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The European Union is calling for action to counter discrimination and violence against homosexuals after a major survey revealed many gays are living in fear across the 27-nation bloc.

Berlin is Germany’s gourmet capital, with the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the country. The 2013 Michelin Guide awarded twelve Berlin restaurants with the prestigious stars, including four two-star establishments.

The "route des Grands Crus" is the "Champs-Elysees" of Burgundy, home to some of France’s most famous vineyards. Located approximately 20 miles from Dijon, the Cote de Nuits wine region is 90 minutes by train from Paris - perfect for a weekend getaway.

A report shows that gay Europeans spend up to $65 billion (€50 billion or £41 billion) each year on tourism, roughly the same as the USA although Europe’s population is nearly three times as large.

A youthful city with numerous schools of higher learning, Nancy is home to more than 45,000 students; 90 minutes from Paris by high-speed train), the northeastern French city in the Lorraine makes for a perfect weekend getaway.

Online voting has opened for the delegates of Mr. Gay Europe 2012 that takes place in Gay Village, Rome, 7th - 12th August 2012. For the seventh time, this annual competition aspires to find a role model for Europe’s young gays.

Officials from the European Commission recently announced that it would no longer accept anti-gay countries as members to the European Union.

An exemplary showcase for urban planning, livability, and architecture, Hamburg’s new HafenCity (Harbor City) district continues to expand in size and significance.

The exhibition "Princess Grace: More Than an Image" arose from a proposal by Pringle of Scotland and includes research into H.S.H. Princess Grace of Monaco’s personal wardrobe, with a special focus on the knitwear she wore throughout her career.

Despite receiving criticism from human rights groups, Hungary’s officials recently passed a law that promotes the "traditional family" and can threaten the country’s gay rights.