{"id":81139,"date":"2021-08-09T10:35:02","date_gmt":"2021-08-09T15:35:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=81139"},"modified":"2021-08-10T10:32:58","modified_gmt":"2021-08-10T15:32:58","slug":"10-best-destinations-in-mexico-for-lgbtq-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2021\/08\/10-best-destinations-in-mexico-for-lgbtq-travelers\/","title":{"rendered":"10 best destinations in Mexico for LGBTQ travelers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong>\u00a0All travel is subject to frequently-changing governmental restrictions\u2014please check federal, state, and local advisories before scheduling trips.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>As one of the more progressive countries in Latin America, Mexico has long been a popular choice with LGBTQIA vacationers. Its sun-soaked beaches, historic colonial towns, and soaring urban metropolises offer an array of activities and attractions, and every region offers its own unique appeal.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to fall in love with one Mexican destination and keep going back. But why limit yourself? To help you grow your wish list, here are the 10 best destinations in Mexico for LGBTQIA travelers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/lp\/lgbtq-gay-travel-hotels?eapid=0&amp;pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa&amp;tpid=70201\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>RELATED:<\/strong>\u00a0Visit our LGBTQIA travel hub for welcoming hotels, the ultimate queer events calendar, inspiration, and more!<\/a><\/p>\n<h1><strong>Cancun <\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_81142\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-81142\" class=\"wp-image-81142 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cancun.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cancun.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cancun-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cancun-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cancun-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cancun-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cancun-604x340.jpg 604w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-81142\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cancun | Photo by Quintana Roo Tourism Board<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Mexico\u2019s biggest mass-market tourism destination is also a surprisingly enjoyable place for LGBTQIA travelers. The range of hotel choices is unmatched, so you can choose the style and budget that suits your taste, whether it\u2019s adults-only properties like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Cancun-Hotels-Live-Aqua-Beach-Resort-Cancun-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h1140762.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun<\/strong><\/a> or family-friendly resorts like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Cancun-Hotels-Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h11669114.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hyatt Ziva Cancun All Inclusive<\/strong><\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Cancun-Hotels-Iberostar-Selection-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h4592689.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Iberostar Selection Cancun All Inclusive<\/strong><\/a> is one of the closest to<strong> Playa Delfines<\/strong>, the gayest beach. LGBTQIA-specific nightlife is mostly downtown, away from the Hotel Zone, and it tends to attract a more local crowd\u2014which is a plus for those who want to avoid an overly touristy night out. Top downtown venues include <strong>11:11<\/strong> and <strong>Laser Hot Bar<\/strong>, both of which offer generous drink specials and lively drag shows.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Guadalajara<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_81144\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-81144\" class=\"size-full wp-image-81144\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Guadalajara.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Guadalajara.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Guadalajara-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Guadalajara-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Guadalajara-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Guadalajara-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-81144\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marcha de la Diversidad, Guadalajara Pride | Photo: Government of Jalisco<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Mexico\u2019s second-largest city is considered an LGBTQ mecca and also an ideal place to explore Mexican culture\u2014especially mariachi, tequila and charreria (Mexican rodeos), all of which are long-standing traditions in the region. Check into a trendy boutique property like the sleek <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Guadalajara-Hotels-Hotel-Demetria.h4054721.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hotel Demetria<\/strong><\/a> or a luxurious hotel with hacienda-style elegance like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Guadalajara-Hotels-Quinta-Real-Guadalajara.h7745.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Quinta Real Guadalajara<\/strong><\/a>. The bulk of the LGBTQIA nightlife is in the historic downtown; dance clubs like <strong>California\u2019s<\/strong> and <strong>Caudillos Disco Bar<\/strong>\u00a0are longstanding favorites. For a more youthful, upscale vibe, head to <strong>Envy<\/strong>, a gay nightclub in the hip Americana neighborhood. The city also hosts an impressively large Pride march in June.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Mazatlan<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_81143\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-81143\" class=\"size-full wp-image-81143\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Lolly.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Lolly.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Lolly-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Lolly-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Lolly-255x340.jpg 255w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Lolly-414x552.jpg 414w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Lolly-354x472.jpg 354w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-81143\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lolly nightclub | Photo: Mark Chestnut, LatinFlyer.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The so-called \u201cpearl of the Pacific,\u201d Mazatl\u00e1n offers something that few beach destinations can: a truly historic city center, complete with the beautifully restored <strong>Angela Peralta Theater<\/strong> hosting live music, dance, and theater. The lovely <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Mazatlan-Hotels-Casa-Lucila-Hotel-Boutique.h1861901.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Casa Lucila Hotel Boutique<\/strong><\/a> offers stunning sunset views as well as great proximity to the restaurants and art galleries downtown, while beachfront resorts like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Mazatlan-Hotels-Pueblo-Bonito-Mazatlan-All-Inclusive.h522426.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan<\/strong><\/a> and the budget-friendly <strong>El Cid hotels<\/strong> are closer to LGBTQIA nightlife. Two LGBTQ dance clubs\u2014<strong>PP Club<\/strong> and <strong>Lolly Pop<\/strong>\u2014are both located in the Golden Zone, where most of the resort-style hotels are located. Mazatlan\u2019s Pride celebration takes place in June, and the city also stages one of Mexico\u2019s largest carnival celebrations.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Mexico City<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_81146\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-81146\" class=\"wp-image-81146 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mexico-City-Pride.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mexico-City-Pride.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mexico-City-Pride-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mexico-City-Pride-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mexico-City-Pride-255x340.jpg 255w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mexico-City-Pride-414x552.jpg 414w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mexico-City-Pride-354x472.jpg 354w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-81146\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mexico City Pride<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The first major Latin American city to legalize same-sex marriage (way back in 2009), Mexico City is a sophisticated hub for culture, the arts, shopping, and culinary creativity. Noteworthy accommodation options include gay-owned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Mexico-City-Hotels-Condesa-Haus-BB.h39018723.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Condesa Haus B&amp;B<\/strong><\/a>, located in one of the city\u2019s hippest neighborhoods, and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Mexico-City-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Mexico-City.h2469062.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St. Regis Mexico City<\/a><\/strong>, which offers a sumptuous stay just steps from the Zona Rosa, the city\u2019s lively epicenter for LGBTQ nightlife. <strong>Kinky<\/strong> and <strong>El Taller<\/strong> are among the popular dance clubs here, while <strong>Vaqueros<\/strong> is a fun, cowboy-themed gay bar and <strong>Nicho Bear &amp; Bar<\/strong> is designed for bears but welcomes all. The city\u2019s massive annual Pride march, which takes place on the last Saturday of June, is one of the best in Latin America.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Riviera Maya<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_42000\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42000\" class=\"size-full wp-image-42000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/orbitz2.jpg\" alt=\"Mexico, Tulum, Caribbean, Cancun, beaches, Yucatan Peninsula\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/orbitz2.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/orbitz2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/orbitz2-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/orbitz2-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-42000\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tulum, Mexico<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Mexico\u2019s Riviera Maya, a nearly 100-mile stretch of Caribbean coastline that runs south of Cancun, attracts all sorts of sun worshippers, and the two most popular places for LGBTQIA vacationers are <strong>Playa del Carmen<\/strong> and <strong>Tulum<\/strong>. Both are strollable, laidback towns, and in Playa del Carmen you\u2019ll find LGBTQ nightlife at <strong>Playa 69<\/strong>, a dance club with drag performances and DJs. In Tulum, LGBTQIA-friendly beach clubs like <strong>Conestesia<\/strong> and <strong>Gitano Beach Tulum<\/strong> attract an array of vacationers with an artsy vibe, beachfront drinks and dining. Tulum\u2019s next major LGBTQIA event is slated for November 4\u20137, when <strong>Mystiko<\/strong> will bring more than 20 international DJs for a series of music-fueled parties. The Riviera Maya welcomes yet another LGBTQIA celebration on February 2\u20138, 2022, when the <strong>Arena Festival<\/strong> takes place at multiple locations.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Puerto Vallarta<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_81145\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-81145\" class=\"wp-image-81145 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Puerto-Vallarta.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Puerto-Vallarta.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Puerto-Vallarta-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Puerto-Vallarta-768x396.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Puerto-Vallarta-600x310.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Puerto-Vallarta-659x340.jpg 659w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-81145\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Almart Resort<\/p><\/div>\n<p>By far the highest-profile destination for international LGBTQIA visitors, Puerto Vallarta is known for its bustling gay beach, <strong>Blue Chairs<\/strong>, vibrant LGBTQIA nightlife (nearly all of which is in the easily walkable <strong>Zona Rom\u00e1ntica<\/strong>) and array of gay and LGBTQIA-friendly hotels, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Blue-Chairs-Resort-By-The-Sea.h1683671.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Blue Chairs Resort by the Sea<\/strong><\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Almar-Resort-Luxury-LGBT-Beach-Front-Experience.h12488321.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Almar Resort Luxury LGBT Beach Front Experience<\/strong><\/a>, which recently debuted the new, 50-room Mantamar Tower as well as a new pool and garden. The next <strong>Vallarta Pride<\/strong> takes place May 23-30, 2022.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Riviera Nayarit<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_81147\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-81147\" class=\"size-full wp-image-81147\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/W-Punta-de-Mita.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/W-Punta-de-Mita.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/W-Punta-de-Mita-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/W-Punta-de-Mita-768x394.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/W-Punta-de-Mita-600x308.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/W-Punta-de-Mita-663x340.jpg 663w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-81147\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">W Punta de Mita<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Puerto Vallarta may provide one of Mexico\u2019s biggest LGBTQIA beachfront party scenes, but the region just north of the airport, the Riviera Nayarit, lures travelers with an enticing blend of luxurious accommodations, relaxing beach towns, and natural beauty. Friendly properties include the gloriously private <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Imanta-Resorts-Punta-De-Mita.h4507132.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Imanta<\/strong><\/a>, the hip <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-W-Punta-De-Mita.h15281436.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">W Punta de Mita<\/a><\/strong> and the sumptuous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Punta-Mita-Resort.h1929211.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>St. Regis Punta Mita<\/strong><\/a>, and visitors usually make time to explore beach towns like <strong>Sayulita<\/strong>, which attracts an impressive number of celebrities. The Riviera Nayarit is an excellent option for romantic getaways and LGBTQIA destination weddings, which can incorporate fascinating indigenous Huichol traditions.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_73847\" style=\"width: 1274px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73847\" class=\"size-full wp-image-73847\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/san-miguel.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1264\" height=\"830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/san-miguel.jpg 1264w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/san-miguel-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/san-miguel-768x504.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/san-miguel-600x394.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/san-miguel-518x340.jpg 518w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1264px) 100vw, 1264px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-73847\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">San Miguel de Allende<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Like the Riviera Nayarit, much of San Miguel de Allende\u2019s appeal lies in its ability to provide relaxing and luxurious getaways. The town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is dotted with what is likely one of the nation\u2019s largest concentrations of luxury hotels\u2014properties like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/San-Miguel-De-Allende-Hotels-Rosewood-San-Miguel-De-Allende.h3907636.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Rosewood San Miguel de Allende<\/strong><\/a> and two members of the Design Hotels portfolio: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/San-Miguel-De-Allende-Hotels-Hotel-Matilda.h1046411.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hotel Matilda<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/San-Miguel-De-Allende-Hotels-Dos-Casas-Spa-Hotel-A-Member-Of-Design-Hotels.h1789491.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Dos Casas Spa &amp; Hotel<\/strong><\/a>. San Miguel doesn\u2019t offer LGBTQIA-specific nightlife; this a place to relax, indulge and savor the cuisine, arts scene and outdoor activities like hot-air ballooning, hiking, and horseback riding. For bars and nightclubs, consider a stay in the picturesque nearby city of Guanajuato, which also has a UNESCO-recognized downtown, as well as an array of cultural activities, plus two LGBTQIA venues: <strong>My Crush<\/strong>, a lounge bar with an outside terrace, and <strong>W Club<\/strong>, a dance club that hosts colorful drag shows.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Zipolite<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_77141\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-77141\" class=\"wp-image-77141 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/zipolite.jpg\" alt=\"zipolite, mexico\" width=\"800\" height=\"524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/zipolite.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/zipolite-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/zipolite-768x503.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/zipolite-600x393.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/zipolite-519x340.jpg 519w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-77141\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Playa Zipolite<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Home to Mexico\u2019s only officially recognized nude beach, the tiny Pacific coastal town of Zipolite, located near Huatulco in the state of Oaxaca, attracts free-spirited travelers, a sizeable percentage of whom are LGBTQIA. <strong>Playa del Amor<\/strong> is the gayest section of the beach, but it\u2019s not uncommon to see diverse orientations and identities around town. Friendly accommodations include <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Santa-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-Buda-Mar-Zipolite-Buena-Vida.h11803973.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buda Mar Zipoolite<\/a><\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Santa-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-El-Alquimista-Yoga-Spa.h6438598.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Alquimista Yoga &amp; Spa<\/a>, both of which sit on the beach, while <strong>ChiZme<\/strong> is a cute LGBTQIA bar that often hosts live music.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Queer paradise awaits!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":81156,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[2705,31],"tags":[304,2895,2943],"class_list":["post-81139","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cancun","category-mexico","tag-beach","tag-city","tag-lgbtqia"],"acf":{"api_active":false,"api_title":"","api_excerpt":"","api_featured_image":false,"api_lob":"Hotels"},"posts_api_cpm_point":"","yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>10 best destinations in Mexico for LGBTQ travelers | Orbitz<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Mexico knows how to roll out the rainbow carpet. 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