One of the most famous landmarks in Los Cabos, Mexico is the arch - El Arco. The arch is part of Land’s End, a rock formation that stretches out into the water where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. [Read more...]
Rancho Carisuva Horseback Riding
12/29/2011 By
If you want the perfect sunset in Cabo, you need to go to the Pacific side.Rancho Carisuva, located at Playa Migriño, which is 14 miles north of Cabo San Lucas, along the Pacific Ocean has nailed the location for sunset horseback riding. [Read more...]
Cabo Sailing
12/27/2011 By
One of the best experiences in Cabo is getting out on the water. Whether it be a sunset cruise, a sailing charter or even a fishing charter; there’s nothing like the cool breeze of the ocean on a hot Cabo summer day.
I took this photo from another because I loved the view of the boat right next to the arch. The arch and lover’s beach are staples of almost all boat rides in Cabo. And the great thing is that it never gets old! [Read more...]
Parasailing in Cabo San Lucas
12/24/2011 By
If you head to Medano Beach during a busy day, you will see the sky full of colorful parachutes floating in sun. Parasailing is quite the popular activity as the birds eye view of Cabo is stunning!
If you want to go parasailing in Cabo, there are plenty of vendors who are willing to offer you the experience. Simply approach one and ask how much it will cost to go parasailing. You can often haggle the price. Most parasailing trips last about 10 minutes and cost around $30 – $40. [Read more...]
Luxury at the One&Only Palmilla
12/21/2011 By
I was having a hard time just selecting one picture that described the luxury that is the One&Only Palmilla. So, I included a few photos!
Cabo is known for their 5 star approach to luxury accommodations and the One&Only Palmilla is one of the hotels in Cabo that takes that to an even higher level. [Read more...]
Damiana in Cabo
12/18/2011 By
If you’ve wandered into the souvenir stores in Los Cabos, you’ve probably wondered what exactly was inside these little bottles shaped like pregnant women. If you asked the shop keeper, they would have told you that they contained “Damiana” and that it was a natural aphrodisiac. [Read more...]
Bahia Santa Maria
12/15/2011 By
Bahia Santa Maria is a small horseshoe shaped bay along km 12 of the Los Cabos Corridor. This bay is popular with the snorkeling crowd as its shape creates an underwater preserve. Many color fish can be seen with just basic snorkeling gear.
Because of this Bahia Santa Maria is common stop for daytime snorkeling and booze cruises and throughout the day you will see boats anchored to let their guests explore the waters.
You can also access Bahia Santa Maria from the beach. Playa Santa Maria has little to no amenities, but on the weekends you will find a vendor or two offering sodas, snorkeling gear or some souvenirs. Also, the beach is barren from shade and the hot Cabo sun tends to be extra strong. If you plan on hanging out on the beach, it’s a good idea to bring a sun umbrella.
On a calm sunny day, Bahia Santa Maria is a great spot to bring the whole family.
Cabo San Lucas Catholic Church
12/12/2011 By
While the Misión de San José del Cabo Anuiti is the predominately visited Catholic Church in Los Cabos, Inglesia Catholica de San Lucas is also worth a visit.
Inglesia Catholica de San Lucas is the Catholic Church in the heart of downtown Cabo San Lucas. This is the most widely attended church in the area.
Also known as the Santuario de Guadalupe, this simple structure was built in 1730. Very little has changed since the first construction
Visit during December 12th and you can see the celebrations for the the Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
Mass is offered on Saturday evenings (7pm) and three times on Sundays (10:30 am, 12:00 noon, and 8:00 pm). You can attend bi-linigual (English and Spanish) services on Saturday and at noon on Sunday.
If you are looking for a Catholic wedding in Cabo San Lucas, this small church makes for a beautiful ceremony.
Los Cabos Spa Resorts
12/10/2011 By
The Cabo Spa at Esperanza, An Auberge resort.
A lof of times when I stay at a hotel, it seems that the spa is an after thought – almost as if someone realized at the last minute that their hotel wasn’t complete without the spa. And then there’s a place to perhaps have your hair blown out, your nails painted and one or two massage rooms.
The resorts in Los Cabos have taken a different approach. Which is perhaps why most of them have “Resort & Spa” at the end of their name instead of just hotel or resort. They are proud of their spas. And they should be; most of them have won world accolades. Cabo’s spa resorts are consistently ranked amoung the top spas in Latin America.
It almost seems that Los Cabos spa resorts have managed to craft their hotels around their spas, creating an ambiance of relaxation and beauty mirrored by the stunning Cabo scenery.
Hotel spas at spots like the Esperanza, the Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Resort & Spa, Las Ventanas, and the Westin Resort & Spa Los Cabos give Cabo its reputation. It’s not only their attention the ambiance (wandering the spa at Esperanza can make you feel as though you are lost in the secret garden), but their services as well.
You can try the Temazcal at the Pueblo Bonito Pacifica, a pre-Hispanic therapeutic steam bath of pre-Hispanic origin complete with ritual. Or a Desert Clay Purification, intended to draw impurities out of the body, at Esperanza.
There’s a difference between traveling and vacationing and when you stay at a Los Cabos spa resort, you can enter a place where you can regenerate for your real life. (If you ever decide to go back!).
What’s your favorite spa resort in Los Cabos?
Shopping for Souvenirs in Cabo
12/08/2011 By
On my last trip to Cabo, I was determined to bring my boyfriend back a small souvenir. He’s quite upset that I haven’t been packing him in my suitcase and bringing him with me. Into Cabos’ souvenir shops I headed.
Before I knew it, I had dragged my poor co-worker to every variation of a souvenir store in Cabo – markets, tourist spots, duty-free shops, you name it. Of course I had my camera handy! From t-shirts to bottles of tequila, there were plenty of colorful gifts in the stores.
My boyfriend ended up with a t-shirt with a marlin on it, but I got lots of fun photos.
Here’s some photos of the more popular souvenirs in Los Cabos. Happy Shopping in Cabo. .
You’ll find a lot of chocolates filled with liqueurs like Kahlua or Baileys while browsing the stores in Cabo. Make sure you are purchasing them in an air-conditioned store – they melt!
Small trinkets like boxes are found throughout Los Cabos. You can also find shot glasses ($2 -$4 USD), wine and drinking glasses ($5 -$10) and other small gifts.
Bags of coffee are usually available for purchase in Cabo souvenir stores. You can even get bags that say “Cabo San Lucas” on them. Coffee in the stores or markets is usually around $6 or $7 a bag.
If you forgot a beach bag or just need extra space to bring home your other souvenirs, you can find a wide selection of “Cabo San Lucas” tote bags. Bags usually cost $10 – $15 USD. If you are in the market, you might be able to negotiate a lower price.
Picture frames and even photo albums are for sale. You can get one or two to store your Los Cabos memories.
Maracas and t-shirts are also popular in Los Cabos. Maracas range from about $1 – $3 USD, while t-shirts range from about $5 – $20. You can also find sweatshirts and other clothing in the stores.
Hot sauce is a staple in souvenir stores in Los Cabos. From packages of many bottles to just creative “Cabo San Lucas” packages, you’ll find a good selection of hot sauce in Cabo.
Damiana is supposedly an aphrodisiac. You can find bottles of this liqueur in the stores for about $4.
While real turtle oil is illegal (it involves unethical treatment of the turtles), imitation turtle oil can be found in lots of the tourist stores. Supposedly, turtle oil helps moisten your skin, protect from windburn and most importantly, improve your tan.
Ah, Tequila! From large bottles of Cabo Wabo tequila to small souvenir bottles wearing sombreros, you can find a good gift regardless of your budget. There are also packages of small tequila bottles with shot glasses, tequila in a bottle shaped like Land’s End and tequilas in beautiful bottles like Clase Azul. Bring a little of the party home!
What did you bring home from Cabo?