The Hottest Gay Friendly Beaches in Mexico, Cancun

By Ricardo d Argence

For the travelers that are thinking of taking a holiday in Mexico, you will love the pristine beaches that are around the hotel zone in Cancun. The beaches were restored to their beauty by over two hundred people after a violent storm carried much of the sand away. Visitors that spend time on these beaches agree that they are fantastic.

The accommodations at the posh resorts are not the only thing about Cancun that is inviting and luxurious, the beaches are inviting as will.

After the beaches were rebuilt they are about 50% larger than they previously were. Hotel visitors are able to enjoy the additional beach area relaxing and enjoying the many activities that are offered.

The beaches extending into the Caribbean are usually referred to as the north side beaches. The beaches on the north side are protected for the strong currents by Isla Mujeres. Many people find that this beach is great for family fun and swimming since the winds and waves are extremely mild.

People that participate in water sports might like the beaches on the east side much better.

On the east side, starting at the Hotel Zone where the land extends in to the Caribbean is where Playa Las Perlas is located. This beach is popular for both water sports and swimming and has plenty of restaurants and bars close by.

Playa Linda is a beach on the north side an area where there are many tourist destinations; because of the calm crystal clear water here, this beach is ideal for family water sports. Those of you who enjoy scuba diving will enjoy the tours on offer in this area.

The neighboring beaches, Playa Langosta and Playa Tortugas are known for the relaxing atmosphere and pristine sand on the beaches. These two beaches are ideal for people that enjoy the active water sports such as water skiing, boating or jet skiing since the waves are much more active than other areas.

Playa Caracol is one of the most popular beaches in the Cancun area. This stunning beach is known for its long stretches of soft glimmering sand and shallow waters leading out to a sandy smooth bottom. This beaches is widely popular for families that have children. Kids enjoy playing in the clear waters and families enjoy visiting the nearby shops or dining in one of the restaurants nearby.

Playa Delfines is popular for single and gay couples, in fact it is known as the unofficial gay beach in Cancun. Just look for that grassy slope down to the beach and you'll understand what I am saying. Not just that it is a great place for sunning, surfing, and everything in between. Plus, this is one place where the sun is not the only thing that is burning hot.

Travelers that decide on an east side beach will experience much breezier conditions with higher waves than beaches on the north side. However, there a some beaches on the east side to choose from that are family friendly.

Chac Mool, Playa Marlin, and Gaviota Azul are the beaches that are the furthest north on the eastern side of the hotel zone. Many people feel that these beaches are not as glamorous as some other beaches due to the high waves. For this reason, these beaches are enjoyed by people that enjoy parasailing and windsurfing.

Playa Ballenas is situated in one of Cancun's most exciting areas with plenty to explore on land as well. There are a lot of fun water sports to be enjoyed like boating, tubing, water-skiing and of course swimming a really fun and friendly beach.

Playa Delfines and Playa Nizuc are beaches that are known for offering some of the most scenic views in Cancun. These beaches also offer and abundance of restaurants to relax in after a long day of fun in the sun. - 29868

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