Guanajuato: The Land of Frogs

When theme parks, beaches, scuba diving, and whale watching have lost their charm after multiple vacations to Mexico, perhaps a visit to The Land of Frogs in Central Mexico is in order. With modern museums, cultural events almost year-round, and an almost perfect year-round temperate climate in which to enjoy this country’s Crown Jewel, Guanajuato can be the perfect alternative to the usual vacation fare. ...more
December 11, 2006

Peru Passion

There is inequity in this world. When someone was working out the equations for the planet and dividing beauty among the geographies, Peru got double, maybe triple its share. Three worlds in one, and much more than three vacations worth of experiences beckon return visits again and again. ...more
September 06, 2006

Packages From Peru

When traveling in Peru, the best-intentioned souvenir gifts you acquire may very well end up on your own knickknack shelves. Grabbed up from a street side vendor because they were too inexpensive to pass up, upon closer inspection when unpacking back home, they may seem too good to give away. ...more
February 13, 2006

Puerto Vallarta

If you're looking to get away from it all for just one week and you don't have a lot of money to spend, look no further than Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! Just three hours south by air from California, Arizona and Texas, this tropical paradise offers great food, exotic nightlife and wonderful relaxation, all at an incredible price! ...more
January 26, 2006

Saudade for Salvador

Salvador, which was the original capital of the Brazil, is a city perched above a huge, island-filled bay called "the Bay of All Saints." But for three centuries, this bay was also the not-so-saintly center for the African slave trade. This accounts for the heavily Afro-influenced music, food, and spirituality that make Bahia so distinct from the rest of Brazil. ...more
January 23, 2006

Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta boasts 17 gay bars and nightclubs and at least 14 gay friendly hotels and bed and breakfasts. Puerto Vallarta's gay center is the southern part of the city in a neighborhood commonly known as Zona Romantica. Its cobblestone streets are jammed well into the night with tourists and locals enjoying the countless shops, restaurants, and nightclubs. ...more
June 06, 2005

A Gay Visitor’s Guide To Santiago, Chile

One big advantage that Chile's capital city of Santiago offers the gay visitor is that, unlike many big cities, it’s most popular gay spots are in one general area. It is possible to sample various places in one evening without spending all night or a fortune in cab fare. ...more
January 03, 2005

Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta has become the hottest gay destination in Mexico. Long sandy beaches filled with hot men & women from around the world, beautiful romantic ocean and mountain views, and a wide array of clubs and restaurants are like a pink magnet to Puerto Vallarta. ...more
November 15, 2004

Alternative Lifestyle Vacation Combines High Adventure, Simple Luxury

Rafting, canyoning, hiking and horseback riding make any trip exciting, but when travelers share these adventures with people they care about, the experience becomes even more memorable. H2O Patagonia provides a unique getaway for same-sex couples as well as gay and lesbian singles where they can enjoy a rare combination of adventure, luxury and peace of mind. ...more
November 10, 2004

Manaus: Sensual Capital of the Amazon

Citizens of the massive State of Amazonas, of which Manaus is the capital, are just as comfortable in the water as on dry land. They learn to swim as soon as they learn to walk. Their situation at the edge of human habitation, I believe, fosters open-mindedness. Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals, Transsexuals and Straights live, work and party together in sweet harmony. ...more
July 05, 2004

Costa Rica

Looking for the perfect place to vacation on a budget? Why not try beautiful Costa Rica? This archaeologically mysterious place has been described as "the most biologically intense place on earth" by National Geographic. It also has your choice of peaceful white sandy beaches or rolling mountains and rainforests. ...more
March 09, 2004

Cancun

Located on the northeast point of the Yucatan peninsula, Cancun is simply the perfect beach getaway.  Had you said, "Hey! Let's go to Cancun!" twenty years ago you might have gotten some strange looks! Only in the early '70s did hotels and lodgings begin to flourish into the Mexican city that people now dream of visiting. But dream no more, my dears! We are on our way! ...more
January 28, 2004

Puerto Calling

Tens of thousands of gay travelers from North America already know that Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is one of the most popular gay travel destinations. If you’ve been there you know why. Great weather, a gay-friendly environment, plenty of gay venues and a lively beach scene is why many people return again and again. ...more
March 07, 2003

Complete Guide to Buenos Aires Gay Travel

Welcome to Buenos Aires! In this city you `ll find a mix between the elegance of the Europe capitals and the spirit of South America . The city was founded by immigrants that came mostly in the XIX century from Spain, Italy, France, Germany, etc. You will experience a sort of deja vù visitng the grand boulevards, expansive parks, magnificent architecture, and ever-changing fashion of Argentina's beautiful capital. ...more
March 04, 2003

Captivating Costa Rica

To my mind, the most exciting gay- friendly destination in the world has no army, the longest and most democratic government in Central America, the highest literacy rate in all of Latin America, and the sweetest, most congenial people I've encountered almost anywhere--  nicknamed "Ticos" ...more
October 03, 2002