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Thailand–the land of smiles–is, at once, a rich cultural experience as well as a gay travel Mecca. With 90% of its population following the Buddhist philosophy, homosexuality is widely accepted without protest or judgment. Though an anything-goes policy is in order once the bedroom doors have been closed, visitors should inform themselves on the otherwise modest customs and traditions of this country’s fascinating people. Since some of these can be quite unique and unusual to the westerner, it is advised that one do a bit of research on the topic of gay vacations.
Visit Thailand to open your eyes to a truly unique and beautiful culture, without giving up any of the fun and excitement you may associate with more traditional vacation destinations. From the northern mountains, to the glorious southern beaches, Thailand is a natural gem, a real life diamond in the rough, just waiting to be discovered. Whether your pleasure is history, culture, ecotourism, or simply relaxation and indulgence, you will find what you are seeking in the country of the Thai.
A visit to Thailand can be as relaxed or as active as the traveler chooses it to be. Most gay tours are geared toward the ever popular nightlife scene. Go-go clubs, boy bars and sexy discos have been popping up at an increasing rate over the past few years in larger cities such as Bangkok, Chiangmai and Phuket, making these the ultimate destinations for the sexually adventurous traveler. On the other hand, gay vacations to quieter and more traditional regions like Koh Samui offer visitors a peek into the true, laid-back Thai island experience. Here, the crystal clear waters and magnificent rock formations are the main day-time attractions. But don’t be fooled; the nightlife, though less common than in the larger cities, is still widely available and not to be missed.
Some other ideas for a gay trips destination in this fascinating country would include; catching one of the drag performances offered in the larger cities (Calypso in the Bangkok Asia Hotel is considered one of the best), a visit to one of the many Buddhist temples (remember to dress appropriately), joining one of the gay tours which take you to camp out in the hills with tribal villagers or to the rainforest where you’ll sleep in a floating bamboo hut.
Chiangmai is the second largest city in Thailand, has a rich history, and contains more than 300 temples. The Buddhist monastery of Doi Suthep can be found looking down on the city, reached by a long mountain road. Outside of Chiangmai, there are numerous gardens (there are over 1000 varieties of orchids here), waterfalls, and hidden caves. Like Bangkok, Chiangmai has a thriving gay population, and nightlife is diverse, with go-go bars, clubs, and cabaret.
Thailand and its people are full of surprises. The phrase Mai pen rai, or its nothing/no worries/it’s cool tells all about the country and its inhabitants. Gay people are more than accepted by the general Thai population, making gay tours very appealing.
Article about Thailand generated by Howie Holben. Spirit Journeys offers information on gay destinations and gay tantra.
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