19. TrooRa The LGBTQ+ Not an Issue Summer ’23

Taipei, Taiwan

TAIPEI , TAIWAN

Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, is probably not the first place that comes to mind when you think of queer travel destinations. Contrary to what some might imagine, Taipei has become a popular destination for queer travelers in recent years. Taiwan is generally welcoming and progressive, being one of Asia’s most LGBTQIA+ friendly countries and taking the lead as the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2019. A growing and thriving nightlife scene makes the skyscraper city very appealing. With the bustling neighborhood of Ximending, home to many LGBTQIA+ friendly establishments, quickly becoming the new unofficial queer district, and an electric street food culture, Taipei is the perfect destination for a city getaway..

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