Caleta Tankah is a beautiful bay on the Mexican Caribbean, 4 km from Tulum archaeological zone, ideal for snorkeling. Its beautiful white sand beach makes it one of the most beautiful beaches of the Riviera Maya, where you can see the Mayan ruins of Tulum. There is also a restaurant offering a delicious and well-stocked buffet every day, and the option of ordering à la carte seafood specialties. Caleta Tankah is a very special place where you come in contact with nature and forget the hustle and bustle of the city. At dusk, you can go to Margarita Bar and restaurant opening night with a huge frozen margarita flavor of your favorite drink served in Mexican-style blown glass. Margarita Bar, has an excellent menu of margaritas of various flavors, recognized as the best in the Riviera Maya. In addition, every night there are different events in the Mexican Caribbean atmosphere outdoors with a variety of music in the parking lot of the Mayan pyramids of Tulum. Also the restaurant La Palapa Hemingway appears in the list of favorite restaurants in Tulum. A fun place for teenagers and adults who like to enjoy fine cuisine while enjoying the rhythms of bolero, merengue and bachata making it a fun place to eat and dance after you have explored  the majestic Mayan pyramids of Tulum and have enjoyed all the water activities that the beautiful beach of Tulum has.

At about 109 km from Cancun and 43 km from Playa del Carmen and 22 km from the Mayan ruins of Tulum, there is a very attractive beach set amidst the lush green of the Riviera Maya. A completely calm bay surrounded by jungle, with shallow waters making it an ideal place for a holiday with children. The water here is so exceedingly clear and the beach features so fine sand that it seems talcum powder. In addition to its tranquility, it is one of the favorite trips to the Tulum beach areas, since it is a cherished haven for those running away from excessive tourism. This site is a wonderful place for snorkeling and diving, because of the clarity of its waters and abundant marine life. Lately, Chemuyil and all areas around the Mayan pyramids of Tulum, have had construction activity. The entrance to the public beach at Chemuyil has not very good signaling, and is very hidden, usually people get lost and take some time to find it but once arriving at the place, the beautiful view is a great reward. There’s no place in the world with the clarity of Chemuyil’s seawater. In addition, there are sun loungers and huts available for the general public with no charge. Chemuyil is one of the secrets of the Riviera Maya. It is well worth making a stop here on your way to or from the Mayan ruins of Tulum. There is a rocky area in the bay, which is easily accessible, where you may notice a stream of cold water into the sea from a nearby cenote (sinkhole) that you can also visit. The area surrounding the Mayan ruins of Tulum, has abundant underground rivers and cenotes. In Chemuyil, there are very few, but rich and cozy beachfront restaurants offering local cuisine and excellent seafood and fresh fish. From the area of the Mayan pyramids of Tulum to Chemuyil there are some camping sites with basic services like, health, for the adventurous tourists.

During the Mexican Holidays from April 30th to May 6th, 2010, the flow of tourists in Tulum Archaeological Site, had a significant increase not only with the presence Europeans, Asians and American but also with domestic tourism.

The occupancy of the 226 thousand rooms in Tulum  hotels is above 80 percent. This increased flow of visitors to Tulum Mayan Ruins is of  tourists  mainly from the U.S. and Europe. However, during this extended period of Mexican holidays which celebrates children’s day, Labor´s Day and the Battle of Puebla Anniversary, many Mexicans took advantage of the different deals to spend a vacation in Tulum, crowding Tulum Archaeological Zone  Ruins and Tulum beach, reaching almost 90% of Tulum Hotels occupancy and marking  so, a decidedly tourism increase registered in the ninth municipality of Quintana Roo, Mexico, which according to some estimates made by Tulum authorities, will remain on average for July and August 2010, which indicates a gradual decline in the economic crisis that affected the tourist industry  in 2009.

The white sandy beach of Tulum delineates the deep blue of the Caribbean Sea, inviting its visitors to discover the wonders of the Riviera Maya.

Immersed into the dense jungle of the Riviera Maya, there are several archaeological sites that bear witness to an amazing ancient civilization, “the Maya.”

Tulum Mayan ruins, solemnly stand on a cliff. Visitors can see the sunset from the top, enjoying a splendid view of the Caribbean and take a plunge in the beach.

In Tulum, Mexico you can also go to pre-Hispanic city’s oldest and largest state east of the Yucatan, “Coba”. From the top of the pyramid Nohoch Mul, one of the highest in the Maya World, you can see the lush jungle and the placid lakes that in the past served to supply water to its inhabitants.

They are also still some Maya Trails called “Sacbes” (the longest, 100 km) which connected to Tulum Ruins to other major cities. In Cobá were found serveral stelae with calendar dates that tell the story of this city founded in 600 AD and occupied until the fifteenth century.

On Tulum area and surroundings in the Riviera Maya, Mexico you can dive or snorkel in more than 30 explored cenotes (sinkholes) and caves, these are activities that attract most tourists who come to spend their vacation in Tulum, since underwater, prevails peace and calming silence together with the solemnity of the stalactites and stalagmites that decorate the caves, leaving its visitors bewildered and giving them moments of reflection.

 At a short distance from Tulum, in the Riviera Maya, Mexico  outstand the theme parks Xcaret and Xel Ha, with a range of fun attractions and environmental activities. Both are a good example of sustainable development that is taking place in the region.

Tulum, south of the Riviera Maya, Mexico  is an exciting adventure for every traveler who wants to enjoy the tranquility of nature and tradiction and the rich history and culture of the country.

At Tulum Beach, there are many surprises that amaze visitors. During the month of October, large colonies of blue crabs from the mangroves cross the sea to breed, creating an unbeatable entertainment for lovers of nature.

During the summer, huge sea turtles come to Tulum beach to spawn. It is advisable not to attend this event to not interrupt the cycle of turtles. During this time, environmentalists monitor Tulum beach to protect nests and hatchlings. The release of thousands of baby turtles is a unique experience that attracts children and adults around the world, year after year.

A few meters from Tulum Beach, there is a mysterious world of coral reefs, home to thousands of underwater species, which can be discovered by scuba diving or snorkeling.

A  Tulum vacation is  ideal  for souls who like bohemian music, dance, or enjoy delicious regional or international food under the stars.

The Maya city of Tulum, on the Riviera Maya,  Southeast coast of the Yucatan peninsula, in the State of Quintana Roo, North of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve,  145 km south of Cancun, on a spectacular 12 meters cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

Tulum, Mexico is one of the greatest cities of the ancient Mayan world. Among other important archaeological sites are Coba, 42Km northwest of Tulum Ruins and Chichen Itza, 159Km in the same direction.

Around the Ruins of Tulum Archaeological Zone, and the small neighboring towns, the Maya people have kept their customs and traditions alive, and most of them live in houses with thatched roofs. The main activity is fishing, building huts, making crafts and furniture, among other activities. 

Tulum, in the Riviera Maya  is home to a system of underground rivers and cenotes connecting with the sea, along the coast, making it an extremely attractive place for tourists. Also, Tulum beach is so beautiful, that  every year thousands of marine turtles arrive to lay their eggs.

Tulum is divided into three different areas, Tulum Hotel Zone, Tulum town and Tulum Archaeological Zone (Ruins). In the zone of  Hotels in Tulum, there are some of the most spectacular beaches, many of them are still pristine and considered among the best beaches in the world.
 
The architecture of the Hotels in Tulum shows a deep respect for the environment and a lovely harmony with the natural beauty of the surroundings.

There is only one avenue with commercial activity; craft shops and supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, bus station, bank and post office in the area of Hotels in Tulum.

For years, Tulum beach has been the mecca for travelers seeking spiritual and physical relaxation, tha is why Tulum, Mexico is certainly the ideal destination for nature lovers, sun, and culture.

Due to the dynamic growth of the Riviera Maya, including Tulum and the great demand of services, the construction of Tulum International Airport will begin on this year, so you can travel directly to Tulum in a very near future instead of arriving at Cancun.

Unlike the big chains of Tulum hotels, small ones do not enjoy the boom in occupancy and they rely increasingly on the high season, so far the figures are quite low and they can only hope that the start of the Easter holiday period takes the desired effect, say the hoteliers of Cancun, Riviera Maya and surroundings.

Tulum hotels with less than 15 rooms located on the shores of the Tulum beach, from the ruins of Tulum Archaeological Zone to Sian Ka’an, cover about two thousand 300 rooms, which have not had a good occupancy in the recent weeks, so that hotel enterprisers desperately wait a rebound during the last week of March with the arrival of the Easter vacation in Tulum, from March 28th to April 04th, 2010.

Easter week is a full week in which tourists can visit all the attractions of the Riviera Maya, from Cancun to Tulum Archaeological Zone.

In addition to the lovely Tulum beach, it has one of the most important Mayan archaeological sites in the area and attractions for the whole family.

Tulum hotels suit all budgets. There are large luxury family resorts, romantic hotels for couples,  hotels for singles and rustic cabins on the beach. There is also very simple accommodation for those globetrotters who just want to rest without great pretensions.

Check with your travel agent about Tulum hotels, rates, special Easter promotions, activities, tours and best travel deals.

During your Tulum vacation, embark on your own jungle adventure! Forty-two kilometers inland from Tulum beach, an hour from Playa del Carmen and a 90-minute drive from Cancún, Cobá is one of the Maya World’s largest archaeological sites and has an extension of around 70 square kilometers. The city is clustered around five shallow lakes, which would have provided fresh water in ancient times, and its name in Maya means “waters ruffled by the wind.”
The city reached its peak during the Mayan Classic period, A.D. 250-900, when it was a regional capital inhabited by up to 70,000 people. An important trade center, it also distributed goods to and from the eastern seaboard, Central America and cities in the Yucatán.
Archaeologists believe that Cobá had links with the Guatemalan city of Tikal, pointing to certain architectural similarities in the earliest buildings at the site, for example, pyramids, false arches, lintels, huge, roughly cut blocks and a coating of red stucco plaster. Some later structures at the site also resemble Tulum Mayan ruins.
The most famous building at Cobá is the Nohoch Mul pyramid. Standing 42 meters high, it is the tallest pyramid in the northern Yucatán. Other clusters of buildings at the site are the Cobá group, the oldest in the city, La Iglesia, another 24-meter-high pyramid crowned by a temple, the Ball Court, Las Pinturas, Xaibé or the Crossroads Pyramid and the Macanxoc group which has nine circular altars and eight stelae.
Cobá is also famous for the sacbes or Mayan causeways that radiate from the heart of the city. To date, 45 of these roads have been detected at the site including the longest sacbe in the Maya World, which links it to Yaxuná, a lesser city in the Chichén Itzá hinterland, 101 kilometers away.
Getting there: Take the turnoff marked “Coba” in the Zone of  Hotels in Tulum.

During your Tulum vacation take a day to catch a glimpse of the strange underground world of the Riviera Maya without getting wet by visiting Aktun Chen (very close to Tulum). Located in the jungle two miles south of Akumal, this park is famous for its caves, thought to be five million years old. One of the caves has been floodlit so that visitors can see the stalactite and stalagmite formations and an underground lake. Aktun Chen is one of the most amazing tours around Tulum area.
Getting there: Take Highway 307 north from Tulum Mayan Ruins. Ask your travel Agent for lodging options. Tulum has Hotels for all budgets.

During your vacation in Tulum, visit Xel-Há by car. Xel-Ha Park lies a few minutes only to the north of Tulum Mayan Ruins. No matter if you are staying in Cancun or in la Riviera Maya, Tulum-Xel Ha is one of the most popular Tours. Xel Ha is a chain of cenotes, lagoons and inlets nourished by fresh water from underground streams which mixes with the waters of the Caribbean. Fish from nearby reefs congregate in the lagoons to feed and breed and local people proudly call Xel-Ha the world’s largest natural aquarium. Whether the claim is true or not, the crystalline waters are ideal for a close encounter with rainbow-colored reef dwellers such as solitary butterfly, trigger and angel fish and shoals of porkfish and French grunts.
Snorkeling and swimming are permitted in designated areas of the park and you can float through the water on an over-sized inner tube. There are hammocks and palapas, restaurants, shops, restrooms and lockers.
Paths wind through the jungle around the inlet leading to secluded pools, the lazy river, the cliff, the Mayan cave, the dolphin area and other attractions. For a breathtaking view of the turquoise waters, walk back across the floating bridge at the mouth of the inlet. You’ll see larger fish such as snappers and jacks.
Xel-Ha was also a Post-Classic port and trade enclave. The archaeological site is across the highway from the park and you pay a separate admission charge to visit it. During excavations in the park, archaeologists found traces of Mayan occupation on the shores of the inlet, including temples and offerings at a shrine in an underwater cave, thought to be in honor of the Diving God, a mysterious deity that was the focus of a regional cult. There are Many hotels in Tulum to stay.
Getting there: Highway 307 to the north of Tulum Ruins.

If you are in search for the top beaches in the world, here you will find a useful list of the world’s most popular beaches, which includes Tulum, Riviera Maya as the all-time favorite beach destination that offers spectacular turquoise waters and the most secluded locations. 

There are many ways to pick the top ten beaches in the world which depend on our own personal traveling style. Some beaches are so apart from the rest of the world that they turn idyllic havens for honeymooners, while others are more accessible and practical for families with kids. Here is our list of Top 10 Beaches in the World.

1. Bora Bora, Matira Point, Tahiti: This is a not-to-be-missed beach! Matira Beach is one of those magical islands of Bora Bora that makes up French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Long and calm stretches of beach is what you can expect from Matira Beach.

2. Anguilla, Caribbean: Anguilla is flat; there are no mountains like so many other Caribbean islands have. That means few clouds, lots of sunshine and little rain. Parts of Anguilla are literally desert, no cruises, no water sports and the beaches all to you.

3. Anse source D’Argent, La Digue, Seychelles: La Digue is the fourth largest inhabited island of the Seychelles. This is known to be the most photographed beach in the world, because of its long stretch golden soft white coral sands and hidden coves.

4. Pink Sands Beach, Harbour Island, Bahamas: Harbour Island’s pink sand beach is alluring to any traveler in the world. Basking under the glorious Caribbean sun it is 3 miles long and half a mile wide and offers picture perfect locales to the visitors.

5. Whitehaven beach, Australia: It is an almost four mile stretch of pristine sand perfect to plan a day of peace since you will feel in the middle of the noweres. Beware of Queensland’s seasonal marine stingers – these jellyfish are deadly!

6. Oahu, Honolulu: Oahu is considered the “Heart of Hawaii” and is the most visited of all of the Hawaiian Islands. Oahu is also home to the world-famous Waikiki beach. The most popular resort areas are Waikiki, Turtle Bay, Kahala and Diamond Head.

7. Tulum, Riviera Maya, Mexico: Tulum beach has been the Mecca of travelers in search of an eco-archaeological beach destination. These beautiful virgin beaches offer numerous relaxing retreats such as yoga, spas and romantic cabanas in a unique secluded ambience. Tulum has been named the top beach in the world by many travel industry professionals such as Conde Nast Traveller Magazine.

8. Horseshoe Bay – Bermuda: Horseshoe Bay is considered to be one of the loveliest beaches in the world. The wide stretches of pink soft sand and clear blue water entice travelers to its 21 mile long shoreline full of corals, and shells.

9. St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles: If you appreciate gourmet food, world class duty free shopping, vibrant nightlife, pristine beaches, all year long warm weather and a cosmopolitan atmosphere with a Caribbean taste, St Maarten is a good option for you!

10. Which should be one of the 10  top beaches in the world for you?