i'm travelling asia from feb '08 & was just wondering as a openly gay man if anyone could tell me where to go?

Thailand. The ladyboys (if that's what you like) are amazing.
There are plenty of opne gays as well.

Are you with someone, or single & searching? Pattaya and Bangkok may be what you want.

try going to gay bars in manila. you will see guys dancing naked on the dancefloor. you can also take them home.there are lots of them there.
and in manila,you will see straight guys walking naked in the streets. i know you will enjoy these sights

goodluck on your trip.