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It's about 75 miles (120 km) south of Cancún on the eastern coast of the Yucatán Peninsula of México (map)

February is dry season in Tulum with an average temperature of 75°F. Expect sunshine and a seabreeze on the beach.

From February 1 - April 30, the timezone in Tulum will be the same as Eastern Standard in America. This is due to a recent change from Central Standard to Daylight Savings Time that the state of Quintana Roo authorized

Once you get to Tulum, you really don't need any other transportation other than your feet. Most bars & restaurants are a quick walk up or down the beach. Taxis are available for short excursions around Tulum. If need be, you could rent a car in the town of Tulum for comparable rates found in the U.S.

Shuttle service or rental cars are viable options. We plan on coordinating an airport shuttle service. Please send your flight information to shuttle@waltherswedding.com if you are interested in this option. More details to follow...

Yes! Most places list prices in both American dollars and pesos. You will probably get a slightly better exchange rate using pesos, however.

Yes, but beware of the small ATMs in the beach zone. We recommend using the Santander Bank ATMs at the airport or the Pemex gas station ATMs. You can exchange currency at the airport and some hotels in Tulum. We recommend credit cards for any larger purchases and pesos when you're bartering with the locals. Having small denominations helps. Cab drivers and other street vendors, conveniently for them, don't ever seem to have change!

Many, but not all places accept credit cards. Often there is a fee to use them...generally 7%. It's not a bad idea to call your credit card company and let them know you'll be abroad. In order to protect you, some banks will freeze a credit card if they see a charge from a foreign country you don't typically visit.

Yes. 10% to 15% on a restaurant or bar bill is typical. 20 to 30 pesos is a good tip for housekeeping and 5 to 10 pesos is a normal tip for a gas station attendant. Tipping tour guides is also customary.

Some tap water is safe, but to err on the side of caution, bottled water is readily available in the area.

If you are eating at a restaurant frequented by foreign travelers, the bar probably uses purified ice, so don't worry!

Tap water is fine for showering and brushing those pearly whites!

Tulum is a safe destination but travelers need to exercise the same common sense that they would at home.

Even if you're coming from Chicago, you'll be surprised by the aggressive drivers in Mexico! Stay alert for swerving, speedy drivers and pedestrians! There are several speed limit changes so be alert and keep below the speed limit to avoid getting pulled over in your rental car. Additionally, it's generally not recommended to leave things inside your car or trunk. Rental vehicles can be a target for theft.

You'll notice armed federales at checkpoints on your drive from the Cancun airport to Tulum. This is an everyday measure of the local law enforcement and nothing to be alarmed about.

Yes, many of the hotels offer WiFi. However, unless you have an international plan on your phone, you should switch your cell phone to "airplane mode" anytime you're not trying to connect with anyone. This way you will avoid surprise charges for roaming from your cell phone company.

Nope. Mexico's electrical grid is 60 Hz just like the U.S.

Attire is beach chic. Ladies, be sure to bring your favorite formal sundress but leave the stillettos in the states. Gentlemen, keep the fabric light. Suits, jackets, and ties are optional but skip the shorts.

Don't forget a light jacket and scarf for breezy nights on the beach. It's helpful to have a flashlight too while walking the beach at night. Sunscreen and bug spray is expensive in Tulum so bring some from home if you can. And of course, don't forget your sunglasses, hat, and passport on the way to the airport!