Andrew & Audrey
Things To Do & Places To Be
Hotel Panamera
Our wedding ceremony and reception will be held here. We have bought out the entire hotel from 3/20 to 3/22 and all wedding guests are welcome to enjoy the amenities with us all weekend!
ARCA
Welcome Party will be held here.
Tulum Ruins
Tulum, Yucatec: is the site of a Pre-Columbian Maya walled city serving as a major port for Coba. The ruins are situated on 12-meter (39 ft) tall cliffs, along the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula on the Caribbean Sea in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. Tulum was one of the last cities built and inhabited by the Maya; it was at its height between the 13th and 15th centuries and managed to survive about 70 years after the Spanish began occupying Mexico. Old World diseases brought by the Spanish settlers appear to have resulted in very high fatalities, disrupting the society and eventually causing the city to be abandoned. One of the best-preserved coastal Maya sites, Tulum is today a popular site for tourists.
Gran Cenote
Although its name suggests it is only one big cenote, it really consists of several cenotes meandering along the verdant jungle floor and connected by wooden walkways. The color of the water is so clear that one can see fish swimming without even snorkeling. Gran Cenote is one of the most popular spots to snorkel. Its water is so crystal clear that a lot of the underwater life can be seen without going in a deep dive. Of course dives can also be arranged here.
Sian Ka'an
In the language of the Mayan peoples who once inhabited this region, Sian Ka'an means 'Origin of the Sky'. Located on the east coast of the Yucatán peninsula, this biosphere reserve contains tropical forests, mangroves and marshes, as well as a large marine section intersected by a barrier reef. It provides a habitat for a remarkably rich flora and a fauna comprising more than 300 species of birds, as well as a large number of the region's characteristic terrestrial vertebrates, which cohabit in the diverse environment formed by its complex hydrological system.
Tulum Beach Strip
The Tulum beach strip is a small road that runs the length of the beach and leads you to the arch, which is the access to the Sian Ka’an biosphere. You can find accommodations, restaurants and shops on both the beach side and across the road. This area has a very relaxed, bohemian feel to it. Almost everything is accessible on foot in the main area, and bicycles are available for rent. The beach is public the whole way along and you can find many options where you can dine or enjoy a drink with the sand between your toes.
Hartwood Restaurant
Reservations at Tulum’s most famous restaurant are an absolute must. Start with one of their delightful house drinks, like the Supernova, with mezcal, hibiscus, and mandarin orange, or the Spicy Piña Habanero margarita, for those who like their drinks with a kick. The restaurant is completely outdoors and lit mostly with candles. The entire menu is written on a chalkboard, split into appetizers and entrées. The menu is seafood-heavy, as is expected in Tulum, with options like amberjack, snapper, and robalo. But don’t overlook the amazing pork that the kitchen turns out, like ribs, slow-cooked for 14 hours and glazed with agave and honey. If the papaya empanadas are on the menu, they’re a must-order as they show the versatility of this amazing fruit. The service is great, too—there’s no question why this cash-only restaurant continues to shine and why lines stretch out the door every single day. Andrew and Audrey suggest the grilled pulpo!
Gitano Tulum
Disco ball, lounge, jungle, and cuisine all come together at this trendy restaurant located on Tulum's beach road. The restaurant is renowned for its eclectic style that blends unusual lighting, a lush outdoor setting, and nightly live music for a cool vibe. Dinner is prepared over open-fire grills and in wood-burning ovens, resulting in flavorful Mexican favorites like taco samplers, quesadillas with epazote, grilled avocado, and slow-roasted pork belly. Gitano also specializes in strange but enticing cocktails from its mezcal bar that include ingredients like rum, hibiscus, and tropical fruits.
Rosa Negra Tulum
At RosaNegra, or Black Rose in Spanish, you can breathe freedom, a tribute to Latin American cuisine. Culinary traditions from countries such as Peru, Argentina, Colombia, Brazil and naturally Mexico, get together to create an eclectic menu featuring daring and authentic flavors. The restaurant is open air and the atmosphere is really fun-- stay for the surprise at 10 pm!
Matcha Mama
Of course Tulum now has a matcha café. Matcha Mama, a tiny whitewashed beach shack decked out with hanging swings offers a bevy of matcha-laced beverages, in addition to the area’s best cold brew. Drop by in the morning for matcha chia pudding and overnight oats, in addition to several smoothie options.