Gay riviera maya
The pride flag being raised in Playa del Carmen for Playa Pride
Playa del Carmen's growing homosexual scene plus Cozumel, Puerto Morelos and Akumal
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No longer the sleepy town tourists went to when they wanted to evade the crowds and parties of Cancún, Playa del Carmen (or just "Playa") has become a major destination itself and is the heart of the "Riviera Maya" the stretch of unreal beaches that goes south from Cancún to Tulum. Playa del Carmen makes a good anchor for exploring the area with its central location, the ferry to Cozumel and a concise drives to nearby cenotes, Puerto Morelos, Akumal and Tulum.
In Playa itself, there are more options than ever for nightlife and lots of places to remain including a small exclusively queer property Lote4 and lots of gay friendly options.
Playa del Carmen is also well known for music festivals, many of which have a enthusiastic LGBT tracking. The annual Playa Pride celebration in June and Queer Production Fest in November are also big draws.
If you're going to Cozumel, the ferry leaves right
Our Riviera Maya homosexual guide sets out the best male lover hotels to wait in, our favorite gay hangouts, where to eat, what to do, and more.
We once mind of this place as our minute secret. Never too crowded, never too raucous. Always pleasant and serene.
Luckily, even as more and more people discover it, Riviera Maya is still holding onto that soft charm that made us plunge in love in the first place.
The gay scene may be tamer than Cancun, but its presence is still felt, especially in Playa del Carmen. If you leave at the right time of year you’ll find colorful gay parties, in particular, the Mayan Xcapade on Labor Day Weekend in early September.
Beyond the gay nightlife, the beaches of the Riviera Maya are simply divine – one of the many reasons why we were drawn here initially. The white sands, still blue waters, and gorgeous Caribbean weather are indescribably delightful – you require to experience it to truly be grateful the magic of it.
The Riviera Maya is also accepted with history and nature enthusiasts. There are tons of ancient ruin sites and Maya
We share our best commute tips in this accomplish guide to the gorgeous Playa Del Carmen: practical safety tips, where to stay, go out, party, and tan!
The men are hot. The drinks are bottomless. The beaches are never-ending. The weather is gorgeous. There aren’t enough nice things to exclaim about Playa Del Carmen.
As a sassy Frenchman and a Greek guy, we like to notice ourselves as quite a fiery duo. Yet on our first trip to Mexico years ago, we quickly realized we were nowhere near as vivacious as we aspired to be. We went from feeling like a spicey paella to a chicken stew very quickly. Yet the more we call on, the more the soul of the nation takes hold.
Playa del Carmen is a gorgeous little nest in the wider fabulously gay Riviera Maya that embraces its visitors and thrusts them into the high energy, passionate, and wildly invigorating atmosphere. The parties are some of the most outrageous we’ve ever seen, with boisterous music, extravagant performances, and a free-spirited crowd.
Despite all this, it can still be a relaxing and tranquil place to unwind. The beache
Gay Riviera Maya, Mexico
By Mike Boisvert.
The Riviera Maya, also known as the Mayan Riviera, lies just to the south of Cancun but feels worlds away. The stunning Playa del Carmen has all the brilliance of its neighbor up north, but without the hoards of tourists. In fact, try flying into Cozumel and then taking the ferry over – less crowded and a far cooler experience!
The million-acre Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and the secluded villages of Majahaul and Xcalak are as far away from Cancun as you can become on Mexico's Caribbean coast, and not just in miles.
This 75 mile chunk of the Yucatan Peninsula is often lauded as the most beautiful part of Mexico, and with perfect weather, soft pale sand beaches, and sparkling clear water, it’s simple to get lost in this Mexican paradise. And easier to swim: the island of Cozumel blocks much of the pounding Gulf surf, calming things down nicely
Set against the deep turquoise sea, Costa Maya is comprised of three grand pavilions, artisan and costamaya shopping areas, a beach club, saltwater pools, fine restaurants and bars,