When you hear the term “pirate taxi” in Mexico, you probably picture a beaten-up van idling outside the airport or a local hustler aggressively waving you down near the marina. But as the 2026 spring season kicks into high gear, the transportation black market in Los Cabos has completely evolved. The region is currently dealing …
The Cabo Sun
As millions of Americans finalize their 2026 vacation itineraries, the Baja Peninsula continues to dominate the top of global travel wish lists. However, before the flights are booked and the luxury resorts are secured, the exact same vital question inevitably pops up in the group chat: Is Mexico actually safe for a vacation right now? …
When it comes to planning a premium spring vacation, the decision almost always comes down to Mexico’s two undisputed heavyweights: Cancun and Los Cabos. Both destinations boast spectacular ocean views, incredibly easy direct flights from the U.S., and world-class hospitality. However, the similarities stop exactly there. Cancun and Cabo are fundamentally different biomes catering to …
Every year, millions of sun-seekers touch down on the Baja Peninsula for a flawless, high-end tropical getaway. While the region remains an incredibly secure destination for international tourists, navigating the unique landscape of Los Cabos like a veteran in 2026 requires an updated playbook. We are filtering out the sensationalized media noise and focusing strictly …
Packing a beach bag and sprinting for the ocean is the standard protocol for a Baja holiday weekend, but right now, Mother Nature is forcing a major change of plans. A massive, deep-ocean energy system has slammed into the Baja California Peninsula this weekend, prompting Los Cabos officials to issue a critical safety alert for …
If you are spending this holiday weekend in Los Cabos, your beach itinerary is going to need a quick adjustment. Municipal Civil Protection authorities have officially issued a critical ocean alert due to a dangerous weather event known as a “swell phenomenon” (mar de fondo). This event is currently generating hazardous conditions across the Pacific …
Long before the massive all-inclusive mega-resorts dominated the coastline, Los Cabos was a quiet, secluded fishing outpost. But its proximity to Southern California—just a quick two-hour flight from Los Angeles—eventually caught the attention of Hollywood. Today, the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula is the undisputed global epicenter for ultra-wealthy, A-list travel. It is where …
The Spring Break season has officially kicked off in Los Cabos, but for one of the first groups of arriving American tourists, the start of their vacation was anything but relaxing. On March 12th, dozens of young travelers checking into the massive Riu Santa Fe complex in Cabo San Lucas were met with a frustrating …
For decades, the golden rule of Mexican travel was simple: go in the winter to escape the snow, and avoid the summer unless you want to melt. Because of this outdated logic, countless travelers write off Los Cabos the second the calendar flips past May. But savvy vacationers have quietly discovered a massive loophole in …
Booking a trip to Los Cabos in 2026 comes with a serious case of sticker shock. As the region solidifies its status as the most exclusive, high-end destination in Mexico, nightly rates have skyrocketed. When you are staring at the booking screen, the biggest financial decision you will make isn’t whether to get an ocean …