Greece has come a long way in liberating its LGBTQ+ community, but it still has a long way to go. In 2018, IGLTA-Europe assessed 49 European countries on gay rights and Greece was found to have the highest improvements. Here are a few LGBTQ+ highlights that should be celebrated:

• Homosexual activity between males has been legal since 1951, whereas female homosexuality has always been legal (and by legal, we mean ignored entirely which in this case is great!).
• Discrimination in the workplace has been illegal since 2005.
• Same-sex couples are allowed to enter a civil union.
• LGBTQ+ peeps are allowed to serve in the military.

We wish we could jump on Greece's back with the LGBTQ+ movement and shout GIDDY UP, but everyone has to start somewhere and we’re super proud of the progress Greece is making. 🌈

The most gay-friendly spot on Santorini is the Tropical Bar in Fira. The bar presents you with the most amazing views of the caldera and the steep cliffs that drop into the deep blue ocean. Well known celebrities have been known to visit the nightclubs on Fira to start their night off. If you are looking for a more international flair then head over to Casablanca Soul, also in Fira, which hosts live soul and funk music.

Although Santorini has no bars dedicated specifically to the LGBTQ+ community, there are plenty of places to grab a drink with a mixed crowd of tourists.

Santorini is considered one of the most romantic destinations in the world! It is unrivaled by most other honeymoon destinations so you’ll find plenty of couples with gazing eyes at each other as they walk hand in hand along beautiful Santorini. If romance is in your vibe, then this is definitely the place to come and play. While Santorini is calmer than its vivacious brother Mykonos it still gives off a cool anything goes vibe that is sure to leave you with lasting memories.

Located in Chora (which means town in Greek!), a trip to Mykonos is not complete without a meal in Little Venice.

With such beautiful scenery, many of the restaurants you'll find in Santorini are as beautiful as they are delicious! Offering amazing sunsets whilst dining on delicious food is what santorini does best.

Argo Restaurant in the Fira on Santorini,  serves fresh, local seafood but in a modern and creative way. The atmosphere in the restaurant is very contemporary, and you'll still have those unbelievable sunset views.

Metaxy Mas a favorite restaurant of the locals, Metaxy Mas serves Greek favorites like marinated lamb, and fava beans. The views here are also incredible (especially at sunset).

We should warn you… Beaches in Santorini are laced with red and black pebbles due to the island’s volcanic activity. Unless you enjoy sitting on stiff beads, make sure you take a large towel or a deckchair with you!

Popular beaches on the island include: Perissa beach which is the sandy beach, Kamari and Perivolos beach are volcanic rock so take some shoes to walk to the sea in. If you’re hoping to go home without tan lines, head over to Red Beach and follow our simple guide to sunbathing in the nude:

• Go to beach
• Get nude

nobody likes rain, right?