Puerto Vallarta Sunset

Photo credit: Mexico Tourism

From the mystical Mayan ruins on the Yucatan to the perfectly preserved colonial cities in the central region to the surf and sand on the Pacific coasts, Mexico is a gay traveler's smorgasbord. Dominated by a vast desert in the north, a high volcano-dotted plateau in the center, and thick rainforests in the south, there's no end to what kinds of experiences await you here. Travelers quickly feel Mexico's history, with stunning pre-Colombian temples and ruins, rich colonial architecture, and towns that seem unchanged for hundreds of years.

And surprisingly, Mexico has rather liberal views towards homosexuality. To be sure, it's still more closeted than other parts of the world, with many locals keeping a heterosexual macho front even when in gay relationships, and a lesbian scene that is very underground. But gay beaches, gay bars, gay hotels and even gay marriage (in Mexico City) can be found.

Some LGBT infrastructure exists in nearly every Mexican city, but some spots are especially friendly for gay travel. Puerto Vallarta is spilling over with both local and gringo gays on its beaches, and it's home to numerous gay hotels and bars. Acapulco is a gay getaway for mainly Mexican vacationers. San Miguel de Allende is an artsy colonial town north of Mexico City that is friendly to LGBT travelers. Guadalajara, Mexico's second-largest city, has a large and open gay scene, and Mexico City's Zona Rosa district is a must-see on any gay travel agenda.

Featured Mexico Destinations:

Cancun

Puerto Vallarta

Photo credits: (left) Photodisc; (right)Mexico Tourism;

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