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David M

About David M

David is a young(ish) guy from London who has been traveling the world for three years now. He reports on his big gay world adventure (think stories about trying to hit on local gay talent and how the humidity is messing with his hair) on That Gay Backpacker. Follow him on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates.

Europe’s Best Gay Beaches

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Sun, sea, and sand are the cornerstones of travel for so many people, and the gay community is no different. While gay culture has always thrived in cosmopolitan cities like London and Berlin, sometimes a gay-boy needs to get away from it all and enjoy a little beach time as well. It might be chilly now, but summertime will be here before you know it, so it’s time to get … [Read more...] about Europe’s Best Gay Beaches

Could Mexico City be the Coolest City in the World?

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A couple of years back, after a long backpacking trip, I decided that it was time for me to lay down some roots for a little while. And I knew exactly where I wanted to base myself – the city that I felt most connected to in ten months of traveling, Mexico City. So often, people tell me that they are scared about visiting DF (short for Distrito Federal and what everybody … [Read more...] about Could Mexico City be the Coolest City in the World?

Why Oaxaca is My Favorite Place on Earth

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When you travel, there are some places that have a certain grip on you, and where you find yourself staying for longer than you would have ever anticipated. For me, that place is Oaxaca City (the capital of the state of Oaxaca) in south-central Mexico, and I ended up staying there for a year. What’s more, I’ll be back in February to resume my life there and make it my … [Read more...] about Why Oaxaca is My Favorite Place on Earth

The Coolest Museums in London (You Never Knew Existed)

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If you have ever visited London, you will know that it’s one of the greatest cities for museums in the world. Huge museums and galleries such as the British Museum and the Tate Modern regularly host blockbuster exhibitions, and they are often free to attend, so even budget backpackers can enjoy some cultural time in the British capital. But aside from the big hitters like … [Read more...] about The Coolest Museums in London (You Never Knew Existed)

The World’s Best Cities for Gay Clubbing

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Some people travel to get in touch with nature. Some people travel to learn more about cultures in far-flung lands. And some people travel to party! One of the best things about the gay travel scene is that it caters to hedonism, so if you want to forget all about the stresses of daily life by going wild on the dance floor, you need to get yourself to these epicenters of gay … [Read more...] about The World’s Best Cities for Gay Clubbing