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London Gay Hotels Haymarket Hotel | 1 Suffolk Place | 020 7470 4000 | http://www.firmdalehotels.com/london/haymarket-hotel The rooms look like they are straight out of an issue of Elle Decor, the gym is practically futuristic, and the indoor pool could be mistaken for a high-end nightclub (it includes a full bar!). It's in a great location, and their on-site restaurant is a delight. Sorted, as the English say!

London Gay Hotels London Marriott Hotel County Hall | London County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd | 020 7928 5200 | http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/lonch-london-marriott-hotel-county-hall/ This Marriott property in the converted County Hall closed by Thatcher is smack in the middle of London sightseeing spots, so if you're visiting for the first time and want to see the city outside the saunas, then this is a great pick. It has all the services and amenities you'd expect from a Marriott.

London Gay Hotels The Z Hotel Soho | 17 Moor Street | 020 3551 3700 | http://www.thezhotels.com/soho Small rooms, with a few modern touches here and there, but clean and comfortable enough to get you through the trip. Note that the bathrooms, while one per room, are pretty open and like we said, the rooms are small. But they might have the most comfortable beds in London, every one of them handmade.

London Gay Hotels Charing Cross Hotel | The Strand (postal code WC2N 5HX) | 020 7839 7282 | http://www.guoman.com/hotels/united_kingdom/london/charing_cross/index.html Victorian history, modern amentities (like Egyptian linens and Bose docking stations) and services (24/7 room service and free wifi). The Executive Twin is the best deal here, as it gives you a larger room without the price tag of a suite.

London Gay Hotels The Marylebone Hotel | 47 Welbeck Street | 020 7486 6600 | http://www.doylecollection.com/locations/london_city_hotels/the_marylebone_hotel.aspx A thoroughly modern hotel with sophisticated retro touches, the Marylebone is the perfect reflection of the sleek makeover that all of London seems to have had. They have a massive number of restaurants, bars and snack-type places on the property, so if you need a bite and don't want to venture out, you're set.

London Gay Hotels The Chesterfield Mayfair | 35 Charles Street | 020 7491 2622 | http://www.chesterfieldmayfair.com/ The rooms are small, but the ones with kingsize beds allow for plenty of movement between the sheets. Britishly discreet and in the gorgeous Mayfair neighborhood, their offers include a 6pm checkout perfect for the extra-long layover, if you catch our drift.

London Gay Hotels The Milestone Hotel | 1-2 Kensington Court | 020 7917 1000 | http://www.milestonehotel.com/ The Milestone, a five-star boutique hotel that plays up its 19th-century bones, is the place to splurge on when you want a luxurious version of a bedsit. Their rooms have sitting areas, their suites are exquisite, and they even have apartments for extended stays.

São Paulo Gay Activities Track & Field | Rua Oscar Freire, 959 | (11) 3062-4457 | http://www.tf.com.br Did a visit to the Havainas store whet your appetite for laid-back Brazilian beach fashion? Are your clothes suddenly feeling heavy and worn when confronted with all those hot bodies? Then pick up some beach shorts and other casual wear here, and blend right in with the locals.

São Paulo Gay Activities Mercado Municipal de São Paulo | Rua da Cantareira, 306 | no number | http://www.mercadomunicipal.com.br/index.php?page=english This food market is a must-visit not only for the foods, but for the astounding 1920s architecture. Browse the almost 300 vendors selling everything from spices to sweets, and pick up some snacks for later or make a full meal to eat on the go.

São Paulo Gay Activities Espaco Havainas | Rua Oscar Freire, 1116 | (11) 3079-3415 | http://br.havaianas.com/pt-BR/stores/concept This is the concept store for the iconic Brazilian flip-slops, and worth a visit even if you have no intention of buying. They have every color of the rainbow, and are actually a great gift idea. And if you showed up with clunky shoes, then you can do worse than comfy Havainas!

São Paulo Gay Activities Frei Caneca | Rua Frei Caneca, 569 | (11)3472 2000 | http://www.freicanecashopping.com Frei Caneca is a street, a way of life and also the name of a shopping mall that doubles as a casual cruising spot. And you can multitask by visiting their dozens of shops for gifts for the folks back home. There are good bargains to be had.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Tordesilhas | Rua Bela Cintra, 465 | (11) 3107-7444 | http://www.tordesilhas.com/eng Although it's named after the treaty signed between Spain and Brazil, the menu is entirely Brazilian as is the delicious gay crowd that frequents it. It's not cheap, but many think it's the best place in the city for authentic Brazilian cuisine. Reservations are not mandatory, but strongly advised.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Consulado Mineiro | Praça Benedito Calixto, 74 | (11) 3088-6055 | http://www.consuladomineiro.com.br This restaurant serves up authentic northern Brazilian dishes, and is hopping with a very gay crowd on Saturday nights who are loading up before hitting the clubs. Avoid on Saturdays for lunch as it gets packed with shoppers from the antiques market. The portions are big, so come hungry!

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Tirreno's | Rua Frei Caneca, 649 | (11) 3151-4526 | http://www.tirrenos.com.br/freicaneca Tirreno's Grill is a perfect lunchtime spot, when their self-service buffet lets you pick and choose among their tasty salads and succulent grilled skewers of everything from meat to fruit. If you like fresh (young) meat, this is the place to go and check out the selection.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Piaf Bar & Bistro | Alameda Franca, 303 | (11) 3097 0880 | www.piafbarbistrot.com.br (doesn't work) This cute French place is where you want to take your guy for a romantic meal in the gayborhood, or to grab a quiet drink before heading out a-hunting. In fact, their drinks are starting to earn them quite the reputation.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Restaurante Spot | Alameda Min. Rocha Azevedo, 72 | (11) 3283-0946 | http://www.restaurantespot.com.br Impossibly hip, Spot is the place to see and be seen among the hoi polloi and pick at delectable treats from a light, almost California-inspired menu. If you miss the New York Chelsea scene, this is the place for you. It's a rare thing to find a super-trendy place with a friendly staff and great food, but Spot seems to have hit the trifecta in this regard.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Ritz | Alameda Franca, 1088 | (11) 3088-6808 | http://www.restauranteritz.com.br With wiener schnitzel, mushroom linguine and hamburgers on the menu, it's the most Brazilian place you'll ever eat but everything is delicious, and their Alameda Franca location couldn't be more gay-friendly. Everyone comes here, it seems, before heading out for the night. People watching is prime and that includes the young, hot wait staff.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants L'Open | Alameda Itu, 1466 | (11) 3060-9013 | http://www.lopen.com.br/ (doesn't work) The gay owner of this Italian restaurant has installed an art gallery on its second floor, so take some time to check it out after finishing your meal or to eavesdrop on the latest gayborhood gossip whispered by drag queens and models. Oh, and the food isn't bad, either authentic Italian dishes, from Venetian pasta to Neapolitan pizza.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Bella Paulista | Rua Haddock Lobo, 354 | (11) 3214-3347 | http://www.bellapaulista.com Bella Paulista is part store, part buffet, part cafeteria, and all delicious. And they deliver to the gayborhood, in case you don't feel like leaving your comfy bed (or bed partner). This isn't anything fancy, but it's quick, good, and always gay-friendly.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Obá Restaurante | Rua Melo Alves, 205 | (11) 3086-4774 | http://www.obarestaurante.com.br Obá serves up delicious Mexican-Brazilian-Thai-Italian fusion dishes in an atmosphere that is decidedly fabulous. It's quickly gaining foodie cred, so expect a mixed crowd. Also expect different menus and parties honoring the holidays of all the cultures they combine in their cuisine it can get a bit hectic on these nights, but it's great for a group. There's also a lounge for pre- or post-dinner drinks in a more tranquil setting.

São Paulo Gay Restaurants Vermont Itaim | Rua Pedroso Alvarenga, 1192 | (11) 3071-1320 | http://www.vermontitaim.com.br Later on in the night this becomes more of a bar than a restaurant, but it has decent food in a great, gay-friendly atmosphere. This is where you'll find the bear community during the weeks between Ursound parties. Grab a seat on the balcony for the best view of the action. Don't miss the all-girl samba band on Sundays.

São Paulo Gay Sauna Splash 720 | Rua Guaicurus, 720 | (11) 4329-0204 | http://splash720.com.br/sitenovo Jet lagged? Leaving The Week at some ungodly hour of the morning and need to freshen up? Or maybe you just plain want to get it on no matter the time. Well then, Splash 720, a sleek, high-end, 24-hour sauna, is for you. The main action happens in the heated pool/bar area, where forgiving lighting and a waterfall from the ceiling lends itself to cozy encounters. You must book a room or a locker; splurge on the room, and make it a double so you have some space.

São Paulo Gay Sauna Termas Fragata | Rua Francisco Leitão, 71| (11) 3085-7061 | http://www.termasfragata.com.br Fragata is in fact a sauna, with all that implies, including private rooms and suites. However, they're particularly proud of their stripper shows and other hosted events, so stick around for the talent! Sunday and Tuesday are the best days in terms of a decent crowd of eligible boy toys as well as local delicacies.

São Paulo Gay Sauna Chilli Pepper Hotel | Largo do Arouche, 610 | (11) 3331-3336 | http://www.hotelchillipepper.com.br The owner calls it a hotel, but everyone in Sao Paulo treats it like the sauna it is. Basically, Chilli Pepper is a 24/7 sauna with the option of a locker or a hotel room, available at six, 12, and 24-hour rates. The crowd changes depending on the day's/night's theme, but this popular place has something and someone for everyone.

São Paulo Gay Sauna Termas LAGOA | Rua Borges Lagoa, 287 | (11) 5573-9689 | http://www.thermaslagoa.com.br Some think it's gone downhill, while for others it's a beloved favorite; but sauna fans could easily spend all day, and most of the night, at LAGOA. In addition to the usual features Turkish baths, Finnish saunas, heated whirlpool and masseurs there are TV and video rooms, live shows, a full gym, and cabins and suites with A/C. You can even get a hair cut, and have a meal at the bar.