Cabo San Lucas is located at the end of the longest and most majestic peninsula in the word. It is identified by the world-famous rock arch formation "El Arco" – a geographic landmark where the Pacific meets the warm water of the Sea of Cortes. It sits at the tip of Land’s End where the sea, sun, and desert join to create an unbelievable landscape of unspoiled beauty.
Upon arrival at the Los Cabos International Airport, we were inundated with hoards of timeshare representatives. They offered round-trip fares into town plus a whole lot more, including free dinners, discount on activities, etc. It took a firm "no" before they left us alone. The airport is 26 miles (43km) from Cabo by Carretera Tr
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Upon arrival at the Los Cabos International Airport, we were inundated with hoards of timeshare representatives. They offered round-trip fares into town plus a whole lot more, including free dinners, discount on activities, etc. It took a firm "no" before they left us alone. The airport is 26 miles (43km) from Cabo by Carretera Transpeninsular, known as 'the Corridor', a well paved highway along a picturesque stretch of Baja's most spectacular coast. The coast features azure blue Pacific Ocean, rock outcroppings, white sand beaches, and arid desert-like landscape, with a scattering of oceanfront championship golf courses clad in velvet green. The Corridor is also home to a range of elegant hotels and luxury resorts.
My expectation of Cabo San Lucas was of a tranquil fishing village -- it is no more. Although the town still remains small and charming with a population of less than 100,000, it's no longer the remote playground reserved solely for private yacht owners who seek perfect climate and marlin fishing at its best. Cabo was far from remote and growing rapidly -- its famous nightlife draws party seekers, high rollers, those in search of memorable vacations and unforgettable hangovers, and those who wish for a quiet, romantic, and relaxing secret hideaway.
Cabo has also got miles and miles of sugar white sand beaches -- the kind beach lovers dream of -- on both the Pacific coast and the shoreline of the Sea of Cortez. The beaches include the main beach at Playa Medano, the quiet Playa del Amor (Lover's Beach), and countless unpopulated quiet coves. Water sports are everywhere, including water skiing and snorkeling at either the beautiful bays of Santa Maria or Playa Chileno. Sport-fishing here is touted as unparalleled in the world. There are marlin of the blue, black, and striped varieties, sailfish, dorado, tuna, wahoo, roosterfish, and endless varieties of bottom fish and surf fish. With a blissful 78 degrees F average year-round temperature and an annual 350 sunny days, Cabo makes for an unbelievable vacation spot for everyone. "Muy bonito!"
Quick Tips:
Because Cabo San Lucas does not use street numbers, do not be afraid to ask for directions. The locals are friendly, although they remember places by the nearest cross street and then leave you guessing from there. It can take some getting used to.
If you intend to seek out secluded beaches, currents may be strong at some so ask your concierge for advice when choosing a beach.
Best Way To Get Around:
You can explore the town on foot. Public transportation is available, too. If you are going to one of the beaches or resorts on the corridor by bus, the main bus stop is on the corner of Blvd Lázaro Cárdenas. Bus drivers will also stop on request at any of the beaches or hotels along the Corridor. Car rentals were also available; however, with a fast growing population and only four stop lights, the streets of Cabo were challenging to navigate at times. Parking can be difficult; there was a free public car park at the southern end of Blvd Marina. My preferred mode of transportation was by taxi, which were inexpensive and abundant, available at major hotels and taxi stands. Read Less