Thailand Just Launched Its First-Ever Pageant for Toms and Trans Men
When Americans think about LGBTQ travel in Thailand, the conversation often starts in familiar places: Bangkok’s nightlife, island escapes, Pride celebrations, and, more recently, the country’s landmark marriage equality legislation. But one of the reasons Thailand continues to stand out as a destination for LGBTQ travelers is that its queer culture is far more expansive […]
The Ultimate Thailand Lesbian Travel Guide to Bangkok
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been searching for a place where I belong. I’ve found glimmers of it over time. Like when I’d split a cab with my roommate and we’d both turn around to see the Manhattan skyline out of the back window while we drove over the Brooklyn Bridge. Or […]
Thailand Passes Landmark Marriage Equality Bill, Solidifying Its LGBTQ+ Friendly Reputation
Big news out of Thailand! The country just made history by passing a marriage equality bill, giving same-sex couples the right to marry. Announced on September 24, 2024, this groundbreaking law will officially take effect in January 2025, making Thailand one of the few countries in Asia to recognize marriage equality. It’s a huge win […]
How to Have an Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Experience in Thailand
Animal tourism is a touchy subject. And, as awareness around animal tourism rises, the lens on ‘welfare centers’ and elephant sanctuaries become more critical (and rightly so). With more information out there tourists are becoming more and more cautious about where they put their money when it comes to animal experiences. And finding genuinely ethical […]
15 Incredible Things To Do in Sukhothai Thailand
This past week I was invited to speak at the first ever LGBT Travel Symposium in Thailand in collaboration with Out There Magazine. It was a monumental event that served as Thailand’s coming out party as a welcoming and affirming destination for LGBT travelers. After my speech, I was lucky enough to go from Bangkok […]
How to Make Pad Thai Like a Local
I knew I needed to buy spices, but I wasn’t sure where to go or what to buy. I approached the bamboo gates of the local Chiang Mai market nervous and excited. There was a tiny Thai grandmother sitting behind a desk in a small wooden office. She was surrounded by fruit, nuts and piles […]