If Playa del Carmen is the energetic, beating heart of the Riviera Maya, Tulum is its wild, boho-chic sister. It has a different frequency. It’s where the jungle crashes into the sea most dramatically. The whole atmosphere feels a bit more spiritual, a bit more grounded (and, let's be honest, a lot more photogenic). But Tulum isn't just about expensive boutique hotels and that one famous Instagram sculpture (though we'll get to that). At its core, Tulum is about powerful his