I went to Tulum post-burning man on my honeymoon, so I have incredibly fond memories of the place. It’s the perfect mix of relaxing (beach, yoga and sound healing, sure), culture (chichen itza), food and booze (hello guac and tequila. I mean, there was a corona bar outside the arrivals exit at the airport, for crying out loud!). It was a little piece of heaven on earth for me, and I suggest you head there quickly before it comes just another touristy seaside Mexican town.
THINGS TO DO
Definitely head to one of the seven wonders of the world, Chichen Itza; Hire a bike (likely from your hotel), and cycle down the main street in Tulum – KM 10 Carr – and drop into every hotel, every restaurant and every bar. It’s heavenly. Pay a bit extra and get a tour guide to take you to a hidden cenote. You won’t regret it.
EAT
Rosa Negra Hands down one of the best most delicious and reasonably priced restaurants on the strip. So good, I went twice in 4 days! Killer DJ and super fun vibe
Taqueria La Eufemia Traditional taco joint. Epic nachos
Arca Fancy cocktails and long wait line
Neither tried nor tested, but researched & recommended…
Posada Margherita An Italian restaurant, I know, odd choice when you’re in Mexico, but it was recommended by everyone I spoke to. Unfortunately it was closed when I was there
Wild Mexican cuisine with a Lebanese twist
DRINK
Azulik Go for the view, a snoop of the hotel and the ‘gram
Gitano Epic restaurant with a mezcal bar in the back
SLEEP
The Nomade Without a doubt, the best hotel in Tulum
Neither tried nor tested, but researched & recommended…
I visited Mexico in August 2018