Mexico. A country with so much to offer, yet the media will try to dissuade you at every turn. Yet, I can attest that it’s better to experience places yourself than always follow what the media tells you. If you’re contemplating a trip to Mexico, visiting Tulum and Playa del Carmen are two good places to start. I kept track of every expense just for you to help plan it all (and travel on a budget). My 8-day total budget, including flights and housing, was about $600. This guide can help you budget to fully enjoy Tulum and Playa del Carmen.
Author’s Note:
For the sake of this guide, all money noted is in USD and rounded up based on current currency exchange between USD and pesos. However, the majority of it I paid in pesos upon arrival. Read further for information on currency exchanges. These are also costs per traveler.