Editorials
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Cabo vs Riviera Maya: Which is Better?
Mexico's coastlines is home to some of the world's most spectacular luxury holiday spots, but two regions consistently stand out for Out Of Office travellers: the desert meets-ocean beauty of Los Cabos and the tropical paradise of Riviera Maya. These coastal paradises represent the pinnacle of Mexican luxury travel.
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Plan Your Gay Wedding in Portugal
Portugal isn’t just a stunning destination for your honeymoon: it’s become one of Europe’s most welcoming countries for LGBTQ+ couples to tie the knot. With same-sex marriage legal since 2010, breathtaking venues from medieval castles to clifftop quintas, and some of the warmest hospitality in Europe, Portugal has everything you need for an unforgettable wedding celebration.
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Which French Hotel Will Feature in The White Lotus Season 4?
The White Lotus Season 4 is heading to France with HBO eyeing three spectacular Four Seasons properties. Discover which luxury French hotel could become the next White Lotus destination and what makes each property perfect for the show's signature blend of luxury and chaos.
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Best Gay-Friendly Safari Lodges in Africa
Africa is home to the world's most spectacular safari experiences, where you can pursue the Big 5 through the bush. Picking the right lodge is key to making your safari a success, and if you’re LGBTQ+, the process is more nuanced. Clearly, Africa is not as gay-friendly as Europe, especially outside of South Africa, the de facto gay capital of Africa.
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Europe’s Best Gay Villages: From Soho to Le Marais
Europe is home to many of the world’s best gay villages (or gayborhoods), from Soho to Le Marais and beyond. These gay villages are often - unsurprisingly - the most stylish and dynamic areas in their respective cities. Who would have thought a dense concentration of gays would help to liven up a neighbourhood? For LGBTQ+ travellers, the gay village is often the first place you go when you arrive in a city.
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The Best Gay Beaches in South Africa
South Africa is the gay capital of Africa. Cape Town's stunning coastal setting makes it the best city on the continent for a gay beach trip. You won't really find much of a gay beach scene on the African continent outside of Cape Town.
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The Law vs Reality: Gay Travel in Turkey
Turkey remains one of the most rewarding destinations in the Mediterranean, with extraordinary hotels, private yachts along the Aegean coast and fascinating layers of history, from Roman to Byzantine to Ottoman and beyond. For LGBTQ+ travellers, however, it is not a destination we would currently describe as completely straightforward. Consensual same-sex sexual activity is legal, and LGBTQ+ travellers continue to visit Istanbul, Bodrum, Cappadocia and Turkey’s major resort areas.
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Japan’s Onsen Culture: A Guide for Gay Travellers
Japan's onsen culture represents one of the world's most sophisticated wellness traditions. For gay travellers exploring Japanese culture, understanding onsen etiquette and selecting the right establishments can unlock profoundly restorative encounters that go far beyond simple relaxation. Japan has been referred to as “the empire of signs,” as the culture is so ritualistic. In this guide, we’ll introduce you to Japan’s onsen culture with a gay twist.
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Best Maldives Diving: Atolls, Resorts & Experiences
The Maldives archipelago, scattered like jewels across the Indian Ocean, has some of the planet's most pristine underwater experiences. With crystal-clear waters, coral reefs, and an abundance of marine life, this tropical paradise is a bucket-list destination for diving and snorkelling enthusiasts. The warm tropical waters maintain temperatures between 26-30°C year-round, with visibility often exceeding 30 metres, creating perfect conditions for underwater exploration.
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The Best Gay Beaches in Thailand
Thailand has emerged as Asia's most progressive destination for LGBTQ+ travel, crowned by its historic achievement as the first Southeast Asian nation to legalise same-sex marriage in January 2025. Thailand is also one of the best beach destinations on the planet. From the gay beach clubs of Koh Samui to the nightlife of Phuket's Paradise Complex, Thailand’s beaches are waiting to be explored.
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The Best Maldives Multi-Destination Trips
The Maldives is the most popular luxury tropical paradise destination, but many travellers want more than pristine beaches and blue lagoons. Twin-centre holidays combining the Maldives with culturally rich destinations provide the perfect solution. While the Maldives' remote location limits pairing options compared to other beach destinations, strategic planning opens up extraordinary journey possibilities that transform a simple beach holiday into a life-changing adventure. Why Choose a Maldives Twin-Centre Holiday?
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The Best Beaches in the Maldives
The Maldives is home to some of the world's most extraordinary beaches, renowned for their pristine white sand composed of crushed coral and shells that remains cool underfoot even in tropical heat. What truly sets these beaches apart is their dramatic contrast - the brilliant white shores meet impossibly turquoise lagoons that transition into deep sapphire blue ocean, creating a natural colour palette found nowhere else on Earth.
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