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Travel beyond the fear and paranoia of 9-11 to experience Muslim culture

Gay Travels in the Muslim World journeys where other gay travel books fear to tread—Muslim countries. This thought-provoking book tells both Muslim and non-Muslim gay men’s stories of traveling in the Middle East during these difficult political times. The true, very personal tales reveal how gay men celebrate their lives and meetings with local men, including a gay soldier’s story of his tour of duty in Iraq. Insightful and at times sexy, this intelligent book goes beyond 9-11 and the present political and cultural divides to illustrate the real experiences of gay men in trouble zones—in an effort to seek peace for all.

After the collapse of the Twin Towers, fears about terrorism and Muslim culture went hand in hand. Gay Travels in the Muslim World enters the current war zones to bring real and very personal stories of gay men who live and travel in these dangerous areas. This book challenges readers’ preconceptions and assumptions about both homosexuality and being Muslim, while showing the wide range of experiences—good and bad—about the regions as well as the differences in attitudes and beliefs.

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From “I Want Your Eyes” by David Stevens
Men by themselves are rare. I pass a handsome Omani man sitting on the Corniche wall with a cigarette between his long brown fingers. He wears his colourful cuma cap at a jaunty angle and his mustard-coloured dishdasha has risen up to reveal tantalizingly hairy calves. I note the carefully made holes in his ears—not in his ear lobes but deep inside the cartilages—a pre-Islamic custom still practiced on some male babies to ward off evil spirits. I decide it suits him.

From “It All Began with Mamadou” by Jay Davidson
Drawing definitive conclusions about a society after living here for a little more than a year is not a wise, safe, or responsible action on my part. If a society’s culture is a mosaic of thousands of little tiles, then I like to think that what I have been able to piece together has been a tableau in which certain aspects have become discernable, some are a little less clear, and others remain in a way that I will never see as whole and comprehensible.

From “A Market and a Mosque” by Martin Foreman
Sylhet, Bangladesh: It’s eight o’clock in the evening and Tarique and Paritosh are taking me out to look at the cruising spots. Until I flew in here this afternoon, all I knew of the provincial city and the surrounding area was that it was where most of the Bangladeshis in the UK come from—and since most of the Bangladeshis in the UK live in my home borough of Tower Hamlets, I feel a kind of affinity with the place. Whether or not Sylhet feels an affinity with me is a different matter.

From “Work In Progress: Notes From A Continuing Journey of Manufacturing Dissent” by Parvez Sharma
In the construction of the image and life of the “queer” Muslim is also the awareness of the not so well known fact that a sexual revolution of immense proportions came to the earliest Muslims, some 1,300 years before the West had even thought about it. This promise of equal gender rights and, unlike in the Bible, the stress on sex as not just reproduction but also enjoyment within the confines of marriage has all but been lost in the rhetoric spewing from loudspeakers perched on Masjid’s—or mosques—in Riyadh, Marrakech and Islamabad. The same Islam that has for centuries not only tolerated but also openly celebrated homosexuality is, today, used to justify a state-sanctioned pogrom against gay men in Egypt—America’s “enlightened” friend in the Middle East.

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The book Our Bodies, Ourselves is a feminist success story. Selling more than four million copies since its debut in 1970, it has challenged medical dogmas about women’s bodies and sexuality, shaped health care policies, energized the reproductive rights movement, and stimulated medical research on women’s health. The book has influenced how generations of U.S. women feel about their bodies and health. Our Bodies, Ourselves has also had a whole life outside the United States. It has been taken up, translated, and adapted by women across the globe, inspiring more than thirty foreign language editions.

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Bolivia is a landlocked country and as such is often compared to Tibet. In some cases, it is considered one of the most isolated areas in Latin America, however you will find a very indigenous people here that is equally divided. Approximately 50% of Bolivians maintain traditional beliefs and values that are rather conservative, while the other half of the country is modern, contemporary, and liberal. It is this unique blend that will allow you to enjoy yourself no matter what you are doing in Bolivia, and in Bolivia gay bars.

The climate and temperature of Bolivia will vary depending on where and when you are traveling. Bolivia offers every climate range and some areas you will find stifling humidity, whereas in others it will be cold that rivals the Arctic. There is plenty to do in Bolivia in any month of the year however, and Bolivia gay bars are open year round regardless of the weather.

Getting around Bolivia is also fairly easy and fairly inexpensive. Land transportation is readily available and affordable and can take you through all of your mystic ruins during the day, and to all of the Bolivia gay bars at night.

No matter how you spend your time in Bolivia, be sure to use our online directory for a complete listing of all of the best and hottest Bolivia gay bars!
Nathaly Dedeyan is co-owner of http://boliviagaybars.com a free online directory of gay bars and clubs in Bolivia, Amazon. Visitors to http://boliviagaybars.com are able to browse and rate or review gay bars and clubs in the Bolivia area and club owners are able to submit their clubs and bars, news, photos and upcoming events for free.

In Rio, you will feel welcome everywhere, and language barriers literally do not exist. When you are in Rio, your only problem will be in choosing which of the many Brazil gay bars to visit.

The beach in Rio de Janeiro is excuse enough alone to visit this beautiful city. You won’t be able to decide which is more beautiful, the people, or the sandy beachy shores. You will want to definitely check out the hot Brazil gay bars in the Ipanema neighbourhood, and particularly the Farme Gay. The Farme Gay is a hot spot that attracts many local celebrities and gays from every culture. Assimilate yourself in the gay community at Farme Gay, also known as Barbie Iland. It will not take you long during your stay to realize that the term Barbie is one used among the gay folks to describe only the hottest and wealthiest men in the gay community.

If you are in Rio, you will also want to check out the festival known as Rio Gay by Day. Here you will be able to participate in gay dodgeball or volleyball on the weekends. You will get to meet plenty of the residents of the gay community and socialize your days away. Spend your evenings cooling off and unwinding in Ipanema in the many Brazil gay bars in Rio.

The Copacabana neighbourhood in Rio is of course yet another hot spot in Brazil with a huge selection of Brazil gay bars. Start your evening off with a late dinner at any of their world class dining facilities, and finish the evening in the many Brazil gay bars in Copacabana.

Nathaly Dedeyan is co-owner of http://brazilgaybars.com a free online directory of gay bars and clubs in Brazil. Visitors to http://brazilgaybars.com are able to browse and rate or review gay bars and clubs in the Brazil area and club owners are able to submit their clubs and bars, news, photos and upcoming events for free.

Gay travel has opened up significantly in recent years, both with the acceptability and the emergence of a wider choice of tempting places to head off to, right from old favorites like Amsterdam and Berlin, to London.

Gay visitors are assured of a warm welcome in Britain, considering that it is one of the gay-friendliest countries in the world today. Gay couples visiting London can easily combine bustling city culture and nightlife with beautiful scenery of various types.

In addition, gay travelers can renew their interest in experiencing royal life in the UK. Looking to bring this spirited new interest to life, a trip to London may just give you a chance to indulge your inner king or queen when visiting the finest regal destinations in and around London.

Gay holidays and vacations in London

When it comes to attractive destinations in Europe these days, the gay traveler is spoilt for choice, with most of the big cities openly flaunting their flourishing gay scenes. All cities, including London, is one of the hippest, most cosmopolitan and urbane cities around. London leads the way as a beacon of tolerance, diversity and inclusiveness, where everyone can create their own particular niche.

As a gay destination, London needs little introduction. It boasts of numerous exciting bars and clubs that would match a few other cities in Europe. Soho, London’s gay village, is undoubtedly the centre for the city’s throbbing gay community. With a thriving business at gay bars, restaurants, clothing and book shops, it is a haven of tolerance and piece. Wandering down the streets of London would be comparable to following in the footsteps of gay luminaries like Oscar Wilde, Quentin Crisp and the film director Derek Jarman.

Whilst most action is focused on Soho, the city is proud to accept that gay scenes exist throughout London. Apart from its extensive gay nightlife, London is by far the best all-round destination, with an incredible mix of art and culture, including historical monuments, art galleries, museums, parks and gardens.

On the shopping front, bargains can be found as well as high-class expensive stuff that can be bought at flashy boutiques and world-renowned fashion houses on Bond Street, and in Chelsea and Knightsbridge.

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Acting as the highlight of London’s gay calendar, the annual London Pride, LGBT cultural festival is among the largest and the most exhilarating of its kind. It traditionally takes place from mid-June to early-July. Moreover, there are several other important events throughout the year that gays can participate in, taking specialty tours, bike tours, adventure tours, walking and hiking tours, senior’s tours, family tours, as well as study abroad and education tours.

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Outside of London, the United Kingdom has one of the largest gay communities anywhere in the world, and is proud to lay claim to two other particularly important gay communities in Brighton and on Manchester’s Canal Street, as well as several other enclaves dotted around the country.

With its fantastic shopping, peerless nightlife and week’s worth of sightseeing, London can be immensely enjoyed as the region’s biggest and busiest city. Although, England on the whole, is an enormously varied place, even though relatively few visitors manage to make it to the country’s other cities – or its beautiful rural stretches.

All kinds of travel help can be got from:

•Mantrav: A gay travel guide, it has contacts with gay friendly travel agents and hotels all over the world.
•Atlantis: The largest tour operator, it brings together LGBT people from around the world creating a gay friendly environment.
•Sensations: They offer holidays to Europe’s top destinations, helping chalk itiniary from planning stage to getting travel insurance.
•Hivtravel: This Company specialists in travel insurance for the gay HIV+ people and advice on required issues.
•Throb: They specialist in gay holidays.

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Berlin
Berlin is an openly gay city and even has a gay mayor. You can definitely find a great range of places here to have a great night out with your friends. Hafen is a cool bar which is open for gays and lesbians and is very popular with the local gay community. You can expect a good night here and can enjoy the English quiz which is held on a Monday evening in this Germany gay bar and club. Berlin has a great range of Germany gay bars and clubs available so should be your first port of call if you’re visiting this country.

Hamburg
Hamburg is another city in Germany which has a very active and popular gay scene. You can expect to enjoy a fabulous night out in the many Germany gay bars and clubs which are available in this city. Café Gnosa is a very popular gay bar and club which offers a crowded atmosphere with a great environment. You can sip your coffee here and enjoy the range of people such as businessmen, students and even leather guys. You are almost guaranteed a great night out in this cute gay café in Hamburg. Germany gay bars and clubs are very popular in Hamburg and you can expect to find several which suit your tastes and needs.

Here we provide our users with a comprehensive list of all the Germany gay bars and clubs in the area. We also allow our users to read and rate bars and clubs of their choice. As a member you are able to view photos, locations and feedback for all the Germany gay bars and clubs in our listings.

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Los Angeles is known for its breeder bars, so visitors can choose from a wide range of settings. Whether you are looking for a grungy dive or a glamorous lounge, Los Angeles has all you need in gay clubs and bars. The gay crowd in L.A. ranges just as much as their ambience. You will find everything from edgy, leather boys, to sweet and sexy chiseled men.

The West Hollywood scene is one that can not be missed in California, and is understood around the world as one of the best gay meccas on the planet. As many as 40,000 locals in West Hollywood fill the gay population, and as such, their bar scene is hot and alive every night of the week.

A discussion on California Gay Clubs would be remiss without mention of the famous Castro Strip in San Francisco. San Francisco has long been reputed for its extensive gay population, and the residents take pride in this, particularly along the Castro strip. Along the Castro strip hangs the Rainbow Flag, an icon of symbolism to the gay community that was installed in November 1997 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Harvey Milk being elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Harvey was an openly gay man, and the gay and lesbian movement in San Francisco was catapulted by this move of having a gay man in public office. The flag marked the birthplace of the Castro Strip, which has become the largest gay community in San Francisco. As such, it also is home to the hottest clubs and bars for the gay residents of San Francisco.

Gays and Lesbians seeking intimate time with their partner have romantic highland haciendas and small, out of the way inns, as well as major multi-star Hotels to chose from.

Enjoy a candle light dinner next to a romantic fire place or enjoy a nice drink and a good conversation at the hacienda’s bar.

Because temperatures can be low in the high Andes where many haciendas are located, a fireplace brings just the romantic touch, and will heat your bedroom to ensure that you have a cozy warm night.

During the day, haciendas offer activities ranging from adventurous horseback riding to visits to indigenous markets. There is a day activity for every taste.

Ecuador has a huge artisan tradition and most artisan workshops open their doors to the Gay and Lesbian visitor. Visits to artisan workshops can be combined with hacienda stays, especially north of Quito.

Excellent handicraft workshops can be found throughout Ecuador, but especially in the city of Cuenca, about a 40 minute flight south of Quito.

Cuenca has been declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations and this small, yet bustling town is well-known for its excellent, colonial style Hotels and its Gay and Lesbian community—which can be found right in the center of the City. Plan on taking at least 2 days to explore the City and its surroundings.

Whatever you do, don’t forget to spend at least a half a day in Gualaceo and Chordeleg–well known for jewelry workshops and Orchid farms.

A short 4 hour trip by bus from Cuenca is the tropical city of Guayaquil. If you have the time, rent a car or travel with a public bus from Cuenca to Guayaquil. Make sure that you travel through the spectacular Cajas National Park with its hundreds of lakes.

Guayaquil is Ecuador’s largest city and serves as the main port for the country. The city has a very active gay community and it is an excellent gateway for travel to Galapagos Islands.

The main gay-bars and clubs can be found at the Rocafuerte Street, 2 blocks behind the Malecon 2000, about at the height of the Ramada Hotel.

Before you dive into the nightlife, walk along the Malecon 2000 and walk up the stairs to the Light House above Las Penas, the small old town of Guayaquil.

On both sides of the stairs can be found a variety of bars and restaurants, which invite the Guayaquil visitor in for a cold beer—far and away, the best drink in this tropical city.

If you have a moment more, visit “Parque Seminario” or “Parque de las Iguanas” as the locals call it. Here, Iguanas walk around like cats and dogs in North American or European parks. Although it may be tempting, don’t try to pet the Iguanas.

Within 40 minutes flight time is the City of Quito. Should you travel in the morning, make sure that you sit on the right hand side of the Aircraft, because this side of the flight has the most beautiful mountain scenery imaginable.

Quito is a bustling, cosmopolitan city, and offers the most of all the Ecuadorian cities to the Gay Traveler. Stay in the old town. Especially recommended is the beautiful-and pricey-”Gay-owned” Bed and Breakfast “Villa Colonna”.

The historical part of Quito has been designated as a World Heritage Site by the UN and offers some of the most spectacular colonial churches in the world. In your visit to the colonial center, seek out and enjoy some of the various excellent museums.

The Gay Clubs and Bars you will find in the Mariscal district in northern Quito. Here, there are many excellent Bars, Clubs and Restaurants. You will feel a comfortable ambiance every day of the week, but especially from Wednesday to Sunday.

For Gays and Lesbian who seek Gourmet Dining, there are several excellent restaurants be found behind the Swissotel, around Isabel La Catolica street. My favorite restaurant in this sector, and one which I recommend highly, is “La Choza” which offers excellent Ecuadorian food.

Quito hosts the most important Gay and Lesbian film festival in Latin America. The festival is organized by Quitogay and the Cinema “Ocho y Medio”.

Ecuador offers Gay and Lesbian Travelers interesting options for sightseeing, enjoyment, and unique opportunities, and guarantees the trip of a lifetime.

About the Author
Peter Lauffer, General Manager of TrueColors Travel in Quito – Your Expert Guide for Gay and Lesbian Travel to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands www.galapagostraveller.com