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Chantalgirl
Montreal, QC
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“ Do you need a car if you stay 1 week in Tulum? ”
Jan 29, 2007, 9:06 PM

My husband and I are planning to spend 10 days in the Yucatan in November 2007. We are not the all-inclusive type and are looking for quiet time, beautiful beaches AND affordable lodging. Since it will be our first trip in that area, we would still like to do a few excursions (Chiche Itza, Cozumel, swim with the dolphins, etc). We are considering landing in Cancun, stay around Merida for 2-3 nights and spend the rest in Tulum. The reviews are great when it comes down to the specific about the hotels but it's difficult to get a sense of what's happenning around... Our concern is that although we need some relaxing time, will 1 week in Tulum be too much, especially if we don't rent a car for the whole duration of trip? That's my next question, can we get around to different eating places and to the village without a car?

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1. Re: Do you need a car if you stay 1 week in Tulum?
Jan 30, 2007, 12:32 AM
Destination Expert   What's this?
for Tulum, Dallas

You can definately get around by taking cabs, bus, collectivo, etc...but a car will get you there (anywhere) much more quickly, directly w/o the expensive of a cab.

banana0711
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2. Re: Do you need a car if you stay 1 week in Tulum?
Jan 30, 2007, 7:16 AM

You will have to get from the airport to wherever you are staying, which can be costly if going to Tulum. Renting a car will give you tons of freedom and save the airport transport costs. If you are thinking of doing Cozumel, I would consider spending less time in Tulum and spending a few nights around Playa del Carmen/Akumal Bay. Tulum is pretty quiet compared to Playa del Carmen.

If you weren't planning excursions, you could easily get by without a car in Tulum but again, you need transportation to and from the airport. Throwing in Merida adds a whole other twist to your transportation needs.

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