Spooky Season, Spooky Hotel Suites in Tulum
Boo! Many of us eagerly await the arrival of Halloween. It’s a time when the streets are filled with costumes, candy, spooky decorations, and a scary atmosphere. Kids dress up as their favorite ghouls, ghosts, and superheroes to go trick-or-treating, and adults decorate their homes to give them a spooky welcome. We carve pumpkins into grinning jack-o’-lanterns and decorate our homes with cobwebs and bats. It’s a night to embrace our fears and celebrate the scary side of life! However, it’s not just Halloween that is part of this season—if you want to go beyond its liveliness, it’s time to live the Day of the Dead experience with a hotel suite in Tulum.
This Mexican holiday is a deeply meaningful celebration of loved ones who have passed away. Families build colorful ofrendas (altars) decorated with various elements such as marigolds, food, photos of the deceased, candles, drinks, and anything that represents the person they are mourning.
Sugar skulls and ‘pan de muerto’ are lovingly prepared. It’s a time to honor and remember those we miss, believing their spirits will return to join in the festivities. Let’s talk more about this incredible holiday and discover for a sentimental and spirited vacation.
Not-so-spooky Festivities To Die For
Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday with deep roots in indigenous traditions that celebrate life and honor the departed. Though it may sound somber, it’s a joyful and colorful occasion that blends pre-Hispanic beliefs with Catholicism.
Families gather to fondly remember the past and honor the spirits that come from beyond. If you want to see and live firsthand Día de Muertos in Mexico, Tulum can be a good option to visit. Let me give you some interesting facts about this celebration:
1. Origins: Día de Muertos can be traced back over 3,000 years to indigenous Mexican cultures, including the Aztecs and Maya. It was later integrated with Catholic traditions after the Spanish conquest.
2. Marigolds: The bright orange marigold flowers, known as cempasúchil, are believed to guide the spirits of the deceased back to the living during the celebration.
3. Sugar Skulls: These intricately decorated skulls, made from sugar, are both decorative and edible. They often bear the names of living or deceased loved ones and are placed on ofrendas.
4. Three-Day Celebration: Día de Muertos is not a single-day event; it’s typically celebrated over three days, from October 31st to November 2nd. Each day has its own significance, with October 31st dedicated to Halloween, November 1st for children who have passed away, and November 2nd for adults.
Now, if you have booked a Tulum suite, there are some activities that will help you approach and give your heart like Mexicans do:
1. Ofrendas and Altars: Tulum’s streets, restaurants, and other businesses come alive with ofrendas that display love and remembrance.
2. Candlelit Processions: On the night of November 2nd, the main streets of Tulum are lit up with candlelit processions. People dress in traditional skull makeup and costumes, parading through town to honor the departed—simply a breathtaking sight.
3. Taste the Traditions: Día de Muertos is the perfect time to try traditional and seasonal Mexican dishes. Eat some delicious pan de muerto, sugar skulls—which are not only rich in flavor but also in symbolism—tamales, atole, and more.
4. Art and Crafts: Tulum’s artisans often create intricate, handcrafted ‘calacas’ (skeleton figurines) and other Dia de Muertos-themed artwork. These make for meaningful souvenirs to remember your visit.
5. Face Painting: Don’t miss the opportunity to have your face painted with colorful sugar skull designs. It’s a fun way to immerse yourself in the festive spirit.
A Hotel Suite in Tulum
Make this Día de Muertos an unforgettable experience by booking a suite in Tulum at Kimpton Aluna Resort, a 4 star hotel.
Located in a prime area of the city, our resort offers the perfect blend of comfort and tradition for a deadly fun experience. Our rooms offer a peaceful environment for the spirit of the living and the dead to have an incredible break.
Discover our specialty suites and hurry to make a reservation. Time flies, and before you realize it, Día de Muertos will be upon you. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this magnificent celebration during your visit to Tulum.
