Latin America · beach
Tulum
Mexico
Ancient ruins, turquoise seas, and jungle cenotes await your perfect escape
Tulum enjoys a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, averaging 75-90°F. The dry season from December through April offers sunny skies, low humidity, and calm Caribbean waters — ideal for beach and cenote exploration. Hurricane season runs June through October, bringing heavy rain, high humidity, and occasional storms that can disrupt travel.
When to visit
Award flights from the US
Economy
Chase Ultimate Rewards → United MileagePlus
via United
+ $55 taxes
Transfer Chase UR to United and book NYC–CUN nonstop on United or partners. Saver award rates apply; ~17,500 miles each way in economy.
Amex Membership Rewards → Aeroplan
via Aeroplan
+ $60 taxes
Transfer Amex MR to Air Canada Aeroplan and book on United or Air Canada codeshares. Excellent value with low carrier surcharges.
Business / First
Chase Ultimate Rewards → Aeroplan
via Aeroplan
+ $80 taxes
Transfer Chase UR to Aeroplan and book business class on Air Canada or United. Short-haul business to Cancun offers premium cabin service.
Capital One Miles → Turkish Miles&Smiles
via Turkish Miles&Smiles
+ $90 taxes
Transfer Capital One Miles to Turkish and book on United business class. Turkish offers among the lowest surcharges for Star Alliance partners.
Cash equivalent: economy ~$420 · business ~$1,400 roundtrip from NYC
Award hotels
Hyatt Ziva Tulum
Hyatt
All-inclusive property on a stunning clifftop above the Caribbean. World of Hyatt points redeem well here especially with free night certificates.
Marriott Tulum Hotel & Residences
Marriott
Modern resort near the hotel zone with pool, spa, and proximity to beach clubs. Marriott Bonvoy points transfer 3:1 from Amex MR.
Be Tulum Boutique Hotel
Independent
No points redemption available, but a celebrated adults-only eco-boutique property in the Tulum hotel zone worth paying cash for.
What to see & do
Tulum Archaeological Zone
Dramatic Mayan cliff-top ruins overlooking the turquoise Caribbean, one of the most photogenic ancient sites in Mexico.
Gran Cenote
Crystal-clear freshwater cenote just outside town, perfect for snorkeling amid stalactites and tropical fish.
Tulum Beach Club Strip
Stretch of powder-white sand lined with chic beach clubs like Papaya Playa Project and Ahau offering daybeds and cocktails.
Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve
UNESCO-protected wetland and jungle reserve with boat tours, bird watching, and floating down ancient Mayan canals.
Hartwood Restaurant
Legendary open-air wood-fire restaurant in the jungle, book weeks ahead for inventive Mexican cuisine under the stars.
Coba Ruins Climb
One of the few remaining Mayan pyramids you can still climb, rising 138 feet above the jungle canopy with panoramic views.
Monthly weather
| Month | Low | High | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 68°F | 82°F | |
| Feb | 68°F | 83°F | |
| Mar | 70°F | 85°F | |
| Apr | 72°F | 87°F | |
| May | 74°F | 89°F | |
| Jun | 75°F | 90°F | |
| Jul | 75°F | 91°F | |
| Aug | 75°F | 91°F | |
| Sep | 74°F | 90°F | |
| Oct | 73°F | 88°F | |
| Nov | 70°F | 85°F | |
| Dec | 68°F | 82°F |
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