TRAVEL | Songkran 2025: A Gay Man’s Ultimate Guide to the World’s Wettest and Wildest Festival

As the scorching Thai sun rises in April, it brings with it one of the most vibrant and joyous celebrations in the world: Songkran, the Thai New Year. This annual water festival, held from April 13th to 15th, is beloved for its playful water fights, cultural traditions, and endless parties. But if you're a gay man looking to dive headfirst into Songkran 2025, there's an extra layer of excitement to uncover.

From rainbow-soaked parties to sensual experiences and cultural explorations, Songkran 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable event. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of it.

TRAVEL | Top 10 New Year Activities for Discreet Men in Dubai

Dubai, with its stunning skyline, luxurious lifestyle, and vibrant culture, offers a unique backdrop for celebrating New Year's Eve. For those looking to ring in the new year with style, Dubai provides a plethora of exciting activities and experiences. In this blog post, we'll explore the top 10 things discreet men can do in Dubai to make their New Year's celebration unforgettable.

Please note that although Dubai is an open city, it requires modesty from all visitors regardless of gender and gender expressions.

EVENTS | Thailand GCircuit Songkran 2024 - Shangayla: World of Fantasy

What exactly is GCircuit Songkran?

Songkran is an annual Buddhist festival in Thailand that joyfully ushers in the new year by dousing people with water, symbolizing blessings and good fortune. The word "Songkran" itself is derived from Sanskrit, signifying "passing" or "approaching." Over time, Songkran has become intertwined with GCircuit, Asia's premier gay party organizer since 2007. Songkran GCircuit is now hailed as one of Thailand's grandest gay festivals, spanning nearly a week and featuring spectacular concerts, top-tier DJs, and mesmerizing shows. The heart of the GCircuit festivities beats in the nighttime, with the most significant events taking place on Friday and Saturday evenings, graced by internationally renowned DJs.

This event provides an exceptional opportunity for gay men from across the globe to come together, fostering mutual understanding of the LGBTQ+ experience in diverse cultures. Beyond its lively celebrations, Songkran GCircuit can be viewed as a contemporary pilgrimage for the global gay community, reinforcing our presence in the world despite ongoing challenges and discrimination.

TRAVEL | Top 10 Clubs and Bars in Muscat

May 2020 - Contrary to popular impression of Oman being a part of the Arab countries and therefore conservative, its capital city Muscat can also entertain party goer guests with a number of its dope clubs from Irish pubs to modern chill vibe types. So here is a list of popular spots that you need to experience for yourself.

EVENTS | Beats By The Beach with DJ Franck Chartier, at Muscat Hills Resort

Beats By The Beach with DJ Franck Chartier, at Muscat Hills Resort

A friend sent me a WhatsApp message to attend "Beach By The Beach" on Jan. 26th in Muscat Hills Resort and since I enjoy EDM/House mixes, I decided to go. It's been a while since I actually partied in Muscat. Last was in Park Inn during the "Wet Republik 3". And I badly needed to go out and unwind. Friend's invitation came at the right time. Brought with me my new colleague, who just started in our company.  

It was around 9pm when I picked a friend from the hotel. I was driving the car, which meant I could not drink for this night. So there I was, ready to go out and drive to Qantab (which is very close to Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah; and I never fail to bring up this point every single time). The road to Qantab via the Ruwi or Al Bustan roads is always a treat for the eyes. What with the winding roads that feel like riding a roller coaster. One time I was sitting as passenger and the driver accelerated; flew the car for about a moment and the feeling was heaven; the same excitement I felt when I was a kid riding those big caterpillars in fairs.  

The Barr Al Jissah road, lit with lamp posts every few meters looked like jewels from afar. The drive was swift; not many cars traversing at this day and time (it was a weekend by the way). After a few minutes, we passed by the newly opened Muscat Bay, a posh residential compound aimed to invite expats and locals for a chance to live away from the hustle and bustle of the Muscat city life. The thought didn't really bother me much i.e. living in a far flung location; but at the back of mind is the nagging question, "Who wants to drive that far?". But perhaps it's only me, being my pessimistic self.