Cabo Activities
Ring in 2012 in Cabo San Lucas: New Year’s Eve Events
Cabo San Lucas is a party town all year long—but things kick up a notch (or ten) for New Year’s Eve. From elegant dinner formals to sultry dance-all-night VIP events, there’s a celebration for every visitor looking to ring in the new year in style. If you’re looking for a great way to welcome 2012 in Cabo, be sure to plan early—parties and accommodations book up quickly. Here are a few top picks: Barefoot Formal at Casa Dorada Los Cabos This stylish black-and-white barefoot event returns this year at the beautiful beachfront Casa Dorada Los Cabos Beach Resort boasting entertainment by Melinda Doolittle, Michael Johns, and Rickey Smith (former American…
Surf’s Up in the East Cape
Surfers are an unconventional lot, having the reputation of dropping everything—maybe even their breakfast forks—when they hear a swell is happening. They can also be a bit secretive about their favorite surf breaks, though if you get in good with them, they’ll spill. Surfers also come in every shape, size and age, including being the owners of beautiful villas in Los Cabos.
Dia de los Muertos: Day of the Dead is a Celebration of Life
Naming a holiday “The Day of the Dead” (El Día de los Muertos) doesn’t sound like a recipe for joyful celebration. But indeed, this day of remembrance is a time of happy family sharing and activity, for it’s when Mexicans and some people of other Latin cultures lovingly—and colorfully—recall the relatives that have passed. The tradition is pre-Columbian, but has blended elements from the Spanish conquest as well. Some indigenous peoples believed that souls do not die, but continue to rest in Mictlan, a sacred place. Thus, contemporary Mexican families recognize and ritualize the continuance of the generations through the past. Though Mexico celebrates November 2nd as the Day of…
Cabo Fishing Heats up with Big October Tournaments
The confluence of the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez is magical in many ways, and the numbers of lively gamefish are a big wave of that wand. One of the prime reasons that Los Cabos began to evolve from a series of sleepy coastal villages to the getaway wonderland it is today was due to some big-name celebrity sport-fishermen in the 1940s making a splash. Word had traveled faster than a marlin spinning out a line that the sport-fishing at Baja’s tip was other-worldly. People like Ernest Hemingway and John Wayne upped the ante on the visibility of the sport-fishing scene, which has only become more vibrant over time.…
Magic, Margaritas & Art at the Hotel California
Recently, Tiffany from our superstar Customer Service team had the opportunity to spend an unforgettable afternoon with friends at the legendary Hotel California, a boutique-style gem in the heart of the incredibly charming town of Todos Santos, just an hour from Cabo San Lucas. Here, she shares some of the highlights: Overall, how was your experience visiting the Hotel California? Absolutely wonderful! My friends and I were greeted by Pedro Castro, the hotel’s Sales Manager, in the lobby and given a tour and we had a wonderful lunch at the hotel restaurant. Pedro’s passion for the Hotel California was evident as he shared with us the fascinating history of the…
Sammy’s Birthday Bash at Cabo Wabo – Tickets on Sale July 26
An annual tradition, Sammy’s Birthday Bash is set to take place again this year on October 7, 9, 11 and 13th at the celebrated Cabo Wabo Cantina in downtown Cabo San Lucas. This multi-day event is a celebration of live music in honor of Sammy Hagar, the legendary former front man of Van Halen. Fans from all over the world flock to the party, which regularly sees surprise appearances by celebrity guests. In the past, die-hard fans made the annual trek and had to wait in line at the cantina for the chance to score sought-after tickets to the exclusive event. For the second year in a row, pre-sold tickets…
Where To Vacation Swimmingly in Cabo
While Cabo’s all about that winning combination of golden beaches and the impossibly turquoise sea, many visitors are surprised to know that a lot of the Los Cabos coastline simply isn’t recommended for swimming. Due to the confluence of the waters of the mighty Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez, strong undertows and unpredictable waves make it wiser to play it safe and admire the ocean views from your resort’s pool. However, there are a few wonderful spots where gentle beaches invite you to take a dip and play in some of the world’s most pristine waters. Here are our some of our top picks of resorts and villas on…
Diving the Magical Revillagigedo Islands of Mexico
About 200 miles from Los Cabos, Baja California Sur lie the Revillagigedo Islands, a unique archipelago sometimes described as the “Galapagos of Mexico.” The volcanic islands of the chain include Socorro Island, San Benedicto Island, Clarion Island and Roca Partida—and host some of the most breathtaking underwater sea life in the world. Recently, Don Hirschaut, president of CaboVillas.com (Earth, Sea & Sky Vacations) took an unforgettable journey to get up close and personal with the islands’ giant manta rays, sharks and more. Here, he shares his experience exploring this fragile and beautiful ecosystem.
An Afternoon Kayak to Land’s End with High Tide Los Cabos
Recently, our Director of Sales, Julie Byrd, hopped aboard a kayak excursion to Lover’s Beach and the dramatic stone arch at Land’s End (“El Arco”) with, Julianne Warriner (of A Matter of Taste Catering), and the team of High Tide Los Cabos Sea Expeditions. The group was treated to the unusual sight of an exposed beach under El Arco. Often, a small stretch will appear at extremely low tides for a very short time frame. However, approximately every 6-8 years (estimates vary), just the right conditions come together to push up sand under the arch and a wider beach stays around for longer—sometimes as long as several months. Various factors,…
Island Magic in Baja Sur: A Journey through the Islands of the Sea of Cortez
Many poolside vacationers in Los Cabos may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a gigantic tail breaking the surface of the Sea of Cortez, of a pod of dolphins frolicking in the distance or the majestic sight of pelicans dive-bombing into the sea. And, they might just wonder what magic lies beyond. In fact, the incomparably abundant Sea of Cortez—once called the “World’s Aquarium” by Jacques Cousteau and extolled for it’s unique abundance by John Steinbeck—is what originally drew hardy travelers to the tip of the Baja Peninsula and into the turquoise waters of this awe-inspiring body of water. While Earth, Sea & Sky Vacations (CaboVillas.com) is known…
