Lesbian Dating: cultural differences from around the world

The world is shrinking all the time, with technological advances making it quicker to traverse distances, and the Internet transcending international frontiers. However, the unfortunate aspect of human nature is that decency and acceptance sometimes lag behind. This is often the case where relationships are concerned, particularly same-sex partnerships.

Countries that welcome lesbian couples

If you want the simplest overview of the countries across the globe most welcoming to lesbians, all you have to do is consult a compass. The direction you want to pay the most attention to is ‘due west’! Throughout Western Europe and the western hemisphere, marriage and civil union is permitted.

The same can be said for large tracts of the southern hemisphere, particularly Australia, New Zealand, but also areas of Oceania like Hawaii, Guam, New Caledonia, and French Polynesia.

Casual lesbian dating in the USA

In 2015, the US Supreme Court overturned all individual state bans on same-sex marriage. Lesbians are now free to marry in all 50 states, while states must also honor out-of-state marriage licenses.

Given this freedom, American lesbians have a wide range of activities to enjoy, ranging from dating sites exclusively for girls seeking girls, and bars or nightclubs where they can socialize and party. If you’re seeking an outlet where you can feel at home, the most LGBT-friendly locations in the country include San Francisco, New Orleans, Portland OR, New York City, Orlando, Palm Springs, Miami Beach, and Boston.

Before visiting any of these destinations, you can hop onto dating sites and make the most of the chatroom facilities, instigating topics about ‘recommended lesbian bars/restaurants/places to hang out.’

Happy lesbian dating in Europe

Same-sex relationships have been legal in the UK for 50 years, but even this is relatively late compared to many other European nations. France, the Netherlands, and Belgium all legalized homosexuality in the 19th-century (as did Argentina and Brazil in South America).

When it comes to seeking out the liveliest lesbian-friendly events in the calendar in Europe, there are just so many to choose from. Check out the Ella Winter Davos festival that takes place in Davos, Switzerland. If you’re looking for beautiful women, skiing and other fun snow sports, followed by fabulous music and non-stop partying, this is just what you’ve been looking for.

Ibiza is renowned as one of the top entertainment resorts in the world, let alone Europe, and the event to keep an eye out for is Velvet Ibiza. This is a five-day party in an all-inclusive resort where you’ll be surrounded by kindred spirits eager to let their hair down while the sun sets over the Atlantic Ocean. What more could a girl ask for? During the day you can act like a beach bum, splashing around in the Mediterranean, downing cocktails by the pool, or soaking up the sunshine. At night you can anticipate hours of clubbing amongst spectacular light shows while dancing to pulsating DJ sets.

Dangerous! Countries not for lesbian dating

While females seeking a same-sex partner can openly express their feelings and emotions in the Western World, there remain many parts of the globe where attitudes remain entrenched. The site lesbiedates.com warns LGBT couples from visiting certain countries.

According to an annual report by the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA), 72 countries still criminalize same-sex relationships; sexual relationships are illegal in 45 of these. Most worryingly of all, there are eight countries where a homosexual relationship would merit the death penalty and many more where same-sex acts can result in imprisonment. Lesbians have been persecuted in parts of the Middle East, and the Chechen area of the Russian Federation. Vigilante action against same-sex couples has been reported in many religious areas of Africa, including Uganda, Kenya, Liberia, Senegal, and South Africa.

In conclusion, in the majority of the more enlightened parts of the globe, lesbians can feel as free to express their feelings as their straight counterparts. A map of the world reveals the areas where more caution is required centers around Africa and the Middle East. If you are considering holidaying in any of the dangerous zones, the best advice would be to do some thorough research beforehand.

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