Casa Dorada Los Cabos Nominated Among World’s Best Hotels in T+L World’s Best Survey 2013
Casa Dorada Los Cabos has been nominated among the world’s best hotels in the Travel +Leisure Magazine World’s Best survey. Every year, readers rank the world’s best hotels, resorts, spas, cruise lines, airlines, airports, travel companies, and destinations. Factors being considered in the hotel category include rooms/facilities, location, service, restaurants/food, value as well as the property’s suitability for business, family and romantic travel, helping fellow travelers make better and more educated choices. Results of the survey will be announced in the August issue of Travel + Leisure. Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa has worked consistently to offer its guests an exceptionally high level of service and outstanding facilities over the…
Exploring the Waters with CABO SUP
One of the fastest-growing water sports in the world, stand up paddling (“SUP”) is gaining momentum as fun way to exercise and take in the sights while on the water. Los Cabos offers a great setting for stand up paddling, with the gorgeous Sea of Cortez and amazing weather. Even if you’ve never stand up paddled before, you can experience this amazing activity while vacationing in Los Cabos. We talked to Meredith Vosburgh of CABO SUP about their offerings. How did CABO SUP get started? We (owners/operators Lee and Meredith Vosburgh), first started stand up paddling 7 years ago in Montauk, Long Island. After relocating to Cabo 6 years ago to…
Newly Protected Area at Pelican Rock / Lover’s Beach in Cabo San Lucas Bay
Our friends at Cabo Sails report that buoys have been set up around Pelican Rock in Cabo San Lucas Bay as part of the National Marine Park effort to protect this precious marine habitat from motorized boats. Placement of the buoys originally began in November, but now the buoys completely prevent access by motorized boats in the area between Lover’s Beach and Pelican Rock. Buoys also extended from Pelican Rock along the Lover’s Beach shoreline. This will help preserve a beautiful and pristine marine ecosystem. According to the Cabo Sails team, “They have designated an area where the water taxis drop people off and pick them up at Lover’s Beach but they…
New Fish Spa Makes a Splash in Cabo San Lucas
One of the latest trends in pedicures involves the assistance of some very tiny spa helpers. Fish spas offer a unique treatment, with small Garra Rufa fish (also known as “doctor fish”) harmlessly nibbling away at dead skin. We interviewed Cristobal Tortosa, who recently brought the experience to Cabo San Lucas via the new Fish Spa Cabo. Why did you decide to bring the fish spa to Los Cabos? My wife and I were intrigued by this natural treatment and thought it would be great to let others try it here in Los Cabos. “Ictotherapy” is becoming more and more popular in Europe and Asia, so why not bring it…
Los Cabos Dining: 5 Local Faves for Great Flavors
Julianne Warriner heads up our amazing Los Cabos concierge team. Julianne also heads up A Matter of Taste, a wonderful local catering company. As a local with a taste for great cuisine, she’s got some great tips for the area’s hidden culinary gems. Here are just a few of her insider faves. Mariscos El Torito – At Janette Wilson 1530, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico This casual eatery is truly a local favorite and a hidden gem. If you’re looking for incredible authentic mariscos (seafood), this is the place. It’s no wonder celebrity chef Rick Bayless has raved about this place. The pleasant palapa-covered dining area, friendly staff, kids’ play area, generous portions…
Happy Holidays from the CaboVillas.com Team!
Happy Holidays from our family to yours! Wishing you warmth, joy and happiness this holiday season and into the new year!
Trip Report: A Dream Fishing Trip in Cabo – PART 2
Here, Tim and Brenda share the endlessly entertaining and hilarious Part 2 of their dream fishing vacation in Cabo San Lucas. Read Part 1 here… Day Two On November 22nd we awoke at 5:30 and had our morning coffee. Today we would begin fishing with Pisces Sportfishing. They are a tremendous outfit. Our Captain Orlando and mate Ernesto were fantastic. Again, our whole trip was set up was done by Earth Sea & Sky Vacations (ESSV, Cabovillas.com). Sales agent Hernan put the package together and it would be tough to find much wrong with what we were fortunate to participate in.
New Year’s Eve in Cabo! Ring in 2013 in Cabo San Lucas
While you can party in Cabo San Lucas any time of year, New Year’s Eve turns up the volume and the glitz in this legendary destination at the tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. From classy dinners to sexy all-night VIP parties with dancing till dawn, there’s a New Year’s Eve party for every guest. Cabo’s an easy winter getaway, with short flights from many major U.S. cities. Luxurious resorts and glamorous villa rentals set the stage for a fabulous vacation. If you’re looking for an unforgettable way to ring in 2013 in Cabo, it pays to plan early—parties and accommodations book up fast. Book your New Year’s getaway now! Call our team at 1-800-745-2226 to…
First Annual Baja International Film Festival debuts with Celebrity Support
This year, Los Cabos will host the first annual Baja International Film Festival. This exciting multi-day event takes place November 14-16, 2012 and will feature screenings of works by talented filmmakers, celebrity sightings and lots of fun. We talked to the festival’s founders Sean and Scott Cross about what’s in store during this wonderful festival. Why Baja? Los Cabos is a perfect location for a world-class film festival. It is one of the most beautiful places in Mexico, and it’s also a favorite vacation destination for many Hollywood celebrities. Being that it’s also a short flight from Los Angeles, Mexico City, and other major cities in Mexico and the US,…
Award-Winning Fisherman Seeking Bisbee Tournament Team
It was in 2003 when Brady Bunte, a seasoned fisherman, reeled in a monster 565-lb. marlin during the world-famous Bisbee’s Black & Blue tournament. That one brag-worthy blue marlin was a million-dollar win for Bunte. This annual tournament draws some of the best anglers in the world looking to catch the heaviest qualifying black or blue marlin for some truly impressive cash prizes. Through the years, Bunte has remained a strong presence on the tournament circuit. Now, Bunte is looking to gather an experienced team to compete in this year’s upcoming Black & Blue taking place Tuesday, October 23–Saturday, October 27, 2012.
