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Destinations: When in Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand, has been called everything from the Venice of the East to the Capital of Sin, but only recently has it been raising eyebrows as a cosmopolitan destination. The mantra "anything goes," once applied only to the city's naughty nightlife, now extends to everything from shopping and art to hotels and spas. Add a karma-driven culture and relaxed views on sexuality and gender and you have a gay mecca in the making.
JUNE 2, 2008
Bangkok University Welcomes Trans Students with New Uniform Options
Thailand, which legally recognizes a third gender, expresses trans acceptance in unique, culturally sensitive ways.
JUNE 10, 2015
Is equality on the horizon for Thailand's transgender community?
Photographer Elizabeth Waterman captures the struggles and resilience of Thailand's Ladyboys, shedding light on their challenges and hopes for a better future.
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Marriage Equality Rejected by Thailand's Constitutional Court
The ruling has outraged activists, but the court did say that legislators should take action to guarantee equal rights.
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
Thailand’s king makes history, signs marriage equality law
The popular tourist destination is the first country in Southeast Asia to recognize marriage equality.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
A USAID worker's pregnant wife was denied an emergency medical evacuation after DOGE fired her
Charlee Doom's wife was 31 weeks pregnant when she suffered "life-threatening" complications. The State Department denied her medical evacuation request — twice.
APRIL 3, 2025
Bangkok's Creative District Will Inspire You to Dream Bigger
Exposing the city's biggest gem.
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
15 of the Queerest Places to Spend New Year’s
Whether it’s with millions of people or with a few, check out these places to go to have a queer New Year’s Eve.
DECEMBER 31, 2023
Discover why Thailand is the ultimate LGBTQ+ paradise
Join Ricky Cornish as he visits this breathtaking country that offers endless opportunities for the perfect queer trip.
JANUARY 14, 2025
60+ photos of pure queer joy from Bangkok, Thailand's Pride 2024
Just weeks before marriage equality passed in the Southeast Asian country, thousands gathered to make a visible and physical statement about queer rights and queer joy.
JUNE 18, 2024
Gay Honeymooners Arrested in Bangkok for Half-Naked Picture
Joseph and Travis DaSilva, a 30-something couple known for mooning world landmarks, were arrested in Thailand after posting images of their backsides at a Buddhist temple. They remain in custody.
NOVEMBER 30, 2017
Malaysia Imposes Travel Ban for a Gay Party That Doesn't Exist
The government claimed it would blacklist attendees of a pre-party for White Party Bangkok -- but the organizer said it's poppycock.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
Here are the world's most visited cities and where they stand on LGBTQ+ rights
Some of these cities welcome LGBTQ+ travelers while others punish same-sex sexual relations with the death penalty.
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The best of 2024 LGBTQ+ news and events in images
An overview of the news, parties, and events, The Advocate and its sibling publications covered this year. Check them out!
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Lesbian Couple Tries to Marry in Thailand's Town of Love Yesterday
They didn't get their marriage certificate, but this couple raised awareness about marriage equality.
FEBRUARY 15, 2013