Cabo Activities
San José Jazz Weekend Delivers Live Music & Fun
The 5th Annual San José Jazz Weekend takes place February 17-18, 2017 at Plaza del Pescador in San José del Cabo. This popular event offers live music and great food in a fun-filled setting. Visitors can enjoy music in a variety of genres including Jazz fusion, R&B, flamenco, contemporary jazz and rock. In addition, a number of talented visual artists will have their works on display and available for purchase. Browse works of painting, photography, leatherwork and more. Plaza del Pescador is situated across the street from the Royal Solaris Resort in San José del Cabo and is home to a variety of boutiques, bars and restaurants. Stop by for great music and shopping! More…
2 Ways to Get Your Art & History Fix in Los Cabos, Mexico
Los Cabos, Mexico is well-known for its glittering luxury resorts draped along incredibly beautiful beaches overlooking the Sea of Cortez. The destination has certainly been garnering a lot of attention the last few years for the impressive number of new luxury vacation developments cropping up along its shores. While many visitors think of glamorous celebrity-studded resorts or the fun-loving energy of Cabo San Lucas, there’s a more traditional and art-loving side to Los Cabos, as well. If you’re a lover of art (and history) here are two ways to get your fill of timeless charm and unique artworks.
Dine, Browse & Shop at El Merkado in Los Cabos, Mexico
One of the hottest new spots to check out on your next Los Cabos vacation is El Merkado. Newly opened in late 2016, El Merkado is a great place to enjoy excellent cuisine, pick up specialty grocery items, shop for unique goods, listen to live music, or simply stroll and browse the many offerings. Modeled after popular European food markets, this expansive building houses a Mexican cantina, Italian restaurant with a coffee bar, organic grocery store, candy shop, artisanal ice cream shop, a microbrewery, wine bar and a flower shop. El Merkado houses a number of smaller specialty food vendors as well including a juice bar, ceviche and seafood, tortillas, cheese –…
Heroic Rescue Frees Humpback Whale in Los Cabos, Mexico
Last week, our friend Oscar Ortiz of Cabo Expeditions had the opportunity to assist an entangled whale in distress off the shores of Los Cabos, Mexico. The winter months are the best time of year to view migrating whales in the waters of Baja. Unfortunately, on rare occasions these magnificent creatures run into trouble due to human activities. As the owner of widely respected local tour operator Cabo Expeditions, Oscar is passionate about the marine environment and the unique challenges facing sea life in the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez surrounding Los Cabos. Here, he shares some highlights and photos from the whale rescue. To book a whale watching tour…
The Whales Have Returned to Los Cabos!
The winter months are the best time to enjoy whale watching in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. A number of tour operators offering great opportunities to view these magnificent creatures. Each year during the winter, migrating whales make their way from the waters of Alaska to the warm lagoons of Baja California Sur where they’ll give birth to their young. Humpback, gray and blue whales are often sighted off the shores of Los Cabos. One well-respected tour company is Cabo Expeditions. Headed up by Oscar Ortiz (who happens to be a very talented photographer and shares these wonderful pictures with us), their team of trained naturalists provide informative excursions aboard Zodiac boats…
Baja Burros on Parade: Charity Art Exhibit at Shoppes at Palmilla
If you’re visiting Los Cabos this winter, don’t miss the Baja Burros on Parade art exhibit taking place at The Shoppes at Palmilla. A collaborative effort of Pez Gordo Gallery, the Shoppes at Palmilla & Snell Real Estate, this unique event displays the unique artwork of talented local artists who’ve used their impressive skills to adorn fiberglass burros in fascinating, eye-catching and whimsical styles. Participating artists include: Liz Gonzalez, Jennifer Power, Santiago Garcia, Hugo Aguilar, Esther Burboa, Caryl Leffel, Pedro Gutierrez, Leticia Lebrija, Fernando Nafarrate, Karla Nieto, Hugo Ortega Lopez, Joaquin Pineda, Wilber Sanchez and Jim Williams. The sculptures will be viewable at the Shoppes at Palmilla through April 2017 when the event culminates…
Los Cabos Photo Contest! Enter to Win!
Enter to win a free getaway in Cabo! Dreaming of an escape with sunny skies, beautiful beaches and ocean views in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico? Enter our Los Cabos Photo Contest. Submit your best Cabo vacation photos and vote for your favorites! Contest runs 11/16-12/16/16. Enter Here: Los Cabos Photo Contest Two Prizes will be Awarded (See link for full details & rules)
Rock in the New Year in Cabo San Lucas – Welcome 2017!
Cabo San Lucas is legendary for its commitment to fun. New Year’s Eve 2017 is yet another excuse to party it up in style in paradise. Cabo visitors can ring in the new year with a variety of awesome events, including dance parties with guest DJ’s, elegant dinner parties with live music, unforgettable fireworks over Médano Beach and so much more. Looking for an intimate and personalized celebration? Host your dream New Year’s Eve party in one of our private vacation villa rentals. Check out a few of Cabo’s New Year’s events below:
Los Cabos International Film Festival Returns with Star-Studded Schedule
The 5th Annual Los Cabos International Film Festival returns this year with a star-studded schedule of movie screenings, premieres and events. Taking place November 9-13, 2016, the festival showcases the works of filmmakers from the United States, Mexico and Canada. In addition to an exciting selection of films, a variety of star-studded parties, film industry meetings, gala dinners and a concert by Natalia Lafourcade are a few highlights. The festival’s official selection has been announced for the Los Cabos schedule. Additional films in the categories of World Highlights and American Specials will be screened (full schedule information here). Comptencia Los Cabos Competition Film Selection: American Honey –by Andrea Arnold (United Kingdom, United…
Cabo Wabo Cantina is Still Rocking After 26 Years
It’s hard to think of Cabo San Lucas without thinking of Cabo Wabo Cantina. The legendary cantina is a beloved Cabo landmark and has a a passionate following of repeat visitors who flock here for great live music and the namesake tequila. For 26 years, Cabo Wabo has held a central spot in the heart of downtown Cabo. We talked to co-owner Marco Monroy, who opened Cabo Wabo with Sammy Hagar in 1990, about the cantina’s legendary history – and what’s in store for the future. Cabo Wabo Cantina was established in 1990 before Cabo San Lucas achieved its current cachet as a world-class luxury vacation destination. What was Cabo like in…
