Where the heck is Paradise? Read on and we'll tell you as the awesome gay company Everything To Sea put together another EPIC naked villa experience… Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Everything To Sea. As always, all opinions are our own. Ever dreamt of letting it all hang out…in paradise? Well, pack your sunscreen and your birthday suit because we’ve got the ultimate getaway for you – The Naked Paradise Villa in Bali! Picture this: three pools, outdoor living rooms galore, and a dozen guest rooms with ocean views that’ll make your jaw drop (just like your clothes). This isn't just a vi ..read more

Read all about our gay travel book, ‘Out in the World' (published May 2024): what it contains, and how you can order your very own copy. We published our very own gay travel book! After years of planning and writing, our rainbow holographic book, ‘Out in the World' was published in May 2024, and we couldn't be more proud! Out in the World celebrates 10 years of publishing content that we hope inspires LGBTQ travelers while also helping them plan a fun and safe trip. Heads up: We just wanted to let you know that this post contains affiliate links. That means if you book something through one ..read more

This is Seby's account of what it was like trekking in the Himalayas in Nepal during our Annapurna Trek to Thorong La Pass, which is at an altitude of 17,769 feet (5,416 meters)! “Nepal is like a drug for trekkers! Trust me, boys, after your first Himalayan adventure, you’ll be racing to your laptop to book your next trip!” That’s what our Japanese friend told us in the taxi we shared from Kathmandu airport. This was his 13th visit! With the world's tallest mountain, Everest, and around 75% of its landscape adorned with dramatic mountains, Nepal offers a treasure trove of exploration that co ..read more

This article is dedicated to Stefan's journey to visit all 197 countries in the world with a live update of the latest place he's visited. Eurovision geek. Currency collector. Hobbies from a young age that turned me into a travel nerd! It all started when I was collecting stamps as a child. I would greedily harvest stamps off envelopes that friends and family would send me. Throughout the years, I connected with hundreds of fellow stamp collectors worldwide, learning about their countries and cultures. That's where my passion for travel started. If I couldn't sound any more nerdy, I confess ..read more

This is the story of how I planned The Perfect Proposal and asked Seby to marry me in Cartagena during our big trip to Colombia. Seby always boasted to our friends that he would be the one to propose. Yet, with every year that passed us by…nothing! Each time he took me to a romantic restaurant for a special occasion – our anniversary, my birthday, Valentine’s Day – I wondered deep down, “Could this be THE moment?” But each time, my hopes were dashed, and nothing happened! So, after 8 wonderful years together I decided to take matters into my own hands. Our journey led us to Cartagena in May ..read more

Our detailed guide to some of the best gay restaurants in Bangkok to check out the delicious food that Thailand is so famous for! Eating out in Thailand is always a treat. Pick any street food market and you're in for a treat. Opt for something more upscale and you're also in luck. Never a bad meal was had by us in our many trips to Thailand – and we've been going every year consistently since 2012 (the COVID years not included!). The Thai traditional food is one of our favorite cuisines in the world. For us, our trip to Thailand is not official until we've tucked into our Pad Thai at the aw ..read more

Dive into Lisbon's gay scene with us, as we spill the tea on the best gay hotspots and share savvy tips for an unforgettable adventure in the City of Seven Hills Lisbon is a lot of fun. It's totally underrated – a hidden gay gem in Europe. Not only does Lisbon have a fun gay scene, the city is a joy to explore, beautiful beaches surround it, and not once did we ever have a bad meal here. It's also inexpensive. The Portuguese capital is begging to dominate your Insta feed. It's a hilly city with pretty tight cobblestone streets, buildings that date back hundreds of years, and trust us: you've ..read more

Our friend Sebo from Johannesburg tells us about gay life in South Africa and what it's like growing up gay there. The more content we've been publishing on our website about gay friendly places in the world, the more we notice the sad reality that Africa and the Middle East just ain't our best friend. These parts of the world harbor some of the most dangerous places in the world for LGBTQ travelers. South Africa is the big shining exception! In a continent with some of the scariest anti-gay laws you can imagine (here's looking at you Uganda, Libya, Nigeria, Sudan…), South Africa shines prou ..read more

Everything you need to know about attending Sydney Mardi Gras in 2025 including the best parties to go to, where to see the big Parade, and oh such much more! Sydney during Mardi Gras every February/March feels like the entire gay community descends on the city. We've been several times to Sydney, which is super gay at the best of times, but during Mardi Gras, it's something else! Mardi Gras Sydney is a month-long event that coincides with the other Carnival/Mardi Gras events taking place around the world in February/March. It usually kicks off with the super popular Bondi Beach Party a ..read more

Wondering what's the best place for a romantic gay honeymoon? We've put together the places we think make for a top gay honeymoon destination based on our first-hand experience as a gay couple. Every year we are humbled to see more nations legalizing gay marriage. It always excites us because it marks a sort of ‘gold standard' achievement for LGBTQ rights. We have our own gay marriage live tracker, which we update every time a new country legalizes gay marriage. The best part about it is that that particular country will inevitably see a boost in LGBTQ tourism, particularly from gay couples ..read more