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Now Is The Time To Take A Vacation To Puerto Vallarta!

June 1st, 2009 No comments
by Darren Bradley

Have you ever wondered how you could experience an incredible vacation package on a modest budget? The answer is easy when you search online. Puerto Vallarta vacation rentals offer first class accommodations without completely draining your bank account. There are countless hotels and resorts right on the water that will be able to meet your needs. But what makes Puerto Vallarta the place to be?

Fun in the sun at the beach is the cheapest way to go and never fails to entertain, but sometimes you want something else to complete the vacation experience. The area offers some of the best options in the entire world. All of your favorite activities are available to you through Puerto Vallarta vacation rentals. Enjoy a round of golf at one of the fabulous courses. Go horseback riding on the beach at sunset. Even get a chance to swim with dolphins at a wildlife park. The possibilities are endless.

The best part about all of it is the price you will pay. Resorts accommodate anywhere from 8-10 people in a 3 bedroom apartment-style villa and start as little as $1800 a week, about what you would pay for a beach house somewhere in the States. This price, of course, includes spa access, cheaper meals and a lot of other goodies on top of merely the rental. With the world’s economy in rough times, Mexico (a country which needs tourism to sustain itself) is forced to offer even better deals than ever before. Puerto Vallarta vacation rentals offer the best bang for your buck!

If you are one of those people who likes to explore, this is the place to be. The town offers several historical sites that can fill up an entire day. Shopping is also a must when you go into town. Many artisans sell custom, handmade goods such as jewelry or clothing for a price that you will not be able to turn down. There are plenty of things to see that don’t cost money because this town is simply so unique.

If you aren’t sold on Puerto Vallarta vacation rentals, you should be. This is the best way to experience paradise because you would feel guilty paying half of your salary. Remember to hurry because your ideal time may be booked up the longer you wait, so take action before it’s too late. Fun and relaxation await in this tropical town!

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Hot Spots to Visit in Mexico: Acapulco, Cancun and Puerto Vallarta

April 27th, 2009 No comments

Now that the spring season is upon us and the summer heat will quickly be here, you are like anxious to start making plans for your well deserved vacation.

One gay destination that is growing in popularity that you will be thrilled to visit is Puerto Vallarta. Exactly what makes this destination so special? To begin with it is awesome. When you combine the wonderful climate, a captivating ocean bay, a lush jungle, excellent beaches and rugged mountains you get the ideal destination for a weekend getaway.

Puerto Vallarta is a small city. But don’t be quick to judge it by its size. Despite its small size, the city is truly a delightful city devoted to serve its visitors. This small city boasts of infrastructures of a modern resort while still retaining its old school Mexican charm.

This little city is home to excellent airports, charming restaurants, modern medical facilities, a supply of good drinking water, and a very safe environment, which makes this vacation destination seem like paradise. If you are a traveler that enjoys quaintness, but cant live without modern conveniences, then you have found your place.

If the benefits mentioned about Puerto Vallarta havent gotten your attention, then perhaps Acapulco is a better choice for you. Acapulco is about clear waters, sunny beaches as well as rugged mountains. It is a scheduled stop for cruise ships, a spring break destination and the perfect destination for gay couples or singles.

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.

The last, but definitely not least, gay destination that you should consider is Cancun. Many travelers agree that nothing compares to Cancun in regards to being one of the best gay travel destinations ever. Cancun is known as a haven for tourists, especially gay tourists.

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.

The well known Karamba club is Cancuns largest gay disco while the Picante is the oldest gay bar. You will love to party to the tunes of local and international DJ under the stars in the open air disco. The Karamba has nightly performances featuring impersonators that dance to the latest tunes and drag queens that lip synch Broadways tunes. The party gets going nightly at 10:30 and will likely drag on to the wee hours of the morning.

Picante is a hot spot that has been cooking for 14 years. When you go to Picante you will see their Vegas showgirl style strippers, dancers, singers as well as the bar owner and emcee Mother Picante. If youre really lucky you might be able to catch the once a year beauty pageant that takes place during Carnival and be able to witness the crowning of The Queen.

When you travel to Cancun you will never be hungry. The city is filled with wonderful restaurants that serve cuisines of international and local flavors.

To make your gay vacation one that is completely unforgettable, Cancun has an abundance of gay friendly hotels. You can make reservations at resorts like the Melia Cancun, Villas Tacul Boutique Hotel, the Presidente Intercontinental or the fabulous Hyatt Cancun Caribe. No matter what you are looking for in accommodations, you will find it in Cancun.

Start packing your bags and buy yourself a ticket to a tropical paradise. Whether you choose to travel to Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta or Cancun you will definitely have a perfectly gay time.

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Gay Travel Guide, Isla Mujeres

April 24th, 2009 No comments

It’s not as if there is a shortage of gay friendly vacation spots in the world where you can relax on the beach. However, this doesn’t mean that all of these destinations are equal.

Cancun’s Isla Mujeres is one of the world’s best places to hit the beach. This is a resort area in the Cancun area which features beautiful beaches, the ocean and the warm sun of the Yucatan Peninsula. If you’ve ever been to the area yourself, you know that this is one of the best places in Latin America, if not in the entire world to vacation.

Why Isla Mujeres? What makes this place special? Keep reading to see some of the reasons why this place keeps tourists coming back again and again.

A thriving fishing town, Isla Mujeres offers visitors a sort of glimpse into the past, letting you have a view of traditional Mexican seaside life. Of course, if you happen to be a fisherman, you may have an idea already, but this culture is one of the things which makes Isla Mujeres such a draw.

This area also provides a lot of great dining, shopping, and live entertainment. That means guests will never run short of things to do day or night.

There’s a lot to see here, but there is more than sightseeing to do on a visit here. The Cancun area has some of the most beautiful coast in Mexico.

In addition to the beauty of the waters, trips to the beaches here are great fun as there are a ton of activities to take part in. If you wish to learn how to surf or scuba dive, there are opportunities for that here.

Isla Mujeres is a great fishing spot, so if you’d like to get out on the water for the day and try your luck, there’s few other places in the world like it to spend your day fishing and relaxing. There’s no shortage of enjoyment here, whether on land or sea.

There’s one great activity you can do here which you can’t do at just any vacation spot. You can enjoy a Dolphin Discovery adventure. This is something which is appealing to the nature lover in all of us; and be honest ” who doesn’t love dolphins? On these excursions, you’ll have a chance to swim with dolphins. This is something which you’ll remember fondly about your trip for a lifetime.

With a variety of four and five star hotels, Isla Mujeres is a great choice for those who want to vacation in high style and enjoy world class luxury accommodations.

Of course, many vacationers are on a budget and there are plenty of more economical options for lodging. It doesn’t matter where you stay on Isla Mujeres ” you’re always close to all of the activities and the relaxation that this resort area has to offer.

If you’re looking for the perfect spot to get away from it all on your next vacation, Isla Mujeres is the place to be. Mexico has many great resorts, but there are none which can compare to Isla Mujeres for fun and relaxation.

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Cabo San Lucas – Water Sports in this Lovely Paradise

April 19th, 2009 No comments

Love snorkeling? Or, are you a surfing fanatic? You will love to do it in such a gorgeous place as Cabo San Lucas.

Cabo San Lucas, or Cabo is a place in Mexico that has become a growing world class vacation destination. No wonder they offer a wide variety of recreation and sports and leisure activities. Along the beautiful beaches of Cabo you will find water sports equipment from jet skis to snorkel to boogie boards and you guess it right, they have exciting water sports going on in the area.

Tourists may either kayak or motor across the bay to Lover’s Beach or they may opt to hang out at one of the many beach clubs to pass the day watching tourists and kids playing on the beach. Visiting tourists will surely enjoy the various water sports in Cabo San Lucas.

Snorkeling and scuba diving are also good activities to explore the beauty of the place. If you like underwater adventures, get your wetsuits and go to the beach! The Sea of Cortez will definitely give you an amazing underwater experience.

Divers are often seen exploring the waters near the Pelican Rock, and savoring the beauty of the sandfalls. Fabulous dive sites abound in Cabo and tourists and guests who would want to explore them are often accommodated in arranged schedules.

Private trips for your group can be planned, depending on where you desire to snorkel or dive. You can adore the sites of eels, guitarfish and colorful schools of reef fish and rays. Divers and snorkelers will definitely enjoy an excellent day trip to Cabo Pulmo Marine Park.

Water sports in Cabo are like magnets for surfers who love the waves. Waves of all types can be found at Los Cabos. You will find at the Los Cabos surfers of different nationalities; Italians, Australians, Japanese, Spanish, etc. You will also find among them famous surfers, Hollywood stars, models and even politicians.

While waiting for the waves, tourists get to meet different people and share experiences with them. The same experiences about the board, the waves and the sensation derived from surfing. The sea does not recognize whoever you are, or of what nationality. Los Cabos waters invite you to feel free and enjoy the water sports in Cabo San Lucas.

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Fast Facts on Cabo San Lucas

April 16th, 2009 No comments

Cabo San Lucas is a city in Mexico located at the southern tip of the Baja peninsula. It is often referred to as the country’s ‘Gold Coast’ and is simply called ‘Cabo’ or ‘Los Cabos.’ Cabo has a population of almost 60,000, and because of its pristine beaches and recreational activities, it has become Mexico’s premier holiday destination for tourists around the world.

The place has magnificent beaches, deluxe accommodations and resorts and offers many recreational activities, sports and parties. The rock formation called ‘The Arch’ or ‘El Arco’ is also an attraction in Cabo.

Cabo attracts tourists not only because of its gorgeous beaches, luxurious restaurants and resorts, but also because of its rich Marlin harvest. The place hosts the largest Marlin tournament in the world and hosts sport fishing tournaments all throughout the year.

Peso is the city’s national currency. If you are a tourist visiting Cabo San Lucas, it will delight you to know that the city provides ATM machines that accept foreign credit or debit cards. It also dispenses dollar or peso depending on your need.

There are also a lot of money exchange booths scattered in the area for those who may not have their needed currency. Some banks may not exchange dollars so ask before falling in line. The U.S. dollars are accepted in most establishments but your change will be in pesos. Credit cards are widely accepted but not all restaurants accept it so better ask before ordering. Tourist may also make use of traveler’s checks.

The usual business hours in Cabo are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 or 9:00 p.m. There are businesses which close during siesta hours. Mexico operates on 110 volt just like in the U.S. so there is no need to bring adaptors for chargers, laptops, etc.

Cabo San Lucas has also become popular to movie producers. The producers of Troy have taken some scenes in Cabo and the cast of Laguna Beach stars also have shots in Cabo for their spring break episode.

The beauty of Cabo has also attracted some famous Hollywood stars including Leonardo DiCaprio, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson, Jennifer Aniston and a lot more.

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