Planning My Vacation: Los Cabos

The first destination in Mexico that I am going to explore is Los Cabos (The Capes).  It is frequently called “Land’s End”  because it is located on the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula, about 1000 miles south of San Diego.  The Sea of Cortes borders Los Cabos on the east and the Pacific Ocean lies to the west.  Los Cabos is interesting to me because it has luxury resorts, villas,  golf, spas, dining and shopping.  This is one of the most well-known Mexican resorts on the West Coast of Mexico.  It actually extends from San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas.  The 20-mile long Tourist Corridor is made up of mostly beachfront luxury resorts and world-class championship golf courses.  Los Cabos’ most famous landmark is one of Mexico’s top natural wonders:  El Arco.  This is a dramatic rock that sits where the Sea of Cortes meets the Pacific Ocean.  The Sierra de la Laguna Mountains lie beyond the towns and while sand beaches line its shores.    It has almost perfect weather with sunshine for most of the year, with an average temperature of 82 degrees.  They say that temperatures can reach into the 90s in late summer but that it has very low humidity and great ocean breezes which keep it pleasant during that time.  As I look out of my windows in Seattle, and it is cold, gray and rainy, warm sunshine and 80-degree weather have a strong appeal. 

But what do I want to do and what do I want to see and what will I want to come back and write about for you?  I am interested in the culture of Mexico, in eco-tourism adventures, and then shopping.  And then there is my need for rest and relaxation, so a day in a spa could be very satisfying.  I also want to warm my inner core to allow me to get through the balance of my winter as well, until it once again becomes warm and sunny here in Seattle.   Next I will explore what I want on a vacation versus what Los Cabos can offer.