Cabo San Lucas

LOCATION
Los Cabos is on the southernmost tip of the 1,000-mile long Baja Peninsula, west of mainland Mexico and just below Southern California. The Sea of Cortes borders Los Cabos on the east and the Pacific Ocean is to the west. Los Cabos is approximately 1,000 miles south of San Diego.

GEOGRAPHY
The region’s geography is a dynamic mix of unspoiled desert landscape, white sand beaches and dramatic rock outcroppings. “El Arco,” a distinctive rock arch that sits at the tip of Land’s End, is Los Cabos’ most famous geographic landmark. “El Arco” dips into the sea at exactly the spot where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortes, and was formed by the pounding waters on both sides.

ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE
Los Cabos International Airport (code SJD) received more than 1.4 million airline passengers and 675, 101 cruise passengers in 2007.

In summer 2007, the San Jose del Cabo Airport began an expansion project with planned enhancements aimed at accommodating the region’s tourism growth. When completed, airport improvements will include additional parallel landing strips to accommodate more flights, reconfigured highway access, a fourth terminal building that will adjoin a remodeled Terminal 3, and a new structure offering expanded car rental facilities, shops and business services. The expansion is slated for completion by early 2010.

Air carriers with regular scheduled service include Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Continental, Delta, Frontier, Mexicana, United and US Airways.

With non-stop flights or convenient connections available from Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Kansas City, Missouri; Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York/Newark, Oakland, Phoenix, Portland, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, California, Seattle and more, Los Cabos is both accessible and exciting.

REQUIREMENTS
All travelers between Mexico and the United States must present a valid passport. In addition, visitors must carry a Mexican Tourist Permit, which is issued free of charge upon arrival after proof of citizenship is shown, or may be provided in advance by an airline or travel agent. This permit must be given to an immigration official upon departure.

LODGING
Los Cabos hotel association is comprised of 45 hotels and over 10,000 rooms ranging from boutique to “gran turismo,” stretching from East Cape to San Jose del Cabo, across the luxury corridor, through Cabo San Lucas and up the Pacific beaches.

CURRENCY
The Mexican peso is the official currency. The exchange rate fluctuates, but banks are usually the best place to change money. American dollars are commonly accepted as well.

POPULATION
204,000

ELECTRICITY
120 cycles/60 volts, the same as in the United States.

LANGUAGE Although Spanish is the official language of the Los Cabos region, English is widely spoken.

TIME
Mountain Standard Time, which is one hour ahead of Pacific Standard Time, one hour behind Central Standard Time and two hours behind Eastern Standard Time.

GETTING AROUND
Taxis are abundant and available at the airport, major hotels and taxi stands. Public transportation is also available. Rental cars are available; a valid US driver’s license will be accepted.

BEACHES
From San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas there are 20 different main beaches to explore. The most famous are Playa Costa Azul, a haven for surfers; Playa Palmilla, a favorite spot for shutterbugs; Santa Maria Bay, with its protected cover and marine sanctuary; Playa Chileno, known for its fine swimming and snorkeling; Playa El Médano, the center of Cabo San Lucas water sports and Playa del Amor, accessible only by watercraft and near the famous “El Arco,” where the Sea of Cortes meets the Pacific Ocean. Many are secluded, others popular, and some have restaurants and changing rooms while some do not. Currents are strong and visitors are encouraged to read posted signs and seek advice before swimming

ACTIVITIES

Shopping
San Jose del Cabo offers a wide array of unique boutiques and galleries with high quality arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing and more. Cabo San Lucas boasts an array of clothing and artisan shops, open-air bazaars, souvenir stalls, and markets, as well as the upscale, boutique shopping mall, Luxury Avenue Los Cabos.

Eco-Adventure
Whale watching, hiking, desert biking tours, mountain biking, camping, bird watching, rock climbing.

Water Sports
Scuba diving, snorkeling, parasailing, surfing, windsurfing, sea kayaking, water skiing, sailing, and swimming.

Equestrian
Beach horseback riding, equestrian centers, and desert excursions.

Fishing
Los Cabos is one of the world’s best sport fishing destinations -- more marlin and swordfish are caught here than anywhere else in the world. Catch and release is the general rule. World famous sport fishing tournaments are held annually.

Golf
Los Cabos is quickly becoming a mecca for championship golf with courses designed by the "who's who" of golf course design, including Robert Trent Jones II, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf. Los Cabos is home to the following courses, with others currently under development:

Cabo del Sol – The Ocean Course
Cabo del Sol – The Desert Course
Cabo Real Golf Club
Cabo San Lucas Country Club
Club Campestre San José
El Dorado Golf & Beach Club (private)
Mayan Country Club Los Cabos
One & Only Palmilla Golf Club
Puerto Los Cabos
Querencia Golf Course (private)

Sightseeing
The world famous rock formation “El Arco;” the San Jose del Cabo lighthouse; San Jose estuary; El Médano beach; San Jose’s old church; desert back country; the East Cape; and nearby colonial towns including Todos Santos.

Spas
The destination has the distinction of having the most world-class luxury spas in all of Mexico. Some resort spas draw upon a global palette of soothing therapies, while others emphasize an authentic Mexican experience through signature treatments that incorporate indigenous ingredients found on the Baja Peninsula such as aloe, clay, herbs, and desert flowers for their healing properties.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE
Los Cabos is earning a reputation for its master chefs and highly awarded cuisine worldwide. There are dozens of fine restaurants in Los Cabos, covering a range of cuisines and styles. There are elegant white-tablecloth restaurants, as well as street side bistros; “hacienda” restaurants with dancing and live local music; casual beachside eateries and funky little snack shacks. The flavors of Italy, France, Japan and the Americas are represented, and several popular spots feature the regional Mexican cuisine that is a “must-taste” for any visitor. Local seafood is highly regarded and appears on menus from restaurants of every description. Nightlife can be as quiet as the waves and the stars…. or it can be lively ‘til the wee hours at Cabo’s famous nightclubs.

-Courtesy of Los Cabos Convention and Visitors Bureau

New hotels & developments in Los Cabos position destination for growth in 2011

Los Cabos Hotels & Resorts Offer Exclusive Eco-Adventure Travel Packages

Wyndham Resort Opens in Cabo San Lucas

Los Cabos Hotels & Resorts Offer Kids Tons Of Fun In The Sun

-Courtesy of Los Cabos Convention and Visitors Bureau

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