Has anybody been to Tulum?

[Comanche]

i have a trip coming up and am looking for recommendations for things to do in tulum, places to eat and hang out. TIA

[GalvestonDuck]

Are you cruising there or flying? Obviously, go see the Mayan ruins.

I've never been there myself, just heard about them. Only places I've been in Mexico are Leon, Aguascalientes, San Luis Potosi, and Nuevo Laredo.

Have fun!

[Stephanie]

I was only on the Mexican Mayan Riviera two years ago and stayed at a beach resort called Bahia Principe. I didn't take the tour to Tulum.

[Derek Ortt]

isn't that where Emily made its second landfall (first being Grenada).

What is the rod on damage and don't listen to the Mexican gov't as they said Gilbert caused no damage

[gtalum]

What is the rod on damage and don't listen to the Mexican gov't as they said Gilbert caused no damage

Residents of Cozumel (not the government, but people who actually live and work there) are saying that the damage was significant but not catastrophic. Power was out for a while, as trees and power lines were blown down. Some windows were destroyed and some water damage, but most structures survived. Cruises have returned to Cozumel, as well. I'm not sure about the mainland though.

[Pburgh]

When I was in Cancun, I took the tour to Tulum and found it facinating. We also went to a place called The Blue Lagoon near Tulum for snorkeling - it was awesome. They made you take a shower before snorkeling and the water was crystal clear. I would highly recommend that.

[azskyman]

We were in Playa Del Carmen and then went to Tulum. It was a hot day and there was a lot of walking. Plenty of history to see there, but you need to know that's what it is all about.

We also went snorkeling at Xel-Ha (aka the Blue Lagoon) and because it was hot and humid, we had more actual fun at that place that day.

History and ruins...plus some really nice views of the Caribbean, Tulum. Swimming and snorkeling and somewhat of a water park atmosphere...Xel-Ha.

Or take in both like we did. Get hot and sweaty, and then swim and snorkel.

[streetsoldier]

I think I stepped in it once; took a long time to get it off my shoes.

[Comanche]

thanks for the info on the blue lagoon, i will definately spend a little time there. i wound up booking a really cool place to stay, a rustic beachside cabana with no phones, electricity, tv. a true escape corona commercial style! here is the link:

http://www.cabanascopal.com/

[Comanche]

thanks for the info on the blue lagoon, i will definately spend a little time there. i wound up booking a really cool place to stay, a rustic beachside cabana with no phones, electricity, tv. a true escape corona commercial style! here is the link:

[url]http://www.cabanascopal.com/
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