Fort Lauderdale continues to welcome people of all genders, shapes, and preferences to savor the winter sun in a no-frills, casual beach town. New posh options notwithstanding, Fort Lauderdale contrasts the gimmicks and grandeur of South Beach, attracting an older and often working class demographic, shunning the judgment, the drama, and the trends of neo-gay life. The city embraces the gay sub-cultures that have evolved within our society, with vast nightlife options for all whims and flavors. Time and time again, Fort Lauderdale delivers as one of the world’s foremost gay destinations – a global meeting point for fierce tans, cheap drinks, fabulous food, easy sex, a sense of community and a splash of culture.