Costa Rica Travel Agency we RECOMMEND      D'Angelo & Michael from La Fortuna, Costa Rica     July 23, 2010

Sunday at La Avispa     D'Angelo & Michael from La Fortuna, Costa Rica     April 30, 2010

La Avispa is one of the oldest GAY CLUBS in San Jose and a FAVORITE with locals and travelers alike, but 'straight' people also ENJOY La Avispa, especially on a SUNDAY night when hundreds of people find their way to La Avispa to dance and party the night AWAY. So REALLY, everyone should CHECK-OUT this video, gay and straight and see why La AVISPA is THE PLACE to party on a SUNDAY.

Banana Azul!!     Mark Rodgers from Fullerton, CA USA     February 28, 2010

After driving through the little ganga infused village of Puerto Viejo, to the end of the road, we conclude that we missed our lodging and turn around. Driving down a rain soaked, pot holed dirt road we found it. Heaven! From our second floor deck we can watch and hear the waves crashing against the beach. Looking at the clientele we are clearly the only gay guys here. Mostly young honeymooners. But it's all good. Pura Vida right?
Up on our deck we are drinking local rum and decorating the railings with twinkle lights. It's a deck shared with one other room so we're imagining a kinky dutch lesbian couple - two kids walk out and introduce themselves. That night we have dinner at the Inn and our bartender Franklin hooks my iPOD up to the bar sound system and we listen to our Banana Azul Mix. Ynez the cook makes an incredible Caribbean beef and rice. She is so sweet, she invited me into the kitchen to show me how she makes it. She's so proud to show us! I go back to the room and bring down a bottle of California wine for the kitchen and bar staff.

It's Saturday morning and we decide to buckle up and drive south to Panama. Or at least as far as the coastal road will take us. We go through Puerto Viejo, Punta Uva and the road ends at Manzanilla. It's only 30 minutes from Banana on a dirt road but the beaches get prettier and prettier. We park and pay this little gimpy old man 1000¢ to 'watch' our car. It's a very nice beach. Lava out croppings, blue blue water and the occasional cute Tico. Billy and I had lunch at a cool little place called Maxi's and of course he takes a photo of his food, and some cute boys in speedos at the bar. God love him.

Being somewhat of an experienced traveler and realizing you can't always get the things locally that you are accustomed to, I brought my own stash California wine to present as thoughtful gifts and a handle of duty free Tanquerey Gin. Our bartender Franklin is a young friendly dude and his happy to keep my gin hidden at the bar, so I end up only having to pay for mixers. So while Billy is busy uploading the days photos to his blog, I head down to the bar and write in my journal. Franklin makes me a cocktail and schools me on proper Costa Rican spanish (It's rude to say 'De Nada') and I teach him dirty words in english. We meet a young couple from North Carolina; Scott and Michelle. After we all have Ynez's fresh caught grilled ahi we relax in the spa, with Franklin pouring drinks and playing our iPOD mixes - we're getting a little drunk. The night guard makes us turn off our music, and powers off the spa. I guess some guests think that by 9:30pm you should just be in bed listening to crickets. (or whatever creatures are making all that noise) We totally respect that, besides our little cabina is separate from the main house, so we can afford to drink a little more and get a little noisier. Until Señor de la Guardia de Seguridad comes to our place to tell us to pipe down.

Ambercam is no more...     Colin from Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo     February 23, 2010

Word is out that this place bit the dust. Better want to check if they are going to re-open and if they will be gay or not.

New 5 Star Resort in Manuel Antonio     Dennis from Manhattan, New York City     January 16, 2010

There is a new super luxury 5 star resort in Manuel Antonio called Los Altos Resort and Spa. It opened the end of Oct. It is right across the street from Cafe Milagro. It consists of 24 3 bedroom condos -2400 sq ft plus outdoor space and 4 4 bd penthouse. It is on 23 acres and has its own private beach. It is designed like a luxury loft in NYC, very clean, modern lines! Great amenities, gym, infinity pool, beautiful restaurant, beach club, etc. Very hi end with modern Balenese furnishings. FOR THE GAY CUSTOMER WHO IS LOOKING FOR LUXURY AND NOT THE USUAL GAY B AND B'S-doesn't apppeal to everyone. It is definately the most luxurious resort in Manuel Antonio. You should contact the manager to see if he is OK with you listing the resort as "gay friendly" on your website. I am sure he will-I have already had a conversation with him telling him to market to the high disposal income gay clientele. An apt sleeps 6 people and the penthouse 8. His e mail address is manager@losaltoscr.com and the website is www.losaltosresort.com.

Footage from opening night at Liquid Lounge Manuel Antonio     DJ Pablo Monge from San Jose, Costa Rica     November 30, 2009

Is Tutu a gay bar?     Doug Dosdall from Vancouver, Canada     November 18, 2009

Rumors are swirling around back and forth that Tutu is no longer gay and isn't welcoming gay people anymore.

Our sources, who live in Manuel Antonio and seem to be reliable, told us this:

The lady that owns Tutu Bar was running for mayor or some local post so she turned the bar 'straight'.... which didn't do so well, she has now seen the error of her ways and has turned the bar back gay, but people were upset.....

Couldn't agree more     Doug from Vancouver, Canada     November 05, 2009

This hotel is often mentioned as a gay hotel and there are gay staff and a gay owner so it fits the bill that way. But as they say the crowd is very mixed. And also there are no real common areas where people hang out in the hotel so don't stay here expecting to meet other travelers. However, it is a place where you won't be judged for being gay and it is a great location convenient to the gay nightlife.

Michael and D'Angelo from La Fortuna, Costa Rica     November 05, 2009

Welcome to the Neighborhood     Colin from Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo     November 01, 2009

Nice to see something that is not "same old, same old" in the area. The group of us local gay guys really enjoyed our get together on Saturday Night. It is great to finally have a place where you really feel at home as gay person living or visiting in the area.

Oasis in the city.     Colin from Puerto Viejo     October 31, 2009

One of our favorite places when we want to escape from the beach and head to the big city. Staff are always very accommodating.

Best trip we ever had     Paddy and Kevin from Vancouver, Canada     October 31, 2009

We had an itinerary booked for us by Gecko trail (in April of this year). Our trip was similar to the package on this site.
The Tabacon Hot Springs are absolutely amazing.
We did the horseback ride up to the waterfall in La Fortuna, and would highly recommend it.
We opted for a TWO day rafting trip which included an overnight in a very remote site (with sleeping huts).
Our last several days were spent at Banana Azul....loved the atmosphere there. Very warm and laid back.
At first we weren't sure about not having a car for the two weeks, but the transportation worked out well (flawlessly) and a car would have been inconvenient. All our transportation showed up on time and knew exactly where we we supposed to go, taking us door to door.

This was the best and easiest trip we have ever done. It was so nice to have Gecko trails work out ALL the details so we just had to show up at the airport!

Prostitution (Gay and Straight)     D'Angelo & Michael     October 17, 2009

Hold on to your wallet     Costa Rica Cruiser from San Jose     October 15, 2009

Keep in mind that while you are enjoying a nice session in the back room that the person you are with could be searching your pants pockets for a wallet or what ever. Best to not bring anything in with you.

Fortuna Costa Rica- SECRET place REVEALED      D'Angelo & Michael     October 07, 2009

Bochinche     D'Angelo & Michael     October 02, 2009

Men only guesthouse in Santa Ana     D'Angelo & Michael from La Fortuna, Costa Rica     July 26, 2009

La Plantacion is now The Falls and is no longer gay     D'Angelo & Michael     June 16, 2009

Gay Hotel in La Fortuna Costa Rica- Abercam     D'Angelo & Michael     June 06, 2009

Colours Oasis Resort San Jose Costa Rica REVIEW     D'Angelo & Michael     April 14, 2009

Being Gay in Costa Rica     D'Angelo & Michael     February 24, 2009

What's it like as a gay traveler in Costa Rica and how open can you be?

Nude beach in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica     D'Angelo & Michael     December 03, 2008

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