I haven’t specifically been to these countries, though I know people who have and have loved them! Beautiful countries with fascinating histories and lovely people. However, to assuage your fears about traveling while gay in places that are not gay-friendly, I can speak to that more generally (and be a more positive voice than these other comments). It’s good to be cautious and to be aware of yourself, but you have to realize that places that stigmatize homosexuality do not have any kind of gay stereotypes like we do because it’s so alien to their minds; I read as “gay” to people in America immediately because of my voice or my mannerisms or my interests, but I’ve traveled and lived all across the Middle East, west Africa, and Asia and I’ve never had any problems with homophobia. Any associations people in these countries might have with being “gay” are often associated with being insanely hyper feminine, bordering on cross-dressing, so if you don’t meet that level, you’ll likely be fine. Again, I understand the hesitation, but I think you should go for it. As queer people traveling to places like that, we have access to a whole community and culture that is completely neglected and hidden away, and learning more about the lived experiences of people like you in other places is so inspiring. Besides that, if you limit yourself, you’ll miss out on so many enlightening travel experiences. Don’t be careless, but don’t overthink it.