Learn About The Good Points Of Taking Gay Vacations To Mexico

For a vacation filled with a combination of culture, history, and fun, consider Mexico. You can find big cities packed with night clubs or ancient ruins from long ago. Whether you’re looking for a couple’s trip or a singles excursion, gay vacations to Mexico can be designed whatever you want.

Though the culture of the country is typically conservative, Mexico is a tolerant, welcoming place to visit. There are anti-discrimination and gay rights laws throughout the country, and large local gay scenes in the major cities. If you are looking for gay friendly environment, then there are many places in Mexico to accommodate you.

Mexico City is the capital and one of the biggest cities in the world with lots to offer. Learn all about the country through its vast number of museums. It is even home to the world’s third largest pyramid and a host of ancient ruins. Accommodations can be whatever you like, whether you prefer modern hotels or charming bed and breakfasts.

The center of gay activity is called La Zona Rosa (The Pink Zone). The area is named after the pink stones that make up the city streets. The majority of the city’s bars and clubs are in this area, and many of them are gay themed. A tip to remember: the locals use public transportation to get home at night. Clubs reach capacity early in the evening because the Metro closes around eleven in the evening.

Puerto Vallarta is a charming old town with modern amenities. Internet cafes and ATMs have been infused into the city for the benefit of the many travelers that come. If you are looking for a little adventure, there are hikes along rivers in the jungle and waterfalls to go skinny dipping in.

Catch a glimpse of whales or dolphins while laying on one of Puerto Vallarta gay beaches. There is so much to take in, with everything from upscale restaurants and horseback riding to enjoy. Special activities increase during the high season, activities like gay bingo, are alternated with night time strip and drag shows.

Cancun is a hot spot for anyone looking for a reasonably priced sun soaked vacation. The beaches here are known as some of the most beautiful in the world, and it is an excellent spot for underwater activity. When you want to leave the hotel district, downtown Cancun is great for shopping and meeting some of the locals.

Cancun is slowly emerging as a gay hot spot, though at one time it was known for having no official gay beach. That has changed with a crop of gay bars and a beach that is located at the south end of the hotel zone called Playa Delfines. In May there is the Cancun International Gay Festival and in November there is the Cancun Riviera Maya Gay Fall Festival.

These cities are only the beginning. There are many more options to choose from for those looking for gay travel to Mexico. The wonderful weather, beautiful surroundings, and friendly people keep tourists coming back for more every year.

Gay trips to Mexico tips by Howie Holben. His company, Spirit Journeys, is a gay travel firm. Spirit Journeys makes available spiritual gay tours world wide.