May
06
The Yucatan Peninsula in southern Mexico is physically and culturally distinct from the rest of the country. Its vast distance from the colonial heart of Mexico and its unique Mayan history separates it from the country’s heartland further north. This is a place where the Mayan language and culture still survive, despite years of oppression … Continue reading »
Dec
06
For a Limited Time only, the owners of Hidden Worlds are offering guests of Posada Yum Kin a buy one, get one free admission ticket for the Ulitmate Adventure Tour (an $80 value*). Then get ready for a fun-filled day of diving cenotes, flying along on zip lines and snorkeling in pristine waters. Click here … Continue reading »
Nov
20
Visiting Tulum anytime soon? While in the area, unless of course you’re lucky enough to actually be staying at Posada Yum Kin, take a moment to stop by our hotel and tour our beautiful gardens and hacienda-style courtyards. Ask for Carlo, our lively and easy-going manager, he’ll be happy to show you around. You will discover … Continue reading »
Nov
03
The Chicago Tribune just published this great article on Tulum. Check it out… Riviera Maya serves up history with all the comforts of being away By Phil Marty, Special to Tribune Newspapers 3:15 p.m. CDT, November 1, 2011 TULUM, Mexico — Contrary to what many people might think, Mexico’s Riviera Maya didn’t pop up in the last … Continue reading »
Oct
30
Despite Hurricane Rina, which is thankfully leaving Posada Yum Kin hotel and the Tulum area with a wimper, Dia de los Muertos is about to begin. The Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos, though called something different everywhere, is a holiday many countries observe. The holiday focuses on gathering with friends and … Continue reading »
Oct
23
It’s always fun looking back. What a lot of work this was! But it was certainly worth every minute. Posada Yum Kin boasts one of, if not the nicest, pool in Tulum, Mexico. Today, it is a cozy, comfortable, pristine 24-foot by 40-foot, kidney-shaped wonder complete with a fresh-water Jacuzzi and splashing waterfall feature. It … Continue reading »
Oct
09
Wiggle your toes, feel the softness, squish around in the gentle, lapping waters. Take a walk or a run. Just lie down and bask in the sun’s rays. The choice is yours. Our guests often spend the day enjoying one of earth’s greatest, natural wonders, just a short drive from Posada Yum Kin Hotel of … Continue reading »
Sep
04
Just one half hour north of Posada Yum Kin Hotel in Tulum, Mexico lies the eco-friendly Theme Park of Xcaret. In the last few weeks, we’ve discussed many of the activities and events available at Xcaret. Plus, we’ve featured posts that reviewed Xcaret’s historic and cultural aspects, and their evening performance, Mexico Espectacular!. Today, let’s talk … Continue reading »
Aug
28
When you travel, do you immerse yourself in the culture? What does that even mean to you? Eating a taco with a side of Guac? Or do you envision yourself, walking in the place of the ancient peoples that walked before you? Fantasizing about what things might have been like -way back in the day. Many … Continue reading »
Aug
21
The eco-theme park, Xcaret (pronounced eesh-carette), which means ‘little inlet’ offers something for everyone. Located a little over a half hour drive north of Posada Yum Kin in Tulum, Xcaret is a great way to really FILL a day. In fact, a full day is sometimes not enough time to experience it all; from snorkeling … Continue reading »
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