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When people think of Mexico they tend to think of this country as traditional, macho and Catholic. Nothing is further from the truth. Just like everywhere else there are places where there is homosexuality in Mexico.

Civil unions between gays have been legalized in the northern border state of Coahuila and Mexico City. The states of Veracruz and Michoacan are on the verge of passing the same measures just like Jalisco, Colima, Puebla and Guerrero.

Still homosexual is still in the closet, many gays still maintain a macho facade and the lesbian’s are still mostly underground. This is even though Mexico is very liberal in attitude towards homosexuality.

In general, Mexicans are more private about their personal lives than are Americans. Mexico is a country which gladly welcomes vacationers gay and straight alike. Mexico is such a gay friendly country that Planetout named it the top destination for gay travel in 2007.  Read more...

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.

The local area is a fishing community that is filled with much history. This history permeates the atmosphere and this makes a visit here immediately memorable. In a way, a visit here is like a look into the past when vibrant fishing communities were more common than they are today.

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.  Read more...

Jellyfish and Weeverfish Stings

If you or someone you are with is stung by a Weeverfish, place the inflamed area in hot (but not scalding) water. Be sure to test the temperature of the water before applying.

Jellyfish sting can be extremely painful and even life threatening depending on the species and any existing medical conditions. In most cases, the discomfort is the biggest concern and this can be alleviated by splashing or spraying with salt water or urine. However, you should avoid applying any pressure as this will aggravate the sting. If you can get hold of an ice pack or even a cold can and rub this on the area very gently, this should also provide some level of comfort. However, be on guard and ready to seek professional medical advice if an accelerated pulse rate or any breathing difficulties develop.  Read more...

Arthur here. I am just living the dream. I work as an underwater photographer. I have been visiting some of the Cayes off of Belize, the reefs off of Honduras , and visiting Scuba schools all over central America and selling my photographs to tourists. There is nothing else I could realistically see myself enjoying as much as this.

At present I find myself in a very exclusive resort hotel on CR’s pacific coast, feeling the same rush of excitement as I did last month when I pulled up into the Ritz-Carlton in South Beach. This place is called Sol Papagayo Resort. It’s spectacular. The flower arrangements in the lobby alone were enough to inspire the artist in me to break out the camara.

My deluxe pad is spacious and incredibly comfy. A slight breeze is coming in off the sea, beckoning me to delve into its’ depths. Today would be the perfect day for it, but, alas, I have other big plans. The staff at reception helped me find a tour through the rain forest canopy, ziplining in a local reserve. This will be a first, and I am excited to experience the immense biodiversity that such an ecosystem boasts.  Read more...

If you are searching for an exciting getaway that is rich in history and packed with fun, your search is over. The destination that will meet your needs is Chichen Itza. This amazing historic location is considered to be one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Your memories of this site will live remain with you throughout your lifetime since it is absolutely unforgettable.

You could also include a fun trip to Cancun while visiting you are visiting Chichen Itza since it a short trip that can be taken by bus or car. If you are already planning to visit Cancun a day trip to Chichen Itza would be a perfect way to take a break from the exciting atmosphere of Cancun and spend some time in more peaceful atmosphere that holds its own unique type of excitement. A day trip to Chichen Itza will make it possible for your to experience the full culture of Mexico and its many sides.

Chichen Itza is an archeological site that blends the styles of the Toltec and the Puuc. The many buildings feature sculptures that represent Mayan gods as well as other architecture that is delicately laid out and styled.  Read more...

When you book a second (or third or fourth) Lake Buena Vista vacation, you might start to think about spreading your wings beyond the first and obvious choices of Disney World or Universal or Sea World. If you’re looking for some variety, there is a lot to choose from and some of them only take up about half a day, so you can use the rest of the day to relax by the pool. This article gives you some brief details about just a few of the alternatives.

If you want to see some of Florida’s oldest wildlife residents then a trip to Gatorland will enable you to get up close to the alligators that can be found all over the State. Here you will learn fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures when you visit the Gator Jumparoo and be able to have a close encounter with gators and other animals.

For more excitement you can watch in awe as the trainers wrestle with these huge animals. Remember to take a change of clothes for when you want to cool off in the splash park. You will find Gatorland at 14501 South Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Florida 32837 about 1 mile north of Osceola Parkway.  Read more...

Guardalavaca beach offers a perfect combination of fine sand and sea, marked by the neighborhood of the mountains and the green one of the vegetation; characterize its environment.

Few steps from the sea begins the green and exuberant vegetation, where the Cuban countryside imposes its class to offer to the tourism an exclusive spectacle that mixes the blue one of the sea with the green of its lush flora..

Traditions and legends attribute its name to the activity of the pirates in the region of the Caribbean, therefore was mentioned as the place preferred by the pirates to hide its booties (also called “cows”).

A more realistic story links the origins of Guardalavaca’s name to the warning that emitted the natives before the arrival of the looters that came from the sea, where the shout of “Guard the Cow” (Guardalavaca) notified to all of the danger that represented.  Read more...