Tulum is located in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, approximately 90 minutes south of Cancun and one hour from the famous Playa del Carmen. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. One of the most important sites in Tulum is its Mayan ruins, located on a cliff with breathtaking views to the Caribbean Sea. This iconic site is the only one located on a seashore.Under the cliff, you will find Paradise beach which is considered one of the best beaches in the Riviera Maya, from which excursions are organized to the famous Mesoamerican Reef Barrier. The Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve measures half a million hectares and covers all possible scenarios: beaches, coral reefs, rainforest, dunes and natural wells.
Tulum is an eco-friendly and internationally renowned destination that is a unique blend of rustic with luxury, and natural beauty with simplicity. Tulum used to be an unknown beach, but its excellent quality of water soon changed that, yet it managed to maintain its quiet charm. It’s difficult to picture what lies behind the jungle that hides the hotel zone of Tulum, Flanked by the gorgeous coastal ruins of Tulum on the one side and the Biosphere of Sian Ka’an on the other, this stretch of the Riviera Maya beach caters to those who prefer upscale luxury with a boho flair, great beaches, natural living and the option of chill nighttime entertainment.
Tulum is perfect for families, it is a lush village of winding roads flanked by jungle, perfectly bikeable and well-located for quick excursions to the beach, town or restaurants of the hotel zone.
Riviera Maya in Mexico is one of the most stunning and safest destinations, Locals say that if you dig deep enough anywhere in Riviera Maya, you will hit the water. This just goes to show how many options there are for swimming and underground rivers the area has.
Quintana Roo is one of the 31 states of Mexico well known for its beautiful regions. Visit Cancun and swim at the beautiful reefs while you will be dazzled by the magical nightclubs at Zone Hotelera. Tulum is also a magical city with ancient Magia ruins while at Playa del Carmen you will feel that you will not want to leave. The island of Isla Mujeres, Isla Holbox, and Cozumel is ideal for island hopping! Puerto Morelos is also an ideal destination for diving at its reef. The Reserva de la Biosfera Sian Ka’an is a must-visit destination, as it is a sanctuary of wildlife with beautiful ancient ruins.
Mexico is a country in the southern portion of North America, bordered to the north by the United States; to the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; to the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and to the east by the Gulf of Mexico. Palm-fringed beaches, chili-spiced cuisine, steamy jungles, teeming cities, fiesta fireworks, Frida’s angst: Mexico conjures up diverse, vivid dreams. And the reality lives up to them.
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