September in Los Cabos

Riu Santa Fe

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Hotel | "Great Beds, Great Location, Okay Food "

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We stayed at the Riu Santa Fe from September 8-12, 2008. If someone told me that they were going there, I would be able to honestly tell them that they would have a good time, but I would probably stay at the Riu Palace if were going back to Cabo.The location for me was great, about 2 miles from downtown Cabo, so only a $10-12 cab ride if you needed to, or less than a dollar to take the bus.Check in was fabulous. A nice man brought us a drink as we stood in line. We did not stay in line long, and were given a short introduction to the resort. This included 2 towel cards, (you do not want to lose they -- it's $20 to replace) a map, and our key. The key we received was the o...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on September 14, 2008

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El Herradero

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Restaurant | "Authentic Mexican Food "

El Herradero Photo - El Herradero , Los Cabos, Mexico

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This restaurant was included with our tour with Rancho Tours. We were given the options of: Chicken: quesadilla or fajitaBeef: fajitaFish: grilled with garlic, breaded, or fajitas My husband and I both opted for chicken fajitas, feeling that was a safe bet. The fajitas came with corn tortillas, after the servers anounced that you couldn't have a Mexican meal without a tortilla. Flour tortillas were not an option. Our meals came with a drink, so I ordered a margarita. It was the strongest margarita I have ever had in my life. Too strong for me I took my first drink, and apparently made quite the face, because the woman across from me laughed,...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on September 14, 2008

El Herradero
across from Telmex; behind the fire department; San Jose del Cabo
Los Cabos
142-6350/51

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Rancho Tours

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Attraction | "Great Service, Pretty Good Prices "

Cabo Photo - Rancho Tours, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

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We booked our Rancho Tour through our Epic representative at our resort. The process was very simple, which was a relief.There are seven tours available, ranging from $25- 79.The best thing about Epic tours was that a driver picked us up at the resort entrance, and dropped us of at the end of the day. Not having to worry about a bus or taxi was a bonus to us. We did the Explore Los Cabos tour, which I liked a lot, but try to watch weather when booking your tour. The marina was closed the day we went, so it did not include the glass bottom boat portion of the tour. Below are the tours and prices as of September 2008:"Explore Los Cabos" $59 per person -- 6 hrs. In ...Read More

We booked our Rancho Tour through our Epic representative at our resort. The process was very simple, which was a relief.

There are seven tours available, ranging from $25- 79.
The best thing about Epic tours was that a driver picked us up at the resort entrance, and dropped us of at the end of the day. Not having to worry about a bus or taxi was a bonus to us. We did the Explore Los Cabos tour, which I liked a lot, but try to watch weather when booking your tour. The marina was closed the day we went, so it did not include the glass bottom boat portion of the tour.
Below are the tours and prices as of September 2008:
"Explore Los Cabos" $59 per person -- 6 hrs.
In Cabo San Lucas includes glass blowing factory, glass bottom boat, driving through downtown, and shopping time. In the Corridor includes a Sea of Cortez view, golf course locations. In San Jose del Cabo includes the Mission, the Spanish Haciendas and shopping time.
"Cabo San Lucas City Tour" $35 per person -- 3 hrs.
Glass bottom boat tour, glass blowing factory, downtown on Blvd. Marina, Old Tuna Cannery and shopping time.
"San Jose del Cabo Tour Galleries" $39 per person -- 3 hrs.
The Mission, galleries and shopping time.
"Todos Santos" $55 per person -- 6 hrs
Pacific Ocean View, Hotel Todos Santos Inn, Hotel California, Casa de la Cultura, galleries, Regional Candy Stores, shopping time, lunch time (lunch not included in price)
"La Paz" $79 per person -- 10 hrs
Buena Vista and Los Barriles view, San Batolo, San Antonio, El Triunfo, La Paz, blanket weaving factory, the Mission, anthropology museum, shopping time
Snorkeling -- $49 per person, 3 hrs.
Glass Bottom Boat -- $25 per person for Land's Inn Tour with transportation, $12 per person if at the Marina.

Our Explore Los Cabos tour was fun, with Juan "Johnny Boy" leading the way. With the weather issues, Juan had to fill in at least of hour of tour time, which I'm pretty sure was our tour of the ghetto of Cabo. Juan said he thought he'd show us how most natives live, which was sad. Very old homes that were very worn down.
The shopping area in Cabo was not great. I'm not much of a jewelry person, and the part of the street he dropped us off at was 6 jewelry stores, and one store with the typical beach vacation buys. The stores that we stopped at gave my husband and I a distinct feeling that Johnny Boy got a commision based on what we bought, but I could be wrong.
We did stop at a hill and take pictures of Cabo, which was neat because you don't realize how huge Cabo is.
We like San Jose del Cabo much better. It is an older town, and the Plaza has an awesome peaceful and authentic feel. There were some little stores, but it was peaceful to go in and out of them. There wasn't anyone harassing us, trying to lure us in to buy stuff.
I'd highly recommend to everyone to take a tour with Rancho Tours. We had a great time, and the prices are reasonable for the Cabo area.
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Member Rating 5 out of 5 on September 14, 2008

Rancho Tours
Zaragoza y Libertad
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico 23410
+52 114 3 5464; +52

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La Fabrica de Vidrio Soplado (Blown Glass Facotry)

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Attraction | "A Good Reason to Recycle"

Glass Facotry Mural Photo - Los Cabos, Mexico

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As you approach the stained glass factory, you may wonder what part of Cabo you have ended up in. Don't worry -- it's a great place.Behind the factory is where glass is brought to be recycled. It is then melted into tiny beads that look like little plastic droplets. The factory itself is a brick building with beautiful stained glass windows. When you enter the building, you can walk through the store area towards the back, where there are artists blowing glass pieces. When we went we got to see a man make a turtle. He blew the main body blown, then dipped it into beads of colored glass. Other body parts were added, and we watched in fascination as a turtle emerged from b...Read More

As you approach the stained glass factory, you may wonder what part of Cabo you have ended up in. Don't worry -- it's a great place.

Behind the factory is where glass is brought to be recycled. It is then melted into tiny beads that look like little plastic droplets.

The factory itself is a brick building with beautiful stained glass windows. When you enter the building, you can walk through the store area towards the back, where there are artists blowing glass pieces. When we went we got to see a man make a turtle. He blew the main body blown, then dipped it into beads of colored glass. Other body parts were added, and we watched in fascination as a turtle emerged from blobs of glass. After the artist finished, people could try to blow glass. A few people in our group tried, and did better than I could, I'm sure.

After we got to see the artist make the turtle we browsed the store. There was a variety of pieces available, from glassed to ornimental things. We thought about getting a turtle -- not that we needed one, or have a location in our house it -- but they were $35. I didn't really see the point in paying that much for something I didn't need just because I saw someone make it.

Prices varied from $5- $50. There was a person in our group who had been to the factory around 5 years ago, and said that he got his mother a set of 4 glasses for around $10. He was startled by the price increases this time around. I would say that glasses were affordable, around $10-20 for a very nice wine glass, but it wasn't what I would consider a great deal.

I would highly recommend going to the factory to anyone who has time to go. I would caution parents, however, that I would think that bringing a child in may be a little stressful. I, at 29, felt like a bull in a China shop standing next to rows of beautiful glassware. Seeing people blow glass, and having the opportunity to try it yourself is a neat unique experience. Read Less

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on September 14, 2008

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Iglesia San Jose

Attraction | "A Great Place to Stop and Reflect"

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After lunch, this was our first stop in San Jose del Cabo. The church was built in honor of Father Nicolas Tamaral, who was beheaded 1734 after preaching against poligimists. Our tour guide, Johnny Boy, explained to us that poligism was practiced due to the large number of women compared to men. In front of the church is a sign that tells the history of the mission. Above the entrance is a beautiful, but sad, mural depictign Father Nicolas Tamaral before his death. Don't worry, it does not show the beheading -- it shows the priest getting dragged by three men. The inside of the church was not overly ornate, but very beautiful. I felt very much at peace looking...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on September 15, 2008

Iglesia San Jose
Zaragoza at Morelos

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Plaza Mijares

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Attraction | "Beautiful Plaza in San Jose del Cabo"

Plaza Mijares Gazebo Photo - Los Cabos, Mexico

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When we first got to the plaza, my husband and I both smiled. It has the feel of old time Mexican charm. There is a beautiful gazebo with benches on it. There is an outdoor stage near the gazebo. There was a center area that had busts of famous people in Mexico's history. The clock tower seemed visible from everywhere in the plaza. There were several places to sit and enjoy the day throughout the plaza.We were lucky enough that the stage, gazebo, and busts were all decorated for the upcoming Independence day. (Middle of September) December - March there are festivals held most Saturday evenings, during Cabo's high season. What I liked about the plaza was that you could ...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on September 21, 2008

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Opalos de Mexico (Mexican Fire Opals)

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Attraction | "Fabulous presentation of Beautiful Opals, but no prices"

Opalos de Mexico Photo - Los Cabos, Mexico

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We stopped here with a tour group, so we were lucky to have a man tell us about how opals are formed, and how they find the fire opals. There were several different colorations and sizes of stones that had not been set which was neat to see. Another interesting thing that we learned is that all opal jewelry should be soaked in water overnight about once a month to protect the stone. This store (and seemingly every other jewelry shop in the area say that they can set anything in 24 hours. So if you find a stone you fall in love with, you can return the next day to pick it up. (I think 24 hours is pushing it, though, so don't depend on this turn around time, if counting to get something...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on September 21, 2008

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Los Cabos International Airport

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Attraction | "An Experience in Itself - Be Ready"

Los Cabos International Airport Photo - Los Cabos International Airport, Los Cabos, Mexico

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Our first experience landing in Cabo was arriving to the airport.Our travel documentation that we received prior to departure read the following: "Please be aware that upon your arrival at Los Cabos Airport you will be approached by individuals selling timeshares. The presence of these individuals will begin as soon as you collect your luggage. After you have collected your luggage, you should bypass all individuals and locate (our company) HOST STAFF. Yadda Yadda Yadda, they will be wearing khakis and burgundy shirts. Equipped with my edocs, I collected my luggage, told my husband not to talk to anybody, and just look our boys in burgundy. We followed the arrows out of the airp...Read More

Member Rating 1 out of 5 on September 21, 2008

Los Cabos International Airport
Carretera Transpeninsular La PazKm 43.5
Los Cabos
+52 624 146 5111

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