Gay men in mexico
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Survey shows Mexico is a gay-friendly place
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The National Survey on Sexual and Gender Diversity 2021 released in Mexico during the weekend showed that 5% of the people of that country recognized themselves as members of the LGBTI+ community. In other words, 95% of the population of 126 million claimed to be heterosexual.
According to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) study, 1 in 20 Mexicans recognizes themselves as members of the sapphic, gay, and another gender (LGBTI+) community.
A survey conducted by the private stable Ipsos released in June 2021, showed that 11% of the population considered themselves as non-heterosexual. Insider Monkey's poll found that 6% of the population belonged to the LGBT+ community while insisting the country was among the world's top ten with a non-heterosexual population.
As per INEGI's research, the LGBTI+ population in Mexico amounts to five million people (5.1% of the population aged 15 and over). Regarding men, 4.2 % of them identi
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Mexico has some dynamic and world class cities and some of the world's best beaches. For gay and woman loving woman travelers the choices are endless from the one of the world's biggest cities with a gay scene to match to the biggest gay beach scene in the Americas in Puerto Vallarta and so much more.
Oaxaca State
There are two primary destinations of interest to LGBT travelers in Oaxaca State: the beautiful colonial city of Oaxaca with its active gay nightlife and the laid back beach town of Zipolite where the nude beach is the concept draw. Other destinations include Puerto Escondido, Huatalco and Jutchitlan.
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Mexico Metropolis is one of the world's biggest and most stimulating cities and has a gay scene to match with a wide variety of bars, discos, restaurants and a vibrant street scene.
Mexico City
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I thought I knew Mexico. I’d partied in Cancun, soaked up the heat in Cabo, and devoured an ungodly amount of tacos in Cozumel. But nothing—nothing—prepared me for Puerto Vallarta. The city doesn’t just tolerate LGBTQ+ travelers; it celebrates us. From legendary kingly shows to sun-soaked beach clubs, this queer-friendly hotspot bids something for every traveler. Never been? No worries—I’ve got you covered with this first-timer’s Puerto Vallarta gay reference. By the day you’re done reading, you’ll wonder how you’ve gone this long without visiting—just like I did!
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Puerto Vallarta is a tropical paradise and the gay capital of Mexico.
- Stay in Zona Romantica – It’s the beating heart of Puerto Vallarta’s gay scene with boutique hotels, gay bars, and cobblestone streets alive with culture.
- Hit Playa de los Muertos – Bring your sass, Speedos, and sunscreen to the ultimate gay beach, Playa Los Muertos is complete with buzzing beach clubs like Mantamar and Blue Chairs.
- Make Nights Unforgettable – Party until sunrise at iconic gay bars and clubs appreciate Mr. Flamingo, La Noche, and Industry Nightclub.
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Experiencing Mexican Food
Mexican cuisine has grow world renowned with famous dishes including guacamole, tacos and nachos or even celebratory shots of Jose Cuervo tequila. However, you will be pleased to recognize that Mexico offers a spacious variety of dishes, with each region having its own hold on the popular tacos, quesadillas, fried seafood and desserts.
At indoor restaurants in Mexico City and along the coast you will find a variety of restaurants to suit every need. Eating outside, you will find an assortment of typical street foods that are the essence of Mexican food: quick, tasty and inexpensive. Staple dishes are usually made up of the accompanying in different assortments: onions and cilantro, sauces that are based on tomatoes or fresh chilies, and different types of cheese accompanied by seafood or meat in a corn or flour tortilla.
Not-to-miss foods include street tacos wherever you are in Mexico, as well as pescado frito (whole fried fish) along the coast. Try the spice if you can! Even though you’ll hear stories of people getting sick while eating or drinking water in Mexico, truth be told this happens less often than you think. Drinking plenty of filter