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Destinations Maps Spanish Lesson Activities: Fishing and Boating • Snorkelling and Scuba Diving • Golfing • Activities for Families • Adventures
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Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park: Diving Sites • Cabo Wilderness: The Mango • Los Cabos' Wild Life • Fishing Report • Villa del Palmar at the islands of Loreto: an award winning resort
18 LOS CABOS TOP BEACHES: descriptions and tips about the best beaches in Los Cabos.
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Pozole Rojo • Los Cabos non-profits • The Taco de Pastor Challenge
letter from the EDITOR Los Cabos is a destination visited by people from all over the world. As a local and a Mexican, it's a pleasure and an honor to be able to show these international visitors what the Mexican culture is all about. You will most likely always find us with family and friends eating some delicious home-made food and perhaps sipping (not shooting) a tequila or a mezcal, all while planning the next get-together. In Los Cabos, Mexicans as well as ex-pats enjoy a relaxing and stress-free pace of life, and we're grateful to call this beautiful country our home. So this is why we celebrate! September is the ideal month to show-off the colorful Mexican folklore during our Independence celebrations, something similar to the American 4th of July. Read along to learn how and when we celebrate Mexico's Independence so you can join the fiesta! Within the pages of Destino Los Cabos you can find useful information that will help you maximize your vacation such as activities, top beaches, maps, important information, and even a Spanish lesson. Don't forget that you can find all of our useful information online at: www.DestinoLosCabos.com. Our website is the most complete guide to Los Cabos that you can find!
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Market Update • Imagine You Live Here • Real Estate Listings
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How to dial in Los Cabos • Driving Tips • Money & Currency • Important phone numbers
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Los Cabos (the capes) is located in the southernmost tip of the State of Baja California Sur and consists of four main areas: Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, Todos Santos and the East Cape. La Paz is the Capital of the state, however, technically it is not part of the municipality of Los Cabos. If you take a look at the Baja Sur map you can see that the highways and towns form a loop. The Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez meet at the very tip of the peninsula. It's very clear when you're on the Pacific side; the waves are much larger and powerful and the winds are stronger. If you go further north along the Pacific side the climate and beaches are very different than on the Sea of Cortez. It's usually a few degrees cooler, which is very pleasant during the warm summer months. In the Pescadero and Todos Santos area, the sand is dark and fine and the color of the water is deep blue. The sand in Sea of Cortez beaches is coarser and the water is a lighter tone of blue. The beaches in La Paz and the surrounding areas are possibly the most beautiful ones in Baja Sur. The white powdery sand and the waist-high water create a spectacular shade of turquoise, the kind you see in postcards. The mountains meet the desert, the desert meets the ocean. The Sierra de la Laguna is a mountain range that lies at the southern end of the peninsula. Above 800 meters in elevation dry forests transition to pine-oak forests. The main climate of the region is arid to semi-arid, however, there are very fertile areas where local farmers grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, especially on the Pacific side. The aquarium of the world. These are the words that Jacques Cousteau used to describe the Sea of Cortez. It is said that eons ago, back when the Earth and Continents were still taking their shape, the edge of Mexico split from the mainland to form the Gulf of California and the Baja Peninsula. This allowed the Pacific Ocean to rush into the gap and create the Sea of Cortez, or as some call it, Mother Nature’s own fish trap. Hundreds of varieties of fish and mammals found their way into this “trap” and either stayed in its warm shallow waters or ventured down into the cool bottom of the two mile-deep San Andreas Fault. For millenniums, the Colorado River has been dragging its rich minerals and nutrients into the Sea of Cortez, aiding the living species to thrive in these waters. In the months of January through March, Gray whales make their yearly migration from Alaska to give birth to their young in the shallow and warm waters of the Sea of Cortez.
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Cabo San Lucas
This tourist friendly town, also just known as “Cabo,” is located on the tip of the Baja California peninsula and is full of entertainment for every age and liking. The Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean meet at Land’s End, where you can observe the beautiful rock formations and the famous Cabo arch. In Cabo San Lucas you can find Medano Beach, the liveliest beach in the Los Cabos area, an impressive marina and countless restaurants and bars that keep the town alive day and night.
San José del Cabo
Walking around downtown San José will allow you to experience a traditional Mexican town. You will find yourself surrounded by colorful buildings and quaint cobblestone streets that lead to the town’s picturesque zócalo (main plaza). Over the years, San José has become an artistic and cultural centre with numerous fine art galleries in its downtown art district as well as world-class restaurants. San José has a beautiful beach where you can take a horseback ride to explore the estuary that is home to many different bird species.
The Corridor
The corridor is the 40 km highway that connects Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo (about a 20 minute drive). Along this road you can find various hotels, luxury ocean front homes, championship golf courses and beautiful views. Have your camera ready and make a roadside stop at the Costa Azul view-point for photo opportunities and a refreshing coco frío (cold coconut).
Todos Santos
Located on the Pacific Ocean side of the peninsula, Todos Santos is an oasis where artists and surfers flock to enjoy the culture and excellent surf. Home to the famous Hotel California, this charming town offers great restaurants and a cooler climate than Cabo San Lucas and San José due to the breezes coming from the Pacific.
East Cape
People often call it “the old Cabo” because of its pristine beaches and small fishing towns such as Buena Vista and Los Barriles. The East Cape begins just east of San José and extends about 100 miles up the Sea of Cortez coast. Sixty miles outside of San José is the Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park, an eight fingered coral reef that offers outstanding snorkelling and scuba diving and turtle nesting on the beach. Very popular for fishing and surfing, the East Cape also attracts kite surfers, campers and folks who just want to get away from it all.
La Paz
La Paz is the capital of the state of Baja California Sur and is known for its warm people and beautiful beaches. This authentic Mexican city (as well as the general south Baja region) has been rated as one of the safest in Mexico and still maintains the small town feel that is very welcoming for tourists. La Paz is a departure point for tours and charters to the stunning Espiritu Santo Island as well as whale watching excursions. Stroll down the colorful malecón (boardwalk), walk hundreds of feet in waist high water at Balandra beach or have a fine dining experience; La Paz has a lot to offer.
Loreto
Loreto offers the best of both worlds for tourists who long to escape to an 'authentic-Mexico' with settings that take you back-in-time along with ocean activities that rival that of any other modern coastal city. In Loreto you'll find historic buildings such as the enchanting Mision de Loreto - a mission-style church that was built in 1697 as well as The Islands of Loreto which boasts Mexico's largest marine preserve where dolphins, seals, turtles and sea lions all play in the sea. For those who are partial to adventures on land; there is hiking, biking, and nature-tours that fill up a camera with pictures of radiant natural settings. Loreto is the perfect place for everyone from honeymooners to large families.
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Todos Santos
Although most locals in Los Cabos speak English, they also appreciate it when visitors speak Spanish. Don't be shy, give it a try! PRONUNCIATION RULES • The letter "ñ" - When you see a wiggly line on top of the letter "n" use the "ny" sound that you use for the English word canyon. • The double "ll" is pronounced like "y" in English. • The letter "h" is always silent. • The letter "j" is pronounced like "h" in English. • If the word has an accent mark such as "á", that syllable is stressed.
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THE BASICS Hello - Hola Goodbye - Adios Good morning - Buenos días Good afternoon - Buenas tardes Good evening/night - Buenas noches Thank you - Gracias Please - Por Favor Sorry - Disculpa Here - Aquí There - Allá Help - Ayuda Doctor - Doctor Water - Agua Food - Comida Money - Dinero Cash - Efectivo Change - Cambio Credit card - Tarjeta de crédito Tip - Propina GETTING AROUND Where is ...? - ¿Dónde está ...? My hotel is ... - Mi hotel es ... Please take me to ... - Por favor lléveme a ... How much is this? - ¿Cuánto cuesta esto? Where is an ATM? - ¿Dónde hay un cajero automático? Telephone - Teléfono Do you have WIFI? - ¿Tiene WIFI?
PLACES Bathrooms - Baños Restaurant - Restaurante Hotel - Hotel Hospital - Hospital Beach - Playa Store - Tienda Pharmacy - Farmacia AT A RESTAURANT Table - Mesa Glass - Vaso Plate - Plato Fork - Tenedor Spoon - Cuchara Knife - Cuchillo Napkin - Servilleta Can you bring the check? - ¿Puede traer la cuenta? MEETING SOMEONE NEW Nice to meet you - Mucho gusto What's your name? - ¿Cómo te llamas? My name is ... - Mi nombre es... Where are you from? - ¿De dónde eres? Do you speak English? - ¿Habla Inglés? I don't understand - No entiendo
WORDS OF THE MONTH: Lunch - Comida Traditions - Tradiciones Independence Day - Día de la Independencia Music - Música Party - Fiesta Dinner - Cena Celebration - Festejo
VERB OF THE MONTH:
To Celebrate - Festejar I - Yo festejo You - Tu festejas He - El festeja She - Ella festeja We - Nosotros festejamos You - Ustedes festejan They - Ellos festejan
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BOATING & FISHING
With calm waters, extraordinary fishing and perfect weather, some may argue that boating is the most popular attraction in Los Cabos. Whether you want to take a cruise to Santa María Bay on a luxury yacht or wake up at the crack of dawn for a fishing adventure, there are endless options to fit your needs.
SEASONAL FISHING CHART
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BOAT RENTALS Private yachts and sailboats There are several charter companies that can accommodate your needs. What you do on your trip is really up to you, but it will typically consist of a tour of the landmark arch, a few hours of fishing, and a cruise to one of our beautiful bays for a swim. Most boats have fishing equipment and a knowledgeable crew, but the biggest difference between a yacht and a fishing boat rental is the cost. Fishing Boat Rentals You can always fish on a yacht, but cruisers, pangas and super-pangas are a more affordable option. Cruisers accommodate larger groups and are more comfortable when the sea is rough on a windy day. THE MARINAS Marina Cabo San Lucas The area’s largest commercial marina features 380 slips and accommodates vessels of up to 375 feet. Amenities include 24-hour security, electricity and potable water, a fuel dock, and convenient laundry and shower facilities. Puerto Los Cabos Located in La Playita just north of San José del Cabo is the newest marina in the area with 200 available slips 10
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for boats up to 400 feet. Amenities are similar to Marina Cabo San Lucas, though the boatyard’s 150-ton travel lift can accommodate larger vessels. FISHING There’s a reason why the world’s richest fishing tournament - the Bisbee’s Black & Blue - has taken place in Los Cabos for over thirty years. This part of the world offers abundant sea life and an exceptionally high catch success rate, no matter what your level of fishing experience is. What to Expect Most charters include a fishing license, bait, tackle and equipment. Some also include food and drink or these amenities can be added at an additional cost. It is better to leave early; trips usually begin at 6:00 and 7:00 am and last around 6 hours. Cost will depend on the number of people in your party and the size of the boat you choose to rent. It is customary to leave the crew a gratuity of 15% to 20%. Bait and Tackle Most likely, the boat you charter will include your bait and tackle. If you need your own fresh bait, you may buy it along the Cabo San Lucas Marina or the crew you hire may also stop to buy it from the local fishermen on your way out.
SPORT FISHING FLAGS COMMONLY SEEN IN LOS CABOS
BOATING AND FISHING TERMS IN SPANISH Captain - Capitán Aboard - Abordo To fish - Pescar To float - Flotar Wind - Viento Tide - Marea Fish - Pescado Bait - Carnada Fishing rod - Caña de pescar Hook - Anzuelo Life preservers - Salvavidas Throttle - Acelerador Anchor - Ancla Bow - Proa Stern - Popa
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SNORKELLING & SCUBA DIVING
Prepare yourself for an incredible show of nature as you swim side by side with colourful schools of fish, eels, rays, octopus, sea turtles and more. The Sea of Cortez or the “Aquarium of the World” offers many opportunities to experience incredible underwater wildlife.
SCUBA DIVING DESTINATIONS Note: travel time is from the Cabo San Lucas marina. Land’s End Intermediate-Advanced - 50’-60’ Five minutes by boat and you can share the water with sea lions and moray eels, with a sunken boat visible in the Falls. Sand Falls Beginners - Advanced - 30’-100’ Steep sand banks drop sharply into a canyon filled with tropical fish. The canyon runs from the depths of the Cabo San Lucas bay to within 30 feet of the beach. Pelican Rock Beginners - 25’-80’ This large rock attracts many tropical fish and is only five minutes from shore. Neptune’s Finger Advanced - 80’-100’ A spectacular canyon wall dive. Cabeza de Ballena Beginners - 20’-40’ A 25-minute boat ride leads to a dive through large boulders with many fish. Santa María Cave Beginners - 20’-40’ Reachable from the shore or a 35-minute boat ride, the entrance to Santa Maria canyon has a huge variety of fish which feed right from your hand. Chileno Beginners - 30’-70’ This location offers parking, sea turtle sightings, tropical fish, and night dives over a sandy and rocky bottom following a 35-minute boat ride. El Gavilán Intermediate/Advanced - 70’-100’ This rocky ledge leads into a canyon where groupers and larger fish are often sighted; 35 minutes by boat. Blow Hole Beginners/Advanced - 30’-70’ 35-minutes from San Lucas, or just 10
minutes from Chileno beach, this dive offers rocky valleys presenting a variety of fish. Las Salinas Beginners - 30’-45’ - A sunken Japanese fishing boat attracts a large assortment of fish at this beginners’ dive; about 80 minutes from Cabo San Lucas or one hour from La Playita. Gordo Banks Advanced - 110’-120’ - A seamount provides views of marlin, hammerheads, skip jacks and at times huge manta rays; one hour from La Playita. Cabo Pulmo Beginner-Advanced - 30’-100’ A one hour drive east of San José or five minutes by boat and you’ll find the only living coral reef in the Sea of Cortez. SNORKELLING SPOTS Cabo offers several methods for snorkelling. You may drive to a local beach and swim out, book a tour with one of the many popular companies, or charter a private boat. Tours are typically two or three hours. Stay away from the Pacific side of the peninsula; its strong currents make it very dangerous for any kind of water sports. Pelican Rock
A quick five-minute ride from the Cabo San Lucas marina or Medano Beach is all it takes to get to this fish-attracting rock.
Lover’s Beach This popular and uniquely-named beach is accessible only by boat. Be on the look-out, however, as the water is not roped off for swimmers. Santa Maria Bay Snorkel tours regularly visit Santa Maria Bay. If you choose to drive there, it’s an easy swim from the shore to the reef on the right side of the cove. Chileno Bay Snorkelers will find a safe, roped-off area for swimming at this common tour destination. Cabo Pulmo A Natural Marine Reserve in the East Cape, and may offer the best snorkelling in the area. This eightfingered coral reef is about a 2-hour drive from San José del Cabo, but it is well worth it!
GOLFING
With the desert meeting the Sea of Cortez as a backdrop, there is no doubt why Los Cabos has become a championship golf destination over the years. From Tiger Woods to Nicklaus and Fazio, many of the big names in golf have designed courses on this unique landscape. CABO REAL The newly renovated Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed golf course is one of the Corridor’s first championship courses and boasts beautiful views of the Sea of Cortez, elevation changes, and has hosted two PGA Senior Slams. 18 holes, Par 73, 7,461 yards. (624) 173-9400 www.questrogolf.com Many courses offer a reduced rate later in the day during twilight hours. Appropriate golf attire is required on all courses and club rental prices range from $35 to $ 65. CABO DEL SOL Ocean Course - A Jack Nicklaus signature course with six ocean front holes (1.5 miles). Known for its “3 finest finishing holes in golf” the Ocean Course is said to be one of the most difficult yet beautiful courses in the area. 18 holes, 7,075 yards, par 72. Desert Course – Designed by Tom Weiskopf, this course winds through the desert above the Ocean Course and challenges the golfer with risk vs reward type decision-making. 18 holes, 7,049 yards, par 72. (624) 145-8200 www.cabodelsol.com CABO SAN LUCAS COUNTRY CLUB This course was designed by Roy Dye and is conveniently located outside of Cabo San Lucas and is the only one with views of Land’s End. It has more than 80 bunkers and slightly inclined fairways and one of the longest holes in all of Mexico at 610 yards. 18 holes, 7,220 yards, par 72. (624) 143 4654 www.cabosanlucascountryclub.com PUERTO LOS CABOS The only composite course in the area with two different 9 hole courses designed by two legends of golf, Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman respectively. Oceanfront holes, elevation changes, and incredible vistas make Puerto Los Cabos a unique and special experience for any golfer at any handicap. 18 holes, Par 71, 6,848 yards. (624) 173-9400 www.questrogolf.com
PALMILLA With 27 holes of golf, each 9 hole course offers something different. The Ocean, Mountain, and Arroyo courses all boast Jack Nicklaus Design and a fun and challenging layout with canyons and elevation changes. (624) 144-5250 www.palmillagc.com PUNTA SUR GOLF - FORMERLY MAYAN PALACE GOLF This 9 hole course is a friendly course but make sure you hit ‘em straight because throughout the course you are surrounded by homes and condos in beautiful San José. A fun course for any level of golfer. 9 holes, 3,141 yards, par 35. (624) 142-0900 www.vidantagolf.com CLUB CAMPESTRE SAN JOSÉ Make sure you bring your creativity for the greens at Club Campestre, the newest Jack Nicklaus Design in Los Cabos. Almost every green has 2 or 3 different tiers, so spend some time on the practice green before your round. 18 holes, Par 71, 6,966 yards. (624) 173-9400 www.questrogolf.com QUIVIRA GOLF CLUB This Jack Nicklaus designed course that was built atop the Pacific cliffs on 1,850 acres of a planned gated community. The course features huge Sea of Cortez sandy dunes, and rolling desert landscape foothills. The crashing waves below, and rising holes above, are proof that the challenging course is definitely one of the newest marvels in Los Cabos. (624) 142-9973 www.quiviragolfclub.com
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FLYBOARDING
SURFING
Baja Sur has been a popular surfing destination since the ‘50s. The East Cape is popular for kite surfing and the Pacific coast has several surf breaks where you will find less crowds. See our Baja Sur map and look for this symbol to locate the surf spots mentioned bellow. SAN PEDRITO Level: Advanced. Direction: Right, left. Location: Pacific side right before arriving to Todos Santos. Have you ever had a dream about flying like Superman or maybe swimming like a dolphin? Dreams can come true in Cabo! The FlyBoard is a device connected and powered by a personal watercraft, which allows propulsion underwater and in the air. Users are connected to the board by wakeboard boots, under which, water pressure provides thrust. A certified trainer controls the power and height and you control all the movement. Available at Medano beach or in the Puerto Los Cabos Marina in San José del Cabo.
STAND UP PADDLING
There is something special about paddling out and finding yourself floating in the ocean with just a paddle and a board. Stand up paddling is a great way to see marine life and to get a great workout and while enjoying nature. At Medano beach you can rent boards in several locations. Certain companies offer paddling lessons and some have yoga classes on the board.
KITE SURFING
This sport is most popular in the East Cape due to the El Norte winds. Playa Norte (the north-east side of the beach) in Los Barriles is said to be the most popular destination and is also the location for a professional kite-boarding school. La Ventana is also a popular spot and is closer to La Paz. There is less wind in Los Barriles than in La Ventana, but the surf is bigger. The best months are January, February, March, October, November, December. Every January, the Lord of the Wind tournament takes place in Los Barriles. 12
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CERRITOS Level: Beginners. Direction: Right, left. Location: Pacific side at Km 65 of the Cabo San Lucas- Todos Santos road. MONUMENTS Level: Advanced . Direction: Left. Location: at Km 6.5 of the Corridor, closer to Cabo San Lucas. EL TULE Level: Advanced . Direction: Right, left. Location: Exit at Km 16.2 at El Tule bridge COSTA AZUL consists of three breaks: The Rock or La Roca Level: Advanced. Direction: Right. Zippers Level: All level. Direction: Right. Acapulquito Level: All levels. Direction: Right. Location: at Km 28.5. Access is below the Costa Azul bridge. LA BOCANA AT THE ESTUARY Level: All levels. Direction: Right, left. Location: San José del Cabo’s main beach, close to the Holiday Inn. SHIPWRECKS Level: Advanced. Direction: Right. Location: East Cape, about 25 Km from San José del Cabo. NINE PALMS Level: All levels. Direction: Long rights. Location: East Cape, about 30 Km from San José del Cabo. SEASONS June through November The summer months are known to be the best as the Southern Hemisphere’s swells send great waves to the Pacific, Cabo San Lucas, San José and the East Cape. December through February East Cape and Costa Azul are on the flatter side. The Pacific can be good this time of year because it’s exposed to the west swell. March through May This is the windy season. Swells are consistent and you’ll run into fewer crowds.
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Adventure Parks There are several adventure parks in Los Cabos where you and your kids can experience zip-lining, backcountry ATV tours, a camel safari, and more. Zip-lines are appropriate for kids of 8 years and up and be prepared to hike from 5 to 15 minutes from line to line. Most companies include transportation. Parasailing If heights over land are not right for you, try a parasailing trip and gain some altitude to enjoy beautiful views of Cabo while tethered firmly to a speedboat!
Buggy, Atv, Or Bike Rentals There are several local companies which offer ATVs, buggies, and other off-road vehicles for trail and beach cruising. Strap on some goggles and hop behind the wheel of one of these off-road racers for an afternoon of fast-paced fun! Vehicles include typical ATVs or enclosed rail buggies or RZR ATVs. Tours are typically three hours, and drivers must be 16 years of age with a valid drivers’ license. If pedal-powered rides are more your speed, look into renting a mountain bike, beach cruiser, or joining a guided bicycle tour of town. Just make sure to wear a helmet! Horseback Rides, Nature Walks, and Bird Watching Los Cabos (particularly San José del Cabo) offers a number of horseback excursions for all ages. Saddle up for a sunset guided beach ride, venture up a hidden canyon trail, or just sit back in the shade while experienced horse trainers give the kids lessons in horsemanship – there’s something for everyone! San José also boasts a natural estuary and nature preserve. Enjoy a peaceful, self-guided nature walk to observe some of the lushest landscape in the area. Species of flora and fauna are abundant: dozens of species of cactus, lizards, and birds can be spotted on this solitary walk, just a few minutes from downtown. Cactus-lovers may also want to check out the nearby cactus gardens Wirikuta, offering a large variety of cacti laid out in an artful outdoor setting.
Wet Fun Water Park Located about 20 minutes from San José, this water park has shallow pools and small slides for young children, water mushrooms, a pirate ship and a giant bucket that dumps water on the bystanders bellow. For the adrenaline seekers, several fast and large slides stand tall and mighty and offer a great view of the beautiful surrounding mountains. To get there take HWY 1 north from the San José International Airport towards La Paz and East Cape. After about 15 miles, the exit for Caudaño and the water park will be at km 66. Follow this road for a few minutes and you will find the park on your right. Turtle Release Every year, several species of endangered sea turtles nest in the warm sands of Los Cabos. Your family will have the opportunity to help these fragile and tiny creatures make it safely into the sea. Children will learn about the importance of conservation and they will surely enjoy the experience of helping these little friends. Sol de Mayo Waterfall Cascade Located about an hour and a half away from Los Cabos, the Sol de Mayo Oasis is yet another natural beauty of the Southern Baja California region. The hike leads the adventurous to a majestically beautiful oasis where everyone can swim and even dive into the cool, serene waters. Be sure to pack a lunch, and take plenty of water. There are plenty of signs to guide everyone to this wonderful piece of paradise. After arriving in Santiago, turn right up the little hill towards the town square. The cost is $6 US per person to access the easy hike to the clear-water falls. Everything you need to know about Baja Sur
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B aja's treasures
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Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park consists of three bays, Las Barracas, Cabo Pulmo and Los Frailes. Most of the diving is done in Cabo Pulmo due to the unique concentration of coral reefs. E l Bajo:
This reef is truly special and so close to the edge of the submarine canyon. It's about 500 yards long and 30 yards wide and up to 50 feet deep. It runs south to north with sand on both sides. In the winter months a lot of stingrays come to reproduce in the sand. We also have a large community of garden eels that live here year round. The reef has 7 kinds of corals, hard and soft, as well as the largest concentration of fish, both resident and migratory. I have seen green turtles, leatherbacks and the carey. May and June is the best time to see the biggest fish in the ocean, the phenomenal whale shark. Since it’s so close to the canyon I have seen oar fish, whales and dolphins. Ever since becoming a Marine Park the fish population has increased; even sharks come close to the coral reefs, especially near the Cantil (The Ledges). This Reef is the largest reef in Cabo Pulmo. It starts near the beach and it goes two miles out to sea, it is about 40 yards wide and shaped like fingers. Crowned predominantly by hard coral in Cabo Pulmo (The Elegant Coral) as well as other species of hard and soft coral, just like rolling hills in the country side, the elegant coral heads fuse together, forming caves at the edge of the reef for the dog snapper to hide in, as well as all kinds of invertebrates. Over the last two years I have noticed an increase in the shark population such as the hammerhead, 14
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white tip reef shark and migratory ones like the manta ray, and amber jacks. The deepest spot is 50 feet and from the top to the reef it's about 25 feet. This is a great site for all levels of SCUBA divers as well as good snorkeling.
L os Mor ros is a broken off reef almost right next to El Bajo. It's very attractive due to the large concentration of fish. It’s about 400 yards long and 50 feet deep, and sometimes when there's a very good current I like to dive the two sites consecutively, since they’re only about 20 yards apart. We also have a shipwreck with a sandy bottom called E l Venc e dor . It is said that in 1981 it hit a coral reef and slowly sank. What once was a 100foot wooden tuna boat is now a nice reef that is home to all kinds of marine life, such as the giant “jew fish,” as well as a large community of eels, puffers, garden eels and snappers. Every fall you'll see the “caballito” (baited fish) that comes to reproduce here; its like fish soup! This dive site is great for all levels of divers. For those divers that like the deep sea we have a dive site called the It's the deepest reef in this area: about 1000 yards long, 30 yards wide and 100 feet deep. There is very little coral, but it is host to a lot of the big fish like dog snapper, big groupers, and it’s the home for the “Tiburon Gata” (Nurse Shark). This is recommended only for the experienced divers.
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(Rock Island): this dive site is one of the most fun and interesting
DISCOVER sites due to the amount of sea fans and the variety of fish and life you can find on them. The boulder formations are great places for eels, pargos, octopus and the rare stone scorpion fish depending on the season, but there are times when the Big Eye Jacks come and hang here for a while; it's like a fish parade. Depth is 60 feet, good for all levels and great photo opps!
L a s C a sit a s: depth is 50 feet and it's suitable for all levels. This place is the only one in the entire Park with huge rocks, caves and crevices, and inside the rocks are the most beautiful cup coral around. Also, it's host to many different species of fish including the “frog fish” and I have occasionally seen Jew Fish. This fish weighs about 800 pounds and he/she likes to hang around inside the caves. The place is like a fish tank and on the sand you can see garden eels like no other place in the Baja. T he S e a l Lyon C olony : depth is 60 feet, good for all levels. It's fun to watch these beautiful mammals play. Spring being mating season is when they’re the most active. At times you'll encounter young pups that love to play with you; although the mothers sometimes don’t like it, the fathers don’t to seem to care about it. I have played with them on occasion, they like to take your snorkel and play with it like a stick. You can also find all kinds of angelfish and other tropical fish around, and if you’re lucky, you may see pilot whales and sailfish. Come on down and get wet! SE A SONS: Fall (Late September, October, November) Water temperature in the 80s and visibility is up to 100 feet. It’s the migratory time of the year for species such as Whale Shark, Pacific Giant Manta Ray, all kinds of mammals, and pelagic fish such as wahoo and sail fish. Winter (December, January, February) Water temperature is in the 70s and visibility is under 100 feet due to the northeast winds, but marine life nevertheless is amazing. Migration of species such as Humpback whales, orcas, blue whales, grey whales, sperm whales, small mantas by the hundreds and pelagic fish such as yellow fin tuna and groupers. Spring (March, April, May) Water temperature is in the mid 60s and visibility is around 40 feet or even as low as 15 feet due to the large concentration of plankton, but the marine life is abundant with eagle rays, eels, octopus, and more. Everybody comes to reproduce so you can find all the species that inhabit the Sea of Cortez, including the Whale Shark. Summer (June, July, August) Water temperature is in the mid 80s and visibility is 100 feet+, although you never know as it can change as low as 5 feet depending on hurricanes, but it’s the most comfortable and fun time of the year for diving and great for photography of species such as the Jew fish and huge schools of pelagic fish. It’s also the eel mating time of the year. *
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BAJA'S WILD SIDE by Alex Navarro – Eco-tourism expert
Did you know that there are over 400 varieties of mango trees in planet Earth? And estimates of over one thousand if you add all the hybridization varieties? The mango is so amazing and delicious I could not stop myself from writing about it.
fruit in 4 years, and keep producing for as long as 50 years or more. There are also mango trees that can be 300 to 400 years old and some specimens still bear fruit. Every summer mango trees bear fruit, but some varieties give double crops.
The mango is classified as a juicy stone fruit and belongs to the genus Mangifera Indica which are mainly tropical fruit trees. This genus belongs to the family of flowering plants Anacardiaceae. The mango is indigenous to India where it has been part of their diet for over 4000 years. It is related to the pistachio, cashew and plum trees. The origin of the word Mango comes from its Sanskrit name which is am, which in turn means provisions, and later there was an adaptation of the Tamil name for the mango fruit, mang-kay. Furthermore, in 1498 during the spice trade between Portugal and Kerala in Malaysia, the English word for mango originated from the Malaysian word māṅṅa or manga.
It is also the national fruit of India, Pakistan, and the Philippines and the national tree of Bangladesh. It is said that the Mughal emperor Akbar planted over 100,000 mango trees in Darbhanga, India. The goddess Ambika is always depicted sitting under a mango tree as well as the deity Ganesha is represented with a ripe mango in its hand, symbolizing the potential of attaining perfection.
The mango first spread from India all through Asia and the far east and then arrived in Acapulco, Mexico in 1775 when the Spanish galleons sailed their trade routes from the Philippines. After arriving in the Pacific coast of Mexico, it arrived one hundred years later in the Gulf of Mexico coast at the port of Veracruz coming from the British Antilles. The mango has been called the king of fruits for many reasons. It accounts for over 35% of the worldwide tropical fruit consumption, the tree can grow over 35 meters tall, bear
Here in Baja we are blessed to have an abundance of mangos in the summertime. Some varieties include Kent, Ataulfo also known as Manila. We also have mango Manzano, Criollo, Machete, Papayo and the outstanding Tempranero de Mayo which is ready early season, just to name the most well known and popular. Some great spots to find mango orchards nearby are San Jose del Cabo, Santa Anita, Santiago, Pescadero, San Pedrito and Todos Santos. Although there are countless thriving areas throughout Southern Baja. So when visiting Los Cabos don’t forget to get yourself some mangos. Besides being so savory they are very good for you as they have too many great nutritious and healing properties to list here. Now I am off to get a mango smoothie after all this mango talk! *
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WILDLIFE LOS CABOS
FISHING REPORT
All that’s fishy from Land's End to La Paz by Gary Graham
by Philipp Moser Naturalist and guide at Cabo Trek www.cabotrek.com
S e a tur t les p aradis e
Turtles are back in Cabo! There is a season for all of the different animals that inhabit Baja California Sur; now it's time for the Olive Ridley Turtles. In Baja we have the opportunity to see 6 out of the 7 species of sea turtles on the endless coastline of this region, but the “Golfina”, as it is called here in Mexico, is the most common one. For those who are into a true natural experience there's nothing better than a night under the stars walking along the beach while “working” as a volunteer for a good cause. You'll be amazed how good you will feel the day after. Turtles need our help! Many natural hazards are a threat and to make things worse, humans have developed a great interest in consuming their eggs. All of these factors combined add-up allowing only 1 out of 1,000 hatchlings to reach maturity. Our job is to make sure that at least the newly fresh laid eggs have a chance to make it, for this purpose we walk through the night in search of the
nests. We collect the eggs, which can be between 80 and 180 per nest, and relocate them to a safe spot waiting for the miracle of life. The whole experience is a great opportunity to make new friends while learning new aspects of Cabo's wildlife. The marine biologists leading the tours are very informative and fun as well! Starting in September things will get even more interesting as newborns start their fight for survival and you can be there to witness this moment and wish them good luck. The one you helped might be the one that one day will come back to lay its own eggs... We'll never know for sure, but it's a good dose of Karma. If you happen to be hear around November, chances are high to see Humpbacks breaching right in front of where we place our tent, so start planning your trip. Cabo is awesome year round and don't forget to choose a reputable company that will make the difference between an average and a wonderful experience. *
Jenn Skylar with her prize different “dog tooth snapper.” In the sportfishing world, HOT is a welcomed word in most circles and if you are in the Baja neighborhood, it’s a pretty good bet that “hot” is a frequently used adjective in your conversations. Thankfully, relief is close by -- AC, swimming pools, palapas on the beaches with welcomed afternoon breezes wafting across the immense Pacific Ocean or the Sea of Cortez. Of course another option, always have a cool one at hand. The recent Bisbee East Cape Offshore tournament definitely turned many heads for a variety of reasons. The three days’ fishing event targeting billfish, dorado and tuna attracted 65 teams with 429 anglers. Not bad for the first billfish event of 2016! However, there is much more. The teams caught 167 billfish: 1 black marlin, 112 blue marlin, 36 striped marlin, 14 sailfish, 1 dorado, 4 yellowfin tuna. Plus there were the 158 billfish that were released to be caught another day -- a remarkable achievement in the history of East Cape sportfishing. What a coincidence! That remarkable number of releases just happened to be in the same year that a new "Release Category" offering 1st, 2nd and 3rd cash prizes was added to the tournament! When Sherry McGettigan, long-time Baja resident and wife of Mike McGettigan, Sea Watch Founder, dedicated to a healthy Sea of Cortez since 1993, heard the news, she commented, “That gives me chills.” She was joined by Tim Simpson, editor/publisher of “Bluewater Boats & Sportfishing Magazine” in Australia who added. “Wow, sounds like a fabulous tournament. Well done to Wayne Bisbee for including the new category!” While fishing throughout our entire region has been hot, many agree it is a different kind of year. Large, even huge, yellowfin tuna have been showing up on the docks with some regularity. Yet dorado, one of our mainstays, is in very short supply. Dorado of any size have been scarce, and larger ones are even more rare. Roosterfish have dominated the inshore close to the beach from La Paz all the way to the tip of Cabo, with a number of the released fish weighing over 50 pounds. And joining those catches are the wahoo, prized for their taste, which have been unusually consistent since the first of the year. Other species that have become “normal” while being different are huge triggerfish, dog tooth snapper, cabrilla and even amberjack -- all great eating fish. Plus they are considered tough adversaries matched with the right tackle as well as colorful additions for those “grip and grin” photos. As summer begins drifting into fall, the heat will begin to dissipate. The fishing will begin to change as well. With all the different catches so far this year, it will definitely be interesting to see what critters show up as the weather and water cools. We can only wait and see…*
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WINE SPECTATOR gives Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Wine Spectator has recognized Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto for its outstanding wine program in the publication’s prestigious 2016 Restaurant Wine List Awards. Danzante Fine Dining, one of three restaurants at the resort, was recognized with one of the highest honors and a top destination for wine lovers. “On behalf of Wine Spectator, I’m thrilled to congratulate each and every award-winning restaurant. They should be very proud,” said Marvin R. Shanken, Wine Spectator’s editor and publisher. Wine Spectator began its program to recognize the world’s best wine lists in 1981. There are three levels: The Award of Excellence, the Best of Award of Excellence and the Grand Award. Danzante Fine Dining, an upscale steakhouse and seafood restaurant at Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, won an Award of Excellence for its large selection of quality wines from around the globe including exciting choices from Baja. “We’re honored that Danzante Fine Dining has been recognized by such a distinguished program,” said Owen Perry, co-owner and president of Villa Group. “At Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, we work hard to make all aspects of the resort exceptional for our guests. We want not one but all features and amenities of the resort to shine with the highest merit and this award is a reflection of those efforts.” The Award of Excellence recognizes restaurants whose wine lists feature a well-chosen assortment of quality producers along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style. With an inventory of 400 bottles of wine, Danzante Fine Dining offers an impressive selection of 90 different wines at moderate prices that provide the perfect amount of flare and flavor when paired with the restaurant’s fresh and authentic cuisine. Oscar Torres, Danzante Fine Dining’s sommelier of four years, looks locally to provide some of the best wines in the Baja region, as well as some of the finest wines from France, Italy, Chile, Argentina and the United States. The carefully
selected wine list includes labels such as Santo Tomas, Monte Xanic, Vino de Piedra and Valle de Guadalupe. Torres is onsite daily to ensure guests have the most ideal pairing. Danzante Fine Dining is open Monday through Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. and reservations are required. This prestigious award comes on the heels of the resort’s recent World Travel Awards recognition as Mexico and Central America’s Leading Resort and Mexico’s Leading Beach Resort. “We'd be happy to go back as the people in Loreto are amazing and it was a beautiful resort,” said Kathy, a guest at Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto. “I’ve never been somewhere where the staff was so nice and really going above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable!” This November, the resort will unveil its new 7,400yard Danzante Bay Golf Course, designed by Rees Jones, a world-renowned golf architect often referred to as the “The Open Doctor.” The Danzante Bay Golf Course is a true rarity, featuring a mix of stunning views and luscious green holes, including the breathtaking Hole 17, which Jones has praised as one of the best in the world. About Wine Spectator Wine Spectator is the world’s leading authority of wine. Anchored by Wine Spectator magazine, a print publication that reaches more than 3 million readers worldwide, the brand also encompasses the Web’s most comprehensive wine site (WineSpectator.com), mobile platforms and a series of signature events. Wine Spectator examines the world of wine form the vineyard to the table, exploring wine’s role in contemporary culture and delivering expert reviews of more than 18,000 wines each year. Parent company M. Shanken Comm., Inc. also publishes Cigar Aficionado, Whiskey Advocate, Market Watch, Shanken News Daily, and Shanken’s Impact Newsletter. * Everything you need to know about Baja Sur
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Imagine floating in a turquoise bay with pink sand, snorkelling with a whale shark or riding some epic waves, each beach offers something unique. Here is a list of the must-see beaches to help you decide which one is for you or just visit them all!
Cabo San Lucas Along the Corridor If you’re looking for the action, here it is. El Médano (as the locals call it) is a 2-mile stretch of hotels, restaurants and bars, right on the sand. It’s a swimmable and family-friendly beach with endless options for souvenir shopping. Numerous activities and water sports are available. If you want to take a water taxi to Lover’s Beach, this is the best spot to do it. Its stunning view of Land’s End and the vast entertainment options make this beach a must-see.
LAS VIUDAS
Las Viudas (The Widows) beach is not visible from the road and is possibly the most private beach you will find on this list. What makes it unique are the rock formations that create small pools and coves where you can have a private and peaceful beach day. This beach is swimmable with caution, but if you find your own pool you can avoid the waves. Location: Turn right at Km. 12.5 of the corridor and follow the dirt road down to the beach. There is a sign that reads “Las Viudas” but keep your eyes peeled; the entrance sneaks up on you. Tips: You won’t find any services or vendors so bring all your beach essentials with you.
tional Marine Preserve offers. This family-friendly beach is relatively secluded; therefore, you rarely run into beach vendors. However, the beach does have brand new bathrooms and palapas. Location: Travelling west from Cabo San Lucas towards San José, follow the sign which reads “Santa María” and exit the highway at Km. 13. Follow the dirt road until you reach the parking area. Tips: Swim from the shore towards the rocks on the right side of the beach for a great snorkeling experience.
San Jose del Cabo PALMILLA
CHILENO
Location: In the heart of downtown Cabo San Lucas. The beach is accessible by foot through the east side of the marina or via Avenida del Pescador. Tips: Be prepared to be approached by souvenir vendors. If you’re not there for the shopping, just respond with “No, gracias.” Prices don’t vary much from one water sports rental place to another. Visit Lover’s Beach while you’re there.
LOVER’S BEACH
Getting there is an adventure in itself, due to the fact that it is reachable only by boat or kayak. The easiest way is to take a water taxi from the Cabo San Lucas Marina or Medano Beach. Prices are around $15.00 USD per person. Ask your captain to cruise by the arch and the sea lion rock for some great photo opportunities. Once you arrive, you’ll notice the striking rock formations and caves. Walk to the other side of the rocks and you’ll find yourself looking at the Pacific Ocean; the locals call this Divorce Beach. This side is very dangerous for swimming because of the powerful undertow, so swim on Lover’s Beach only. Location: Land’s End beside the famous arch. This beach is accessible only by boat. Tips: There are a couple of vendors who offer beer and water, but you won’t find any other services. A good idea is to spend the day at Medano Beach and take an hour or two to go to Lover’s Beach; this should be time enough to explore this natural wonderland.
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Chileno is a very popular location for snorkelling, swimming or just spending the day under the newlyinstalled palapas. You’ll find tide pools at the east end of the beach and beautiful reefs offering excellent snorkelling and scuba diving. This is the only beach with public restrooms and it has plenty of palapas for shade. Location: Going from Cabo San Lucas towards San José, follow the signs for Chileno Beach Club near Km. 14 of the main highway. Tips: If you visit Chileno on a weekend, make an effort to arrive early; snorkelling visibility is often better in the mornings, you’ll avoid the mid-day snorkel tours and, if you beat the crowds, you’ll be guaranteed a palapa to yourself for much-needed shade. Bring snorkelling gear!
SANTA MARIA
Santa Maria offers a stunning horseshoe cove with coarse coral-colored sand and abundant marine life. Boat excursions and private charters often stop here to enjoy the snorkelling and scuba diving that this Na-
Palmilla beach is known for its family-friendly calm waters and a mile-long stretch of beach. Located within the resort community of Palmilla, you will find yourself surrounded by oceanfront luxury homes, the One&Only Hotel and the world renowned Jack Nicklaus Ocean Nine golf course. Pangas and fishing cruisers are available for charter, but you won’t find water sport rentals such as kayaks or jet skis. Location: Take the Palmilla ramp exit at Km. 27. Follow the signs and turn into the main beach parking area before the entrance to the One&Only Hotel. Tips: Palmilla is popular among local families on the weekends, so arrive early if you want a palapa, or bring your own umbrella. No services are available here.
COSTA AZUL
If what you’re looking for is a good surf spot you can find it here without driving out of town. Head over to Zipper’s for a surf session and lunch and beers at the restaurant. To the west of Zippers is Acapulquito beach where the Cabo Surf Hotel and Mike Doyle Surf School are located. You can find surf shops in the area where you can rent surf and
stand-up paddle boards and set up lessons. The surf is bigger during the summer, and in the winter this is a good spot for snorkelling and swimming. Location: Exit into the arroyo at Km. 28 via the Costa Azul Bridge. Tips: Swimming with caution is possible in this area but keep an eye out for surfers.
On the Pacific CERRITOS
Cerritos beach is a popular surf spot and swimming here is relatively safe. The scenic 45-minute drive from Cabo San Lucas is well worth the trip as you drive along the pristine Pacific coast. The Cerritos Beach Club Restaurant is a perfect spot to spend a relaxing day, maybe even get a massage on the beach. If you want to be active, you can take a surf lesson at Baja Surf Camp or rent surf and boogie boards at the Costa Azul Surf Shop. Location: Exit at Km. 66 of the Cabo San Lucas to Todos Santos Highway. Watch the markers and look for the signs. Drive about 1.7 miles to the beach area. Tips: Lounge chairs, restrooms, food and drinks are available at The Cerritos Beach Club Restaurant. The ocean currents are strong and the waves can be quite powerful on a big day, so swim with caution.
La Paz
BALANDRA
A stunning bay that will take your breath away. You can walk back and forth in the bay in waist high water that is crystal clear with shades of blue turquoise. Follow the shore towards the north-east side and you will find the famous “mushroom rock” as well as other interesting rock formations. Pictures just don’t do it justice. You won’t regret visiting Playa Balandra! Location: About 30 minutes from the boardwalk in La Paz. Simply follow the main drag along the boardwalk, then through Costa Baja Golf Course and continue to wind around the coast and through the mountains until you see the signs for the beach. Tips: No bathroom facilities. There is a truck where you can buy water and snacks, but it is recommended to bring your own in case they are closed. There are palapas, but not a lot. You can rent kayaks and snorkel gear.
Loreto
ISLA CORONADO
A wildlife reserve where visitors may anchor, snorkel, scuba and camp. The panga ride usually includes a cruise around the island where it’s very common to see sea lions, seals and even sea otters. The only swimmable beach on the island has pristine white sand and shallow crystal clear turquoise water, which creates ideal snorkelling conditions. Coronado Island is the ideal place for an adventure or to simply immerse yourself in nature and relax. Location: About 7 miles or 30 minutes (on boat) northeast of Loreto. Tips: To get to Coronado Island you must take a boat or a panga. You will find pangas in Loreto’s Marina that you can hire to take you. The best option is to ask your concierge to arrange this for you. There are no services or restaurants on the beach. There are several large palapas with tables and benches and also an eco-restroom. Bring hiking shoes if you plan to explore the area. Bring Snorkelling gear!
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ART&CULTURE POZOLE DE PUERCO ROJO Re d Po r k Po z ol e
By Tez Abbot - Follow this Los Cabos local on his healthy eating blog at www.chileandsalt.com
September is a time for celebrating in Mexico due to the fact that it's Mexican Independence Day. It's a common misconception in the U.S. that Cinco de Mayo, May 5, is Mexican Independence Day, but September 16 is the real date of the Mexican independence, which provides at least one more opportunity each year to celebrate Mexico. And a celebration is what we're planning with a traditional Mexican Pozole feast or more specifically Pozole de Puerco Rojo or Red Pork Pozole. Are you familiar with Pozole? If you're not you need to be... and soon! Pozole (which translates to hominy) has many variations. All variations include a base of cooked hominy in broth. The three main types of pozole are blanco/white, verde/green and rojo/red. White Pozole is the preparation without any additional green or red sauce. Green Pozole adds a rich sauce based on green ingredients, possibly including tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeños or serranos. Red Pozole is made without the green sauce, instead adding a red sauce made from one or more dried chiles, such as guajillo, ancho, morita or chipotle. This is my version and it's a party of flavors and textures for your senses. I could swim in the stuff not to mention eat it everyday if I didn't suffer from such a bad case of FADD (food attention deficit disorder). This soup/stew is crazy easy to make with pretty basic ingredients but the end result is nothing less than PHENOMENAL! In addition, this is the perfect meal for entertaining or feeding a large group. It can be made ahead of time and just heated up when it's time to serve. It`s actually better this way as the flavors get some more time to mix and meld. ENJOY!
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Here's what you'll need for your Pozole de Puerco Rojo/ Red Pork Pozole: Serves 6-8 For the Soup • Pork Shank- 2-3 lbs cut across the bone • Hominy- 2 25oz cans drained & rinsed • Garlic- 6-8 cloves peeled • White Onion- 1 roughly chopped • Bay Leaves- 4 • Water- 3 Quarts • Salt to taste For the Red Chile Sauce • Dried Guajillo Peppers- 4 seeds removed • Dried Ancho Peppers- 4 seeds removed • Dried Chipotle Peppers- 2 seeds removed • Dried Morita Peppers- 4 seeds removed • Garlic- 6 cloves peeled White Onion- 1 chopped • Dried Oregano (preferably Mexican)- 1 teaspoon • Canola or Vegetable Oil- 1-2 Tablespoons To Garnish • Lettuce or Cabbage- 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced or chopped • White Onion- 1 cup diced • Radishes- 1/2 cup thinly sliced • Limes- quartered • Avocado- 2 diced • Dried Oregano • Ground Chile Piquín or other ground hot chili • Tostadas 1. In a large stock pot add the pork, a chopped onion, the garlic, bay leaves & water. Bring to a simmer, cover & cook for about 2 hours until the pork is super tender. 2. Remove the meat & discard the bones & any excess sinewy fat. Chop or shred the pork. 3. Drain the hominy & rinse well. 4. Add the meat & hominy back to the broth & return to a simmer. 5. While the pork is getting all nice & tender make the red chile sauce. Seed the dried peppers & remove the stems. I'm using guajillo, ancho, morita & chipotle peppers but mix & match or use what you like or have. 6. Add enough hot water to cover the peppers & let sit about 20 minutes or until soft. 7. To the jar of a blender cup add the chile's with the reserved soaking water, 1 chopped onion, the garlic cloves, oregano & a pinch of salt. Give it a spin until the mixture is fairly smooth. 8. Heat a skillet with 1-2 tablespoons of canola or vegetable oil over medium heat. Add in the red chile sauce, stir & bring it to a simmer. Reduce heat to low & cook about 20 minutes stirring occasionally. 9. Add the chile sauce to your pozole pouring it through a fine mesh strainer. Use the back of a spoon to help push the sauce through. Discard the left over solids. 10. Give your Pozole de Puerco Rojo/ Red Pork Pozole a stir, taste & adjust the seasoning as needed. 11. Set out bowls & let your family & friends garnish to their hearts content.
TACO DE
PASTOR
CHALLENGE ! In Cabo San Lucas there are a few blocks known as Taco Row. The challenge is to try one pastor taco at each place and then pick your favorite! Taco Row is on Lazaro Cardenas street, between Los Milagros and Vicente Guerrero. Locals' favorite: order your pastor taco with piña pineapple. The combination of flavors is very unique.
PICANTE Mexicans like to put salsa on... pretty much everything. Fresh salsas go well with cooked food such as tacos, enchiladas, etc. For fresh seafood, bottled hot sauce is more commonly used. Locals' favorite: at most taco shops you can find avocado salsa, it's like guacamole and salsa in one! Habanero and chile de árbol are the hottest chillies. Do you have what it takes to try these?
GIVING BACK
Los Cabos
Nonprofit
ART & CULTURE
Organizations
- Compiled by Sabrina Lear
Amigos de Los Niños (Friends of the Children) Provides health care, medical consultations, clinics and assistance for special cases of severely ill and disabled children in Los Cabos. Tel: 624 144 3195 / adlncabo.org / Facebook: Amigos de los Niños de Cabo San Lucas, A.C. ASUPMATOMA Provides year-round nature tours and activities at Rancho San Cristóbal to assist its sea turtle monitoring/release and environmental education programs. Tel: (624) 143 0269 / Cell: 624 122 0777 / asupmatoma@hotmail.com / Facebook: Asupmatoma A.C The Bomberos Voluntarios (Volunteer Fire Department) rely on public funding to keep Los Cabos safe. CSL Volunteer Fire Department Tel: 624 143 3577 / Facebook: Cuerpo de Bomberos de Cabo San Lucas SJD Volunteer Fire Department Tel: 624 142 2466 / Facebook: H. Cuerpo de Bomberos Voluntarios de San Jose Del Cabo Building Baja's Future Provides post secondary scholarships and mentorship to young adults in Los Cabos. Cell: 624 355 4314 / buildingbajasfuture.org / Facebook: buildingbajasfuture Casa Hogar de Cabo San Lucas A loving home for more than 30 boys and youths who are orphaned or from troubled homes. Tel: 624 123 1285 / www.casahogarcabo.com / Facebook: Casa Hogar de Cabo San Lucas A.C. NEW Club de Abuelos San Miguel (Cabo Senior Center) CSL's only nonprofit center providing at-risk seniors with food, healthcare, activities and community outreach to improve living conditions. www.caboseniorcenter.com / Facebook: Cabo Senior Center Gente Joven Por Un Cambio (Young People for Change) A unique development program helping Los Cabos youth create social change in their communities. www.gentejovenac.org / Facebook: Gente Joven Por Un Cambio A.C. Solmar Foundation Funds Los Cabos nonprofits and provides a free twice weekly "Helping Hands" tour to CSL’s
San Juan Diego Shelter, Cabo Senior Center, Casa Hogar and Niños del Capitan. info@solmarfoundation.com / solmarfoundation.com / Facebook: Solmar Foundation / English Liga M.A.C. (Mexican Canadian American League) Dedicated to helping low-income families and individuals in crisis in San Jose del Cabo through Basic Needs, Educational Support and Medical Assistance programs. Tel: 624 120 1060 / www.ligamac.org / Facebook: Liga MAC A.C. Los Cabos Children's Foundation Supports pediatric oncology, cardiology and intensive care programs and assists local non-profit organizations that are improving the quality of life of BCS children. Cell: 624 157 3851 / loscaboschildren.org / Facebook: Los Cabos Children's Foundation A.C. Los Cabos Humane Society The LCHS relies solely on private funding to provide spay-neuter, animal rescue, adoption and education services to the Los Cabos community. CSL Animal Center Cell: 624 129 8346 / loscaboshumanesociety.com / Facebook: Los Cabos Humane Society Los Niños del Capitán (The Captain's Children) Serving 100 low-income children ages one to 10 with day-care, certified preschool, elementary school support and dental and medical care in CSL’s Mesa Colorada area. Tel: 624 173 3807 / losninosdelcapitan. com / Facebook: Los Niños del Capitán, A. C. Mobilize Mankind Opening a door of access to the world for children with physical challenges and limited resources by providing orthopedic equipment, assistive technology, therapy and treatment in Los Cabos and BCS. info@mobilizemankind.org / mobilizemankind.org / Facebook: Mobilize Mankind Red Autismo (Autism Network) Provides early evaluation and intervention, therapy, education and guidance to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Los Cabos. Cell: 624 166 8186 / info@redautismo.org / Facebook: Red Autismo Foundation Sarahuaro Sarahuaro's Centers for the Development of Women offer a variety of classes and job training in Los Cabos' most impoverished areas. Cell: 624 122 4955 / sarahuaro.org / Facebook: Sarahuaro, A.C.
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By Sabri
y first taste of México’s Independence Day came in Canada at the age of seven with Alberto, my Mexican classmate. I then learned about Padre Miguel Hidalgo and el grito de Dolores (the cry of Dolores), his call to arms against New Spain, launching the Mexican War of Independence. It would be years before I witnessed my first live el grito in San José del Cabo, when our municipal president reenacted the cry as the bell rang out and the crowd roared “Viva México! Viva la Independencia!” México celebrates its Independence Day by commemorating Hidalgo’s cry in the early hours of September 16, 1810 from the town of Dolores, Guanajuato. Unlike Canada and the United States, where Canada Day and July 4 are celebrated as the birth of new nations, México’s independence would not arrive for 11 long years. On August 24, 1821 General Agustín de Iturbide and the Spanish crown signed the Treaty of Cordoba. And finally, in 1823 after 300 years of harsh and oppressive Spanish rule, México became a republic. The reenactment of Miguel Hidalgo’s el grito actually takes place on the night of September 15 at 11 p.m. The most spectacular sight is in the capital, festooned with thousands of lights and banners in the colors of Mexico’s red,
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white and green flag. Citizens assemble at the vast Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución) fronting the National Palace where the president recites el grito, rings Hildalgo’s original bell and waves the majestic flag. Heroes are named … Long live Hidalgo! Long live Morelos! Long live Josefa Ortíz de Dominguez! Long live Allende! Long live Aldama and Matamoros! Viva México! The roar of the crowd is deafening, the enthusiasm irresistibly contagious. (Meanwhile, across the country, state governors and municipal presidents are performing their own ceremonies.) After the national anthem, el grito reaches a grand finale with patriotic bursts of red, white and green fireworks. While it’s also performed in Cabo San Lucas, the best place to experience el grito is in historic San José del Cabo, where Jesuits founded the Misión de San José del Cabo Añuití in 1730. Fireworks also take place in both towns; in San Lucas catch the spectacular display from Medano Beach. Our municipal government holds an official ceremony to kick off El Mes de la Patria (month of the homeland) in early September but the first sign to visitors that something’s up is the steady proliferation of colorful Mexican flags for sale on beaches and street corners. Soon, the “red, white and green” is everywhere. Decorations go up at the
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Municipal Palace, Plaza Míjares, and Boulevard Míjares in San José and at Plaza Leon Cota Collins and the main streets of Cabo San Lucas. Celebrations begin the week of September 16 with concerts, competitions, and sporting and cultural events. Folkloric and modern dance, traditional music and rock bands contrast the odes to tradition with modern México. This year there’ll be a Sierreño contest for young musicians to encourage traditional Mexican music. Sierreño is a genre of Norteño and traditionally uses two guitars and a tuba or accordion. La Reina de fiestas patrias (queen of the national holiday) is crowned earlier in the week and is on hand for the 15th, and the 16th’s patriotic parades. El Charreada (Mexican rodeo) opens on September 14, El Día del Charro, the day of the horsemen. Suited charros in wide brimmed sombreros perform nine events of horsemanship before the escaramuza, the final and only event for women. Riding sidesaddle and costumed in 19th century-style dresses, it’s said to symbolize women’s role as “Adelitas” who—among other feats of bravery— acted as decoys on horseback during the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920. El Mes de la Patria commemorates other notable events in México’s history. The
13th, Día de los Niños Héroes, honors the six young teenage cadets who died defending México City’s Chapultepec Castle during the 1847 U.S. invasion of México. And, on September 30, México honors the birth date of Padre José María Morelos, who replaced Hildago after his death in July 1811. Morelos continued the fight until his execution in 1815. While El Mes de la Patria honors México’s independence and its many heroes, it’s also a time for celebration with fiestas and traditional cuisine. Don’t miss México’s delicious patriotic dish, Chile en Nogada (chile in walnut sauce). Created in 1821 by nuns in Puebla for Agustín de Iturbide, it was served on August 28, Iturbide’s Saint Day. Made of a poblano chili pepper, stuffed with a savory pork picadillo, it’s served smothered in a sauce of fresh cheese, cream, sherry, and pureed walnuts. Pomegranate seeds and parsley adorn the top. The green pepper and parsley, white sauce, and red seeds represent the colors of the new Mexican flag. El Mes de la Patria is an exciting and festive time to be in Los Cabos. For information on what’s up, visit Destino’s event pages, ask a local, or check with your Concierge. Special thanks to Alégria Gómez of El Corcho for contributing to this story. ¡Viva México! *
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT EC LE C T IC AR RAY
Eclectic Array is a specialty boutique in downtown Cabo San Lucas that works with artisans and designers across Mexico to create unique quality gifts and souvenirs. Carrying everything from swimwear, hats, clothing, fun vintage Mexico T-shirts, fabulous bags and clutches, jewelry, huichol threaded skulls, hand woven dog collars and more – they have something for everyone! Eclectic Array's mission is embracing artisans to create unique handmade products, connect artisans with consumers, and transform lives around the world. Their products were sought out from travels across the different regions of Mexico to bring together a collection of the best of the best that Mexico has to offer. A true showcase of items with some traditional Mexican artistry that has been modernized in fashion so it is fitting no matter where you live – you can take home a piece of Mexico to add to your memories. Eclectic Array believes in creating and offering fair trade, beautifully crafted items for tourists and locals alike that are affordable and make people happy – as they have so many wonderful things to take home with you as a souvenir or as a gift for a friend or someone back home (don’t forget about mom, your kids, the dog sitter, etc). Eclectic Array is located in downtown Cabo San Lucas between Dairy Queen and Nick San. You can also buy products online at www.EclecticArray.com and be sure to follow them on Instagram @eclecticarray and check them out at: facebook.com/myeclecticarray.
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LOS CABOS HALF MARATHON
ARE YOU MISSING YOUR YOGA PRACTICE ON YOUR VACATION? by Michelle Monroy
A message from Blanca Madrid de Buckley / Owner Cabo Fitness Club and Co Director Cabo Races: For the past three years, we have been the proud organizers of Los Cabos 21k .... Los Cabos Half Maraton, as well as other successful races. We are a team that is committed to organizing quality events to benefit the local community by bringing runners together from all over the wold. We are very grateful for the unconditional support from our governments as well as from our sponsors: Banorte, Cabo Fitness Club, Volaris airline, Sun Realties International Properties, Saint Luke's Medical Center, and of course, a big thank you to Destino Magazine. Los Cabos 21k offers the most scenic route of Mexico. Come and Run in paradise February 2017. For information: (624) 105.9600
Going on vacation doesn't mean that you have to take a vacation from your yoga practice. Those of us who practice yoga on a regular basis know that after some time goes by without it, we begin to miss it. Every time I go somewhere I look-up nearby yoga studios, and even if I often don't go and I just end-up giving my body a nice little break, it's always nice to know what options are available. If you can relate, I have good news: in Los Cabos you have great options for yoga. Many resorts have yoga classes or you can contact your concierge for an in-room/villa private session. There are several professional studios that offer an extensive variety of types of yoga, from restorative and vinyasa (www.umayogacabo.com) to kundalini and aerial yoga (www.manoma.com) to ashtanga and bikram in a cutting-edge infrared heated room (cabohotyoga.com.mx). If you happen to be here on a full moon, don't miss the full moon yoga sessions at El Ganzo Beach Club Garden (www.namastelaondantural.com).
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OH, MY ACHING BACK! By Robyn Littlewood, The Moduvated Team Corrective Exercise Specialist
80% of U.S. Citizens will experience back pain in their life, a staggering and sobering statistic. For those of us who experience back pain, we know just how debilitating it can be. When your back hurts, it's hard to think about anything else. It can really take the joy out of life. Unfortunately, because of the way our symptom-based medical system approaches back pain, most of us will not find any permanent relief. Here is a common scenario we hear: You go to the lower back doctor complaining of pain. The doctor is only licensed to deal with lower backs, so he doesn't look at your feet or ankles or hips. He does an expensive MRI of your lower back. He doesn't see anything on the X-ray because it's probably originating from your foot position. He injects you with cortisone or worse, he gives you pain killers, which numbs your pain signal. You do more damage to yourself because you can't feel your body speaking to you. Finally, they decide you must need an operation, which causes scar tissue, more immobility, more movement compensations and more pain. We are not saying that surgery and drugs are always unnecessary. But before you give up on feeling good or resort to surgery or drugs, please give Corrective exercise a try. What is it? In a nutshell, most lower back pain is a result of overactive and under-active muscles and a lack of mobility caused by chronic movement patterns. Corrective Exercise Specialists use simple movement tests that reveal your biomechanical tendencies. These tests take only a few minutes and accurately identify what muscles we need to help you release and stretch and which ones you need to strengthen and activate. We also teach people how to use self myofascial release techniques on muscles (myo) that are "stuck" on connective tissues (fascia). This technique has been very effective in helping people reduce chronic pain. For more information on Corrective Exercise or to schedule a pain free living assessment see us at www.moduvated.com or email robynlittlewood@yahoo.com
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2016 Día de Los Niños Heroes
Día de Los Niños Héroes is a special civic holiday in Mexico that honors the six young heroes who died in 1847, while defending Mexico City's Chapultapec Castle during the Mexican-American War. In English the holiday is known as; ''Day of the Heroic Kids.'' Los Niños Heroes, were six Mexican teenage military cadets who fought bravely against the gringo troops led by United States of America General Winfield Scott. In a historic, legendary act of bravery, 15 year old Juan Escutia, is reported to have jumped off the top of the castle, with he national flag of Mexico wrapped around him, in order to keep it from falling into the hands of the enemies from north of the border. The six heroic lads were Juan de la Barrera (age 19) Juan Escutia (age 15) Francisco Márquez (age 13) Agustín Melgar (age 16) Fernando Montes de Oca (age 17) and Vicente Suárez (age 14). Chapultepec Castle was defended by Mexican troops and cadets under the command of Nicolas Bravo. The greatly outnumbered defenders battled General Scott's troops for about two hours before General Bravo ordered retreat. The six cadets however, refused to fall back and fought to the death. Per Wikipedia, the bodies of the six youths were buried on the grounds of Chapultepec Park. On March 5, 1947, a few months before the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Chapultapec Castle, United States President, Harry S. Truman said, "Brave men don't belong to any one country. I respect bravery wherever I see it." An honorable praise the U.S. President shared when answering a question by a reporter as to why Truman had gone south into Mexico to visit the monument.
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Charro Day
The Day of the Charro is celebrated on September 14, which throughout history has always been overshadowed by the fiestas, fireworks, speeches, and all night celebrations of Mexico's September 16 Independence Day. In Mexico, a Charro is a not only a cowboy but a gentleman. A horse riding cavalier skilled in rope twirling, calf throwing, and gallant horse-trotting maneuvers. Being a Charro, is a tradition that is passed from one generation to the next. A young girl or woman Charro is known in Spanish as an Escaramuza. ''Charreadas'' are very similar to American rodeos north of the border, except that while cowboys in the USA are paid for their rope, and riding performances, Charros in Mexico, do it as a respectful honor to the sport. San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas have joined major cities like Guadalajara, Mexico City, Aguascalientes, Zacatecas, Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco, and Cancun in recognizing and celebrating their horsemen dressed in beautifully decorated jackets, along with the equally colorfully dressed women, who will parade through town beginning at 10:00 am with festivities taking place all day in honor of such a traditional part of Mexican culture that includes bullfights, calf roping, Mexican food and dancing. 30
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El Grito de Dolores (The Cry of Dolores)
The War of Independence in Mexico officially began on Saturday, September 15, 1810 when Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a priest, rang the church bell in the City of Dolores, Guanajuato, and cried out to the townspeople to take up arms and rise in rebellion against the Spanish Crown, which had ruled Mexico since the days the Conquest of the Aztec Nation by Hernan Cortes on August 23, 1521. The day before Mexican Independence Day, Los Cabos celebrates El Grito de Dolores with an emphatic reenactment speech commemorating ''El Grito/Cry of Dolores'' before the revelry and festivities begin. In San Lucas, the celebration takes place at the Deportivo Municipal, which is the huge sports complex at the intersection of Highway 19 to Todos Santos. The annual fireworks, and live music performances begin at 10:00 pm and continue into the wee hours of the night, with food and beer vendors available on site. In San Jose del Cabo, the identical celebration takes place in the downtown central plaza in front of the historic Catholic Church.
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Mexican Independence Day
Mexico's 4th of July Independence Day is September 16; a federal holiday observed nationwide. In both Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, there will be a parade, a colorful procession of carnival floats, followed by speeches, mariachi performers, and other live bands and musical entertainment. In San Jose del Cabo, there will also be a rodeo and bullfights at the rodeo ring located in front of the city's fire department. The festivities in Cabo San Lucas all take place at the Deportivo Municipal, which is at the crossroads of town at the corner of where everyone takes the highway towards Todos Santos. A few hundred meters from the new Mega and the Chedraui. It is undoubtedly one of the biggest local celebrations of the year. While many tourists might be under the impression that Cinco de Mayo is Mexico's Independence Day, the truth is that May 5th is the celebration of a battle that took plac in 1862 near the city of Puebla during the French intervention in Mexico. The battle ended in a victory for the Mexican Army over the occupying French forces. September 16th in Mexico is the equivalent of the USA's 4th of July. And since it actually starts with El Grito de Dolores the night before, Mexican Independence Day September 16, is actually a two day, two night affair.
SEPT 28 - OCT 2
Casting 4 Souls Shoe Give Away Tournament
The Casting for Souls shoe give away and tournament, held at the Palmas De Cortez Hotel in Los Barriles is the proud but humble fishing community tournament which join forces with local non-profit agencies to provide thousands of shoes and clothing to the East Cape region of Baja California Sur. The two day fishing competition has been a long-time low-key event that assists those in the area who are less fortunate. The shoe and t-shirt give away will be held on Saturday October 1st. If you would like to be a part of this extraordinary event, please contact Jack at fishersofmenwestcoast@gmail.com. Donations, sponsors and volunteers are very much needed and are an integral part that continue to make this special event possible.
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LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULES by Marilyn Graham
Many music venues are closed in September, so please confirm music by phone if possible. Most live music venues will return in October, 2016.
CABO SAN LUCAS
Mondays CABO WABO - Sammy Hagar’s legendary night-club. Music Monday through Sunday. 624.143.1188. JUNGLE BAR - 10:30-2:00 am. Ajimoto, Rock. Tel. 624-142-7401. MARIA CORONA – 7:30-10:00 PM, Trio Los Principes. 143.1111. MI CASA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Los Romanticos de Los Cabos, Mexican music. Tel. 624-143-1933. PUERTA VIEJA RESTAURANT - pianist Jose Antonio. 7:00 pm. Tel. 624-104-3334. TWO FOR THE ROAD - 8:00 pm- 12:00, Live Jazz nightly Vocalist Kathy Daniels & Marty (Montana), Hotel Tesoro. Local A-15. 143-7759. Tuesdays BAR ESQUINA - 8:00 pm. “Mala Rumba”, Flamenco Guitars. 624.143.1889. CABO WABO - Sammy Hagar’s legendary night-club. Music Monday through Sunday. 624.143.1188. DESPERADOS – 7:00-9:45 pm. Guitarist Cuervo, 624.143.4313. EDITHS’S RESTAURANT - Traditional Mexican music every night 6:00-10:00 pm Tel. 624.143.0801. MANGO DECK CABO – 7:30 pm. Tribu Jazz Quintet. Tel 624-1444919. JUNGLE BAR - 10:30-2:00 am. Ajimoto, Rock. Tel. 624-142-7401. MARIA CORONA – 7:30-10:00 PM, Trio Los Principes. 143.1111. MI CASA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Los Romanticos de Los Cabos, Mexican music. Tel. 624-143-1933. PUERTA VIEJA RESTAURANT - pianist Jose Antonio. 7:00 pm. Tel. 624-104-3334. TWO FOR THE ROAD - 8:00 pm. Live Jazz Spot. Montana, keyboard, and vocalist Kathy Daniels. Wyndham Hotel. Local A-15. Closed Sundays and Mondays. 624.143.7759 or 624.132.2282 Wednesdays BAR ESQUINA - 8:00 pm. “Totoy”, Soft Rock. 624.143.1889. CABO WABO - Sammy Hagar’s legendary night-club. Music Monday through Sunday. 624.143.1188. JUNGLE BAR - 10:30-2:00 am. Ajimoto, Rock. Tel. 624-142-7401. MARIA CORONA – 7:30-10 PM. Trio Los Principes. 143.1111. MI CASA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Los Romanticos de Los Cabos, Mexican music. Tel. 624-143-1933. PUERTA VIEJA RESTAURANT - Pianist Fernando Lopez. 7:00 pm. Tel. 624-104-3334. SOLOMON’S LANDING – 7:00-10:00pm, Luna Itzel. 624.143.3050. TANGA TANGA SPORTS BAR – 7:00 pm, Brian Flynn. TWO FOR THE ROAD - 8:00 pm. Live Jazz Spot. Montana, keyboard, and vocalist Kathy Daniels. Wyndham Hotel. Local A-15. 624.143.7759 or 624.132.2282. TWO FOR THE ROAD - 8:00 pm- 12:00, Live Jazz nightly Vocalist Kathy Daniels & Marty (Montana), Hotel Tesoro. Local A-15. 143-7759. Thursdays BAR ESQUINA - 8:00 pm. “Chaplin” Acoustic Rock. 624.143.1889. BAJA BREWERY , Cabo Villas 7:30-10:30 pm, Tel. 143-9199 to confirm live music. CABO WABO - Sammy Hagar’s legendary night-club. Music Monday through Sunday. 624.143.1188. CAPTAIN TONY’S RESTAURANT BAR – 7:00-10:00 pm, Pura Vida. Tel. 624-143-6797. COMMON TABLE – 7:00-10:00 pm, live music, 143.5114. JUNGLE BAR - 10:30-2:00 am. Ajimoto, Rock. Tel. 624-142-7401. LA PALAPA – 8:00-11:00 pm, Brian Flynn. MARIA CORONA – 7:30-10:00 pm. Trio Los Principes. 143.1111. MI CASA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Los Romanticos de Los Cabos, Mexican music. Tel. 624-143-1933. PUEBLO BONITO SUNSET, La Frida– Diego Ramirez on piano nightly except Tuesdays. PUERTA VIEJA RESTAURANT - Pianist Jose Antonio. 7:00 pm. Tel. 624-104-3334. PUNTA BALLENA – 8:00-10:00 pm, Totoy. RESTAURANT TORO, at Punta Ballena – 8:00-10:00, Totoy.
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TWO FOR THE ROAD - 8:00 pm- 12:00, Live Jazz nightly Vocalist Kathy Daniels & Marty (Montana), Hotel Tesoro. Local A-15. 143-7759. TORO LATIN KITCHEN & BAR – 7:00-10:00, 624.104.3806. “Totoy”. Fridays BAJA BREWERY, Cabo Villas. 7:30-10:30pm. Tel 624-1439191 to confirm. BAR ESQUINA - 8:00 pm. “Totoy” Soft Rock. 624.143.1889. CABO WABO - Sammy Hagar’s legendary night-club. Music Monday through Sunday. 624.143.1188. CLUB CASCADAS – 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Luna Itzel, Mexican Fiesta. 624.143.1882 or 143.0307. DE CORTEZ GRILL & RESTAURANT, Sheraton Hacienda del Mar. 7:00-10:00 pm. Daryl Currie, jazz. 624.145.8000. EDITHS’S RESTAURANT - Traditional Mexican music every night 6:00-10:00 pm 624.143.0801. JUNGLE BAR - 10:30-2:00 am. Ajimoto, Rock. Tel. 624-1427401. LA PALAPA – 7:00-8:00 PM, Brian Flynn. LATITUDE 22 ROADHOUSE - 7:00-10:00 pm. 624.143.1516. Petter Bacon returns in the fall. MARIA CORONA – 7:30-10:00 pm, Trio Los Principes. 143.1111. MI CASA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Los Romanticos de Los Cabos, Mexican music. Tel. 624-143-1933. ME CABO, THE ROSE BAR, 10:00PM-midnight, Saturdays except August 27th. Daline Jones & Diego Ramirez. Tel. 624-144-2222. PUERTA VIEJA RESTAURANT - Pianist Fernando Lopez. 7:00 pm. Tel. 624.104-3334. SOLOMON’S LANDING – 7;00-10:00pm. KY4, classic rock & dance music. 624.143.3050. TANGA TANGA SPORTS BAR - 7:00 pm. THE OFFICE - 6:30-9:30 pm. Live Fusion. 624.143.3464. (closed from August 15-October 1). TWO FOR THE ROAD - 8:00 pm- 12:00, Live Jazz nightly Vocalist Kathy Daniels & Marty (Montana), Hotel Tesoro. Local A-15. 143-7759. Saturdays BAJA BREWERY ROOFTOP CABO – 8:00 – 11:00, Tel 624.143.9199. to confirm. BAR ESQUINA - 8:00 pm. Saturday, “Totoy” Soft Rock. 624.143.1889. CABO MARINA - "La Silla Turca." 624.144-3805. CABO LOUNGE BAR – 8:00 pm. CABO WABO - Sammy Hagar’s legendary night-club. Music Monday through Sunday. 624.143.1188. CASA DORADA – 12 Tribes. 7:00 pm. Pericu Jazz Trio. Tel. 624-163-5764. CAPTAIN TONY’S RESTAURANT BAR – 7:00-10:00 pm, Pura Vida. Tel. 624-143-6797. COMMON TABLE – 7:00-10:00 pm, Guitarist Chaplin, 143-5114. JUNGLE BAR - 10:30-2:00 am. Ajimoto, Rock. Tel. 624-1427401. LA PALAPA RESTAURANT – 7:00 – 8:00 PM. Brian Flynn. MARIA CORONA-7:30-10:00 pm, Trio Los Principes. 143.1111. MI CASA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Los Romanticos de Los Cabos, Mexican music. Tel. 624-143-1933. PUERTA VIEJA RESTAURANT, La Frida - 7:00-9:00 pm. Cuban Band. 624.104.3334. ROMEO & JULIETA – 7:30 pm. Arturo Ramirez on violin. Tel. 624-143-0225. TWO FOR THE ROAD - 8:00 pm- 12:00, Live Jazz nightly Vocalist Kathy Daniels & Marty (Montana), Hotel Tesoro. Local A-15. 143-7759. Sundays BAR ESQUINA - 8:00 pm. Sunday, “Kimbara” Bolero guitar. 624.143.1889. CASA DORADO – 12 Tribes. 7:00 pm. Pericu Jazz Trio. Tel. 624-163-5764. JUNGLE BAR - 10:30-2:00 am. Ajimoto, Rock. Tel. 624-1427401. MARIA CORONA-7:30-10:00 pm. Trio Los Principes. 143.1111. MI CASA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Los Romanticos de Los Cabos, Mexican music. Tel. 624-143-1933. PUERTA VIEJA RESTAURANT - Rosalia de Cuba y pianist
Fernando Lopez. 7:00 pm. Tel. 624.104-3334.
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Mondays DON SANCHEZ CANTINA – Howie Clifton on saxophone 624.142.2444. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, UVA Restaurant, 7:15-10:00pm, Los Lobos de Mexico, Mexican Night. 624.163.7600. TROPICANA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Mariachi music. Tel. 624142-4146. ZIPPERS – Jesse on guitar, Mexican & American music, rock, Tel. 624.172.6162. Tuesdays CASA NATALIA - 624.142.5100 to check for music. DON SANCHEZ CANTINA – Jonathan Rubildaba on guitar624.142.2444. FLORA’S FARM – "The Shamans", Classic Rock. 7:00-10:00 pm. 624.355.4564. THE GRAND MAYAN LOS CABOS, Samba Restaurant. 6:309:30pm. Vocalist Jil, pop music. Tel. 624.163.4000. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Cafe des Artistes, Poly Herrera on piano. - 7:15-10:00 pm. ROCK & BREWS - 9:00-12:00 various bands Tel.624-1052705 ZIPPERS – Jesse on guitar, Mexican & American music, rock Tel. 624.172.6162. Wednesdays CUBAN CIGAR SHOP – Tel. 624-146-9117. DON SANCHEZ CANTINA – Alberto on saxophone 624.142.2444. FLORA’S FARM - Howie Clifton", Saxophone 7:00-10:00 pm. 624.355.4564. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Cafe des Artistes, Poly Herrera on piano. 7:15-10:00 pm. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, NAK Grill, 7:1510:00pm, 624.163.7600. THE GRAND MAYAN LOS CABOS, Blue Fish Restaurant, 6:309:30pm. Live salsa music. Tel. 624.163.4000. TROPICANA – 7:00-10:00, Kimbara, Spanish music. Tel. 624-142-4146. ZIPPERS – call 624.172.6162. Thursdays AY AY AY – 7:00-10:00 pm, Mexican music & karaoke bar. 142-0744 or 142-0234. BAJA BREWING COMPANY – Tel. 624-142-1292 to confirm. DON SANCHEZ CANTINA – Jonathan Rubildaba on guitar624.142.2444. DREAMS = 7:00-10:00 pm, Vocalist Jimena Bautista, Tel. 624-145-7600. FLORA’S FARM - - Todos Santos Jazz Band 7:00-10:00 pm. 624.355.4564. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Cafe des Artistes, Poly Herrera on piano. - 7:15-10:00 pm. 624.163.7600. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Niparaya Bar, Ruben Martin on acoustic guitar, sax, flute, vocals , 7:15-10:00 pm. 624.163.7600. L’OSTERIA –8:00-10:30 PM Mala Rumba (flamingo, salsa); 11:30-2:00 AM Naco Pop. Tel. 146.9696. MOLLY’S – 6:30 pm Tel. 624.142.0744. SKY BAR BARCELO GRAND FARO – 10:00pm – 12:30am.. Tel 624.142.9292. SYRIACCUS BAR - 624.142.3939. TROPICANA – 7:00-10:00 PM, Kimbara, Spanish music. Tel. 624-142-4146. ZIPPERS – call 624.172.6162. Fridays AY AY AY - 7:00-10:00 Salsa, & karaoke bar. 142-0744. Or 142-0234. BAJA BREWING COMPANY - Tel. 624-142-1292 to cofirm. CUBAN CIGAR SHOP – Tel. 624-146-9117. BAJA BREWING COMPANY - Downtown San José del Cabo. 624.146.9995. DON SANCHEZ CANTINA – 7:00-10:00pm, Coronado on guitar - 624.142.2444. FLORA’S FARM - Monique vocals and Daryl Currie on guitar, 7:00-10:00 pm. 624.355.4564. FRENCH RIVIERA BAKERY & CAFÉ – Call 624.142.3350. THE GRAND MAYAN LOS CABOS, Samba Restaurant. 6:309:30pm. Vocalist Jil, pop music. Tel. 624.163.4000. JAZZ TAPAS BAR - 624.130.7257. Call for schedule.
For additions or corrections to this schedule, please email marilynmgraham@hotmail.com
JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Cafe des Artistes, Poly Herrera on piano. - 7:15-10:00 pm. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, NAK Grill, 7:15-10:00pm. 624.163.7600. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Niparaya Bar, 7:15-10:00pm, Randy Leach on guitar, Marco Tulio on bass. 624.163.7600. H RESTAURANT - 7:00 - 10:00 pm. Hugo “saxo” Moreno, Saxophone. 624.105.2974. L’OSTERIA - 7:00-10:00 PM guitarist Cuervo; 11:30-2:00 AM Naco Pop. Tel. 624.146.9696.ROCK & BREWS – 9:00-12:00, various bands. Tel. 624-105-2705 SECRETS PUERTO LOS CABOS– 7:00-10:00 pm, Vocalist Jimena Bautista. Tel. 624-144-2600. TROPICANA – 7:00-10:00 pm. Kimbara, Spanish music. Tel. 624142-4146 or 624-142-2311. VILLA VALENTINA Tel. 624.142.6612. ZIPPERS – Easy Davis, rock n roll. Tel. 624-172-6162. Saturdays AY AY AY – 7:00-10:00 pm, Mariachis & karaoke bar. 142-0744 or 142-0234. BAJA BREWING COMPANY - Tel. 624-142-1292 to cofirm. DON SANCHEZ CANTINA – 7:00-9:00 pm. Alberto on guitar 624.142.2444 FLORA’S FARM - "The Shamans" Classic Rock 7:00-10:00 pm. 624.355.4564. H RESTAURANT - 7:00 - 10:00 pm. Ruben Martin, guitar, saxophone, flute. 624.105.2974. JAZZ TAPAS BAR - 624.130.7257. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Cafe des Artistes, Poly Herrera on piano. - 7:15-10:00 pm. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Niparaya Bar, Ruben Martin on acousic guitar, sax, flute, vocals. 7:15-10:00 pm. 624.163.7600. LA PATRONA RESTAURANT – 7:00-10:00 pm. David Flores on guitar. Tel. 624.142.1552. L’OSTERIA – 7:00-10:00 PM guitarist Cuervo; 10:30-1:30 AM Monique. 624-146-9696. NICK SAN - 7:00-10:00 PM, Randy Leach on guitar and Marco Tulio on bass, Tel 624-144-6263. ROCK & BREWS – 9:00-12:00, various bands. Tel. 624-105-2705. ROYAL SOLARIS LOS CABOS – 7:00-10:00 pm. Vocalist Jimena Bautista. SHOOTERS SPORTS BAR –Tel. 146.9900. SKY BAR BARCELO GRAND FARO – 10:00 pm-12:30 pm, Karla Kassaneth on vocals. THE GRAND MAYAN LOS CABOS, Samba Restaurant. 6:30-9:30pm. Vocalist Luna Itzel, Mexican music. Tel. 624.163.4000. TROPICANA - 7:00-10:00 pm. Mariachi music. Tel. 624.142.4146 or 624.142.2311. ZIPPERS – call 624.172.6162. Sundays DON SANCHEZ CANTINA – Violeta Regney on violin - 624.142.2444. FLORA’S FARM – Brunch 10:00-2:00 pm, T’s Jazz Band from Todos Santos, 624.355.4564. GRAND MAYAN – Sundays, Flamingo, Tel. 624-163-4000. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, Cafe des Artistes, Poly Herrera on piano. - 7:15-10:00 pm. 624.163.7600. JW MARRIOTT IN PUERTO LOS CABOS, NAK Grill, 7:15-10:00pm, Ruben Martin on acousric guitar, sax, flute. 624.163.7600. THE GRAND MAYAN LOS CABOS, Samba Restaurant. 6:30-9:30pm. Flamingo music. Tel. 624.163.4000 TROPICANA – 7:00-10:00 pm. Mariachi music. Tel. 624-142-4146. ZIPPERS – Jesse on guitar, Mexican & American music, rock. Tel. 624.-172-6162. 7 SEAS SEAFOOD GRILLE - Full Moon Jazz Concerts. Call for schedule. 624.142.2666.
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HOTEL GUAYCURA RESTAURANT – live music. Tel. 612.175.0800
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CERRITOS BEACH CLUB – Sundays. No live music in September. Tel. 624.129.6315. CERRITOS SURF COLONY – Sundays 4:00-7:00 pm, Tel. 624.143.3851. call to verify.
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THE CROSSROADS COUNTRY CLUB - Located 22 miles on camino de la costa pasing Punta perfecta on Vinorama. Tel. 624.157.9542 VIDASOUL - Ecofocused Hotel located at 1000 Camino Cabo Este, Boca de la Vinorama. Tel. 624.142.1659.
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WHAT ARE WE SELLING? Lifestyle vs Real Estate By Blake Harrington
At our brokerage REmexico Real Estate, we’re constantly meeting and working with new real estate buyers in the area. Our journey with new clients and prospects begins with pricing, market trends, community information, floor plans & décor, and much more. No matter your budget or style, the question begs asking: What are you really buying when you purchase your vacation or full-time home in Cabo? The answer is simple. Cabo is a Lifestyle. Sometimes our clients and even our agents get so bogged down on the details of the property that they lose sight on what the real goal is. The goal is to own a piece of this beautiful paradise “La Baja” and enjoy family trips and extended stays, and to really soak in the experience of Cabo. We have the distinct pleasure of being able to hand over the keys to our clients at the end of closing a sale. But, rarely is it about the property itself. The smile we see on our clients’ faces at closing is the realization that their dream has become a reality, and that they are now residents of this charming place.
It’s an honor for us at REmexico Real Estate to be a part of each client’s lifestyle purchase. It truly changes people, and we can see in them what we saw in ourselves when we took that leap of faith and moved to Baja. With a year-around calendar full of fun and exciting events like the Los Cabos Open of Surf, the new ATP Professional Tennis Tournament, The Bisbee’s, Sammy Hagar’s Birthday Bash week, and much, much more, there is constantly something fun to do as a resident and owner in Cabo. Not to mention the pristine beaches and desserts, award-winning restaurants, art, music, wildlife, and everything else you imagine when you think “Cabo Lifestyle”. As we approach the return of our highseason this fall, we can see that the end of 2016 and the beginning of 2017 already look incredibly promising for both our real estate and our resort markets. Lifestyle is a choice. And there’s no better choice than beautiful Los Cabos. *
About Blake: Managing Partner of REmexico Real Estate/CaboRealEstate.com and has sold over $40,000,000 in Baja real estate since 2013. From 2014-2015 Blake was featured in two episodes of HGTV’s House Hunters International. REmexico Real Estate has two offices in Los Cabos, one in Cabo San Lucas in Plaza Bonita and another in San Jose del Cabo’s Art District. You can reach Blake at Blake@CaboRealEstate.com.
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Are you interested in learning more about the Los Cabos Real Estate market? Join REmexico Real Estate, with no obligation, as they tour interested parties in a few select homes at different price points. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how to invest in Mexico and the different communities and their amenities. Are you curious about what homes are selling for in the area? REmexico's experienced real estate tour guides are licensed Realtors and will explain different pricing, market trends, and provide you with the recent data that will help educate you on the goings on in our market. How is title held for foreigners in Mexico? Your tour guide will have insightful brochures and pamphlets that help explain the Fideicomiso and how it works. Free of charge. Tuesdays 10am - 1pm RSVP's are required with a minimum of 48 hours notice: info@CaboRealEstate.com 619.600.5559 from USA 624.191.3462 from Mexico
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IMAGINE you live here by Dane Posey
Why would a man who travelled the world for all of his life decide to call Cabo his forever home? Throughout his early career as General Manager for Hyatt Hotels, climbing each rung of the ladder meant a change of address. The locations he lived in throughout the United States read like a Family Feud Survey of “Ideal Cities Most Americans Would Love to Reside?” Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, Oahu, Washington D.C., the list goes on. When he reached the highest levels of management his home became more stable and his global travel responsibility increased. He was given the task of installing sail and scuba activity concessions in high-end resorts throughout the Bahamas, Grand Cayman, and Aruba. Weeks at a time scouting and negotiating expansion locations in the most picturesque corners of the globe were as regular as his flossing habits and he flossed with vigor twice a day. He recognized early the societal shift towards a healthy lifestyle and indulgence in self-love in the form of destination spas. Mind you, it was not too long ago that the idea of these types of vacation experiences gave most people the thought of visiting a nude colony of ex-hippies rolling around in mud while chanting “Om.” After years of travelling tropical destinations he began scouting, developing, and installing these Spas in the most exotic locales known to man. The types of places people hear about and put on their bucket list knowing that unless the lottery strikes it will remain only a dream. In the early 2000’s an iconic Los Cabos resort changed ownership and was about to undergo a $90 Million renovation. That is when he became involved. The resort wanted to take their spa from great to exceptional and become Mexico’s premier destination spa. He had visited Cabo years prior on a Bachelor party fishing trip but this time was different. The experience transformed his perception on who he was and the future of his life. Fast-forward to 2016 and he and the stunning, multi-talented spouse he met after completion of that project own multiple properties in Los Cabos with no plans of ever leaving their paradise. The passion he has for enjoying all that the area offers is matched only by her passion in preserving the natural gifts Cabo provides and the small town feel it has enjoyed over its history. This man has traveled the world and seen places that enhanced digital photography could not do justice to. Destinations that most only see while watching the Travel Channel or splashed across the pages of the in-flight magazines. Places that require three months’ paychecks just to cover airfare. He told me one night over a tequila on the ocean terrace of Villa La Estancia that even after all of the globe-trotting he had done throughout his years that it was not until he came to Cabo that he truly fell in love. Imagine that.* Dane Posey is a MLS AMPI Realtor and Top Producing Agent with REmexico Real Estate Group. Email him at Dane@CaboRealEstate.com.
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REAL ESTATE LISTINGS.
CLUB VILLA ONE - QUERENCIA - SAN JOSÉ DEL CABO $2,350,000 4 BR • 4 1/2 BA • MLS# 15-2234 Querencia’s most prestigious address. This is the ONLY property in the community that boasts exclusive access to all club house and amenities through a private door. This luxury villa is a rare offering with panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez, the highest quality finishes throughout, views of Querencia’s 18th hole and a detached storage room. Querenica offers a stunning five-star club house with multiple restaurants, gym/spa, and pool.
Find paradise an address.
Blake Harrington (624)191-3462 blake@caborealestate.com www.CaboRealEstate.com
CASA ESCARPA - CABO COLORADO - CORRIDOR $2,595,000 • 5 BR • 5 BA • MLS# 12-494 This stunning architectural masterpiece is in the gated community of Cabo Colorado. The highest quality finishes throughout like travertine, marble, and extensive custom woodwork. Not only does this property have 5BR/6BA and over 6,000 sq ft of living space but it also boasts some of the best views in the San Jose Corridor area. Move-in ready, meticulously maintained, and a true one-of-a-kind property.
CASA TERRY - CABO SAN LUCAS $499,000 • 3 Bed • 4 Bath • MLS# 16-1007 Ideally located between Hacienda Beach Club & Residences and Marina Fiesta Resort & Spa downtown Cabo San Lucas. Only steps to the famed Cabo Marina, Puerto Paraiso Mall, and Medano Beach! Three fully selfcontained suites on multiple levels with a gorgeous fully-stocked rooftop deck that generates a documented $1,400 USD per week. Can live like a 4 Bed 4 Bath home!
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CASA VIVRE - SAN JOSÉ DEL CABO $799,000 • 3 BR • 3.5 BA • MLS# 16-479 Endless possibilities from this 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath encompassing over 1/2 acre with incredible ocean views from every room in the house. The grounds feature lush vegetation and fruit bearing mango, lime, orange, and papaya trees. 2 spacious bedrooms on main level casita style third bedroom with separate entry. Whale-watch from bed. Gourmet kitchen highlighted by granite counters and Alder cabinets. No HOA. Carport and Secure Parking for ATV's, Boats, and Baja Toys.
Dane Posey Blake Harrington (624)191-3462 blake@caborealestate.com www.CaboRealEstate.com
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Full ownership and fractional deed specific ownership • Two Bedroom Three full baths – Sleeps 8 • Three bedroom Four full baths – Sleeps 10 STAY A WEEK OR A LIFETIME. Breathtaking beauty and personal pampering await you at Villa La Estancia. From your private view of Land’s End to full service ultra resort style amenities, a rewarding lifestyle and financial choice. Villa La Estancia offers the most successful owner's investment rental returns in Los Cabos, plus the highest percentage of additional owner real estate purchases.
Private residences and resort-style living • 80% sold • Strong H.O.A. We cordially invite you to attend our "GET TO KNOW US MONDAYS" enjoy complimentary cocktails and specially prepared botanas from our own La Casona Restaurant Chef. Mondays from 4:00 PM-5:30 PM. RSVP: own@villalaestancia.com or call us at 624 143-8121 and 624 143-8122.
Amenities Galore 24 hour security Assigned underground parking Dual desalination plants Back-up generators 45 ft under/above ground retaining sea wall Wifi and SAT T.V. Spa, workout facility, and tennis courts Concierge reception owner services Market deli and Doctor's office Located on Medano Bay at Land’s End. Swimmable and beautiful. Close to downtown yet private and secluded
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HOME SUNROCK CONDO HOTEL Daily rates May to July 14th $111.86 USD • Monthly rate $838 USD Perfectly conceived for families or groups of friends, our condo hotel offers all the comforts of home while delivering spectacular unobstructed views of Cabo San Lucas's bay. Each residence comes fully equipped with a kitchen, two bathrooms, two bedrooms and a spacious living room. All of this located just minutes from the best attractions Cabo has to offer.
GRAND REGINA LOS CABOS Starting at $40,000 USD • Newly Remodeled Grand Regina Los Cabos is an exclusive beachfront condominium development located 5 minutes from San Jose del Cabo between the prestigious Palmilla and El Dorado properties. Featuring 32 fully furnished Residences, the Grand Regina offers deeded ownership complete with full resort amenities. 20 two bedroom Residences and 12 three bedroom Residences. A limited number of deeded 2 week packages are now available at very attractive pricing starting at $40,000 US.
Sunrock is a one-of-a-kind condominium featuring 2-bedroom, fullyfurnished residences with 3-star international standards of hospitality. Rooms accommodate up to 5 guests and all feature 5-star bay and land's end views. 14 buildings, each with 8 residences. Each residence is 1,243 sq. ft. (115.5 m2) 7 Swimming pools -- 1 per every 2 buildings. Hotel has no lifeguard.
Fine dining restaurant - Poolside snack bar 3 Pools with one for adults only - Fitness center 650 feet Beachfront with lounge chairs and umbrellas Full concierge services - Daily housekeeping Seaside terraces with Jacuzzis
ofelia.melendez@sunrockhotel.com www.sunrockhotel.com 624.145.8623 Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 5.5, Misiones del Cabo, 23455, CSL
Joanne Berkowitz jberkowitz@grandregina.com USA Toll Free# 866.881.3859 MX# 624.173.9000 www.GrandRegina.com
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CURRENCY EXCHANGE Dollars are accepted almost everywhere and you will get your change in pesos. The exchange rate varies every day, but some places have a set rate.
ATMs - The easiest way to get pesos is to simply withdraw money from an ATM in Los Cabos. Bank ATMs give the daily exchange rate (best possible rate). Examples include Banorte, Bancomer, Santander, Banamex, and HSBC. Non-bank ATMs located in the street will charge higher fees. Some ATMs only give you dollars, some only pesos and some give you the option to withdraw both. Pay close attention to what currency you’re withdrawing and try to get as much cash as possible in one transaction to avoid paying high fees.
CASH OR CARD? Visa, Mastercard and American Express credit cards are generally accepted, but you often run into cash only places. Always ask beforehand and carry cash. Your bank will most likely charge you international transaction fees if you pay with your card.
GROCERIES - In Cabo San Lucas, Wal-Mart and Costco are good options and easy to get to. You can always find a taxi outside of these stores. San José has a Wal-Mart and Mega. If you just need to grab something quickly, OXXO stores are small, reasonably priced convenient stores located all over town.
HOW DO I DIAL? The local area code is 624 To dial to other countries: 00 + country code (1, 2 or 3 digits) + number From a Mexican land line or cell phone: To a Mexican long distance number: 01 + 3 digit area code + 7 digit number To a Mexican cell phone number: 3 digit area code + 7 digit number To a U.S. phone number: 00 + 1 + 3 digit area code + 7 digit number From your U.S. cell phone: To a Mexican land line or cell phone: 011 52 + 3 digit area code + number To a U.S. phone number: 00 + 1 + 3 digit area code + number Some U.S. cell phone carriers have arrangements with Mexican carriers and when you travel here your cell phone uses their towers. If this is your case, you will have to dial as if you had a Mexican phone. U.S. TOLL FREE NUMBERS (International rates will apply): To a 1 (800): 00 + 1 + 880 + phone number To a 1 (888): 00 + 1 + 881 + phone number To a 1 (877): 00 + 1 + 882 + phone number To a 1 (866): 00 + 1 + 883 + phone number DRIVING Renting a car will allow you to enjoy the freedom of exploring Los Cabos. Driving in Mexico might be intimidating, but if you just go with the muddled flow, you will realize that there is some organization within the chaos. If you are pulled over by local police for committing a driving infraction, the standard procedure is for them to take your Driver’s License. You will then have to go to the Police Station to pay your ticket and pick-up your license. There are two types of gasoline: Magna, which is regular, and Premium. Lleno (pronounced ye-no) means full. Major credit cards are accepted. Tipping the gas station attendant around $10.00 pesos is customary. There is a toll road that takes you from the airport to Cabo San Lucas or to the Todos Santos highway. By taking this road you avoid the taxi and shuttle traffic on the main highway. The cost varies from $63.00 to $75.00 pesos, depending on your destination. ALTO STOP
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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS EMERGENCIES: 066 from a local number ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE: 074 from a local number POLICE DEPARTMENT: - Cabo San Lucas 143-3977 - San José del Cabo 142-0361 FIRE DEPARTMENT: Dial 116 or: - Cabo San Lucas 143-3577 - San José del Cabo 142-2466 HIGHWAY PATROL: 146-0573 TOURIST POLICE: 143-3977 HOSPITALS: Amerimed: - Cabo San Lucas 105-8500 - San José del Cabo 105-8550 Baja Medical Response: 144-3434 Blue Medical Net: - Cabo San Lucas Hospital 104 3911 - San José del Cabo Clinic 142-3511 Cabo Surgical Center: 172-6030 Hospital H+ Los Cabos: 104-9300 North American Hospitals and Clinics: 142-2770 One World Hospital: - Cabo San Lucas 143-4911 - San José del Cabo 142-5911 - Todos Santos (612) 145-0600 Saint Luke's Hospital: - Cabo San Lucas 143-4911 - San José del Cabo 142-5911 Walk-in Medi Clinic: 130-7011 * For a complete directory of Doctors, hospitals and clinics in Los Cabos, visit: www.loscabosdoctor.com AIR AMBULANCES: SkyMed International Air Ambulance: (624) 154-4919 Air One Ambulance: (800) 236-8080 U.S. CONSULATE: 143-3566 CANADIAN CONSULATE: 142-4333 TAXI CABO SAN LUCAS: 143-2221 TAXI SAN JOSÉ DE CABO: 142-0401 IMMIGRATION: 143-0135 AIRLINES: Aero Calafia: 130-7822 Aeromexico: 146-5097 Air Canada: 01 (800) 719-2827 (Toll free within Mexico) Alaska Airlines: 146-5166 American Airlines: 146-5302/5303 Continental Airlines: 146-5050 Delta Airlines: 146-5005/146-5217 Interjet: 01 (800)-011-2345 (Toll free within Mexico) Spirit Airlines: 1 (800) 772-7117 Sun Wing: 1 (800) 668-4224 Volaris: 01 (800) 7VOLARIS (Toll free within Mexico) US Airways: 146-5380 West Jet: 1 (800) 538-5696
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