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We are Fabio & Ryan.


We are a gay travel and lifestyle blog highlighting off-the-radar places, experiences, and stories.

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  • 12 Unique Things To Do in Hanoi: 2026 Guide

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    12 Unique Things To Do in Hanoi: 2026 Guide

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  • Yangshuo: A 3-Day Itinerary in China's Iconic Landscape

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    Yangshuo: A 3-Day Itinerary in China's Iconic Landscape

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  • The 2026 Gay Prides in Mexico Calendar

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    The 2026 Gay Prides in Mexico Calendar

  • 12 Best Things to Do in Belgrade, Serbia (Local Tips)

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  • Hiking to The Peak in HK the Easy, No-Drama Way

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  • Guilin to Yangshuo Cruise Guide: Book Your 2026 Trip

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Gay City Guides

  • Gay Guangzhou Guide: LGBTQ+ Bars, Clubs & Hotels ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ

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    Gay Guangzhou Guide: LGBTQ+ Bars, Clubs & Hotels ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ

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  • Gay Hanoi Guide: LGBTQ+ Culture, Bars & Hotspots ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ

    VIETNAM

    Gay Hanoi Guide: LGBTQ+ Culture, Bars & Hotspots ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ

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  • Gay Taipei Guide: LGBTQ+ Culture, Bars & Hotspots ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ

    TAIWAN

    Gay Taipei Guide: LGBTQ+ Culture, Bars & Hotspots ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ

  • Gay Marrakesh Guide: LGBTQ+ Culture, Bars & Hotspots ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

    MOROCCO

    Gay Marrakesh Guide: LGBTQ+ Culture, Bars & Hotspots ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

Latest YouTube Vids

  • Most travelers only spend 2 days in Hanoi.
We spent a few weeks actually living here.

In this video, we show what daily life in Hanoi, Vietnam really looks like when you slow down and stay longer. From making Vietnamese coffee at home, eating pho for breakfast, and squeezing in a gym routine, to wandering the Old Quarter, exploring Hoan Kiem Lake, and visiting Ngoc Son Temple, this is a realistic look at what itโ€™s like to live in Hanoi beyond the tourist checklist.

We take you through:
- Our day-to-day routine in Hanoi
- Local food like pho, banh mi, bun cha, and street snacks
- Hanoiโ€™s famous coffee culture, including egg coffee and coconut coffee
- Life on the streets, scooters, sidewalks, and city chaos
- Visiting Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and St. Josephโ€™s Cathedral
- The reality of staying outside the Old Quarter vs living inside it
- What itโ€™s like working out, eating, and exploring as long-term travelers in Vietnam

If youโ€™re planning a trip to Hanoi, thinking about slow travel in Vietnam, or curious what itโ€™s really like to live here for more than a few days, this video gives you an honest, on-the-ground perspective.

MORE HANOI RESOURCES

The Gay Guide to Hanoi, Vietnam:
https://thefabryk.com/blog/gay-hanoi-vietnam-guide

Top Things to Do in Hanoi:
(coming soon)

Our Favorite Places in Hanoi (mentioned in this video:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1PgRBJtKuOmqEuzBIp4-75bsLL-qGlBk&usp=sharing

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 โ€“ Hanoiโ€™s Chaos, Coffee & First Impressions
01:22 โ€“ Million VND Listing: โ‚ฌ150/Week Apartment Tour
02:19 โ€“ Eating Pho Like a Local (Pho Ga for Brunch)
03:18 โ€“ Why Hanoi Sidewalks Donโ€™t Work Like Anywhere Else
04:04 โ€“ Gym Life in Hanoi (50k Day Pass)
05:00 โ€“ How to Stay Safe Crossing Hanoi Streets
05:52 โ€“ Hidden Cafรฉ Above a Silk Shop
06:58 โ€“ Egg Coffee: Why It Was Invented in Hanoi
08:01 โ€“ Ngoc Son Temple & Hoan Kiem Lake Legend
09:13 โ€“ St. Josephโ€™s Cathedral & French Influence
10:10 โ€“ Banh Mi: Vietnamโ€™s Iconic Street Sandwich
10:36 โ€“ Bun Cha (Obama & Bourdain Approved)
11:33 โ€“ Hanoi Nightlife: Our Favorite Gay Bar

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Follow along for more travel adventures:
Website: https://thefabryk.com/
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GIVE US A LITTLE LOVE ๐Ÿ’—

Love our content as much as we love making it? We're passionate about what we do, but it's not yet sustainable. You can help us keep creating by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefabryk/ or with a one time donation on our BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thefabryk

And support our channel through these affiliate links (at no extra cost to you):

๐Ÿจ The Area We Stayed and Loved:
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๐Ÿฉบ Travel Insurance:
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๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Improve Your English (Just like Fabio!)
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๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Learn Another Language with AI Conversation (Ryan is doing it for Italian)
Langua - https://languatalk.com/?via=thefabryk (FABRYK20 for 20% off a year long subscription)

๐ŸŽง Music in this video:
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โœ๏ธ How to Generate Subtitles Easily
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    This Is What Daily Life in Hanoi Is Like ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ

  • Every October, Taipei hosts what is often described as the largest Pride event in Asia โ€” and it takes place in a country many people still underestimate.

Taiwan was the first country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage, and Taipei Pride is more than a parade: itโ€™s a celebration, a political statement, and a reflection of how far LGBTQ+ visibility has come in the region.

In this video, we take you inside Taipei Pride, exploring the festival atmosphere, community stalls, and the incredible energy on the streets โ€” before heading out to experience a bit of Taipeiโ€™s queer nightlife after dark.

If youโ€™re curious about LGBTQ+ travel in Asia, Taipei remains one of the most open, welcoming, and easy places to start.

This video includes a brief reference to Ryuchell, who passed away in 2023. We honor their impact and legacy.

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Follow along for more travel adventures:
Website: https://thefabryk.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefabryk/

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GIVE US A LITTLE LOVE ๐Ÿ’—

Love our content as much as we love making it? We're passionate about what we do, but it's not yet sustainable. You can help us keep creating by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefabryk/

And support our channel through these affiliate links (at no extra cost to you):

๐Ÿฉบ Travel Insurance:
Genki - http://www.genki.world/with/thefabryk

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Improve Your English (Just like Fabio!)
Boldvoice - https://start.boldvoice.com/YMIWUH?d=R10&z=1

๐ŸŽง Music in this video:
Epidemic Sound - https://share.epidemicsound.com/ao2ybc

โœ๏ธ How to Generate Subtitles Easily
HappyScribe: https://happyscribe.cello.so/gr1QGMCHiaT

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#TaipeiPride #LGBTQTravel #GayAsia #PrideInAsia

    Taipei Pride: What Asiaโ€™s Biggest LGBTQ+ March Is Like ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ

  • This is the story of The Fabryk... in 3 minutes ๐Ÿ˜„

Weโ€™re Fabio and Ryan, the duo behind The Fabryk.

What started as a chance meeting in Berlin slowly turned into a bigger question:
What if we chose our life more intentionally?

Since 2022, weโ€™ve been traveling slowly, letting places shape us instead of rushing through them.
Not to collect countries.
Not to chase algorithms.
But to understand what it really means to build a life with no blueprint.

In this video, we share how The Fabryk was born, why we chose this path, and the struggles that come with it. This lifestyle isnโ€™t always easy. It comes with doubts, sacrifices, and a lot of learning. But it also comes with freedom, depth, and connection.

This video was made possible with the support of TESSAN, our trusted travel partner.
Weโ€™ve been using their travel adapter and charger on the road to keep our gear powered, organized, and simple โ€” especially while working and traveling full-time.

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://tessan.com/

Thank you for supporting brands that support independent creators.

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Follow along for more travel adventures:
Website: https://thefabryk.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefabryk/

If youโ€™ve been here for a while, thank you.
If youโ€™re new, welcome.

LESS PLACES. MORE LIFE.

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๐Ÿ“ WEโ€™D LOVE YOUR HELP
Weโ€™ve created a short survey to understand what you enjoy, what you miss, and how we can improve our videos while staying true to slow travel and honest storytelling.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Please take a few minutes to fill it out here:
https://tally.so/r/68jDRO

Your feedback truly helps shape what comes nextโฃ๏ธ

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GIVE US A LITTLE LOVE ๐Ÿ’—

Love our content as much as we love making it? We're passionate about what we do, but it's not yet sustainable. You can help us keep creating by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefabryk/

And support our channel through these affiliate links (at no extra cost to you):

๐Ÿฉบ Travel Insurance:
Genki - http://www.genki.world/with/thefabryk

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Improve Your English (Just like Fabio!)
Boldvoice - https://start.boldvoice.com/YMIWUH?d=R10&z=1

๐ŸŽง Music in this video:
Epidemic Sound - https://share.epidemicsound.com/ao2ybc

โœ๏ธ How to Generate Subtitles Easily
HappyScribe: https://happyscribe.cello.so/gr1QGMCHiaT

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#gaytravel #gaycouple #slowtravel #offthebeatenpath #digitalnomadlife #lessplacesmorelife #travelwithpurpose #thefabryk

    Fabio and Ryan | The Fabryk โ€“ Our Story, Still Being Written

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