Cenotes connect underground river systems, serve as a water source, and the Mayans felt that they were the entrance into the underworld. There are thousands of cenotes and a little over 2,000 ...

Nearby limestone can make the waters of cenotes' look especially blue. There are dozens of reasons to visit Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, from its white-sand beaches to its world-class resorts and ...

Tulum is known for its sunny weather, beachside ruins, and spicy eats. It also happens to be a popular spot in Mexico for a romantic getaway. But what many tourists don't know is that the city is ...

Previous visitors routinely praise Cenote Dos Ojos for its beauty, saying the water is unbelievably clear. They also appreciated the ample adventure opportunities. Here, you'll find two cenotes ...

Over the last decade, Tulum has blossomed into a major tourist destination along the Yucatán Peninsula. One of the main attractions are the thousands of cenotes that blanket Tulum, where people swim, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joni Sweet is a journalist who covers travel, wellness, and adventure. Tulum is one of those magical spots that you can’t visit ...

For a cenote excursion with fewer crowds, consider Zacil-Ha. Located on the outskirts of Tulum, this small, open-air pool is a favorite for families seeking to snorkel, swim and jump off of its ...

Crouching on all fours, wearing hard hats and knee pads, we shuffle and drag ourselves one by one through the small earthy hollow. When we reach the other side, a large cavern spreads out before us: ...

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There are dozens of reasons to visit Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, from its white-sand beaches to its world-class resorts and ancient stone temples. But one of the peninsula’s most enchanting ...