Tulum location: Tulum is on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico's state of Quintana Roo. Tulum is known for its ancient Maya ruins perched on cliffs overlooking the sea, and the nearby town of the same name, where Meztli Spanish school is located. Tulum is a popular destination for its beaches, cenotes, and vibrant hotel and restaurant scene.

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Flights: Tulum International (TQO) is the closest airport, however more daily flights are available at Cancun International (CUN).

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ADO Bus line services town of Tulum, the Cancun airport and the Tulum airport  Buy your ticket at the airport upon arrival, buy your return ticket in advance. https://www.ado.com.mx

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Train service info is available at  https://trenmayaa.com

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Car rental companies in Tulum will rent you a car for as short as a half day. Cancun and Tulum airports also offer car rental.

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Taxis are available in Tulum and at the Tulum airport. Taxi's are expensive in the area.

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Shuttles between the town of Tulum and the beach area are available.

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Meztli Spanish School WALK time to...

Tulum's bus station - 5 minutes

Parque Rotario for colectivos to the beach - 15 minutes

Pizzeria Manglar in La Veleta neighborhood - 15 minutes

Scotia Bank on the main street - 20 minutes

Parque Colonia Huracanes - 25 minutes

Chedraui Supermarket - 30 minutes

A small store or taqueria - 2 minutes

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Meztli Spanish School BIKE time to (scooters are a bit faster)...

public beach Mezzanine along Av. Coba's hike & bike path - 30 minutes

Chacabar Restaurant in Aldea Zama - 20 minutes

Bike rental companies are plentiful in the town of Tulum and Meztli offers secure bike parking inside the school campus.

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Note that days are warm and humid so adjust your walk or bike time and be sure hydrate with electrolytes.

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Bike purchases are available near Meztli at Ferreteria Mena Tulum at Calle sol poniente mza 4 lote 7-1 entre acuario sur y C, jupiter sur n.  Buying a bike then selling through area  Facebook groups can be cheaper than renting for a month or longer. There are many bike and scooter rental shops around Tulum.

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Volunteering opportunities in the area:

1) Teaching English to children, weekly at Meztli

2) Movida Maya

3) Sendero Verde Tulum

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Vacation rentals and hotels of varying rates are plentiful in Tulum. Summer rates are generally lower in price than the winter holiday months.  There are plenty of rental websites offering private rentals however be sure to check property reviews prior to booking. Ask the property owner/manager about the area and the amenities being offered.  Questions to ask include noise level, safety at night, bike/walk distance to Meztli Spanish School (located by Julio Rueles primary school on Júpiter sur manzana) and if there is parking available, if needed.

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Staying at the Beach can be more expensive than staying in town. There are two roads going from the beach to Tulum town: Av. Kukulkan and Av. Coba  (marked 15 on maps). Finding a beach hotel near those intersections will limit the time it takes for you to drive (car or scooter) to town. The road that goes along the beach can be slow due to traffic.

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