‘Queer Eye’ alum Bobby Berk and husband Dewey Do showcase the best of Vietnam
… And a travel expert offers his insider knowledge on where to head in Vietnam.
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Former Queer Eye co-host Bobby Berk and his husband, Dr. Dewey Do, are preparing for a return trip to Vietnam. Do is of Vietnamese heritage.
Berk posted a series of photos on his Instagram, saying, “My love for Vietnam runs almost as deep as my love for my Vietnamese husband 
Can’t wait to be back for a month next month!”
The two men met way back in 2004. Do is a maxillofacial surgeon. They share a love of traveling and often post photos of their adventures together.
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Berk was born in Texas and grew up in Missouri. He then moved to Denver, followed by New York in 2003.
On meeting Do, Berk told CBS News in 2023, “We met online, it might even have still been dial-up. Not literally, but pretty close.”
The men married in 2012.
Do was the one to pop the question.
“I was surprised with a proposal and then before I could even think about planning a wedding, the wedding was happening then as well,” Berk told People. “He’s very lucky that I said yes.”
The couple relocated to Los Angeles in 2018. That same year, Berk landed the role of the interior design expert on the Netflix reboot of Queer Eye.
In 2023, Berk revealed he was departing the Emmy award-winning show after its eighth season.
Two months ago, at the same time as Netflix announced the end of Queer Eye, HGTV announced it had commissioned a new show featuring Berk. It’s called Junk or Jackpot? According to People, the show will premiere in late 2025. Berk will help homeowners sell antiques and other collectibles in order to help fund their home makeover dreams.
Maybe Berk’s next Vietnam trip is an end-of-filming reward to himself?
Vietnam vacations
Vietnam has a reputation for being one of the friendliest, scenic and most interesting destinations in Asia. Although much of the country is fairly conservative, there are gay bars in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
Hanoi’s annual Pride festival launched last weekend and will continue until September 27.
Besides Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, popular locations to visit include Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, the historic city of Hoi An, and the iconic Ha Long Bay (below), which is best explored via a cruise.
Several operators cater to queer travelers wishing to visit the country.
“Vietnam is a truly unique SE Asian destination based on its history,” says Robert Sharp, owner of the Canada-based tour agency Out Adventures. It’s been part of Imperial China, colonized by the French, and even divided into rival states.
“Most visitors arrive with an idea of what the country is, largely based on the Vietnam War, or the ‘American War’ as the Vietnamese often refer to it. The war shaped the country we know today. Vietnamese people are hugely patriotic since the end of the war was the beginning of Vietnam as we know it today: a nation proud of its independence.”
In terms of where to visit, Sharp tells GayCities, “The easy answer is Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi, both of which have active LGBTQ+ communities, gay bars, and even a Pride festival held annually in Hanoi. We also love visiting Hoi An. Although there are no LGBTQ+ hotels or bars, LGBTQ+ visitors are typically welcomed with open arms. Here, travelers can choose to stay in the colonial-style old town, or one of the nearby beaches: Cua Dai Beach or Bai Bien Beach. Nearby Da Nang City (40 minutes by car) also has a handful of LGBTQ+ establishments.”
Food and affordability
Sharp says clients often give him the same feedback after their first Vietnam journey.
“They are often surprised by the hospitality and friendliness of the people. The war shaped the worldview of Vietnam, often in an unfavourable way. The reality is, the food is excellent, the people are friendly, and the history tells a story we could all learn from. On top of that, Vietnam often delivers better value for travelers seeking luxury that’s more wallet-friendly.”
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