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Tulum, Gay Travel Guide
September 21st, 2009 by Ricardo d Argence, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
Without a doubt, Mexico is a top spot for a vacation. This is a great place, and not only to catch up with the sun on the beach. Some popular locations like Tulum combine history and fantastic beaches to enjoy truly amazing vacations.
Tulum is a city with fantastic archeological findings and amazing beaches. It is located just south of Playa del Carmen and Akumai. Sited on the limestone cliffs, Tulum looks out over the Caribbean Sea.
Tulum is a very good combination of history and Mexico’s beaches are well known. Instead of traveling all over to see different sites, you’ll get to have both kinds of experiences in the same area.
Tulum was part of the Mayan Riviera. The archeological site here was built between 1200 and 1450.
It was a trading post due to its location off the water. The city’s skyscraper El Castillo is used as a lighthouse to help and direct travelers through the reefs.
The city which was surrounded by walls in its three sides is its distinct feature. This wall is seven meters thick and up to five meters tall. Warriors could defend against attack from a walkway on the city wall. The remaining side of the city is protected by the sea.
Today 60 buildings still stand at the site, which are all open for touring. Plaques adorn the walls to guide visitors, this allows for a self guided tour of the ruins.
Tulum also features amazing beaches, like those you expect from Mexico’s coastline. They are considered some of the world’s top scenic beaches, attracting visitors from around the globe.
The beaches contain a gorgeous shade of white sand and the water is a perfect blue. The waters welcome kayakers, divers, and fishers.
Tulum’s reef is part of the Great Mayan Reef which spreads from Cancun, Mexico, to Roatan, Honduras, and which is the second biggest in the world. It is 1000 kilometers with 120 kilometers at the Tulum beach.
Like to provide opportunities in the sea off the beach and see eighty four types of people, fish and other sea creatures of more than 450 varieties of coral. It is a true adventure.
I can guarantee you that Tulum is one of the most special places on earth. This area is unforgettable since there are so many nice things to do when you visit.
Great Places for Gay Vacations, The Cenote Travel Experience
April 14th, 2009 by Ricardo d Argence, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
If you are trying to find intriguing destinations for gay travel, there is no shortage of interesting locations to choose from. If you enjoy the beach and water, the rich coasts of Mexico provide a number of incredible travel opportunities.
However, the coast isn’t the only option for water fun in Mexico. Many visitors have discovered the incredible sights and sounds of a Cenote vacation in the country’s Yucatan region.
A Cenote is a natural sinkhole that is part of an intricate network of beautiful, age old rivers and caves that exist about 60 feet beneath the surface. They are carved from a subterranean landscape, and are one of the most striking features of the natural world.
Cenotes were created over several thousands of years as the intricate caverns and caves collapsed into one another. The sinkholes left behind captured water runoff, and provided an important water source for the ancient Mayans in areas where fresh water was scarce.
Cenotes were also the site of ancient spiritual rituals, and were considered the portal for the human spirit to enter the afterlife. Because of this, they were maintained in pristine condition, and thus have been able to survive into modern times.
Some people may hear words like “subterranean” and “underground” and conjure an image of a dark and foreboding place that’s hardly suitable for a vacation. But, the exact opposite is true.
Cenote vacation areas have plenty of incredible adventures to offer. There are thousands of these Cenotes in the Yucatan region, and these caverns are some of the most attractive and unique destinations for the avid world traveler.
There are many reasons to visit a Cenote in Yucatan. The crystalline waters themselves are quite enjoyable as they are among the most beautiful and clear waters in all of Mexico.
The waters of the Cenotes are still and placid, with no currents to disturb them. Water temperature averages around 75 degrees, making them a relaxing place to bask. This is uncharacteristic of surface lakes and waterways, and makes a Cenote quite a unique vacation experience.
When it comes to actually visiting a Cenote, it is important to perform a little research first. After all, there are multitudes of them in Yucatan and you want to select the right one for your vacation needs.
When you visit a Cenote, come prepared to enjoy the wonderful sights you’ll see on the way. To get to your destination, you’ll walk down historic foot paths that are centuries old, and the rock formations that you’ll enjoy are millennia old. So, don’t rush past them to your destination; instead take some time to soak in the almost surreal, historic sights.
It may be a good idea to join a guided group tour as part of your Cenote experience. This will make your experience that much more fun, captivating, and memorable.