Tulum

Over Tulum

Tulum is on the Yucatán Peninsula, in Mexico. It is one of the earliest resorts in Mexico, offering a place of worship and solitude for the Mayan kings, clergy and gods in early times. The tropical beach backdrop is the main attraction of this picturesque, much-visited small ruin on the shore of the Caribbean Sea. Shortly after your arrival, you will understand why early Mayans picked this beautiful place to relax. Be prepared for lots of people and tour groups at the archaeological site. To avoid the crowds, it is best to stay overnight and visit the ruins early in the morning before the buses arrive. Morning is recommended since you can catch spectacular vistas when the sun is rising over the Caribbean. The Tulum town and beaches are heavily featured on social media by travel influencers, providing a certain crowd and catered experience in Tulum. In between Mexican taquerias and local-focused appliance stores, you'll find holistic attractions and vegan food options. This comes from Tulum's original identity as the "off the beaten path" destination on the Riviera Maya. That said, the secret is out and Tulum has experienced massive growth in the past decade, resulting in increased traffic, a growing tourist presence, and price increases. The hotel zone in particular has been incredibly built up with luxury shops and feels more like Los Angeles than Mexico City, providing comfort to those looking for a beach destination without losing access to high end shopping and dining.

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