Out x Out Blog
Travel guides, local insights, and stories from the LGBTQ+ community around the world.
LGBTQ+ Guide to Puerto Vallarta: Gay Bars, Beaches, Pride & Where to Stay
The complete LGBTQ+ guide to Puerto Vallarta — the Romantic Zone gayborhood, gay bars, beach clubs, pool parties, gay-friendly resorts, and everything for your trip to Mexico's gay capital.
Robbie S.
Vallarta Pride 2026: Parade, Parties & Complete Guide to Puerto Vallarta's Pride Week
Everything you need for Vallarta Pride 2026 — May 17-24 in Puerto Vallarta. Parade, drag derby, Mantamar pool parties, the Romantic Zone bar scene, where to stay, and insider tips.
Robbie S.
Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Puerto Vallarta
The best LGBTQ+ bars in Puerto Vallarta — from Industry's late-night dance floor and Paco's Ranch drag shows to STUDS Bear Bar, La Noche's rooftop, and the Romantic Zone's video bar scene.
Robbie S.
The Best Gay Cruises: Every Major Line Compared, From Party Ships to River Cruises
Which gay cruise fits you? Atlantis, VACAYA, Olivia, Brand g, Big Gay Cruise, bear cruises and more, compared by vibe, ship size, price and who each one is for.
Robbie S.
Guide to the Romantic Zone (Zona Romántica) — Puerto Vallarta's Gay Neighborhood
The complete guide to the Romantic Zone — Puerto Vallarta's gay neighborhood — with the best bars, beach clubs, restaurants, hotels, and how to plan the perfect day in Mexico's gayborhood of the year.
Robbie S.
BeefDip Bear Week 2027: Puerto Vallarta Schedule, Dog Tags, Hotels & Parties
BeefDip returns to Puerto Vallarta January 24–31, 2027 with nine days of pool, beach and club parties across the Zona Romántica. The official schedule is out: here is every party, what the Dog Tag covers, and where to stay.
Robbie S.
LGBTQ+ Friendly Hotels in Puerto Vallarta: Where to Stay by Neighborhood
Where to stay in PV — gay-focused boutique resorts in Amapas and the Romantic Zone, beachfront stays at Blue Chairs, and adults-only all-inclusives. Plus the booking strategy for Vallarta Pride.
Robbie S.
Gay Resorts in Puerto Vallarta: Almar, Casa Cupula, Blue Chairs, Piñata PV and the Zona Romántica Stays
Puerto Vallarta's gay resorts sit within a few blocks of each other in the Zona Romántica and on the Amapas hillside above it. Here is what each property's own site says about who it is for, which pools are clothing-optional, what a night costs, and which ones sell day passes, from Almar's beach club to the seven-room men-only Piñata PV.
Robbie S.
Best Gay Events of May 2026: Pride, Parties, and Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend means three of the year's biggest gay events happening at the same time. Here's how to pick — plus every other LGBTQ+ event worth your May 2026.
Robbie S.Never Miss a Story
Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest LGBTQ+ travel guides and community updates.
Subscribe Now