When you’re asked to think of a “typical” lesbian holiday, you probably picture a lively trip to Lesbos, a funpacked Olivia cruise, or possibly just a weekend away to Brighton. However, there are also lots of unusual, exotic and little-known LGBT-friendly holiday destinations you’ve probably not considered. Some countries’ attitudes to homosexuality are changing rapidly, and places you might not have felt comfortable visiting 20 years ago are opening up to LGBT travellers more and more. So, without further ado, here are some of the most exciting places to take a long haul lesbian break with a difference. Also, and most importantly, imagine the jealousy-inducing Instagram photos you’ll take…
HILARY MITCHELL is a Scottish journalist who lives in Edinburgh with her wife and two rescue dogs. @Hilary_W