The biggest of America’s cities, New York attracts millions of visitors every year who come to experience its unmatched style and culture. Most gay travel to New York is centred in Manhattan, but now there are other regions to enjoy such as Brooklyn which has developed a large gay community over the past few decades. It is often said that Manhattan has the best nightlife, restaurants, theatres, and shopping.

Visitors come to New York City any month of the year. The most popular time has always been during the summer, this is especially true with gay tours from Europe. Fall can be a wonderful time to experience what’s on offer and is certainly a season with a charm all of its own. In winter it can be very cold and may even snow, but this can create a warm and cozy feel when sitting in a bar or restaurant.

There are gay and lesbian events held whenever you choose to visit. New Year Eve in New York has to be experienced at least once in a lifetime. If you choose to come in spring you can attend the Tribecca and NewFest film festivals that attract many gay and lesbian visitors. The famous New York Gay Pride usually take place towards the end of June, while earlier in the month are smaller parades in Brooklyn and Queens. If you happen to come in the fall then you can seriously camp at up in one of the many Halloween parties.

Before visiting the city it is good to have a little information on how it is laid out. There are five main boroughs. Manhattan is actually a small island found between the East River and Hudson River. Brooklyn and Queens are on the western edge of Long Island, just across the East River from Manhattan.

There is an excellent mass transit system that is affordable and easy to navigate. It is better not to bring your own car or rent one as the traffic can be rather severe as are the parking costs.

If you plan to visit from one of the other main East Coast cities then there are plenty of long distance bus and train services available. Those flying in will arrive at one of three airports. JFK airport is located in Queens, Newark is across the Hudson in New Jersey, and La Guardia is the closest to Manhattan.