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Inside Background
Architecture 
Notable architecture in Tulum can be found within the Tulum archaeological...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Culture 
Tulum has an interesting cultural blend, combining traditional Mayan families...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Health & Safety 
  ATM's - Be wary of ATM's in Tulum!! Five months after a group visited Tulum...
Last edited: April 21, 2013
History 
The word Tulum means fence or wall, and is the name given to the site in recent...
Last edited: January 23, 2008
Neighborhoods 
Rather than going into a description of neighborhoods within Tulum pueblo (not...
Last edited: March 26, 2011
Recommended Reading 
General Books   A Tourist In The Yucatan by James McNay Brumfield     Incidents...
Last edited: June 07, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
There is no tourist office located in Tulum, though there is a lot of...
Last edited: April 25, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Tulum is a great destination any time of the year, but you need to know what to...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Business Travel 
Tulum is generally not a major destination for business travelers, but it does...
Last edited: February 21, 2007
Cenotes 
The Yucatán peninsula is well known for its  cenotes, which are natural...
Last edited: August 20, 2007
Destination Weddings 
Destination weddings have become a huge trend. A destination wedding can...
Last edited: May 17, 2007
Donations & Gifts 
Many travelers to the area like to bring down gifts to give out in addition to...
Last edited: April 01, 2007
Introduction 
Tulum is pretty much divided into three areas. Tulum pueblo Tulum is a small...
Last edited: June 10, 2006
Places with Free Wifi 
Tulum pueblo Teetotum Hotel Restaurant Lounge - on the road to the beach - high...
Last edited: April 14, 2013
Survival Tips 
1- Do not think that you can go from freezing cold and no sun for 3 months...
Last edited: July 07, 2010
Tipping at AIs and EPs in the Riviera 
Most travelers recommend bringing about $125 USD in singles for tipping during...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Tulum FAQ 
Is ice in mixed drinks safe? Restaurants that receive mostly travelers, rather...
Last edited: October 16, 2006
World Class beaches 
Tulum get's 2 thumbs up for having some of the best beaches in the world. Not...
Last edited: December 26, 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
By shuttle or private transfer service Although there are many methods to reach...
Last edited: June 12, 2013
Getting Around 
By taxi If you need a taxi to get somewhere from your hotel, you can either ask...
Last edited: April 25, 2006
Public Transportation 
Public transportation is limited to the colectivos/combis (vans) that run up...
Last edited: October 17, 2007
Bus from Cancun to Tulum 
First class bus travel in Mexico is great; comfortable,movie on board,very...
Last edited: May 05, 2013
Driving a rental! 
Recommendations when renting a vehicle... 1.  Make sure you are properly...
Last edited: February 14, 2013
Tips for Tulum 
It may be difficult to find an ATM if you are in Tulum without a car.  The...
Last edited: February 27, 2013
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Cenotes Rent a mask, snorkel, and fins, and drive, taxi, or bike to a few of...
Last edited: August 21, 2006
Events & Festivals 
September 16th - Mexico´s Independence Day This commemorates the beginning of...
Last edited: March 21, 2009
Family Travel 
Tulum is a great destination for families with open minds. There will be no...
Last edited: June 07, 2006
First-time Visitors 
Tulum FAQ Are there mosquitos in Tulum? During the rainy season, July through...
Last edited: February 03, 2010
Nightlife 
Nightlife in Tulum is pretty mellow, limited to DJs and live music at the...
Last edited: December 07, 2010
Off the Beaten Path 
Muyil Archaeological Site The Mayan ruins of Muyil (also known as Chunyaxche...
Last edited: August 22, 2006
The Performing Arts 
The performing arts is a term to be taken loosely in Tulum! There are no...
Last edited: June 07, 2006
Shopping 
Most shopping in Tulum is in the pueblo, where there are a variety of crafts...
Last edited: June 07, 2006
Sports & Activities 
There is SO MUCH to do in this area, after visiting the ruins, of course! And...
Last edited: May 14, 2010
Cenote Zacil-Ha 
The sink hole, while not large, with a depth of 2.5 to 3 meters,  has beautiful...
Last edited: March 25, 2013
Free Activities 
Tulum ruins Free on Sundays Teetotum Hotel Restaurant Lounge Movies on the...
Last edited: December 05, 2008
Rainy Day Activities 
Go Swimming Swim in the sea! You´ll already be wet so the rain won´t matter...
Last edited: May 09, 2013
Scuba and Snorkeling in Tulum 
 The cenotes are not to be missed. If you are a diver at any skill level, you...
Last edited: February 26, 2013
Ana y Jose Beach Club 
Ana y Jose's Beach Club is located on Tulum's beach resort strip, south of the...
Last edited: December 03, 2009
Extreme Control Kiteboarding and Kitesurfing School 
Extreme Control Kitesurfing and Paddleboarding School Tulum has been the first...
Last edited: June 15, 2011
Mayan Ruins of Tulum 
Mayan Ruins of Tulum are a spectacular site to behold. If the ruins themselves...
Last edited: April 14, 2008
Xel-Ha Park 
XEL HA is a 40,000 acre water park for kids and adults. Something for all ages...
Last edited: September 13, 2011
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
The best way to find restaurants in Tulum is to take a saunter up and down the...
Last edited: December 05, 2008
Breakfast 
Tulum beach Don Cafeto (there is one on the beach and one in the pueblo) La...
Last edited: December 05, 2008
Cheap Eats 
Have the prices of the cabanas and the beach restaurants left your wallet...
Last edited: June 04, 2011
Dining for Large Groups 
If you´re traveling in a large group, definitely plan ahead of time, especially...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Dining with a View 
For dining with a great view of the Caribbean, check out one of the many...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Late-night Dining 
Most restaurants in Tulum stop serving at 11 p.m. which is the limit for most...
Last edited: October 10, 2006
Outdoor Dining 
With Tulum´s eternal summertime (okay, it cools off a bit in December-January...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
People-watching 
For dining with people watching, head to Tulum pueblo to one of the restaurants...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Special Occasion Dining 
Hechizo Hidden in San Erik, located just before the Sian Ka´an entry arch, this...
Last edited: August 27, 2006
Azafran 
This one of the restaurants in Tulum town wich offers brekfast from 9:00 am to...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
Cetli 
On the Riviera Maya.  The food is Mayan in style, beautifully executed and not...
Last edited: September 03, 2008
Dining Spanish Vocabulary 
This started out as a compilation of phrases from the Pollo Bronco thread. Just...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Tulum for Foodies 
If you are a self-proclaimed 'Foodie' or want to be a 'Foodie' Tulum, Mexico is...
Last edited: November 19, 2012
Hemingway Restaurant 
This beachside restaurant serves excellent Italian food with traditional...
Last edited: October 07, 2010
Teetotum Hotel Restaurant Lounge 
Teetotum is cool and laid back; there is great music and ambiance, friendly...
Last edited: December 05, 2008
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Inside Mexico: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The national currency of Mexico is the Mexican Peso;  and Banco de Mexico is...
Last edited: April 23, 2012
Crossing the Border 
Remember to keep the color departure/arrival form, if you lose it, you will...
Last edited: March 28, 2013
Emergencies 
Puerto Vallarta  When a car accident occurs in Puerta Vallarta all cars...
Last edited: July 11, 2011
Important Phrases 
Phrases and words that may be helpful to you while in Mexico include: The...
Last edited: April 13, 2013
Telephones 
52 (Five Two) is the International Country Code for calling Mexico. 00 (zero...
Last edited: March 20, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
GUIDE TO TIPPING IN MEXICO Tipping guidelines for Mexico are nearly the same...
Last edited: February 17, 2013
Arrival at Mexico City airport 
Benito Juarez airport (MEX) serving Mexico City is modern and efficient. There...
Last edited: February 22, 2013
ATMS and Credit Cards 
You can use a checking bankcard, credit card or debit card, and will find ATM...
Last edited: June 04, 2013
Bus Travel  
For those of you who haven't used it, Mexico has an excellent intercity bus...
Last edited: February 11, 2012
Currency While in Mexico 
Mexico’s national currency is the Peso.  Though some merchants both along the...
Last edited: March 11, 2010
Driving in Mexico 
Although Mexico is a big country, it can be easily travelled by car - if you...
Last edited: September 17, 2011
Embassies & Consulates (US/Canada) 
UNITED STATES United States Embassy in Mexico : Paseo de la Reforma 305, Col...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Phoning Abroad 
There are "locales"  (or locations) for calling long distance that use VOIP...
Last edited: January 26, 2010
Police Stops 
If you are stopped by the police, you may not want to hand over your original...
Last edited: December 11, 2012
Public Safety & Security 
Concerns for safety and security in Mexico have risen steadily over the past...
Last edited: October 16, 2011
Renta de Autos, or Car Rental In Mexico 
There appears  to be some question regarding car rental and driving in Mexico...
Last edited: March 06, 2012
Timeshare and Consumer Complaints  
The following is from Profeco, the Mexican Governments Consumer Agency for...
Last edited: December 19, 2012
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