TEL AVIV NAMED WORLD'S BEST GAY CITY 2011

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Tel Aiv Is Best Gay City



Tel Aviv was named the World's Best Gay City of 2011 in a recent survey on GayCities.com, sponsored by American Airlines, it was announced this month. The Israeli art, culture and nightlife metropolis received nearly half of the votes, with New York City, Toronto and Sao Paulo finishing behind.



In the survey, Tel Aviv was described as the gay capital of the Middle East and as "an exotic and welcoming destination with a Mediterranean c'est la vie attitude."



"We are proud to see Tel Aviv gain international recognition as the world's best tourism destination for LGBT travelers," said Haim Gutin, Israel Commissioner for Tourism, North and South America. "We hope this award attracts travelers of all tastes and interests to visit Israel in 2012."



Tel Aviv will host its annual LGBT Pride Festival, featuring a wide selection of events, festivals and a parade, June 8, 2012.



For more information on travel to Israel, visit www.goisrael.com.

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