After touring the magical Chichen Itza ruins, we went swimming at the hotel. Their pool was cold but I had to swim in it, because who can say they went swimming in December? Me! We only stayed one night at our hotel since it was sold out, so we had to stay at another hotel across the street, which we didn't like that much since it was small, but was super cheap. Instead we went to Mayaland another hotel down the street for dinner, cards, and drinks. The next day we woke up early to drive to the Coba Ruins then our Tulum Airbnb. The drive to Coba was boring and long along route 180. You are surrounded by jungle on both sides and the radio only played Mexican songs. which we didn't know. So it took a while to pass the time and get there. Once we did, it was in the afternoon and packed with people. Upon researching Coba, I read you should rent bikes to get to the ruins, which only cost 50 pesos (~$2 USD). because it is a long walk, so we did. It was very hot and I could tell Matt didn't like the crowds or the heat, but we survived. The main temple is at the end of the bike path and is very steep. You could walk up it and there is a rope you can hold on to, but I said to myself "No Gracias". It looked dangerous and I read people have fallen there. The Coba Ruins also had a ball court like the one in Chichen Itza, but much smaller. It also had smaller temples and it is located in the jungle. After Coba, we finally got to Tulum. We stayed off a dirt road on the outskirts of downtown, which is fine with me because Central Tulum is packed with tourists, restaurants, shops, and speed bumps. That evening we went out to dinner and shared a Mexican Platter. We decided to wake up early to beat the crowds to see the Tulum Ruins, then go to the beach. Tulum was a trading center during the 11-16th century on a 39 foot cliff, looking out at the sea. I don't think there were any sacrifices going on here, it was too relaxed and calm. Matt and I walked around the cliff and looked out into the waters, wishing the beach was open to the public, but no dice. The waters looked so inviting and beautiful. Since our place wasn't on the beach, we decided to try to get a beach pass and pay for chairs and/or an umbrella to hang out in for the day. Our Airbnb host suggested Ziggy's beach. Though all the chairs were sold out, the hostess said we could use the beach for free and order food. It was so hot and I couldn't wait to get into that water! Ah, that beach was so nice and the water was warm and gentle. I loved it so much! After a long, hot day, the husband and I headed home. I definitely got some sun and tan lines. We took a shower and headed to Burrito Amor and ate delicious burritos with amazing sauces. I also put a dent in my book.
The next day was windy and we were granted beach passes to chairs and umbrellas at La Luna Cabanas. This place also allowed us to order food right on the beach! It was nice to be able to sit and watch the wind surfers try their luck. We spent the whole day there and took a walk during sunset along the beach.
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