June 20 and 21, and consists of a street fair with some 150 vendors and GLBT organizations, a parade (on Sunday) that leaves from Fort Lauderdale High School and continues down Wilton Drive to Five Points, and a variety of music and comedy performances held throughout the weekend.

Of course, additionally, numerous gay bars as well as gay-popular restaurants, hotels, and shops have special events and parties throughout the week in Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors. Check local gay papers, such as Express Gay News and Hot Spots Magazine, for details.

The Cabanas Guesthouse and Spa, in the  heart of  Gay Wilton Manors, is a convenient location and a great place to stay when attending pridefest.

For more information on the Stonewall Festival visit their website.