Even without the magnificent Angkor Wat, Cambodia makes for an amazing travel destination in its own right. The same goes for its mesmerizing capital Phnom Penh on the banks of the mighty Mekong River. The sprawling city is ground zero for ancient history, natural wonders, and a bevy of exotic and opulent architecture. Complementing that…
There’s no place like Thailand to indulge in one’s guilty pleasures, and Phuket is one of the top destinations for hedonistic fun in the country. Home to fabulous beaches, a whole lot of fun activities, Phuket is home to one of Thailand’s liveliest gay scenes and is a top destination for LGBTQ travelers. There are innumerable…
Sensational Seminyak seems like an island destination of its own, despite overlooking the Bali Sea just north of Kuta. Whether it’s world-class shopping or dining at superb restaurants, the town presents you with scores of opportunities. Seminyak also happens to be the gay hub of Bali, which itself is quite a welcoming island towards LGBTQ…
When you hear of Siem Reap, the first thing that comes to mind is Angkor Wat. The former dingy town is the epicenter of chic Cambodia today and is an emerging gay hotspot. Surprised? The tolerant Buddhist culture helped the foreigner-led gay scene thrive. Did you know also know that traditional Khmer culture recognizes non-binary…
Tranquil, yet trendy, the capital of Taiwan, Taipei is an alluring blend of Chinese, Southeast Asian, Japanese, and American cultures. This 300-year-old city is akin to a living museum; think Japanese-era mansions, Taoist temples, and delectable fusion cuisine. However, you’ll be most surprised to know that Taipei, staid as it might seem, is one of…
Tel Aviv is often jokingly referred to as a ‘straight-friendly’ city because of the high population of gay people that live here. With an estimated 25% of the city’s population identifying themselves as gay, it is no wonder that the city was once touted as the gay capital of the world. Tel Aviv’s gay scene…
The capital of Japan is home to one of Asia’s biggest LGBT communities. So it’s hardly any surprise that there are plenty of gay hotels in Tokyo. Many are within easy reach of Shinjuku Ni-Chome, arguably the most popular Tokyo gay district. Lively enough by day, it’s more exuberant at night when the clubs and…
Summing up Ubud’s utterly dreamy charm in a few words is futile. After all, it’s the lushest spot, and the cultural heartland of Bali, the Island of the Gods. The paradisiacal Ubud is a heady mixture of mesmerizing temples, verdant rice terraces, and lip-smacking local cuisine. Ubud, and Bali in general, is also a playground…
Bangkok, the capital of Thailand is every tourists’ paradise for its contrasting experiences. On one hand, you get to see the city’s vibrant nightlife while on the other hand, you experience spirituality at the monasteries and Buddhist temples. Teeming with some of the best restaurants and hotels, Bangkok boasts of many highrise hotels with a…
As the national capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur attracts millions of visitors every year. One of them is you. Or perhaps you’re a first-timer. Regardless, there’s no doubt that this city is one of the must-visit places in Southeast Asia. You’ll be pampered by culinary and cultural activities in this city. And there’s no…
When you think of Singapore hotels with rooftop pools, chances are your mind will take you straight to Marina Bay Sands. The grand design and amazing views from there are just stunning. But did you know that there are other Singapore hotels with rooftop pools? And they are as stunning, as amazing! Better yet, they…
Though this city has had a recently troubled past, the Lebanese capital, once known as the Paris of the East, is busy reinventing itself again. Beirut, the only true cosmopolitan city in Lebanon, is a great place to start if you’re traveling to the Middle East for the first time, as the city symbolizes the crossroads…
Dharamsala is a special place in India. It is where the Dalai Lama calls home after fleeing from Tibet. There are Tibetan people that settled here on the upper part of Dharamsala, also known as McLeod Ganj. On the lower part, it is mainly Indian people. With such diversity, there is much to see here.…
There’s a good reason El Nido, Palawan is called the last marine frontier in the Philippines. It does not only have over 50 beaches, public and secluded, but it also is home to captivating beaches, majestic waterfalls, prehistoric caves, and picturesque landscapes. El Nido is the best place for any beach-loving person. If you are…
One of India‘s most popular travel destinations is the ‘Pink City,’ Jaipur, a new entrant into the UNESCO World Heritage List. Jaipur is an intriguing mix of grand historical palaces staring down in consternation at chaotic streets where camels amble amongst cycle rickshaws and motorcycles. Jaipur, roughly a 5-hour drive southwest of New Delhi, is…
Moscow, a truly iconic global city, is one of the world’s most intriguing destinations. It is the capital of Russia, located in the far west of the country on the river Moskva. With such beautiful architecture created over several centuries, a wide range of entertainments and cultural hot spots, Moscow is one of the most…
It’s easy to understand why Cambodia‘s most populous city and capital, Phnom Penh was once referred to as the ‘Pearl of Asia.’ As a French colony in the latter half of the 19th century, the riverside village was transformed into the beautiful capital city that earned it the nickname, but the wars and revolution of…
Tokyo is the capital and largest city in Japan with over 13 million people and it is the center of Japanese culture, finance, and government. Tokyo is a vast city with a marvelous mix of modern living and old-fashioned manners, slick high-tech gadgets and cutesy cartoon mascots. Experience one of the world’s largest cities, home…
One of the oldest cities in China and the oldest of the Four Great Ancient capitals of this ancient civilization is Xi’an, also known as Sian. Xi’an was where the Silk Road began and so the city was once a hotbed of activity and a melting point of cultures. However, although the city’s importance on…
The naturally beautiful land of Afghanistan has been embattled by invasions and conflict throughout its history. From Alexander the Great to the Mauryas, Mughals and more recently British, Soviets and Americans, the country has continuously been besieged by military campaigns. However, the civil war that followed the Soviet withdrawal has pushed the development of the…
Almaty is one of the most spectacular cities in Kazakhstan in Central Asia. This city is also considered one of the most developed cosmopolitans of the country as it has a lot of offerings for the locals here. Apart from the locals, tourists and visitors are also going to have a great time in the…
Along the southernmost tip of the country of Jordan lie an exquisite and the country’s one and only coastal city, Aqaba. This happens to be a very important coastal city because of its strategic location between Asia and Africa. Aqaba has always been helpful to other countries with their trades, itself being such an important…
Settled in the central part of Asia near the Caspian Sea lies an arid land that goes by the name Turkmenistan. Ashgabat is situated towards the southern part of this country bordered by the Karakum Desert on one side and the Kopet Dag mountain range on the other side. This city reeks of grandiosity and…
Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan, spans the banks of the Ishim River in the north of the country. The city became the capital of Kazakhstan in 1997 and has since metamorphosed into one of the most modernized cities in Central Asia with many futuristic buildings. The well-planned capital city which was designed by Japanese…