Ancient Stones and Ocean Breeze at Tulum Ruins

#holidayitinerary Exploring the Tulum Ruins in Tulum, Quintana Roo is like stepping into a postcard. You’ve got these old stone structures from the Maya days sitting right on a cliff, looking out over insanely blue Caribbean water. It’s honestly kind of surreal. You’re walking through history, but there’s also the sound of waves and palm trees swaying, total chill vibes. The site’s not huge, so you don’t need all day, but there’s enough to wander and snap a bunch of pics. El Castillo is the main one, perched right by the edge, major wow moment. If it’s not too hot, take the little trail down to the beach. Yes, you can actually swim under the ruins which is pretty epic. Go early if you can, before the tour buses show up. Bring water, sunscreen, and maybe a hat because it gets real sunny and there’s not a ton of shade. Super worth it for the mix of history, views, and beachy energy.