Tulum Q&A

My husband and I are considering staying at Hotel Milam in Tulum next fall for 5 nights. We're interested in getting an idea of the pricing for food and drinks, as it's not listed on their website.

I've been to Tulum often for work and to see family, and I've always had a pretty smooth experience with the police, but this time I had a pretty unsettling experience with a police checkpoint while driving to Chichén Itzá. I had a nicotine vape on my lap, and the officer immediately told me to pull over, saying it was illegal to have in the car. He then accused me of having marijuana, and I explained that it was just a nicotine vape. He said vapes were illegal in Mexico, and I had no idea. He told me I was going to jail until I could appear before a judge, but then suddenly offered to let me pay a ticket on the spot and leave. The fine was around $387 USD, but I only had $200, and he agreed to take that instead. No ticket, no receipt, no paperwork. Nothing. What should I have done?

I travel to Tulum often for work and to see family. I'm looking for the best way to get from Cancun to Tulum and then from Tulum to the airport. I've heard that the ADO bus is a good option, but I want to know more about it.

I'm planning a trip with my wife in February, and she can't swim. Are there any cenotes and other water experiences that we can enjoy?

I'm looking for a place to stay in Tulum and I've heard these two neighborhoods are the best for their safety and proximity to the center. I've seen apartments in La Veleta, but the area around the complex is a bit run-down. I'm not sure if Aldea Zama is the same.

I'm planning a trip to Tulum with a child in November and I'm worried about dengue, Zika or malaria. I've heard the mosquitoes are bad there. Can anyone recommend a good repellent and how to avoid getting bitten?

We're planning a romantic getaway to Tulum in December and want to stay somewhere with a jungle vibe and prioritize safety.

I've been trying to get a ride from the airport to my place in La Veleta, but I'm not sure if Uber is available in Tulum. I've seen cars available in the app, but I'm not sure if it's reliable.

My partner and I are from Argentina, and we're planning to stay in Tulum from December 30, 2026, to January 30, 2027. We're looking for an entire apartment or condo for two people, ideally with 1 or 2 bedrooms. Our maximum budget is $1,200 USD for the entire stay, including all taxes and fees.

My elderly mother and I will be traveling to Tulum soon. I'd like to spend a day or two cenotes diving, but I'd also like her to be able to snorkel at the same location. Does anyone know of a shop that offers snorkeling tours while scuba diving at cenotes?

I'm a frequent traveler to Tulum for work and family visits, and I'm 30 weeks pregnant, planning a relaxing Babymoon in early November, looking for a beach destination with decent prices and no high-adventure activities.

I've been hearing about the struggles of the hotel zone in Tulum, but I'm curious about the rest of the town. I've been visiting Tulum often for work and to see family, and I'm planning to return soon. Are the local grocery stores, markets, and other businesses still open? Has the local population been affected economically? Have many expats moved away? Are there any new safety concerns? I hope the local communities are doing well.

I've been checking the weather app and see nothing but rain showers for the next week. I'm headed to Tulum next week to see my family for work.

I'm planning a trip to Cancun and Tulum and I'm getting conflicting information about using USD versus Mexican Pesos. Can anyone clarify when I would actually need to use USD?

Planning a trip to Tulum in November and looking for recommendations on activities and exploring the downtown area.

I'm considering returning to Tulum for 6 months and want to know if the high season for gyms and events is during October-March, and if it's still possible to find a community that's not just tourists.

I recently received an emergency alert on my phone in Tulum, but I don't speak Spanish and couldn't understand what it said. I'm wondering if anyone else received the same alert and what it was about.