Gay nightlife cartagena
Jack Kenworthy( Queer Travel Maestro )
Queer travel expert Jack Kenworthy turns + urban area adventures into your reference for safe, vibrant, and inclusively fabulous global journeys.
Gay Cartagena is a glorious mess of cobbled alleys, bougainvillea-covered balconies, vibrant plazas, brightly-colored buildings, and historic grandeur. We just wish it had a little more for us queer folk.
A city that welcomes everyone and seizes you in its captivating grip, Cartagena has developed a reputation as one of the Caribbean’s most gay-friendly destinations – along with Punta Cana. In part thanks to its friendly and open-minded locals, though the vibrant Pride events held here, each August definitely helped!
Gay travel here, however, is all relaxation and recreation, so don’t expect queer nightlife to match other gay beach hotspots like Puerto Vallarta, Mykonos, and Phuket.
This might be Colombia, but it seems the raw energy and unbridled queer nightlife of Medellin and Bogota hold not quite made it to the sleepy coast just yet.
No, a trip to this vibrant Caribbean jewel is all about embracing the hustle and bustle of everyday local l
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This time we decided to do our male lover travel journals differently. Instead of combining all the cities, places, activities, and highlights in just one long article, we separate the different places we visited in Colombia into several journals, starting with Cartagena, followed by Bogotá and Medellín. We reflect this is a excel approach for you, the readers, to get more precise, more detailed lgbtq+ travel information about the South American country you need. But let us show you the highlights of the first six days of our trip to gay-friendly Colombia in our gay Cartagena tour journal through a couple of men’s eyes.
– in collaboration with Tourism Colombia & OutInColombia –
This first journal focuses on Cartagena, the Colombian summer vacation destination in the northern part of the land. Known for its Caribbean flair, we had a blast exploring Cartagena’s ancient town’s colorful and colonial city center, and the surrounding nature. In addition, we enjoyed some relaxing, luxurious days at the beach. We also got the chance to absorb about the LGBTQ+ people, including the only still open gay bar in Cartagena.
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Gay Cartagena
Cartagena captivates with its unique blend of colonial charm, tropical beauty, and stunning beaches where the Caribbean’s turquoise waters encounter golden sands. This historic city, framed by memorable fortress walls and lively streets, provides a affectionate setting that transports visitors to another time. Here, colorful balconies overflow with vibrant flowers, and the rhythm of salsa fills the air, all against the backdrop of stunning coastal views.
The city’s Queer scene in the urban area is firmly on the rise. The bohemian district of Getsemaní pulses with energy, offering queer spaces where art, music, and community pride thrive. The annual pride celebrations are a highlight, and produce an explosion of hue and music that spills across the district.
Cartagena’s cuisine, infused with Afro-Caribbean flavors, is a culinary adventure, featuring fresh seafood and local delicacies that will tantalize your taste buds. Beyond the city, nearby beaches and idyllic islands beckon, offering the ideal escape for those searching a blend of relaxation, adventure, and discovery.
Despite its sordid history with the drugs cartels, Colombia has undergone a major transformation over the last 20 years. And although Catholicism is still formidable here, Colombian society is often considered more tolerant compared to its neighbors because of the diversity within the population. It is however worth noting that the machismo attitude still persists quite strongly in rural areas, particularly near the coast.
Legal rights and protections for Diverse people in Colombia are considered among the most progressive in Latin America. Same-sex marriage was legalized in April in Colombia with the first gay wedding taking place in Cali on 24 May In addition, Congress passed a law banning discrimination on sexual orientation in , adoption for queer couples was legalized in and the right to change your gender has been in place since Colombia’s progressive legal rights and protections has won the destination the title of best LGBTQ+ emerging destination at the FITUR travel trade show in Madrid, and is one of the reasons why Colombia was considered the Leading LGBTQ+ Destination in South America in , by the World Explore Awards.
The two main cities, Bogota and Medelli
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Gay Cartagena
Cartagena captivates with its unique blend of colonial charm, tropical beauty, and stunning beaches where the Caribbean’s turquoise waters encounter golden sands. This historic city, framed by memorable fortress walls and lively streets, provides a affectionate setting that transports visitors to another time. Here, colorful balconies overflow with vibrant flowers, and the rhythm of salsa fills the air, all against the backdrop of stunning coastal views.
The city’s Queer scene in the urban area is firmly on the rise. The bohemian district of Getsemaní pulses with energy, offering queer spaces where art, music, and community pride thrive. The annual pride celebrations are a highlight, and produce an explosion of hue and music that spills across the district.
Cartagena’s cuisine, infused with Afro-Caribbean flavors, is a culinary adventure, featuring fresh seafood and local delicacies that will tantalize your taste buds. Beyond the city, nearby beaches and idyllic islands beckon, offering the ideal escape for those searching a blend of relaxation, adventure, and discovery.
Despite its sordid history with the drugs cartels, Colombia has undergone a major transformation over the last 20 years. And although Catholicism is still formidable here, Colombian society is often considered more tolerant compared to its neighbors because of the diversity within the population. It is however worth noting that the machismo attitude still persists quite strongly in rural areas, particularly near the coast.
Legal rights and protections for Diverse people in Colombia are considered among the most progressive in Latin America. Same-sex marriage was legalized in April in Colombia with the first gay wedding taking place in Cali on 24 May In addition, Congress passed a law banning discrimination on sexual orientation in , adoption for queer couples was legalized in and the right to change your gender has been in place since Colombia’s progressive legal rights and protections has won the destination the title of best LGBTQ+ emerging destination at the FITUR travel trade show in Madrid, and is one of the reasons why Colombia was considered the Leading LGBTQ+ Destination in South America in , by the World Explore Awards.
The two main cities, Bogota and Medelli
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