Tulum, Among the Most Popular Destinations in the World

A few days ago, after a survey among TripAdvisor users, Tulum was ranked number 4 among the most attractive cities in the world. It is not surprising: Tulum has the wonderful landscapes and the Mayan ruins rising above its turquoise sea.

More than beaches: archaeology and underground rivers

In addition to its beautiful beaches, you can take a day off from the sand to visit El Castillo, the Temple of the Frescoes and the Temple of the Descending God.

You can also explore underground rivers beneath the stalactites in the sacred caverns of LabnaHa Ecological Park, and dive into the many cenotes found in this region.

The ancient walled city was one of the last to be built by the Maya, yet the archaeological site is incredibly well preserved.

Playa del Carmen also makes the top 20

The wonders that the Mexican Caribbean offers every day, its incredible flora and fauna, and the magical sites such as natural cenotes, archaeological ruins and nearby towns also placed Playa del Carmen at number 14 in the top 20 most popular destinations, above places like Egypt and the Dominican Republic.

The 20 best destinations in the world (Travellers Choice Awards 2022)

• 1. Mallorca, Balearic Islands
• 2. Cairo, Egypt
• 3. Rhodes, Dodecanese
• 4. Tulum, Mexico
• 5. Dubrovnik, Croatia
• 6. Ibiza, Balearic Islands
• 7. Natal, Brazil
• 8. Arusha, Tanzania
• 9. Goreme, Turkey
• 10. Santorini, Cyclades
• 11. Paraty, Brazil
• 12. Aruba
• 13. Split, Croatia
• 14. Playa del Carmen, Mexico
• 15. Hawaii Island, Hawaii
• 16. Luxor, Egypt
• 17. Dominican Republic
• 18. Charleston, USA
• 19. Saint Martin, Caribbean
• 20. North Male Atoll, Maldives

In summary

With Tulum at number 4 and Playa del Carmen at number 14, the Mexican Caribbean now occupies two of the twenty most desirable spots on the planet, the kind of validation that only deepens its appeal for second-home buyers.