Solo Travel Tips when visiting Mexico

Staying at a four or five star resort is a must when traveling solo. During my trip to Mexico, I stayed at the Westin Resort and Spa. It was a beautiful beachfront property that was very spacious and clean. I went during the pandemic and the staff here made sure to sanitize and clean areas regularly. In my experience traveling, four or five star resorts offer tour bookings, services, and much more that make the trip even more luxurious. The Westin Resort and Spa had a car rental service on site which I used for my trip to Tulum. The Resort also booked my tour for Chichén Itzá.

Tulum: Like most people, I was tired of seeing all the wonderful pictures on Instagram but I wasn’t in them. I needed to experience Tulum for myself. Tulum is a two hour drive from Cancun International Airport. I drove a rental car from the resort into Tulum. This was my first time driving in another country. I definitely got pulled over for “speeding” and instead of a ticket my mans let me go with a nice little payment for his troubles. Never again!! I will hire a driver; I am not built for international jail or confrontation. Would. Not. Recommend. Despite the anxieties of driving, Tulum was beautiful and magical.

Chichén Itzá: Chichén Itzá is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Chichén Itzá are the remnants of the ancient Mayan Empire. The resort had several tour packages. I chose the full day guided tour that included a charter bus with limited wifi to Yucatan, a lunch buffet, and a swim in a beautiful cenote. The spot was iconic and felt very powerful. It is definitely worth a trip the next time you are in the area!

How’s the Food: I’m sure most of it was delicious; however, traveling as a vegan in Mexico was no bueno. When touring Chichén Itzá and the Mayan Ruins, the tour package included a lunch buffet. But there were few vegan options in the buffet. I took calculated risks to avoid meat. Make sure to plan your food in advance if you are avoiding meat. Otherwise, I’m sure the food is amazing.

Photo Hack: Say hello and hand your phone to strangers! When traveling solo, offer to take photos for other travelers in exchange for dope photos of yourself. Have the photo and angle in mind to direct your friendly photographer to the best shot.

Safety Tips: The most important tip is to not let anyone know where you are staying. This means keeping your accommodations a secret. But also, pay attention to your surroundings and make sure that no one is following you back to your room. If you think someone might be following you, go to the front desk or hotel bar. Do not lead anyone back to your room!