chrissxm
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Hi,
In the Caribbean, lets not forget St Martin, which is probably the most gay friendly island in the Caribbean, and quite affordable. Certainly the French and the Dutch influences have given space to some freedom, and also the cosmopolitan aspect of daily life (100 nationalities live and work here) make it a very open minded place.
There are a few places specifically attended by gays, see below, but also many non mentioned places (bars, restaurants) are very gay-friendly.
- The gay beach of Cupecoy (near the airport) : very nice at bottom of some cliffs, great at sunset! The first 2 beaches on the left are quite gay, the 3rd one is more mixed. Ask for Danny, for rental chairs, cocktails, great ribs, etc.
- The nude beach of Orient Bay is at the end of Orient Bay beach (on the right when you look at the sea). It is also naturist Club Orient, and all are welcome on the beach.
- In terms of accomodation, the only gay guesthouse of the island is Villa Rainbow, (www.villarainbow.fr) a small (5 rooms) and private, luxury guesthouse, in a charming stone villa with clothing optional pool, and a stunning view on the Caribbean. Very intimate.
- The night life is present, with the gay club Eros in Marigot, (www.Erosclub-saintmartin.com) open every Sat night, from 11 PM. Just in front you have Les Arches, a gay bar and restaurant open in season (ie Nov-April). In a outdoor patio, very relax and easy going for gay friends being locals or tourists. Ask for Maxence or Murvin.
- Many restaurants are very gay-friendly, among them Le Plongeoir in Marigot just in front of the Marina before the West Indies Shopping Mall. Also in Grand Case, try Calmos Cafe, or Zen It, by the beach with good live music.
I will share a few more places, lounges etc in a next message.
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