Mexico's Top Gay Friendly Beaches, Cancun
If you are planning a getaway in Mexico you will be pleasantly surprised when you see the stunning beaches surrounding Cancuns hotel zone. It took the efforts of over two hundred people to restore the beaches when a storm carried a great deal of sand away. Their efforts really paid off because the beaches are beautiful.
The accommodations of the various resorts are inviting and luxurious just as the beaches are.
After the beaches were rebuilt they are about 50% larger than they previously were. Hotel visitors are able to enjoy the additional beach area relaxing and enjoying the many activities that are offered.
The beaches extending into the Caribbean are usually referred to as the north side beaches. The beaches on the north side are protected for the strong currents by Isla Mujeres. Many people find that this beach is great for family fun and swimming since the winds and waves are extremely mild.
People that participate in water sports might like the beaches on the east side much better.
Located at the beginning of the Hotel Zone where the land stretches into the Caribbean you will find Playa Las Perlas, this is a very popular beach for all swimming and water sport enthusiasts, close by are plenty of bars and restaurants.
Another beach on the north side that features crystal clear and calm waters is Playa Linda. This beach is home to many tourists destinations including scuba diving tours for the scuba enthusiast.
Playa Tortugas and Playa Langosta are two neighboring beaches that are well known for their relaxed atmosphere and beaches with pristine sand. This is also a great beach for those who enjoy active water sports like jet skiing, water skiing or boating as the waves can get more active than in other areas.
Playa Caracol is one of the most popular beaches in Cancun. The stunning beach has long stretches of soft sand that glimmers in the sun and shallow water leading out with a smooth sandy bottom. Families with children really enjoy the crystal clear waters and have fun playing at this beach. When they have had enough sun they enjoy browsing in the many shops in the area and dining in one the fabulous restaurants.
Playa Delfines is popular for single and gay couples, in fact it is known as the unofficial gay beach in Cancun. Just look for that grassy slope down to the beach and you'll understand what I am saying. Not just that it is a great place for sunning, surfing, and everything in between. Plus, this is one place where the sun is not the only thing that is burning hot.
Those who choose a beach at the east side of Cancun will experience far breezier and higher waves than the north side, although there are still some beaches that are family friendly to choose from.
Playa Marlin, Chac Mool and Gaviota Azul are the northern most beaches on the east side in the hotel zone and are not as glamorous as many of the other beaches. However, there are many people that enjoy the high wave action found at these beaches which is perfect for windsurfing and parasailing.
Play Ballenas can be found in one of the most exciting areas in Cancun, offering plenty of land exploration as well. This is a really friendly beach that offers all kinds of fun activities like water skiing, tubing, boating and swimming.
Playa Nizuc and Playa Delfines are beaches that offer some of the most beautiful scenery in Cancun, offering plenty of lovely restaurants to choose from after a long day on the beach.
