Washington, DC is well-known as the capital of the United States, but some people might be surprised to learn that the rainbow flag is flown throughout the city nearly as much as the 'ole Stars and Stripes. According to an analysis by researchers at the Williams Institute at the UCLA School of Law, 9.8 percent of the entire population of DC identify themselves as part of the LGBTQ community — making it among one of the gayest cities in the country. Much of what makes DC an attractive destination for members of the LGBTQ community to call home also makes it an ideal getaway for LGBTQ travelers. So we asked a few of those residents and business owners to share some of their insights on what makes DC special. ?️?️‍??? (?️: Troy Petenbrink / @thegaytravele / ?: Kogod Courtyard, National Portrait Gallery / washington.org / #sponsored @destinationdc)

Washington, DC is well-known as the capital of the United States, but some people might be surprised to learn that the rainbow flag is flown throughout the city nearly as much as the 'ole Stars and Stripes. According to an analysis by researchers at the Williams Institute at the UCLA School of Law, 9.8 percent of the entire population of DC identify themselves as part of the LGBTQ community — making it among one of the gayest cities in the country. Much of what makes DC an attractive destination for members of the LGBTQ community to call home also makes it an ideal getaway for LGBTQ travelers. So we asked a few of those residents and business owners to share some of their insights on what makes DC special. ?️?️‍??? (?️: Troy Petenbrink / @thegaytravele / ?: Kogod Courtyard, National Portrait Gallery / washington.org / #sponsored @destinationdc)