FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™: The Ultimate LGBTQ Women's Guide to All 8 Host Cities

For the first time ever, the FIFA Women's World Cup™ is coming to South America. From June 24 to July 25, 2027, Brazil will host the tenth edition of the tournament across eight cities and eight stadiums, and for LGBTQ women, it might be the single best excuse to visit Brazil that will ever exist. Thirty-two teams, one of the most naturally queer-friendly countries on the planet, and five weeks of a nation that knows how to throw the best parties on Earth. This is a once-in-a-generation trip, and we want to help you build it.

Why Brazil Is the Perfect Backdrop for This Moment

Brazil isn't just hosting a soccer tournament. It's hosting a celebration, and queer women have known for decades that Brazil throws the best ones. This is the country of São Paulo Pride, one of the largest Pride gatherings in the world. It's the country of Ipanema's rainbow-flagged Farme de Amoedo street, of Salvador's Carnival blocos built by and for the LGBTQ community, of a culture where affection, dancing, and joy are simply the national language.

Brazil legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in 2013, and its major cities have thriving, visible queer scenes with dedicated bars, beach spots, and events that run year-round, not just during Pride season. Add in a summer-long international sporting event with millions of fans, players, and allies pouring into the country, and you get five weeks of the kind of energy that doesn't come around twice.

For LGBTQ women specifically, this tournament is historic in its own right: women's soccer has long been a space where queer athletes and queer fans are visible, celebrated, and unapologetically themselves. Watching the world's best women footballers compete, in a country built for celebration, surrounded by a community of women who get it, that's not just a vacation. That's a memory you'll be telling stories about for the rest of your life.

Why We're Planning This Trip

Here's something we've learned over the past few months: this community loves sports travel. After the overwhelming response to our Chicago WNBA All-Star Weekend trip, women started asking us for the next one before we'd even finished planning that one, and Brazil 2027 was the name that came up again and again.

So we're doing it. We're building an LGBTQ women's group experience around the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™, and we're doing it around what our community actually wants, which is exactly why your input matters before anything else.

If attending one of the biggest sporting events in the world is on your bucket list, we want to hear from you. Women who complete our interest survey get first access to rooms and travel packages before they're released publicly, meaning you get to shape this trip, and claim your spot, before the general public even knows it exists.

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‍Meet the 8 Host Cities

Brazil's host cities were chosen specifically because they reflect the full diversity of the country, from the beaches of the Northeast to the cosmopolitan south. Here's what makes each one worth building your 2027 trip around.

São Paulo - Arena Itaquera

Brazil's largest city is also home to the largest Pride parade on Earth, drawing millions of people to Avenida Paulista every June. São Paulo is Brazil at its most cosmopolitan: world-class restaurants, a nightlife scene that rivals any global capital, and an LGBTQ community so established it has its own dedicated neighborhood, Frei Caneca Street, packed with queer bars, clubs, and shops. If you want proof that Brazil takes queer culture seriously, São Paulo is the proof. Expect electric match-day energy at Arena Itaquera and an after-party scene that never seems to end.

Rio de Janeiro - Estádio do Maracanã

There may be no more iconic place on the planet to watch a soccer match than the Maracanã, the stadium that hosted the 1950 World Cup final and remains the beating heart of Brazilian football. Rio is where Copacabana and Ipanema meet queer beach culture head-on: Farme de Amoedo, the "gay block" of Ipanema Beach, has been a lesbian and gay gathering spot for generations. Between matches, you'll have Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and a nightlife scene in Lapa that goes until sunrise. Rio isn't just a host city, it's the postcard image of this entire trip.

Salvador - Arena Fonte Nova

If Brazil has a soul, it lives in Salvador. As the heart of Afro-Brazilian culture, Salvador brings a rhythm and warmth found nowhere else in the country, capoeira in the streets of Pelourinho, live music on every corner, and a color and energy that Carnival season only hints at. Salvador's queer scene is deeply woven into its music and arts culture, with LGBTQ-friendly blocos and bars throughout the historic center. This is the city for women who want their World Cup trip to feel like a cultural immersion, not just a tournament stop.

Fortaleza - Arena Castelão

For the beach-and-sunshine crowd, Fortaleza is the dream. This Northeastern coastal city is known for its dramatic sand dunes, warm turquoise water, and a laid-back pace that makes it the perfect place to unwind between matches. Fortaleza's queer nightlife centers around the Beira Mar beachfront and Praia de Iracema, where beach bars and clubs draw a mixed, welcoming crowd well into the night. If your ideal World Cup trip includes recovery days with your toes in the sand, build them here.

Brasília - Estádio Nacional

Brazil's modernist capital is unlike anywhere else in the country, a city of sweeping architecture, UNESCO-listed design, and wide-open civic spaces, all centered around the striking, saucer-shaped Estádio Nacional. Brasília offers a different rhythm than the beach cities: museums, architecture tours, and a slower, more reflective pace. It's a compelling stop for travelers who want to pair football with a genuine sense of Brazil's history and identity as a nation.

Recife - Arena de Pernambuco

Recife and its historic sister city Olinda are the beating heart of frevo music and some of the most joyful street Carnival celebrations in the country. Known as the "Venice of Brazil" for its rivers and bridges, Recife blends colonial architecture with a genuinely warm, welcoming local culture. Its queer scene is smaller than São Paulo's or Rio's, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in the kind of easy, unfiltered hospitality that makes solo and group travelers alike feel instantly at home.

Porto Alegre - Estádio Beira-Rio

Down in Brazil's progressive, temperate south, Porto Alegre offers a completely different flavor of Brazilian life, closer in spirit to neighboring Argentina and Uruguay, with a strong coffee culture, regional wine country nearby, and cooler weather that's a welcome contrast to the tropical north. Porto Alegre has a long-standing, community-driven LGBTQ scene and a reputation as one of the more socially progressive cities in Brazil, making it a comfortable, easygoing stop on a multi-city itinerary.

Belo Horizonte - Estádio Mineirão

"BH," as locals call it, is a food-and-culture lover's city, famous for its bar scene (it has more bars per capita than any other Brazilian city) and its proximity to the stunning colonial hill towns of Minas Gerais, like Ouro Preto. The Mineirão itself is one of Brazil's most storied stadiums. Belo Horizonte's queer nightlife is concentrated around the Savassi neighborhood, giving travelers an authentic, less touristy slice of Brazilian city life alongside the soccer.

Why LGBTQ Women Travel to Moments Like This Together

A trip built around a global tournament is thrilling, and it's also a lot to navigate alone: match tickets, city-to-city logistics, language, safety in unfamiliar crowds, and simply having someone to celebrate the goals with. That's exactly why women choose to travel with us instead of traveling on their own.

Group travel for a moment like the 2027 World Cup means:

-       A built-in community of queer women watching history happen together

-       Local expertise on which host cities, matches, and neighborhoods to prioritize

-       Safety in numbers navigating a country and a tournament at this scale

-       Shared logistics with someone else handling the moving pieces across multiple host cities

-       No explaining, no code-switching, just celebration, with your people, every step of the way

Safety & Practical Information

Brazil's major cities are seasoned hosts of huge international events, this isn't a country's first World Cup, or its first Pride. Still, smart travel matters:

-       Stick to well-trafficked tourist and match-day zones, especially at night

-       Use registered taxis, Uber, or official tournament transport between venues

-       Keep valuables secure in crowded stadiums and street celebrations

-       Brazil is a large country, flights or long-distance buses connect the host cities, so plan travel days between matches

-       Portuguese is the local language; English is common in tourist areas but a few key phrases go a long way

-       Brazil's winter (June–July) means the South (Porto Alegre) can be genuinely cool, while the North (Fortaleza, Recife, Salvador) stays warm, so pack accordingly, city by city

The advantage of traveling this with a group: someone else has already mapped the safest neighborhoods, the smartest transit routes between host cities, and the best local recommendations, so you can focus on the soccer and the friendships.

What to Pack for a Multi-City World Cup Trip

For Match Days:

-       Team colors, jerseys, or rainbow gear: Brazil loves a fan who shows up loud

-       Comfortable shoes for long stadium walks and standing sections

-       A small crossbody bag (most stadiums have strict bag policies)

-       Portable phone charger and offline maps downloaded in advance

For the Beach Cities (Rio, Fortaleza, Recife, Salvador):

-       Swimsuits, sunscreen, and a beach cover-up

-       Light, breathable clothing for tropical heat and humidity

For the Southern & Capital Cities (Porto Alegre, Brasília, Belo Horizonte):

-       A light jacket: Brazilian winter is real, especially in the south

-       Layers you can adjust between daytime touring and cooler evenings

Don't Forget:

-       Passport (valid well beyond your travel dates)

-       U.S. citizens need an eVisa to enter Brazil for tourism

-       Match tickets and confirmation documents

-       Portuguese phrase basics

-       An open mind and your dancing shoes

Help Us Design Your Perfect Brazil 2027 Experience

Here's the truth: with eight host cities and five weeks of football, there's no single "right" way to experience the World Cup in Brazil. Some women want one unforgettable host city and weeks by the beach. Others want to chase their team across the country, match after match. Some want the Pride-level party energy of São Paulo or Rio; others want the slower, cultural pace of Brasília or Belo Horizonte. 

Tell us what your dream FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027 trip looks like, and we'll use it to design an unforgettable, LGBTQ women's group journey around it: the matches, the cities, the community, and the celebration, all in one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027? The tournament runs from June 24 to July 25, 2027, the tenth edition of the FIFA Women's World Cup, and the first ever held in South America.

Which cities are hosting matches? Eight cities across Brazil: Belo Horizonte (Estádio Mineirão), Brasília (Estádio Nacional), Fortaleza (Arena Castelão), Porto Alegre (Estádio Beira-Rio), Recife (Arena de Pernambuco), Rio de Janeiro (Estádio do Maracanã), Salvador (Arena Fonte Nova), and São Paulo (Arena Itaquera). 

Is Brazil safe for LGBTQ women travelers? Brazil's major cities have large, visible, well-established LGBTQ communities, and same-sex marriage has been legal nationwide since 2013. As with any big international event, we recommend the same smart-travel habits you'd use anywhere, and traveling with a group makes it even easier.

Do I need to pick just one host city? Not at all. Many travelers combine two or three host cities into one trip, for example, pairing beach time in Rio or Fortaleza with the nightlife of São Paulo. Tell us your priorities on the interest form and we'll help you map it out.

Do I need to speak Portuguese? Not necessarily. English is common in tourist and match-day areas, but a few Portuguese phrases will take you far and are always appreciated by locals.

How do I get involved before tickets and travel details are finalized? Fill out our Brazil 2027 interest form. It helps us understand which cities, dates, and experiences matter most to you, so we can design the trip around real demand instead of guessing.

Will this be a group trip like your other Ladies Touch experiences? Yes, built the same way we build every trip: with community, safety, and unforgettable shared moments at the center of it.

History Is Coming to Brazil. Be There With Your People.

Eight cities. Five weeks. The best women's soccer players on the planet, in a country that knows how to celebrate like nowhere else on Earth.‍ ‍

‍The FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™ isn't just a tournament, it's a once-in-a-generation reason to bring queer women together on Brazilian soil, in the stands and in the streets, cheering for the same goals.‍‍ ‍

Help us build it with you. ‍‍ ‍

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Costa Rica 2027: An LGBTQ Women's Guide to Pura Vida, Beaches & Belonging

Picture this: You're floating in an infinity pool at an adults-only resort in Guanacaste, rainforest on one side and Pacific sunset on the other, surrounded by queer women who all said yes to the same thing you did, a week of being pampered, reconnecting with yourself, and making memories with people who feel like your best friends by day two. Somewhere nearby, a catamaran is waiting. Somewhere else, karaoke night is about to get loud. This is Costa Rica, July 2027, your summer trip with the friends you haven't met yet.

Why Costa Rica Should Be Your Next LGBTQ Women's Getaway

Costa Rica made history in 2020 as the first country in Central America to legalize same-sex marriage, and that milestone reflects something deeper about the country's culture: a national identity built around pura vida, "pure life", a philosophy of presence, gratitude, and ease that extends naturally to how the country treats its visitors, regardless of who they love.

This isn't a trip built around a party scene. It's built around something queer women often crave just as much: permission to exhale. Think spa mornings, poolside pampering, and slow, sun-soaked afternoons, the kind of relaxation that actually sticks with you after you're home. Costa Rica consistently ranks among the safest and most progressive destinations in Latin America, with rainforests, volcanoes, and some of the most stunning coastline in the hemisphere. It's less about proving a point and more about disappearing into hammocks, hot springs, and horizon views with women who get it.

What Makes This Trip Different for LGBTQ Women

Most travelers experience Costa Rica through a general tourism lens: surf towns, eco-lodges, solo backpacking. This trip is different because it's built exclusively for LGBTQ+ women, which means every detail, the resort, the excursions, the pacing, is designed around connection first.

Think of it like a summer trip with a big group of friends, except you get to meet those friends when you arrive. From the Welcome Garden Mixer on day one to spa time, karaoke nights, and a catamaran cruise, every activity is built to bring the group closer together and give you real, lasting memories, not just an itinerary to check off. You're simply among your people, free to be as social or as quietly recharging as you need to be.

Your Home Base: Secrets Papagayo, Guanacaste

For the Guanacaste portion of this trip, the group stays at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica, an adults-only, all-inclusive resort tucked on a black volcanic sand beach on the Papagayo Peninsula, with the Pacific on one side and tropical mountain forest on the other.

This is where relaxation and pampering really come to life. Under the resort's Unlimited-Luxury® model, everything is included, no wristbands, no upcharges, from ocean-view pools to round-the-clock room and concierge service. A few highlights that make it the perfect setting for this kind of trip:

• Secrets Spa: a full-service spa with massages, body and facial treatments, hydrotherapy, a steam room and sauna, and a salon, open daily for whenever the group needs to slow down and recharge

• Two ocean view pools with all-day poolside and beach service, made for long, unhurried afternoons together

• Seven dining experiences and five bars, including premium drinks and international cuisine, all included

• Nightly entertainment and theme nights, including karaoke, designed to bring the group together after the sun goes down

• 202 rooms and suites set into the hillside, with garden or ocean views, plus upgraded Preferred Club options for those who want an extra-elevated stay

It's the kind of resort built for exactly what this trip is about: rest, connection, and time together without a single logistic to think about.

The Complete Costa Rica 2027 Itinerary

Guanacaste: Secrets Papagayo (Adults-Only, All-Inclusive)

Day 1 - July 7: Arrivals & Welcome Garden Mixer

Touch down in Guanacaste and ease into island time. Meet your Ladies Touch Travel Fam at the Welcome Garden Mixer, the first of many moments this week built purely for connection, and the perfect low-pressure way to put faces to names before the week unfolds.

Day 2 - July 8: Wellness & Recharge / Evening Game Night

A day designed to pamper you, think spa time, quiet pool hours, and slow mornings where the only agenda is feeling good. Then the evening turns social with a playful, laughter-filled Game Night, the kind of easy bonding that turns strangers into friends fast.

Day 3 - July 9: Pura Vida Poolside Vibes / Evening Karaoke Party

Soak up the resort's pools and Pacific views by day, then let loose at an evening Karaoke Party, the kind of night built for connection over anything else. Fair warning: this is where lifelong inside jokes (and a few surprisingly strong vocal performances) get born.

Day 4 - July 10: Beachside Bliss / Catamaran Cruise

A full day on and near the water, capped off with a catamaran cruise along the Guanacaste coastline, with golden hour, ocean breeze, and your favorite people on deck. This is the kind of afternoon that becomes the photo you show everyone back home.

Day 5 - July 11: Farewell Beach Party

The group's last full day together at Secrets Papagayo goes out in style with a beachfront farewell celebration.

Day 6 - July 12: Departures / or Onward to Arenal

Time to head home, or extend your Costa Rica story with the Arenal/La Fortuna add-on.

What's Included

This is a fully hosted, all-inclusive experience:

• Airport transfers

• All group events and activities

• All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner where noted)

• All beverages, including adult beverages, at the all-inclusive Guanacaste resort

• 24/7 support from the Ladies Touch Travel team

Optional Extension: Arenal & La Fortuna (Add-on)

Day 6 - July 12: Transfer to Arenal / Hot Springs Social / Welcome Dinner

Trade beach for volcano views as the group transfers inland to La Fortuna, unwinding that evening in the region's famous hot springs before a Welcome Dinner.

Day 7 - July 13: Full Day Arenal Tour

A guided day exploring the Arenal Volcano region, rainforest, waterfalls, and the kind of scenery that ends up as everyone's new phone wallpaper.

Day 8 - July 14: Farewell Dinner One last celebratory meal together before saying (temporary) goodbyes.

Day 9 - July 15: Departures

Please note: the Arenal extension and full-day tour (available as add-ons), travel insurance, international flights, and gratuities are not included.

Safety & Practical Information for LGBTQ Women Travelers

Costa Rica is widely regarded as one of the safest countries in Latin America for LGBTQ travelers, with legal protections that include marriage equality and anti-discrimination measures. Still, smart travel habits apply anywhere:

• Fly into Liberia Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR): the closest airport to Guanacaste. Check-in at the resort is 3:00 PM, so plan flight times accordingly, especially arrival day.

• Extending to Arenal? Book your return flight to depart LIR after 3:00 PM on July 15, since the group travels back from Arenal to Guanacaste that day.

• Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Costa Rica trips, like all international travel, come with the usual unpredictability, and insurance protects your investment. Cancel For Any Reason coverage must be purchased within two weeks of your first deposit to apply.

• Traveling solo or want your own space? Book a Solo (Single Occupancy) room. Open to sharing? Book Shared (Double Occupancy), note that roommate matching is offered but not guaranteed.

• Keep valuables secured during excursions and always stay with the group during transfers and off-resort activities.

What to Pack for Costa Rica

For the Resort & Pool Days:

• Swimsuits (you'll want more than one)

• Lightweight cover-ups

• Reef-safe sunscreen

• Sandals or slides

For Excursions:

• Comfortable closed-toe shoes for the Arenal tour

• A light rain jacket (rainforest weather changes fast)

• A swimsuit for the hot springs

• A dry bag or ziplock for the catamaran cruise

For Evenings:

• Something fun for Karaoke Night

• A breezy outfit for the Farewell Beach Party

• A light layer for cooler Arenal evenings

Don't Forget:

• Valid passport (US travelers do need one for Costa Rica, unlike Puerto Rico)

• Travel insurance documentation

• Any prescription medications

• A portable phone charger for long excursion days

Why LGBTQ Women Choose Group Travel for Trips Like This

Most of the women who travel with Ladies Touch come solo, and that's exactly the point. Group travel removes the two biggest barriers to a trip like this: cost and courage and replaces them with something better: real connection.

• Built-in community means you're never sitting alone at dinner, and every activity, like  spa time, karaoke, and the catamaran cruise, becomes a shared memory instead of a solo experience

• A true recharge with the logistics handled, you get to actually relax instead of managing an itinerary

• Shared accommodation makes an all-inclusive, pampering resort experience more affordable

• No explaining required: everyone in the group already gets it

It's the closest thing to a summer trip with your best friends, except this group of friends is waiting to meet you. 

Join Us: Costa Rica 2027

Ready to trade your notifications for hot springs, spa time, and a group of women who feel like home before day one is even over? This is your invitation to relax, reconnect, and make the kind of memories that only happen on a trip like this.

Costa Rica 2027 includes:

• 6 days / 5 nights at Secrets Papagayo, Guanacaste (all-inclusive)

• Welcome Garden Mixer, Game Night, Karaoke Party, Catamaran Cruise, and Farewell Beach Party

• Airport transfers, all meals, and all beverages

• 24/7 support from the Ladies Touch Travel team

Add-on: Optional 3-night Arenal & La Fortuna extension with hot springs and a full-day volcano tour

Spots are limited, and solo rooms tend to go first, so don't wait to lock in your place!

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Questions before you book? Reach out to our team we're happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Costa Rica safe for LGBTQ women? Yes. Costa Rica became the first Central American country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2020 and is broadly considered one of the safest, most progressive destinations in the region for LGBTQ travelers.

Do I need a passport for Costa Rica? Yes, unlike Puerto Rico, Costa Rica is an independent country, so a valid passport is required for US travelers.

Can I travel solo and still have a great trip? Absolutely. Most Ladies Touch travelers come solo. Book a Solo (Single Occupancy) room, or opt for Shared (Double Occupancy) with roommate matching possible (not guaranteed).

Is the resort really all-inclusive? Yes, Secrets Papagayo is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort, so meals and beverages (including alcohol) are covered throughout your stay in Guanacaste.

Should I do the Arenal extension? If volcano views, hot springs, and rainforest adventure sound appealing, yes, it's the perfect complement to beach time in Guanacaste and turns the trip into a fuller Costa Rica experience.

What's the cancellation policy? Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Cancellations made between October 7, 2026 and January 6, 2027 receive credit toward a future trip only (no refunds). No refunds, credits, or transfers apply to cancellations made after January 7, 2027. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

When should I book my flights? Fly into Liberia (LIR) July 7. Resort check-in is 3:00 PM, so plan arrival accordingly. If extending to Arenal, schedule your departure flight after 3:00 PM on July 15, since the group transfers back to Guanacaste that day.

Relax, Reconnect, Remember: Your Pura Vida Moment Is Waiting

This is more than a beach vacation, it's a week of spa mornings, catamaran sunsets, karaoke nights, and a community that already feels like home. Come for the rest and pampering. Stay for the friendships and memories you'll be talking about long after you're back.

Join us in Costa Rica, July 2027, and experience pura vida the way it's meant to be lived: surrounded by women who get it, without a single thing to prove.

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Ladies Touch Events & Travel has been curating unforgettable LGBTQ women’s group travel experiences since 2016. Our thoughtfully designed journeys span destinations around the world, bringing together adventure, culture, and community in safe and inclusive spaces where queer women can explore freely and celebrate authentically.