Tulum, Mexico

This beachside town in Riviera Maya is still off the beaten path for most first-time travellers to Mexico. It may be one reason it continues to be a growing hot spot with seasoned travellers. Here, visitors won't find the traditional rows of large resorts like in other parts on the Riviera Maya, as the area has development restrictions to maintain its natural beauty.

Tulum is truly an adventurer's paradise, has tropical forests, mangroves and a variety of wildlife. Don't miss the drive down a bumpy road to the fishing town of Punta Allen.

Don't Come Home Without:
A must-see in the Tulum area are the ruins of Coba. Unlike other Mexican ruins, Coba is set in the jungle, and tourists can still climb the main pyramid, Nohochmul.