Great Gay Places to Visit in Mexico: Cancun, Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta
Now that the spring season is upon us and the summer heat will quickly be here, you are like anxious to start making plans for your well deserved vacation.
One gay travel destination that is quickly gaining in popularity and will have you excited to explore for yourself is Puerto Vallarta. What makes Puerto Vallarta so special? To begin with, the place is incredible. Because of a perfect climate, a tropical jungle, a stunning ocean bay, beautiful beaches and mountains, Puerto Vallarta is the perfect place for weekend getaway.
Puerto Vallarta itself is not large, but be careful not to judge it on its size alone. Even though the city is small, it is a delightful city that is devoted to serving its visitors. This little city is somehow able to retain the old school Mexican charm that it is famous for in the midst of a modern resort infrastructure.
The city also is home to charming restaurants, excellent airports, up-to-date medical services, reliable drinking water supply, and of course, a safe environment to make the place perfect to be a paradise. So if you are the type who are looking for quaintness without sacrificing modern conveniences, then this is your place.
If these things havent gotten your attention about Puerto Vallarta, then you may want to take a look at Acapulco. When you visit Acapulco you will enjoy clean waters, sunny beaches and rugged mountains. Acapulco is a major stop for cruise ships, a well known spring break destination and the perfect hot spot for gay singles or gay couples.
Acapulco is the opposite of Puerto Vallarta since it is famous for its very flamboyant gay clubs and bars. The gay bars in Acapulco might not be as upscale or refined as some of the clubs in big cities, but this is part of what makes Acapulco so unique.
Last, but definitely not least, you may want to take a look at the terrific gay vacation destination of Cancun. There are many gay travelers that believe that there is no better vacation destination, which explains its popularity. Cancun is a haven for all tourists, especially the gay traveler.
The main attraction to Cancun is definitely the nightlife. The funky and upbeat gay clubs like the Picante bar and the Karamba will definitely light up the nights in Cancun.
The Picante bar is the oldest gay bar in Cancun, while the Karamba is the biggest gay disco. You will have a blast partying under the tropical night sky in the open air disco at Karamba to the sounds of both international as well as local DJs. You will enjoy the nightly stage performances that feature drag queens lip synching Broadway show tunes as well as impersonators that dance to the hottest sounds. The party starts promptly at 10:30 p.m. and will likely last to the wee hours.
The Picante bar is still going strong after fourteen years in business. You may get lucky and be in Cancun to witness the annual beauty contest that is held during Carnival and can witness the crowning of The Queen. You will be able to see the owner of the bar and emcee, Mother Picante, introduce the line up of Vegas style strippers, dancers and showgirls.
When you travel to Cancun you will never be hungry. The city is filled with wonderful restaurants that serve cuisines of international and local flavors.
If this isnt enough to convince you that your gay vacation will be unforgettable, you will love the gay friendly resorts. One of the best places to stay is the lavish Hyatt Cancun Caribe. Other top hotels include the Presidente Intercontinental, the Melia Cancun or the Villas Boutique Hotel. Whatever you are looking for you will find that these resorts are perfect.
Get ready to pack your bags and grab your ticket to a tropical paradise. Whether you choose, Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta or Cancun you will definitely have a perfectly gay time. Bon Voyage!
