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Gay nightlife in Chiang Mai – Out on the town
Gay nightlife in Chiang Mai? Yes, you read that right: Thailand’s culture capital might not compete with the legendary LGBTQ+ party scene of Bangkok just yet, but queer visitors in town still have a few friendly places to steer towards if they’d like to shake a leg and meet the local community. There is more…
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Gay-friendly hotels in Thailand – the latest LGBT-welcoming hotels opening in the Kingdom
Looking for gay-friendly hotels in Thailand? While just like in other countries, specifically queer places to stay are more the exception than the norm (although there is Phang Nga Bay’s gay-run Le Passe-Temps!), countless properties across the Kingdom make an effort to create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ travellers. On our Hotels page, many of Thailand’s…
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Mimi Tao – Thai trans model talks LGBTQ+ life and Thailand
If Mimi Tao looks familiar, it’s easy to see why. Having grown up in rural Thailand, the trans model figured out her gender identity when she was still living in a temple. Years on, she’s left behind the quaint countryside around Khon Kaen and now spends her time in New York City, working as a…
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Sustainable Bangkok – eco-friendly things to do in Thailand’s green capital
Eager to explore Bangkok in a more conscious manner? You’re in luck: the city by the Chao Phraya River is increasingly embracing a movement towards greener experiences, from supporting day trips with local NGOs to vegan cooking classes and more. In short, sustainable Bangkok is officially a thing! For eco-warriors looking to spend a few…
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Work it – four LGBT+ influencer fashion moments in Thailand
Seen Paris, Milan and New York, and your thirst for fashion still isn’t quenched? Head to Bangkok, then! The Thai capital, along with the islands of Phuket and Koh Samui have long attracted trendy visitors from all over, and with influencer fashion having skyrocketed in recent years, there are times you might feel like you’re…
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Parent trip – exploring Thailand with your mum and dad
Thinking of visiting Thailand with the parents? You’d be surprised how many travellers have decided to explore the Kingdom with their mum and dad in recent years – from a joint vacation to reconnect through shared, cultural activities, to money-doesn’t-matter luxury villa escapes featuring private beaches and more! There are plenty of reasons to take…
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Deer is Travelling in Thailand: 3 hidden gem temples everyone should check out
If you love the idea of a Deer is Travelling in Thailand special, you’re in for a treat! It’s Aon & Lan from Deer is Travelling again – we’re back on GoThaiBeFree after showing you our Phuket guide with another blog post and this time, we would like to show you three temples that may…
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Gay wedding in Thailand – Florida couple ties the knot on the island of Phuket
Having your own gay wedding in Thailand has got to be the single most romantic thing any couple can do while vacationing in the land of smiles. And just recently, this very special dream came true for Florida couple Chase and Allen, the talented video creators behind @chasingfilmpro. The pair travelled to the Kingdom’s largest…
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Deer is Travelling goes Phuket: a guide to Thailand’s largest island by gay bloggers
Looking for a Deer is Travelling Phuket guide? You’ve come to the right place. We are Aon & Lan, an intergaycial couple from Bangkok. We run the award-winning travel blog Deer Is Travelling. We also have Instagram where we are the most active along with Twitter and Facebook. Today, we would like to share details…
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Two weeks in Phuket – 14 things to do for 14 days in paradise
Heard the news? Of course, you have. Thailand’s largest and perhaps most vibrant island has officially reopened to fully vaccinated travellers without the need to quarantine! While some LGBTQ+ holidaymakers have already rocked up to Phuket’s shores, others are still planning their stay – and it’s understandable you’d want to spend some time thinking about…