Save yourself the trouble, and don't try to find an Uber or Lyft while in Tulum. You'll need to rely on other forms of transportation, so you may need to plan ahead a bit further than you do in other vacation destinations.
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Uber is a safe, easy, and affordable way to get around Mexico City and is something I use a lot in this city. Most Ubers will arrive for pick up in 5 minutes or less, sometimes a few minutes longer if you're outside the main areas.
You could choose to walk from the hotel areas to the beaches, the ruins and even Tulum Pueblo, depending on where you're located. However, you may find taxis are a more comfortable option, given the heat. And you should always exercise common sense and not walk long distances alone at night.
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If you stay aware of yourself, your surroundings and your belongings, you should likely have a very safe Tulum vacation. Remember to watch your alcohol consumption, and never take a drink from a stranger (even a cute one), or leave a drink unattended with one.
When traveling in Tulum, it's best to pay with Mexican pesos instead of US dollars. Many places, especially smaller establishments, may not accept USD, and even if they do, they may offer a poor exchange rate.
Cash is always better in Tulum sometimes the bank terminal do not work. They do take dollars at a reasonable exchange rate although not as good as the money exchange places.
After a post about a vacation gone wrong went viral in recent weeks, multiple Black women have come forward about their disturbing experiences at an Airbnb in Tulum. Several alleged they were robbed, while some suspect the property's hosts may even be involved in sex trafficking.
Is Tulum safer than Cancun? Not really. They're both generally safe. The key difference is that Cancun's mainstream holidaymakers tend to stick more to their hotels, especially the all-inclusives.
Many travelers choose to stay in Tulum town to save some cash. You can always whip down to the beach in a taxi, bike, or by foot. Plus, Tulum town is a better base for getting out and checking out all the day trips from Tulum.