Colonial Cities & Los Cabos

ABOUT THE DESTINATION: Los Cabos, at the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, is where desert, mountains, and the Pacific Ocean meet in dramatic fashion. The region is anchored by two main towns: lively Cabo San Lucas, famous for its nightlife and marina, and the more laid‑back San José del Cabo, known for colonial architecture and art galleries. Between them stretches the “Tourist Corridor,” a scenic coastal highway lined with luxury resorts, golf courses, and pristine beaches. Most visitors are drawn to the sea. Boat tours take you past the iconic El Arco rock formation at Land’s End, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific, and offer chances to spot sea lions, dolphins, and in season, migrating humpback and gray whales. Snorkeling and diving reveal colorful reefs and abundant marine life at spots like Santa Maria Bay and Chileno Bay, while adventurers can try deep‑sea fishing, surfing, kitesurfing, or stand‑up paddleboarding. On land, Los Cabos offers a surprising variety of landscapes and activities. You can ride camels or ATVs through cactus‑studded desert, zip‑line across canyons, or hike in the Sierra de la Laguna mountains, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with freshwater pools and oak forests. Several world‑class golf courses overlook the ocean, and horseback rides at sunset along the beach are a romantic favorite. Food and culture add another layer to the experience. Los Cabos blends traditional Mexican flavors with fresh seafood and sophisticated coastal cuisine, from street‑side tacos al pastor to upscale farm‑to‑table restaurants in the nearby village of El Pescadero. Evenings can be spent bar‑hopping around Cabo San Lucas’s marina, enjoying live music and beach clubs, or strolling the Art Walk in San José del Cabo’s historic center, where galleries, boutiques, and cafés stay open late.