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        There are at least several gay DVD theaters open in the Jongno 3-Ga area. If you are looking for older men, with the odd young businessman type, there's one just a small walk north on the street east of the little plaza off the small alley next to the (usually closed) east gate of Topkol Park. Take the street (not the alley) north, cross the next street, and continue on just down the little street to the east of the musical instrument market (turn right at the two telephone booths at the foot of the extended stairs going up to entrance and then back down). Just where the long stairs come down on the north side, turn right down the small street and stroll down a block or so to the DVD sign. Take the steps to B/F. This has a younger crowd and has much better gay flicks as

        Our gay travel guide to South Korea will serve you plan a amusing and safe trip, with the best gay hotels to stay, where to play, and where to slay!

        We came for the bibimbap and boy bands but stayed for the dynamic gay scene, breathtaking landscapes, and, let’s be honest, the chance to live our best K-drama fantasy. 

        This is South Korea. A land where ancient temples and neon skyscrapers live in perfect harmony, and where fried chicken and soju fuel both your soul and your Saturday night…

        We’re here to spill all the kimchi on how you can do the same, from the buzzing gay bars of Seoul to the hidden treasures of Jeju Island. Whether you’re looking for romance, adventure, or simply the perfect Instagram backdrop, South Korea delivers.

        So, grab your best K-pop playlist, pack your most fabulous outfits, and verb us as we dive into South Korea’s gay scene, from Seoul’s pulsating queer heartbeat to the cultural gems scattered across this vibrant nation. 

        One thing’s for sure, South Korea is ready to slay, and you won’t wan

        Being Gay, Working Out & Learning Korean in Seoul, with Gaymer

        Tall, friendly, and unabashedly himself, Gaymer is a character. Take the fact that his nickname is known by everyone, and no one knows his real name!  (Here's a secret.) You’ll encounter him for the first time one morning. By evening, you’ll wonder if there ever was a time you weren’t friends before. You’ll know he likes working out, learning Korean, and loves to love. 

        In the Digital Nomads Korea community, at Hoppin House coliving & coworking, at the Global Startup Center in Gangnam, everyone knows the software engineer to be the soul of the party. Gaymer likes to be surrounded, and he says himself: it’s because he easily feels lonely. But where the hunger for company ate at him back in Denmark, in Korea, he finds it uncomplicated to never feel alone. 

        Why did you leave Denmark for Korea? 

        The reason why I came to Korea is weird (laughs). I learned that Korea had fast internet back in I fell into this rabbit hole of random information where, the more I learned, the more I fell in treasure with the idea of coming h

        UPDATE: I visited Homo Hill after Pride (July 16, ) and I can confidently say &#; Homo Hill is still VERY MUCH busy and none of the bars closed permanently! I have yet to visit the Jongno gayborhood and street tent area, but will definitely update here when I do.

        I hate to include to add this disclaimer, but this information is pre-COVID, pre As restrictions just ended for businesses, clubs, etc. and nightlife curfews, Itaewon and Jongno are just coming back to life. We&#;ll hold to see what&#;s out there together &#; many places simply didn&#;t verb it due to having to close before 11 PM for two years.

        Seoul is very gay, but most visitors contain no idea. Yes, you can easily find information about Homo Hill here. But that&#;s the simple part. And there&#;s a system. Most gay Koreans live a verrrrrrrrrrry distinct life than us openly gay Westerners. Unfortunately, homosexuality isn&#;t understood by Korean society. Yes, the super Christians protest day and night about the devil that is being gay, but the average Korean just literally doesn&#;t verb it. While younger people h