We love Los Cabos. It is spectacular, vibrant, and welcoming. But like any world-class tourist destination, it has its traps. There are certain spots in Cabo that look great on a brochure but deliver a lackluster, overpriced, or even dangerous experience in real life. Rookie travelers flock to them because they “feel” like the thing …
Cabo San Lucas
There is a moment of pure panic that happens at Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). You have just grabbed your luggage. You are walking toward the exit, excited for your first margarita. Then, you see it: the Customs checkpoint. You press the button. It turns Red. Suddenly, an officer is opening your bag, pulling out …
You have just finished an incredible dinner of grilled octopus and catch-of-the-day. The mariachis are playing, the tequila was smooth, and you are feeling that perfect vacation glow. Then the bill arrives. You glance at the total, do a quick mental calculation for a 20% tip, write it in, sign the receipt, and walk away …
You cannot visit Los Cabos without seeing the Arch. It is the definitive landmark of the destination—the rugged granite spine where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. While there are dozens of ways to see it—from luxury sunset boat trips to kayaks—the most popular, efficient, and affordable method is the humble water taxi …
If you are checking your weather app for your Cabo trip this week, you might be confused. You see highs of 73°F to 77°F (23°C – 25°C) and think, “That sounds lovely.” But here is the insider reality check: In a desert beach destination, 73°F with cloud cover, rain, and wind does not feel like …
Let be honest right from the start. Los Cabos is not an cheap “outlet” shopping destination for tourists. Many travelers arrive expecting to find cheap American brands, assuming that because they are in Mexico, Levi’s jeans or Nike sneakers will be half-price. The reality is the exact opposite. Because almost all international goods are imported, …
You’ve just landed in Los Cabos. You are tired, a little disoriented, and dragging your luggage through the sliding glass doors into the warm Baja air. Suddenly, a friendly face approaches you. “Need a ride to your hotel? I can take you right now. It’s free.” Or maybe you are walking through the marina, and …
It is the beating heart of Cabo San Lucas. It is loud, chaotic, incredibly beautiful, and entirely overwhelming for the uninitiated. We are talking about El Médano Beach. You’ve seen the photos: the perfect arch of golden sand, the impossibly blue water, and the iconic view of Land’s End. But the photos don’t show you …
If you have visited Cabo San Lucas in the last six months, you have likely felt it: the hustle on the beach has been intense. While local vendors are a colorful and essential part of the Cabo experience, the sheer volume of sellers on Medano Beach and the Marina boardwalk has recently tipped from “lively” …
You’ve booked the perfect trip. You have a swim-up suite, a wristband that unlocks unlimited tacos, and a plan to do absolutely nothing for five days. Then, 48 hours in, disaster strikes. Instead of lounging by the pool, you are curled up in the fetal position in your hotel room, wondering if you will ever …