Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar have become favorite destinations for seasoned travelers as well as first-time visitors to Southeast Asia. Unique indigenous homosexual subcultures exist in these emerging countries, some of it perhaps surprisingly out in the open considering that the gay world here is still largely camouflaged. From transgender shaman channeling spirits at Myanmar sacred festivals to pride parties in Phnom Penh to same-sex weddings in Vietnam, gay life in Southeast Asia is fascinating and more accessible than ever.

Utopia has compiled all of its online listings to create the first printed gay and lesbian guide to 14 cities in Southeast Asia, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap / Angkor, Vientiane, Luang Prabang, and Yangon / Rangoon.

Listed within are contact details for organizations and businesses that are popular social alternatives for both local and visiting homosexuals, including accommodation, bars, discos, spas, and restaurants. Hundreds of tips and warnings from actual visitors provide first hand insights for both frequent visitors and armchair explorers.

The Utopia Guide to Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar & Vietnam offers a remarkable insider's glimpse at the everyday gay and lesbian life enjoyed by locals and welcoming to gay and lesbian visitors. The Utopia Guide to Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar & Vietnam offers a remarkable insider's glimpse at the everyday gay and lesbian life enjoyed by locals and welcoming to gay and lesbian visitors.

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Comments:

"This is a great resource! With travel publications geared to most every special interest, this gay/lesbian-specific guide to Southeast Asia is an invaluable addition. Fun to read too. I think it would be indispensable to GLBT travelers interested in exploring uncharted territories with newly emergent, hard-to-find gay culture and communities. When traveling, I have always consulted the UTOPIA website for guidance, advice and off-the-beaten-path suggestions. As a person interested in culturally sensitive travel and alternatives to typical tourist-traps, I am really excited about taking this guidebook along on my very next trip! Thanks Utopia!" -- J.M.