Great Gay Places to Visit in Mexico: Cancun, Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta

By Ricardo d Argence

Now that the spring season is in full swing and the sizzling summer sun is right around the corner, you are probably anxious to start planning your next vacation getaway.

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 those few things about Puerto Vallarta did not quite get your attention, then may be Acapulco is the one for you. Acapulco is all about sunny Pacific beaches, clean waters, and rugged mountains. It is also about cruise ships, an up-and-coming spring break destination and an ideal hot spot for both gay singles and couples.

Opposite to Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco is famous for its flamboyant gay bars and clubs. Its gay bars may not be that refined or upscale as most big city clubs, but that is what makes Acapulco a unique experience.

And the last, but certainly not the least, gay destination on the list is Cancun. I think nothing beats Cancun with regards to being the most popular gay destination ever. The place is the haven for tourists, especially the gay crowd.

The prime feature of this island is the nightlife. Upbeat and funky gay bars such as Karamba and Picante bar will light your nights up in Cancun.

Karamba bar is the largest gay disco in Cancun while Picante bar is their oldest gay club. Party under the night sky in Karamba's open air disco to the tunes of both local and international djs. There are also nightly stage performances with drag queens lip-synching to Broadway tunes and impersonators dancing to the latest tunes. Parties start at the stroke of 10:30 pm and stretches well out into the wee hours of the morning.

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.

Cancun is one place where you'll never grow hungry. The city is teeming with restaurants of local and international 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! - 29868

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