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50 Days in Quintana Roo: What I Thought of Mexico’s Most Touristic State — and My Favorite Things to Do

by Julie B. Rose2 Comments on 50 Days in Quintana Roo: What I Thought of Mexico’s Most Touristic State — and My Favorite Things to Do

Quintana Roo: it’s probably the most well-known and highly-touristed state in Mexico, and brings to mind all-inclusive resorts, powdery beaches, and turquoise water. That is — unless you dive under the surface. (No pun intended.) After spending most of February in central Mexico, this little nomad and solo traveler decided to venture east to see what "QRoo" had to offer. I spent a month in Tulum, a week in Playa del Carmen, and 4-5 days each in a couple other spots. Let’s count it down! Warning: Opinionated opinions ahead...