- Paperback: 480 pages
- Publisher: Hungry Minds; 1st edition (7 Jun 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0028626400
- ISBN-13: 978-0028626406
- Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 13.1 x 2.9 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,161,704 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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There's more to Queer Europe than gay Paree(Paris). From London and Lisbon to Athens, Amsterdam and Prague, Europe has long been a hot travel destination for gays and lesbians. Until recently, though, there was no good guide that catered to gay and lesbian tastes and needs. With Frommer's Gay & Lesbian Europe, however, that's all changed. What do gays and lesbians want in a guidebook? Like anyone else, they want the lowdown on transportation and lodging, sightseeing and shopping, food and nightlife. But there are also such issues as comfort levels and cultural expectations, finding gay-owned or gay-friendly establishments, meeting fellow gay travellers and fraternising with the locals-- topics left out of your typical straight travel guide.
If, for example, you're heading to Paris, you might want to know about the rustic gay restaurant that looks like a French farmhouse (complete with dog napping in the corner), and hearty recipes passed down from the chef's grandfather--as well as which hotels are gay-friendly, from sumptuous to quaint. There are sight-seeing standards such as the Louvre, Notre Dame, and Arc de Triomphe, plus extras like the Erotic Museum, Proust's home town of Illiers-Combray, and Le Marais--the heart of gay Paris. Read further and you'll find gyms that cater to gay crowds, gay and lesbian bookstores, plus stores that specialise in chocolates, club wear, and gourmet foods. There's a full section on bars--gay, lesbian and mainstream--as well as cabarets, supper clubs, dance clubs, sex clubs, gay saunas and leather shops.
There's a lot of tongue-in-cheek cleverness here, with chapter headings like "London: The Queen's at Home," "The Czech Republic: Coming Out of the Past," and "Greece: Where It All Began." There's also sensitive and useful information about what's accepted where, from hotel reservations to public displays of same-sex affection. For anyone who's here and queer, but wants to be queer and there, this is the guide to take. --Stephanie Gold
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"Whether it's obvious destinations like London or more foreign haunts like Berlin, Frommer's Gay & Lesbian Europe will get you to the heart and spirit of what is truly gay and lesbian in Europe today." --Judy Wieder, Editor in Chief, The Advocate We're Here. We're Queer. And We're Looking for a Good Time. Europe is a gay adventure just waiting to happen. Written in a fun, frank, and fabulous style by four travel writers who know all the ins and outs, Frommer's Gay & Lesbian Europe tells you everything you need to know about the 21 hottest cities and resorts. Inside You'll Find: Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget. Candid reviews of the best hotels and restaurants in every price range--mainstream, gay-friendly, and all-out gay. The dish on queer sights, neighborhoods, and beaches, plus all the top attractions. Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not. Shopping for everything from antiques to clubwear to "toys." The lowdown on the after-dark scene--opera, theater, bars and cafes, discos, saunas, and more. More than 60 easy-to-read maps.It's a Whole New World with Frommer's. Find us online at www.frommers.com
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43 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Europe Lite - Leave Home Without It
22 Oct 1999
...As someone who travels to Euroland at least twice a year, and has lived there as well, trust me, you can skip this book - it is a dust-gatherer.
Who was this written for - people who never travel or have never been abroad? How many more bland, predictable descriptions of London and Paris do we need, yet all slanted with the 'queer' and 'gay and lesbian' perspective?
For instance, the section on Amsterdam again discusses poor Anne Frank's house - the 1000th such travel book write-up - but doesn't include any of the new 3-star hotels (mid-level range) on and near NZ Voorburgwal, by the gay areas in the heart of the city, on all the tram lines, between Dam Square and Centraal Station. Cok City and Hotel Inntel are two excellent 5-6 story new mid-priced hotels, whose construction was encouraged by the city government for the tourist class. This guide misses them totally for the same tired old gay guesthouses, and 5-star hotels.
I don't know about you, but when I travel, I can only take one or two books with me, and this would never be my first, second, or third choice.
Between the green Michelin guides, the 'Time Out' individual city guides, and the excellent Euro-oriented Spartacus guide, you will be set for a fabulous trip. ...
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
This one goes to the used bookstore ... a too limited view
6 Oct 1999
I bought this book on the strength of one of the authors, David Andrusia. His book from a few years ago, 'Gay Europe', was pithy, accurate, targeted, and brief. It was worth carrying along on my trips.
This Frommer guide however, is annoyingly cute and politically correct. Interspersing the phrases 'queer' and 'gay and lesbian' throughout, along with constant 'jokes' and 'in' comments is tiresome. However, the biggest fault is the length and rambling text, and the monotonous 'gay' perspective on these great cities of the world. Must museums, restaurants, and every sight be seen in such a perspective? There really is more to travel than this, and I wouldn't find this book, or even photocopied sections, worth carrying on a trip.
Stick to the Spartacus guide for comprehensive gay listings, that are to the point, and give you the facts you need. Stick to the excellent 'Time Out' guides of cities for the metropolitan buzz and richness, while including the gay highlights.
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Good general overview
10 Mar 2000
This book provides a decent overview of the biggest cities and sites in Europe for the "family" traveller. It gives a nice description of these places, but not as much depth as I would have liked. For instance, only three cities in England were discussed (London, Manchester, and Brighton). It provides a nice, down to Earth, heads-up on what to expect and areas you might want to explore.
If you're looking for cruisy places or sex clubs, this isn't the book you want. If you want touristy information from a gay perspective, then this is a good book to start planning your trip.
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