Vietnam gay bar
It was the promise of a drag night that drew you out of Da Nang’s official ‘tourist zone’ and brought you to Q-bar &#; LGBT (Queer) Community Bar. You leave the entanglement of lights, mopeds and smells unique to Vietnam behind a busy highway that acts as a portal between two distinct atmospheres; Things become considerably more residential. You wonder if this is going to be another situation where google maps leads you astray
You spy a warm, purple, glow amongst a quiet leafy street. You enter an open schedule living room, garnished with evidence of queer pride. Somewhere cozy, familiar. A space to feel secure in. Even as an empty bar and the queer part of your identity that’s been overlooked for the last couple of months, feels fit to bloom.
Two beers in and the bar fills with a vibrant gathering of people. Suddenly you’re surrounded by drag kings, queens and their supporters, eager for the evening to kick off. When it does, the living room aesthetic of the bar morphs into a space you imagine is reminiscent of an underground drag night somewhere in Brooklyn. It’s fresh, but als
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“Guys, just follow my direct and slowly cross the road with me: the cars and motorbikes will just weave their way around you…”
…so said our friend Quan who showed us how to navigate the crazy traffic of the streets of Saigon. Honestly, you've not been to Saigon until you've tried to cross over one of the main roads or taken a scooter ride through the busy jungle of moving vehicles; it's something you won't forget in a hurry!
Saigon is a lot of fun. It's occupied, frenetic, has super feisty locals, manic traffic, and delicious street food. The gay scene is also pretty good, with a large LGBTQ community of both ex-pats and locals.
This is one place we quickly fell in romance with and know you will too! It's definitely a must for LGBTQ travelers visiting South East Asia and we've got you covered in our comprehensive gay travel guide right here.
Heads up: We just wanted At GC Bar in Hanoi, the convergence of LGBTQ+ inclusivity, Saturday DJ sessions, and the after PM ambiance creates an unparalleled experience. As a haven for the LGBTQ+ community, GC Bar radiates an inviting aura, fostering an environment where diversity is not just embraced but celebrated. Saturdays at GC Bar are a crescendo of excitement, especially after 10 PM. The DJ takes the stage, infusing the air with beats that resonate throughout the vibrant space. This timing transforms the bar into a bustling hub where laughter, conversations, and connections intertwine seamlessly. What sets this experience apart is the fusion of harmony and community. The beats become the backdrop to a canvas painted with acceptance, friendship, and noun. The diverse range of cocktails further enhances this tapestry, each sip syncing with the rhythm of the night. Beyond being a bar, GC Bar post PM on Saturdays is an immersion into a collective experience—a celebration of unity and acceptance. It's a time when the bar pulsates with life, inviting all to revel in the autonomy of self-expression and con
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