Elegant and modern Casa Blanca is located in Club Campestre golf course master planned community in San Jose del Cabo. Situated hillside with commanding views of the golf course, Sea of Cortez and Palmilla Point. What a great rental villa for family and friends for a peaceful getaway. With gracious designs, furnishings and art you will be delighted with the 3 huge master suites and bathrooms.
The fully equipped kitchen, well appointed dining and living areas invite you to linger longer, relax and dine. Recline in the pool and lounge chairs, or skip into town for gourmet meals at local restaurants, bars and shopping, all amongst the historic ambience of down town San Jose del Cabo.
Campestre also boasts a private beach club with many amenities and of course the Jack Nicklaus designed 18 hole golf course.
Yes the iconic arch is a beautiful symbol of the southern tip. It is not however the southern most point. That distinction goes to Cabo Falso a few miles west and a smidge more south. That is the point where the Pacific begins at the old Lighthouse. This was the first permanent structure built in 1905. It was decommissioned when the new lighthouse was built on the top of the mountain. The old lighthouse has been surrounded by the Quivira golf course to the disappointment of the local history buffs. It was once a favorite area for ATV tours.
#2 Our state has the most beaches in Mexico.
The beaches in Baja California Sur are amazing and very clean due to the remoteness and the prevailing ocean currents. To the south of the tip you will have to go 12,863 km or just under 8,000 miles until you reach land in Antarctica. So do not swim south. To the east is Hawaii 4718 km or about 3,000 miles. The state coastline measures 2230 km just under 1400 miles. That makes it Mexico’s longest with 22% of the total. It also has the most islands, predominately in the Gulf of California. Side note our Sea of Cortez has a Nickname- El Acuario Del Mundo (The aquarium of the world.) Mexicans prefer to call the Sea of Cortez el Golfo de California due to the nasty, murderous reputation of Hernán Cortés
#3 BCS is the least crowded state in Mexico.
With all the new hotels and developments popping up all over the place one could mistakenly think we are getting crowded. Especially on Medano Beach during Spring Break. But BCS has the lowest population of any state in Mexico and a huge amount of land with 73,909 km2 (28,536 sq mi) and less than 1 million inhabitants. Another reason to rent a Jeep and go adventuring.
#4 We are the newest state in Mexico.
Baja California Sur is the newest state admitted into Mexico October 8, 1974. Prior known as El Territorio Sur de Baja California (Southern Territory of Baja.) We were similar to the territory of Puerto Rico to the USA, except we received better aid and respect from our sovereign nation. The year 1974 was a big deal as that was when Highway 1 was completed and the year the San Lucas Marina was opened.
#5 We own the luxury category for resorts.
We have 4 of the top 100 resorts in the world according to Condé Nast and have the highest average hotel rates in Mexico at $300 a night, plus a heavy hotel tax of 13% plus the IVA of 16% OUCH! But that higher cost and level of luxury gives us an unique experience and highest quality of restaurants, yacht charters, activities, tours and infrastructure. You don’t have to stay in the top four luxury resorts to have an amazing stay as there are a wide range of great properties in every price category.
#6 We have beautiful mountains.
People know us for our ample supply of clean beaches, the bio diversity of our waters, the epic fishing and the world class golfing. Most don’t know us for our amazing mountain ranges. These mountains are up to 2,080 m (6,820 ft)in the Sierra de la Lagunas. There are many waterfalls, hot springs and swimming holes in which to choose. So on your next visit be sure to explore the mountain towns of Miraflores, Santiago, el Triunfo and Aqua Calientes. The name means The lakes of the sierras but that is due to the ancient lake beds high up in the mountain range. Today there are no natural lakes.
#7 Los Cabo’s is exploding in growth.
You may know there are new hotels by the looks of the numerous cranes up and down the corridor. What you didn’t know is that there are 20+ major developments currently underway within Los Cabos. The international jet setters have discovered just how wonderful we have it here on our desert by the sea. The big boy luxury companies are ‘all in’ with some massive plans. Names like Montage, Ritz Carlton Reserve, The Luxury Collection at Solaz, St Regis Los Cabos, Cesar’s Palace, Nobu Hotel, Hard Rock, Aman Resorts, Park Hyatt and two separate Four Seasons
are either in construction or being planned. If you are missing the simple ways of the old Cabo don’t despair all you need to do is rent a Jeep and head out to Cerritos, Cabo Pulmo, Ventanas or Pescadero. There are plenty of wonderful boutique hotel options all over the southern tip so remember you have options.
#8 Most everyone in Los Cabos is from somewhere else.
Cabo San Lucas used to be a small, sleepy fishing village of a few thousand lucky souls. Today there are people from all over the world living and working in Los Cabos. If you are over 25 years old you are most likely from somewhere else. In our neighborhood alone we have friends from Italy, Britain, Spain, Poland, Columbia, Chile, Brazil and of course Canada, USA and Mexicans from all over Mexico. You never know which language will be spoken at the pool. Fortunately for us most speak decent English. Side note- this diversity brings a great wealth and variety of restaurants.
#9 Mount Solmar is really Cerro Del Vigia.
The mountain above the arch is commonly called Mount Solmar due to the original hotel Solmar by Luis Bulnes. Long before this fishing lodge the 560 foot mountain was called El Vigía or the Watcher. This was an ideal lookout for incoming galleons of pirates or even worse Spanish missionaries
The Arch is part of the oldest rock formation that dates back an estimated 84 million years. That makes it truly old and appears to be sculpted sand stone but is in fact ancient granite. The whole peninsula splintered from mainland approximately 4 million years ago during a giant seismic event that is still active today called the San Andreas Fault.
#10 Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach have a dubious origin.
Originally the two beaches had just one name Playa Doña Chepita. The old time Choyeros (local Cabo residents that were born here) still use this term to refer to the Beach that was used for the oldest business in the world. Yes Seniorita Doña Chepa was a working girl who used this isolated area to sell her services to the fishermen of the area. Once the wives found out about their husbands proclivities they were possibly going to end up divorciado. The name Playa Amor was an inside joke that the gringos mistook as Lover’s Beach and the wider Pacific beach became Playa Divorcio or Divorce Beach. In any event this is a place of romance both innocent and unsavory.
This Hacienda style Boutique Hotel has a wonderful location in the heart of the historic Art District in San Jose del Cabo. The beautiful gardens and attention to detail makes this an extraordinary experience. From the warmth of the staff to the comfort of the ‘Old México’ design, you and your friends and family will find it a charming stay.
Awaken to the sounds of the cantera water fountains and soft music. Each suite has an unique style with authentic hand crafted furniture and tasteful art. Much different from the nearby large beach front mega resorts. For local knowledge of the best art galleries and amazing variety of restaurants just ask the friendly and informative front desk staff.
The hotel was built in 1998 by it’s owner and patron Blanca Pedrin a 5th generation SJD local. She transformed her family home into this magical place. She is also a local history expert and works tirelessly promoting local culture, art, music and the restaurant scene; most of all sharing her passion for the beauty of the land and people of Los Cabos. She also worked many years for the legendary hotel pioneer, Mr. Bud Parr who was a partner in building the world famous Palmilla Hotel then later the Hotel Cabo San Lucas and hotel Twin Dolphin.
After a delicious meal at one of the many local restaurants enjoy the tequila tasting at the bar or garden tables then retire to your suite with the most comfortable beds. So come soak up the magic of this special boutique hotel and learn about the history of this paradise of Los Cabos.
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1- Sport FishingThe original activity that put Cabo on the map of top fishing destinations. Due to the obscure location and lack of tourism Los Cabos impressive fishery was unspoiled until the 1950’s when only the rich and famous were able to afford the cost of getting here. Those lucky few described unbelievable fishing conditions that produced a wild variety of sport fishing opportunities. Today the fishing remains world class and enjoys year round success. The options are wide ranging in size affordable pangas to ultra luxury massive yachts. There’s an option for all budgets.2- GolfingSince the fishing is so excellent and many fill their coolers by noon, golfing came to town to fill the gap. Why not catch a huge Marlin for photos, Tuna for the cooler then get 18 holes of championship Nicklaus golf in before cocktail hour. Yes Jack Nicklaus has designed 5 amazing courses so far and there are 18 total options. Really there are no bad courses so bring your clubs or rent them here and enjoy what Golf Magazine claims is one of the top golf destinations on the planet.
3-Charter a yacht or book a booze cruise.Morning, mid day and sunset cruises are offered daily by a wide array of cruise companies. These are the shared boat variety and are most affordable. Some are specific whale watching cruises while others offer multi activity tours. The morning and mid day tours are action packed starting at the scenic arch then along the rocky coastline to Santa Maria or Chileno Bay for snorkeling, kayaking, SUPing or chillin while the crew cooks up a hearty meal. All activities, food and drinks are included in these 3 hour tours so come hungry and be ready for some excellent adventures. There are many private charters available from 21’ pangas to the sky’s the limit mega yachts so just let us know what you want and we will arrange your options and can customize the charter to fit your desires.4- ZIP Lines and Adventure parks.Multi adventure parks give you a wide variety of action packed adventure at one destination. Wild Canyon and Cabo adventures offer you full service start to finish. We can arrange the itinerary including the shuttle, activities, food options and return shuttle. Zip lines are hugely popular for good reason. This is a safe activity that will get your adrenaline pumping. The new giant swing is another fun choice and you can easily do both. There are many choices and we know them all. So watch our various videos to see detailed examples and start planning your Cabo adventure. We will be here to assist.5- ATV Tours and Off Road Adventures. In the spirit of Baja 1000 Race Los Cabos has a wide variety of off road adventures. From ATVs to custom motorcycle tours there is something for everyone. Dozens of choices and a myriad of types of vehicles. ATV’s tours are readily available at various locations and most of these operators offer buggies, and side by side UTVs. You can even book full on super racing rigs at Wide Open for those experienced desert racers. Rest assured there is a choice that fits your experience. Just remember this is a serious endeavor and should respected since they let you go fast and furious. Safety gear is available.6- On the water Adventures- Whether you like Surfing, wind sports, SUP and kayaking, Los Cabos has it all.Surfers from around the globe have rejoiced about the surfing in Baja. It’s no secret that the peninsula has been a go to location for its tranquil beaches and empty line ups. Although the local breaks are getting busy the further out locations are less active. Stand Up Paddling is gaining great popularity and is exploding in the general area. Hourly rentals and guided tours are available for both SUP boards and kayaks just let us know when you would like to go. Wind sport enthusiasts have an equal amount of variety. There are plenty of schools that will fast track your experience. Kite boarding has taken hold in Los Barriles and La Ventana on the east cape. Those wind junkies from Hood River Gorge are everywhere in the winter. And for good reason the winds are consistent and the cheap Mexican living means they can come down for the season without breaking the bank. 7-High Altitude adventures- let’s now go above the water with high altitude adventures. First up is the new hydro fly boarding. These jet powered hydro boards will send you flying. For an easier option but full of fun is the ever popular parasailing. The Bay in Cabo is an ideal place to fly high above the crowd and parasailing is a great choice. You can go solo or tandem. Los Cabos also offers powered hang gliders from Sky Cabo Tours. This is an amazing way to fly over our beautiful rocky coastline. For an even bigger thrill you can do a tandem sky diving tour. Jump out of the plane and free fall over the Cabo Bay with amazing views of Lands End.8-wave runner rentals andTours. There are plenty of options on Medano Beach in the heart of Cabo. The rentals are by the half hour and there are tours that will take you to Santa Maria Bay.9- Road trips to surrounding towns. If you are a repeat Cabo visitor you have to take the time to explore the greater surrounding areas. You have a wealth of amazing options up both coasts. The Pacific side takes you to Cerritos, Pescadero and the Pueblo Magico Todos Santos. The Sea of Cortez side also has plenty of adventure with the mountain towns of Mira Flores and the waterfalls in Santiago and Aqua Calientes. The east cape is a world unto itself and Oakley’s favorite. Check out our videos under Baja Adventure for more.
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We are often asked why we moved to Los Cabos and what it is like to live here. Well the first part of that question seems obviously self evident. Really just look around you. We have an amazingly beautiful slice of paradise on the tip of this gorgeous peninsula.
The stark beauty of the mountains and desert often get overshadowed by the clean empty beaches, rocky coves and sea life filled bays.
Both the majestic Pacific Ocean and the bio diverse Sea of Cortez have hundreds of miles of undeveloped beach front. Where else can you find a mild desert climate in the tropics?In our modern age you can live, work or retire most anywhere in the world. Once you are liberated and awaken to that fact Los Cabos makes most every short list.
The abundance of natural wonders and wonderful climate are but two reasons. Let us now go a little deeper and discover the other worthy reasons and what it is like living in Los Cabos as an foreigner.
Los Cabos is an International Community
We live in a small neighborhood a few miles from Cabo and are surrounded by neighbors from all over the globe. There are people here from Chile, Spain, Italy, France, Poland, Britain and of course USA and Canada and all parts of Mexico. You never know what language will be spoken at the pool.
Although our current political divide is wide, we all get along wonderfully well. Since most everyone is from somewhere else we all strive to help out each other. I find a common bond in my fellow neighbors. We all are here to enjoy a new life and leave the stress behind. Sure things are different but isn’t that the point.Los Cabos has modern infrastructure
While the highways, marinas, airports, utilities and general infrastructure are a little behind major US standards, we enjoy better than most in other developed nations. And with the huge amount of tax income generated from a robust tourist trade our future looks bright.Our location allows ease of travel and is ideal for North Americans looking for a new place that is convenient to those friends and family left behind.
You can always go visit them and vise versa. The number of non stop flights to USA and Canada has quadrupled and with our ever expanding airport the options keep expanding. Plus if there is major hurricane threatening, you can always batten down the hatches, grab the pets and head up Highway 1 ahead of the storm. Just try that on an island.Mexico enjoys a lower cost of living
It is no surprise that you can keep more of your hard earned cash in Mexico. Sure there are some of the most expensive luxury resorts, restaurants and private communities in the world in Los Cabos. There are plenty of affordable alternatives. In fact most expenses are less than major US cities. From taxes, food, education, medical, insurance and housing. You just need to know your best options and where to go just like anywhere else.
Los Cabos offers great Health Care alternatives. Not only do we enjoy modern clinics, hospitals, dentists and health care providers the costs are lower and the insurance is a fraction of the price you’d expect to pay up north.Another reason we love living here is because Los Cabos is fun and offers a huge range of exciting recreational options.
Besides world famous fishing and golfing we have everything you need to an active lifestyle. The list is too long so just trust me on this one we have everything except the cold winter sports to keep you active.Food glorious Food is another reason to live here. Los Cabos has an internationally acclaimed restaurant scene. I don’t know about you but we just love great food. One of the things we love most about Los Cabos is the wide variety of restaurants in which to choose. Anywhere from Michelin star quality restaurant to the best street tacos on the planet, variety and quality abound. First off are the amazing Mexican restaurants.
There are Mexicans from all over the country bringing their best regional dishes so you can count on the best Authentic Mexican food for sure. Plus you have an expanding list of new options from all over the planet. So if you craze variety and quality in your diet Los Cabos is for you.Now for the last and perhaps best reason to make Los Cabos your home, the warm and friendly Mexican Culture. Forget what your nervous neighbors and paranoid news rooms are spouting about Mexico, we have found from first hand experience that Los Cabos is a safe, secure and wonderful community. Sure things are at a slower pace and people work to live versus live to work.
This slower pace and focus on family, friends and fiestas are contagious. We often visit our friends and family up north and every time we return knowing we made a great decision moving to Baja. The flight home is full of happy people looking forward to their next well earned Cabo vacation while we smile knowing this is our home. Now that is refreshing.So whether you are looking for the perfect paradise to retire or a place to start a new life, Los Cabos is an ideal choice.
For more details we are happy to assist you. In fact that is exactly what we do. You will love your new Cabo Lifestyle. We sure do. This video was brought to you by CabosFinest your Insiders Guide to Los Cabos.
Perfectly planned amongst Diamante’s Dunes Course, the Golf Villas allow extraordinary views of this stunning natural course. The Golf Villas are similiar to the great Mexican haciendas, designed around a dramatic courtyard. A large room sits between the terrace and courtyard, with access to open to the outdoor environment and become one big space for maximum flexibility.
Every villa features four bedrooms and 4½ bathrooms and amenities such as an infinity pool with a swim-up palapa bar, indoor/outdoor showers, private pool terrace with fire pit, outdoor grill, terrace fireplace, outdoor courtyard, two-car garage and golf cart garage, gourmet kitchen and media room.
Everyone that loves Italian food must discover the wonderful flavors of Salvatore’s. It is so popular that we recommend a reservation and even then it is commonly booked up. Tim Galluzzo the happy owner has added a second restaurant Salvatore’s G. This has the same wonderful menu plus he’s added delicious steaks and soon to open a wood burning pizza oven. We just love the ambiance of this place with its long bar, comfortable seating and large screen TV’s plus it has tons of space indoors with AC and outdoor dining options.
So you have the same great Salvatore’s menu with a sports bar and steakhouse with AC. We locals just love having this option especially during the warm summer months. That are currently remodeling the back patio adding another bar and a wood burning pizza oven They offer nightly specials and can handle special events and provide catering..
Just 10 miles from Cabo San Lucas is the new Velamar Los Cabos. These 40 condos overlooking the Sea of Cortez are in construction by Grupo Velas. This is their first development in Los Cabos. They are well respected developers with over 40 years of experience in building residences and luxury resorts throughout Mexico.
All of these 3 bedroom condos have great floor plans and range from 2324 sq ft to 3840 sq ft top floor penthouses with roof decks. As you can see the open living room and master suite opens to the deck and swimming pools. The spacious master suite has an in suite bath and good closet space. Bedrooms 2 and 3 also have full baths. There is a laundry closet in the hall and each unit has parking for two vehicles.
You can choose to furnish yourself or choose one of their tastefully designed furnishing packages. The top floor penthouse villas have elevated views and a wonderful large roof top living area.
Yea life is good for those choosing these well priced condos. Each of the four buildings will have their own outdoor areas and pools. It is a short drive down to Grand Velas and the beach. One of the unique benefits of Velamar is your 10 year VIP membership to Grand Velas Los Cabos. This 5 diamond resort has a wealth of amenities including 7 restaurants, 5 bars, world class spa and huge pools. Privileges include valet parking, gym, WiFi, spa activities, kids club and teen club. For pre construction pricing and to find out more please contact us at Cabos Finest.
With more than 80 acres of gorgeous views surrounding state-of-the-art facilities and luxurious accommodations — you will want for nothing at The Resort at Diamante.
Diamante’s Crystal Lagoon pool is the activity center for the community. Surrounding the Lagoon are luxurious accommodations, multiple beaches, a Lagoon restaurant with a swim-up bar, pool and jacuzzi, a spa and fitness center with a 25-meter lap pool and a tennis facility.
The Lagoon area master plan will eventually feature a tennis complex with five courts, a sports field complex, and The Village—a boutique retail and restaurant center.
Diamante offers a variety of luxury residence club options at The Resort which range from our 600-square foot Luxury Studio residences to our 5,500-square foot four bedroom Penthouse Suites.
In tonight’s episode we are dining at the new La Deriva Cucina Italiana. This is a seaside restaurant right on the water and one of the restaurant choices at the new Solaz Los Cabo’s resort in the corridor. It is a short drive from Cabo along the beautiful highway 1 to Solaz. We arrived and enjoyed the valet service before sunset. We took advantage of their seaside bar and ordered a couple of margaritas and watched the horses head down the beach. The new Solaz Los Cabos is a contemporary wonder and a welcome addition to the luxury resort category.
The menu of Chef Patron Emanuele Olivero is inspired from a philosophy of tradition. The cuisine the chef serves has a long history passed down from generation to generation, which is why his objective is to preserve the authentic flavor of Italy with its northern influence. Each plate expresses tradition and innovation, at the same time offering the highest quality local of Baja Californian products.
Before taking our table we toured the indoor seating options and said hello to the kitchen. They were stoking the mesquite grill and preparing for a busy night. We opted for the patio table and looked over the menu. First up was the traditional mussels with a Gorgonzola sauce, the verdict excellent.
Next we were served a salt crusted whole cabrillo with organic grilled vegetables, a fresh side salad and a side of truffles and mushroom pasta. The chef paid us a visit and made sure we were satisfied. A nice touch as the evening was winding down. After a wonderful evening we decided to come back again soon and try their nice selection of dulces and aperitifs.
La Deriva is a romantic choice for those craving authentic northern Italian cuisine.
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