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Finding a Vacation Rental for your Cabo San Lucas Vacation

June 20th, 2009 No comments
by Paul Garnett

Are you planning to spend a great summer vacation in Cabo San Lucas? Or, are you probably looking for some vacation rentals where you can stay during your vacation?

If you are looking for a place to stay in Cabo San Lucas you can actually choose from private homes, condominiums, villas of different classes and of course, a yacht. Depending on your preference and budget, you actually have a wide selection of accommodations in Cabo.

To get a good accommodation in Cabo San Lucas, one thing you have to consider is its accessibility. If you prefer to get a hotel or a vacation home near the airport, you can choose to. If the hotel or villa of your choice is not that near to the airport, you can always check for shuttle services.

If you think you would be spending more time on the beach during your vacation, you might want to find a beachfront villa or vacation house. However, if you think you might be spending a lot of time in the golf courses, you might also want to get a villa near these golf courses – and you can choose hotels and villas that are close to the beach and the golf courses too!

If you love scuba diving, you may also want to get a rental right on the beach known to have the best scuba diving spot. Cabo indeed provides many choices for you.

You can even charter a yacht and make it your home while in Cabo San Lucas. This could be a great adventure itself while cruising in the waters of Cabo and enjoying the luxuries like what hotels have.

There are a number of hotels, vacation homes and villas around Cabo and all these are available at different comforts and luxuries. You just have to check what fits your budget and what facilities or amenities you may want for a comfortable stay in Cabo.

There are hotels or villas in Cabo that have spa services or gym facilities, so you may want to choose to stay in those hotels. If you need some 24-hour services, you can also check if the hotel or villa offers one. Wherever you choose to stay in Cabo make sure it will give you the convenience and the comfort that would make up a great vacation.

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Cabo San Lucas – Water Sports in this Lovely Paradise

April 19th, 2009 No comments

Love snorkeling? Or, are you a surfing fanatic? You will love to do it in such a gorgeous place as Cabo San Lucas.

Cabo San Lucas, or Cabo is a place in Mexico that has become a growing world class vacation destination. No wonder they offer a wide variety of recreation and sports and leisure activities. Along the beautiful beaches of Cabo you will find water sports equipment from jet skis to snorkel to boogie boards and you guess it right, they have exciting water sports going on in the area.

Tourists may either kayak or motor across the bay to Lover’s Beach or they may opt to hang out at one of the many beach clubs to pass the day watching tourists and kids playing on the beach. Visiting tourists will surely enjoy the various water sports in Cabo San Lucas.

Snorkeling and scuba diving are also good activities to explore the beauty of the place. If you like underwater adventures, get your wetsuits and go to the beach! The Sea of Cortez will definitely give you an amazing underwater experience.

Divers are often seen exploring the waters near the Pelican Rock, and savoring the beauty of the sandfalls. Fabulous dive sites abound in Cabo and tourists and guests who would want to explore them are often accommodated in arranged schedules.

Private trips for your group can be planned, depending on where you desire to snorkel or dive. You can adore the sites of eels, guitarfish and colorful schools of reef fish and rays. Divers and snorkelers will definitely enjoy an excellent day trip to Cabo Pulmo Marine Park.

Water sports in Cabo are like magnets for surfers who love the waves. Waves of all types can be found at Los Cabos. You will find at the Los Cabos surfers of different nationalities; Italians, Australians, Japanese, Spanish, etc. You will also find among them famous surfers, Hollywood stars, models and even politicians.

While waiting for the waves, tourists get to meet different people and share experiences with them. The same experiences about the board, the waves and the sensation derived from surfing. The sea does not recognize whoever you are, or of what nationality. Los Cabos waters invite you to feel free and enjoy the water sports in Cabo San Lucas.

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Fast Facts on Cabo San Lucas

April 16th, 2009 No comments

Cabo San Lucas is a city in Mexico located at the southern tip of the Baja peninsula. It is often referred to as the country’s ‘Gold Coast’ and is simply called ‘Cabo’ or ‘Los Cabos.’ Cabo has a population of almost 60,000, and because of its pristine beaches and recreational activities, it has become Mexico’s premier holiday destination for tourists around the world.

The place has magnificent beaches, deluxe accommodations and resorts and offers many recreational activities, sports and parties. The rock formation called ‘The Arch’ or ‘El Arco’ is also an attraction in Cabo.

Cabo attracts tourists not only because of its gorgeous beaches, luxurious restaurants and resorts, but also because of its rich Marlin harvest. The place hosts the largest Marlin tournament in the world and hosts sport fishing tournaments all throughout the year.

Peso is the city’s national currency. If you are a tourist visiting Cabo San Lucas, it will delight you to know that the city provides ATM machines that accept foreign credit or debit cards. It also dispenses dollar or peso depending on your need.

There are also a lot of money exchange booths scattered in the area for those who may not have their needed currency. Some banks may not exchange dollars so ask before falling in line. The U.S. dollars are accepted in most establishments but your change will be in pesos. Credit cards are widely accepted but not all restaurants accept it so better ask before ordering. Tourist may also make use of traveler’s checks.

The usual business hours in Cabo are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 or 9:00 p.m. There are businesses which close during siesta hours. Mexico operates on 110 volt just like in the U.S. so there is no need to bring adaptors for chargers, laptops, etc.

Cabo San Lucas has also become popular to movie producers. The producers of Troy have taken some scenes in Cabo and the cast of Laguna Beach stars also have shots in Cabo for their spring break episode.

The beauty of Cabo has also attracted some famous Hollywood stars including Leonardo DiCaprio, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson, Jennifer Aniston and a lot more.

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The Beauty of Cabo San Lucas’ Beaches

April 3rd, 2009 No comments

Imagine walking barefoot in the loveliest beach you have ever seen. Imagine sitting beside your sand castle while watching the sunset. One should not just imagine when he can experience the immaculate and captivating beaches found in Cabo San Lucas.

The place has become a high-end travel destination. Travelers and tourists who have discovered the beauty of the place have come to the place to relax and unwind. Cabo has numerous grand resorts and clubs that accommodate the flow of tourists in the place.

Playa El Medano is popular because it is coined as the safest beach in town. It offers a clean and white sand shore that is perfect for vacationing families, first time visitors or youth vacationers. If one seeks a wholesome and safe surrounding with many seafood activities and beach parties, the Playa El Medano is a great spot to consider.

For scuba diving and snorkeling enthusiasts, Playa Chileno is most likely a good choice. The beach has wonderful coral reefs that have been home to a beautiful marine life, from a wide variety of fish species to the flora under the sea.

Another on the list is the Playa del Amore or the Lover’s beach. It is a popular Cabo San Lucas beach for its secluded and romantic ambiance that is perfect for couples and newly-weds. Despite its reputation, it remains secluded and requires a water taxi to get there.

The lover’s beach offers an extravagant view of the Sea of Cortez meeting the Pacific Ocean. In the lover’s beach, the romantic views and relaxing winds and waves are suitable for couples who just want to cuddle and enjoy nature. The beach is only accessible by a rental car, other than that, it is difficult to reach as there is no public transportation available when going there.

We now come to the Old Lighthouse or El Faro Viejo. It is famous because of its mechanized lighthouse which is surrounded by sand mounds that are formed throughout the years. The most rewarding experience in staying in this beach is the remarkable view of the Pacific Ocean from the top of the hill.

Other notable beaches in Cabo San Lucas that attract travelers and tourists are the Playa Acapulquito, Tequila Cove, Playa Barco Varado or Solmar Beach, Palmilla Beach, and other exciting Cabo beaches.

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