When I booked my most recent trip to Mexico people either scoffed that it was “a long way to go for a week”, or they protested that I’d “only just been on holiday”.
To those that scoffed, I reminded them that with my trip last year to India, I’d travelled further in seven days. And I’d also managed week-long jaunts in Puerto Rico and Cuba in 2016 too, so long haul travel is possible in a week.
And to those that protested about yet another holiday so soon after my week in Cyprus, I said “so what?”. After having to quit my job and unexpectedly move back to Reading, my whole world was turned upside down, so I felt like I needed a little me time, as well as time to complete my 30 countries before 30 challenge.
And so, just six days after booking the trip, I jumped on a plane at London Gatwick and flew nearly 5,000 miles in 10-and-a-half hours to the Mexican coastal town of Playa Del Carmen. Yes, it was a long way to go in a week, but it was totally worth it, especially when I got to spend a few days on the beach at Tulum…
I think it’s safe to say that until I visited Tulum, I’d never really ever visited paradise. Because the beaches at Tulum are the epitome of paradise. The wide, pearly-white sandy beaches and warm azure-green sea have definitely helped to put the Riviera Maya on the world tourism map.
Located about 75 miles south of the big resort of Cancun, the once sleepy beach outpost has become a fashionable, yet low-key, escape for families, couples and solo travellers like myself. A few days on the beach here and I had not only an amazing tan, but also total peace of mind. I felt restored, rejuvenated and completely relaxed.
As you can see from the pictures, the beach was pretty empty when I arrived at about 11am. You’d think with sand this white and sea this clear, they’d be hoards of people lounging around on the shore, splashing in the ocean and picnicking in the shade of the few palm trees that edged the beach. But this place is an undiscovered gem, a literal paradise.
Why was it so quiet? I guess it could partially be because it was a Tuesday morning in May; locals could all be hard at work or busy in school. Or it could be down to the fact that the beach is quite far away from the main resorts of Cancun and Playa del Carmen. To get to here I took a one-and-a-half hour ride on a Collectivo bus to the centre of Tulum, then walked about 45 minutes to get to the beach…
All that travelling was worth it though, look:
A short wander up the beach, towards the Tulum ruins, I came across the most gorgeous beach bar, Pancho Villa.
I assume it was named after Francisco “Pancho” Villa, the Mexican Revolutionary, but there was nothing rebellious about this place. The bar was quiet and the vibe was chilled, the sun loungers were comfy and the owner, Omar, became my new best friend for the day.
I mentioned before that the beach was quiet; well, if it hadn’t been for the low hum of the chill-out soundtrack being played through the surround system at the back, this beach bar looked and felt like it had been abandoned, a ghost town. I guess those beach goers further up were saving their pennies by parking up their towels on the sand, as it was 250 pesos (about £10) for the privilege of the sun lounger at Pancho Villa for the day.
But never mind that, life’s for living and money is for spending.
So once seated and suntan lotion applied, super friendly Omar popped over for a chat. I fancied an ice cold, refreshing Michelada – a drink I’d sampled in a Mexican bar once in Barcelona, and had started drinking here in Mexico. But I was faced with a dilemma: the menu had Chelada and Michelada listed, what was the difference? Which one should I choose?
Omar explained that a Michelada is made with beer, fresh lime juice and assorted hot sauces, spices and peppers, served in a chilled, spice-rimmed glass. While the Chelada is a slightly tamer version, minus the hot sauces, spices and peppers, and the glass is salt-rimmed. Anyone who knows me will testify how much I like a Bloody Mary with extra Tabasco, so it was the spicier Michelada that I plumped for, served with a Modelo beer.
Once he’d brought it over, Omar added that it’s “good when you drink a lot of alcohol”. I assumed he meant it was a good remedy for a hangover, and said we have a saying in the UK, “hair of the dog”. I don’t think he quite understood that, but he smiled, nodded and wandered off.
I was left in peace, with just my own thoughts and a Suduko book to occupy my mind, while looking out to this…
At about 5.30pm, knowing how long it had taken to get to Tulum, I figured I better start making my way back. I paid my tab with Omar, and begrudgingly put my shorts and t-shirt back on.
Even at that time in the evening, it was still about 27c and people were still out enjoying the sun, sand and sea.
It was about quarter to eight in the evening by the time I made it back to the hotel in Playa del Carmen. A long, tiring day with lots of travel, but totally worth the trek. So the next day my friend Emma decided she wanted to see Tulum for herself, so off we went for another day in beach heaven.
The epitome of paradise, I kinda wish I could have just hung up a hammock and stayed there overnight, or forever…
Those people have no right to complain after all it is your choice whether you go on holiday or not. Besides you deserve it, you have been through so much xxx
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Thanks Ana – I really appreciate the support 🙂 They’re not gonna like it when I jet off again on Monday to Jordan lol! xx
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Haha well tell them to beep off! Mexico looks lush and I can’t wait to hear more about Jordan x
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So much to tell you about Jordan, I don’t even know where to begin… And now I’m off to Berlin and Budapest too, so that I can finish my 30 before 30 challenge! x
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Erm not at all jel! Looks lovely, I like the fact that thd beach was quiet and that cocktail looks lush 🙂 x
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Hahaha sorry Melanie, didn’t mean to make you jealous 😛 it’s a beautiful place though, I’d be back there now if I wasn’t in the UK haha! xx
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If you want to go then you go! You totally deserve it and it is your life to live how you want ;).
It looks like you had the most amazing time as well, how beautiful is Mexico.
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Thanks Sarah – you’re so right! I had the best time in Mexico, Tulum is a beautiful place x
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That beach looks incredible, I can see why you say it was paradise. I’d definitely like to visit Mexico one day.
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You should! I can’t recommend it enough, it’s such a diverse country! x
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I’ve been trying to convince my wife to go on holiday to Mexico for years… Maybe this will finally sway her!
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Hahaha! Good luck 🙂 and if it doesn’t, keep checking back on the blog, I’ve a whole load of Mexico posts coming this way! x
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Beautiful I’d love to go here sandy beaches in the UK are literally non existant so this would be amazing fab pictures !!
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Thanks Clarissa! Whereabouts are you in the UK? There’s a beach on the south coast called West Wittering, the sand isn’t as white as Tulum in Mexico, but it’s a beautiful UK beach 🙂 x
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I’m glad you didn’t listen to the people scoffing at doing another trip away so quickly. I haven’t done long haul in a week although it’s very tempting. I did Hawaii in about 9 days though and that was a manic amount of travel x
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I’ve done a few long hauls in just a week now, and I’ve never really had an issues with jet lag or being tired from the amount of travelling. I managed to pack so much into India and Puerto Rico too. I’d recommend trying it if you can x
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What an amazing place to travel to to escape for a week! I am actually going there in December, I have my tickets booked and I am looking forward to it. I have a friend in Tulum so I can’t wait to get to know the local life. 🙂
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That’s fantastic Joanna – you’ll have a brilliant time, especially if you’ve got a local person to take you around all the best haunts! I’m so jealous! x
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WOW! This looks so exciting! I love the tropical vibes! Your photos are gorgeous!
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Have you been to Mexico Candice? Tropical vibes all over the Caribbean coast areas that I visited 🙂 x
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I was here about 4 years ago and your photos are making me desperately want to go back. I miss all the delicious food!
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The Mexican food was to die for! I had the most amazing ceviche on the coast, seriously good! Gahhhh now I’ve even got myself wanting to be back there!!! xx
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The long journey looks absolutely worth it, stunning destination 🙂
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It really was Jemma, a beautiful place x
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Mexico is lovely I have been a few times. It is a gorgeous place to visit. I’ve done one week holidays there too and they were lovely.
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Glad to hear I’m not the only one crazy enough to go there for a week Melanie! I do wish I’d stayed for longer though 😦 where have you been when you visited? Any recommendations for when I go back? x
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If they complained about your travels girl then they would hate me because so long as I alive and able to afford travels I am out. Right now I am in Bali for my pre-30th celebrations and when I return I have 5 more trips booked before I turn 30.
Glad you trekked and enjoyed this gorgeous beach
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Hahaha! You sound just like me Anosa – I wish I had that many trips lined up! Where else will you be going once you’re back from Bali? I’m considering Indonesia actually, but not sure if now is a good time of year…? x
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As a travel and lifestyle blogger that often funds trips myself, I know how you feel. Wish people wouldn’t judge so much.
Now Mexico! Whoa, I’ve wanted to go for ages, and those beaches are so perfect. Looking forward to reading more about your trip
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Thanks Mellissa, I appreciate the support – all my recent travels are self-funded, so I really wish people wouldn’t judge me. I think those that know me well, and know what I’ve been through recently, are much more supportive! Plus everyone knows I’m on my mission to do 30 countries before I’m 30, and I have just 3 weeks left to do it! Arghhhhh! x
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That beach actually looks like my idea of paradise. Have never been to Mexico but it looks so lush.
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If you ever get the opportunity to go to Mexico, and feel safe venturing outside of a resort, definitely head to Tulum, it is gorgeous Emma x
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Looks AMAZING!! I’m absolutely with you on the short(ish) trips. I rarely ever go anywhere for longer than a week. In fact currently in Spain for four days haha. Seems like you had an awesome time xx
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Ahhh no way! Where are you in Spain? How is it? Super jealous 😛 x
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I’m in Tenerife for a long weekend and it’s been brilliant so far! We’re on the north side of the island so it’s super chilled and relaxing 😊
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I hope you had the best time Lou x
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Oh wow, I had the BEST time! Was so much fun 🙂
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oh my goodness that looks amazing and i would love to have a no kids holiday here with just hubby!
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A kid-free holiday here would be lush! But the kids would probably enjoy it too – the water is warm and shallow, and the waves weren’t strong at all! x
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What an amazing beach it looks like paradise. I have heard that Mexico is a lovely place to visit once you move away from the hyped up tourist places.
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Yes, I can definitely vouch for that Nayna – if you’re prepared to travel outside of the resorts (Playa del Carmen and Cancun), there are some amazing places to discover in Mexico x
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Who cares what other people think about your travel choices. I’d totally travel long haul for a week like that! x
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Thanks Colette! I wish more people were like you and positive about me exploring the world 👍🏻 my recent travels are all self funded too, so it’s not like I’m jetting off on a load of freebies lol! I’m off to Jordan tomorrow, so make sure you follow on Insta for the latest travel snaps x
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Wow, these pictures are amazing! I’d have to agree, it does look like it the ‘epitome of paradise’ 🙂 The best part is that it’s not even crowded! I wish Mexico wasn’t SOOOO far from where I live 😦
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It was amazing, I cannot recommend a trip there enough 🙂 it’s such a beautiful part of the world, if you can get there one day you should go Medha x
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First: People saying you just went on vacation, or trying to dictate how far is too far… *insert eyeroll here*. That is not for them to say, unless you are using their money and time (which, of course, I assume you are not.) Crazy. Who are they to say?
Second: Very nice location, and pretty beach! We’re hoping for a nice tropical vacation for Christmas this year, and are already planning to look in this area. Will have to do some poking around and see what we think!
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Hey Meg, thanks so much for the supportive comment 🙂 Definitely not spending anyone else’s money, all my travels are self-funded, so yeah, you’re right – and I’m having a break off work at the moment, so not using anyone’s time either!
I 100% recommend Tulum for Christmas vacation, though I would say if you’re going for a week then maybe do what I did and stay in Playa del Carmen and travel to Tulum for a few day trips – there’s not much else to do there except the beach and the ruins, so if you want something a bit more lively, you may be better staying in Playa like I did 🙂 x
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It is so beautiful there. I was there 3 years ago on the same beach but there were even fewer people. I hung out in one of the beach bars that had swings at the bar as seats. I loved it and couldn’t believe that despite it being read hot, the sand was cool and didn’t burn my feet!!
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You’re so right! My friend and I actually commented about how cool the sand was, considering it was so hot! I just got back from a trip to Jordan, where I went to the Dead Sea, and the sand there was so scorching that you could hardly walk from the sea to your sun lounger! I wonder why that is? x
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I get this all the time. From comments like, ‘do you ever work?’ to ‘how do you manage to get away so often?’. Usually because I am prepared to go to India for a week or the Middle East for a long weekend. Anyway Tulum is gorgeous. Love the colour of the sea there.
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I’m actually going to Jordan for 5 days now – sat waiting to board the plane! X
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That beach looks amazing! Never apologise for doing what you love. Some like a wardrobe full of clothes and shoes, some like the newest technology and people like us love travel. And when you can visit beaches like this I say good choice 😉
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Hahaha! You’re so right Claire – I love travelling, and would much prefer to spend my time and money on seeing the world than buying clothes and shoes (though obviously they’re nice too!) 😉 x
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You go girl! Happy to see you go after what you want without caring what other people think (they are just jealous). You are very inspiring to live your life to the fullest. In addition to your article we have heard nothing, but great things about Tulum. Your pictures were amazing! Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks Christina! Tulum is a really magical place, I’d definitely recommend it if you haven’t been to that part of the world yet x
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What an amazing holiday. It looks and sounds ace! I would love to go to mexico or anywhere and chill out on the beach! the photos are stunning!
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Thanks Angela! It’s a beautiful country 🙂 x
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It doesn’t matter how far you go, a week is for sure enough time to spend somewhere beautiful 🙂
So awesome you went!! The water looks amazing, definitely paradise.
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It really was paradise Halley, I’m so glad I went – though I wanted to stay longer than a week in the end hehe x
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I’ve never been to Mexico before but it looks AMAZING! Your pics are fab too, you’ve got me longing for a holiday now 🙂
Louise x
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Ahhh bless you – Mexico is super lush, I would definitely recommend it x
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That sea looks gorgeous. Your shots of the beach and see look like something out of a travel magazine 🙂
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Ahhh thanks so much Natasha – it helps when you have the perfect setting for taking photos 😉 x
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Wow, I had no idea that beaches in Mexico were this nice. I’d kill to be at a beach with white sand right now!
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You and me both hun – although the weather in the UK at the moment is pretty similar to what I had over in Mexico x
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This looks amazing. I’ve always wanted to visit Mexico, the beach looks great
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If you ever get the chance to go to Mexico, then go! You won’t be disappointed, I guarantee x
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Wow this looks like an amazing place to visit, I want to go back to Mexico
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I want to go back too! Take me with you 😛 x
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ENVY ALERT!!! I want to bet there right now, it looks gorgeous! I haven’t been to Mexico at all yet but I’d love to x
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Haha it is a beautiful place – more blog posts about my trip to Mexico coming soon! x
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What a gorgeous beach! I wish I knew about this when I went to Cancun a few years back x
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You’ll just have to go back to Mexico Stephanie 😉 x
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I think if you have the chance to travel, go for it! The World is an amazing place, go explore. Your stay in Mexico looks divine, and just perfect. It looks as I imagine it would, and I can totally understand why people travel all that way for such wonder. Amazing.
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Thanks Jen! Yeah, I know it was a long way to travel for just a week, but it was totally worth it! x
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That sky colour is as perfect as the sand colour! I love beaches that aren’t too packed like this.
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The colours of Tulum beach were so beautiful – it’s a really magical place x
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Oh take me there! I love your philosophy of life is for living and money is for spending! Those beaches look like heaven…
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It’s true, money is for spending 😛 x
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Ignore everyone – if you wanna go, just go!
That beach looks gorgeous! Love the sound of the quiet little bar and the cocktail
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Thanks Janet – you’re so right! I’m glad I ignored the petty comments and just went and enjoyed myself! x
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Looks that you had an awesome day there I really love that place and looks so relaxing, you deserve to have a good vacation
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Thanks so much! x
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that sea, that beach, everything. oh my gosh, it’s so stunning! glad you had some me time 🙂
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Yeah, some time alone to just reflect on everything that’s been happening recently was just what I needed x
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That beach looks amazing! I am such a fan of beaches and that white sand, stunning. I love how beautiful everything there seems to be.
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There’s no “seeming” about it, it is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been! The sand was soooooo white x
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I am very familiar with white sand beaches. They are famous on the Gulf Coast from Mexico to Florida (where I live). I also love those emerald waters. One of these days, I’ll get to Mexico and compare the two.
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Ooooh you must have so many beautiful beaches near you in Florida – here in the UK the beaches are a bit plain, and mostly rocky/pebbly x
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Looks like you had a great time. The water looks so blue.
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It was crystal clear, amazing for swimming in x
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These photos are amazing. I think it is great to travel as much as you can. They are memories you will have for a lifetime.
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You’re so right Claudia – I definitely won’t forget Tulum in a hurry, I’ve never seen a place so beautiful x
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blue waters, white sand, bright shinny sun… a complete beach package. you really had a fun and adventurous time out here.
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I totally did Lex, it was fantastic! x
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I’ve never heard of this place but it sounds wonderful. The photos and gorgeous! Another place to add to my list!
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It’s a bit of an undiscovered paradise, so not many people have heard of it. But it’s really beautiful and definitely worth adding to your bucket list x
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Now that’s just beautiful! I’ve never been to Mexico, but that beach rivals our favorites here in Florida 🙂 Glad you enjoyed!
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I love Florida too, though haven’t been in years. Will have to go back there soon, for sure x
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You really captured the beauty of Tulum! I’ve never been to Mexico but it is on my bucket list!
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Ahhh thanks Natalie – it’s a beautiful location, so the pictures came out amazing 🙂 x
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You look gorgeous and the place looks absolutely amazing. I know I would love going. And the Michelada looks so refreshing.
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The Micheladas were amazing, and not badly priced either! 🙂
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I was right around here last year near Playa del Carmen. There’s so much to do on the coast!
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It’s such a magical place isn’t it Alayna 🙂 I hope to go back one day! x
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Good for you for getting that ‘me’ time you need. It is important to get that. Looks like you had a relaxing vacation. Beautiful pictures! I long to visit the beach!
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Thanks Jessica – it’s a real paradise of a beach 🙂 and me time was just what I needed! x
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That’s definitely a piece of paradise on earth! I would love to laze around in that place all day!
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I wish I was back there, lazing in the sun now! x
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Beautiful beach and no worries at a place like this. As you draw closer to your goal, let me toss in two that might be easy to do. Gibraltar or Malta. Or think of a continent you haven’t visited and go there.
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Malta was actually a country I was considering, but my friends have told me it’s quite boring… have you been? What did you think Elizabeth? x
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Ohhh the beach and the white sand is calling me! I hope I can pay a visit and go on vacation in Mexico! Would definitely include Tulum to my must visit place there.
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You should, it’s a beautiful place! x
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Tulum really does look like paradise. Totally worth the travel time, even for a week!
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It really was Victoria – I had an amazing week there! x
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Oh it looks totally like paradise! I would definitely travel long haul to visit here. Kaz x
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Hehe! Have you ever taken Ickle Pickle long haul? If not, maybe Mexico could be the place to go…! x
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That does sound like heaven – sometimes you just have to follow your wanderlust!
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I totally agree Emma!! x
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What an amazing find. Definitely sounds like it was worth the trek.
Don’t listen to the people who are complaining about your trips. They are just jealous.
V ❤️
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It was definitely worth the trek Vicky, the beach was pure paradise x
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I don’t even know how many countries I have visited. It is a lot of fun I have to count it out. I think 30 before 30 is a fab goal.
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i really commend you for traveling to mexico for just a week and i can see its totally doable!
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It was definitely doable hun – though I wished I was there longer! x
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Looks like your travels to Mexico were super fun! So awesome. Will you go back
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The beaches are gorgeous! It reminds me of Hawaii.
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These beaches are amazing!!!! I would LOVE to adventure here some day. Great pictures.
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This beaches is so great !! I love the beaches !! That is a beautiful place !!
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I went to Mexico for a week too. I felt like a needed just a few more days. But it was amazing! I would say it was my favourite place to visit, closely followed by Italy
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I smiled all the way through this post…then it made me sad 😦 ….It’s just made me miss Tulum, I loved that place. I could literally feel the heat radiating off that white sand as I looked at your pics…then I felt the gust of wind from window to remind me I’m back home haha …Did you get out to the ruins up on the cliff? with all the lizards and iguanas running around free?
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Glad that my post and pictures could transport you back to the Mexican coat Amit 🙂 Yeah, I did get to the ruins, though it was so overcrowded and busy, I didn’t stay long. I think the ruins in the Chichen Itza park are a lot better if I’m honest, and it was a lot less crowded! But I’m glad I visited the Tulum ruins, the views were spectacular from up there too x
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Oh, I actually hated Chitchen Itza, I thought they were the most over-rated ones of all the Mayan and Aztec ruins I went to, my fave were the Palenque ruins ( If ever you get a chance they are a must visit haha) The Palenque ones are in the jungle, howler monkeys can be heard in the trees, the ruins themselves are accessible so you can go inside them and overall for me a much better experiecne 😀
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I love Mexico so much! All time favourite place. If I was given the option to go for a week, I’d be on my way to the airport straight away! I’ve visited Tulum once to see the Mayan ruins and got to spend a bit of time on the beach. Beautiful white sands! Going back this Christmas will be spending more time near Akumal and Tulum, can’t wait 😀
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I’m in love with Mexico since I was a child. I would like to go there one day 🙂 Tulum looks like a heaven and a dream place to spend days and days, and the white sand is amazing! Can’t wait to go there 🙂
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Oh Nives, I hope you manage to make it there one day soon! Tulum is such a beautiful place! x
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Wow, looks nice! I have never been to Mexico or anywhere near, always went east to Thailand or Malaysia for my beach life. Seems like I have to consider a westbound journey the next time!
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I’m the complete opposite to you Per – I haven’t really been anywhere to the East yet, only India. But yes, I definitely recommend you take some trips to the Caribbean, Central America and also South America 🙂 x
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That’s a stunning beach! We would definitely feel at home here since the place looks like many of our beaches here in the Philippines. Is there a scuba diving scene there?
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Scuba diving is massive there, there are so many scuba diving companies to choose from. I haven’t done it myself there, as I have issues with my ears so am unable to scuba dive 😦 but the water is so clear, you’d definitely see fish and turtles x
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Oh, that is super cool! We also saw through Jonathan Bird’s Blue World YouTube channel that Mexico has amazing reefs. We should plan out a visit/dive there.
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Would love to see pics if you do ❤
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They’re in his YouTube channel. Check out “Jonathan Bird’s Blue World.” He has several dives in Mexico. 🙂
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My husband and I would probably just prefer the Modelo by itself haha we are not to keen on spicy. We hear from people all the time about going on vacation to much. Its our life and we want to experience it the best we can. I think Tulum is more up our alley than Cancun.
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Modelo on it’s own is still delicious! 😉 x
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Wow, the place looks absolutely gorgeous. This is one place where I could sit and relax for the whole day. One of my friends had been to Mexico last year and she was all gaga over the place. Now I understand why! And keep on travelling. People will keep talking; they always do!
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Oh trust me, I’ll never stop travelling 😉 x
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Beautiful. That is the place I wanna be, after traveling the North. North is gorgeous, but harsh. Heh but now it is anomaly, it is warm.
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This place is so beautiful, and very relaxing! x
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Tulum looks beautiful and I love that it is quiet. I had not heard about Playa Del Carmen before a couple of months ago and now I keep reading and hearing about it everywhere. Would love to visit this part of Mexico, hopefully next winter.
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Playa del Carmen is definitely somewhere to consider if you’re planning a trip to Mexico – I haven’t been to Cancun, but a lot of people who have been to both prefer Playa 🙂 x
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The beach looks like paradise. That sea looks gorgeous. Your shots are looking great too. Tulum is surely a great place to visit when in Mexico. I wish you could stay there for a longer time.
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So do I Shreya, so do I! I am now considering a trip back there in a few weeks! x
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It may have been a long way to go for a week but worth it how lush was that beach. As for people moaning about you going on another holiday those who travel live longer because they are happier and it’s your hard earned pennies do what you want with them. You certainly found a number of instagrammable locations as well.
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You’re 100% right, I’m sure I’ll live to a ripe old age with all the travelling I do LOL x
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Mexico always looks like such an amazing place to go. The beaches look absolutely stunning! I could 100% do with curling up on that beach away from everything right now.
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I too would want to stay at this beach all day. I do agree that the money for the lounger was well spent.
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Beautiful photos. I would love to go here one day. One of my favorite things to do is relax by the water.
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I’ve always wanted to spend my holidays in Mexico! This place looks like a wonderful spot to stay … I’ll keep it in mind for my next summer trip! Lovely pics! 🙂
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If you want to go, you should go and enjoy yourself! I have never been but it sure does look lovely!
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This is definitely a place on our list! The pictures are beautiful and nothing beats a good few days in the sun.
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I’m so jealous, it’s been snowing for months where I live and I dream of the beach! Mexico sounds just about amazing right now!
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You take all the trips you want to, girl! Who cares how many you do and how soon!
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This looks perfect place for weekend gateway. I would love to travel Mexico soon.
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Looks like a wonderful destination to spend good times with. I love it’s tropical hot vibe. This is definitely my next stop
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I have always love holidays at the beach. And by looking at the pictures, I can say that it looks like a beautiful destination to relax and unwind
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Tulum is a great place to vacation. Our friends just celebrated their honeymoon over there. So nice.
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