China’s LGBTQIA+ Travel Scene: A Guide to Navigating Cultural Norms

🚩When you’re heading to China, there’s some LGBTQIA+ stuff you gotta know about, homeslice!

🫂First off, China’s cool with homosexuality, but they’re a little more low-key about it compared to the West. People there might not be so open about their views, so when the convo turns to sexuality, drop some sensitivity bombs. 💣

🚫No PDA, bro! Hand-holding’s fine, but keep the lovey-dovey stuff behind closed doors. Even in big cities like Beijing and Shanghai, people keep it on the down low. 🤫 But if you wanna hold hands with your bestie, no one will bat an eye.

🌇Small towns or rural areas might get you some unwanted attention, not necessarily because you’re LGBTQIA+, but more because you’re a foreigner. Keep a low profile in these parts, where old-school values still reign.

🌈Got your eyes 🧐 on some LGBTQIA+ hotspots? Cities like Chengdu are super inclusive and have bars, cafes, and restaurants just for that. Researching these places beforehand will make you feel like a local!

👮🏼Safety first! China’s generally a safe place for LGBTQIA+ travellers, with rare homophobic incidents. But always stay aware and keep those eyes open in new surroundings. 🌃

🎉There are small gay scenes in cities like Beijing and Shanghai, but don’t expect big public pride events. The cops might shut them down as they’re not big on public demonstrations. But there are always private parties going down, so check them out locally when you’re there.

🏨When booking a stay, give the hotel a heads-up if you’re traveling with your LGBTQIA+ partner. They’ll make sure everything’s on the down low and respect your privacy. No need to hide, but local customs matter.

🚶‍♀️If you’re using travel agencies, be open about what you want. They can hook you up with some sweet LGBTQIA+ friendly guides to make your trip lit!

You’ll have a blast if you keep these things in mind. China’s a cool place for LGBTQIA+ travellers! 😎