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Travel Information
General Information
MONEY
The Mexican Peso and the US Dollar are accepted everywhere. The exchange rate between the two currencies varies daily. Be aware that stores and restaurants are compelled by law to return your change in Mexican pesos. Always determine the exchange rate the merchant will give before you proceed with the transaction. If you wish, you may exchange your US Dollars to Mexican Pesos at any bank or exchange house (called Casa de Cambio). Most ATM machines dispense Mexican Pesos unless otherwise marked. There is a USD ATM at the Costco and it is recommended to only use ATM’s inside a bank or a reputable store like Costco or Walmart. All major credit cards are accepted at most stores and restaurants - VISA and MasterCard are the most widely accepted. American Express is accepted in some stores and restaurants, but VISA and MasterCard are preferred. The Discover Card is not yet accepted. It is suggested that you ask the merchant, in advance, which credit cards are accepted.
FOOD & WATER
Eating and drinking in Los Cabos is not as risky as in other parts of Mexico, however it is still important to watch what you eat, and drink only bottled water. Avoid eating uncooked foods and ingesting unpasteurized milk products. Some travelers may find the spicy Mexican cuisine a little overwhelming at first so eat in moderation – don’t overdo it with those salsas!
TIPPING
We would like to assure you that there is no expectation that you leave a gratuity. It is your choice, but please know that your generosity is deeply appreciated by service staff. Although visitors to Mexico are often used to tipping at places like restaurants and bars, in Mexico, tipping extends far beyond eating and drinking establishments. Tipping is deeply engrained into the social fabric here. Giving small tips is widely practiced in return for good service. Most employees rely on tips as their primary source of income, as salaries are typically very low compared to the US (approximately $100/week).
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Taxis – rates will vary depending your location. You can find taxi vans downtown and outside your hotel. Hotel front desk can assist you in requesting taxi service. Glass bottom boats (rectangle glass in the middle of the boat) depart from the Cabo San Lucas marina and transport people to The Arch, Lover´s Beach, Pelican Beach, or Medano Beach which you can book here. Buses – Los Cabos has a public bus service “Suburcabaos” that runs between the two towns every day. Service starts at 5 am and runs until 9:30 – 10 pm. There are official bus stops with seats and shade but the buses can also be flagged down from almost anywhere along the highway although it is safer and easier to walk to the designated bus stops. The buses only travel on the main highway and pass each stop at approximately twenty minute intervals. The fare is approximately 32 pesos between the two towns – less if you are only going part of the way. It is a good idea to have the exact change needed as bus drivers do not carry change. Ubers - Uber does operate in Cabo, offering a modern alternative to traditional taxis. However, it’s important to note that they aren't always readily available. Depending on the time of day or location, you might find fewer cars or longer waiting times. Before relying on Uber, always check the app in advance to ensure there are available drivers nearby.
DRIVING
If this is your first time driving in Mexico, we would like to give you a few tips. Our best advice to you would be to become a defensive driver. Watch for one way streets in town. Also note that not all local drivers will stop at stop signs. They will tend to slow down, look to see if there is opposing traffic and drive through. You may have noticed lateral roads at some points along the main highway between San Jose and Cabo San Lucas and wondered just what these roads are for. If you need to turn around or turn off the highway, you must be in this far right lane (if there is one). Traffic signals will prompt you when it is your turn, watch for the yellow light as they change red very quickly. Throughout Mexico speed bumps (or topes) are used as a means of slowing down traffic in town. Speed bumps are normally marked with yellow paint and sometimes a street sign. But be aware some older speed bumps may have their paint worn away and are not as easily spotted. Most gas stations accept cash only – USD or Pesos. It is customary to tip 10 pesos. When filling up say “llena (yayna) premium, por favor” – that is fill with premium please. Most gas station attendants will understand terms like “twenty dollars” or “two hundred pesos”. If in doubt, show the attendant the denomination you wish to pay with.
MEDICAL INFORMATION & SERVICES
Both San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas have good medical and dental facilities. There are H+ hospitals in both towns that provide full medical service based upon US health care standards. English speaking physicians are on staff. Hospitals may not be equipped for severe trauma cases. You will be expected to pay for any treatment incurred before leaving the hospital and can then file a claim with your insurance provider.
About Cabo San Lucas
The tip of the Cape at San Lucas,
with the huge gray Friars standing up on the end, has behind the rocks a little beach which is a small boy's dream of pirates...a place to which to bring the gold bars and jewels and beautiful ladies, all of which are invariably carried by the shipping of the world. And this little beach must so have appealed to earlier men, for the names of pirates are still in the rock,
and the pirate ships did dart out of here and did come back.
- John Steinbeck, Log from the Sea of Cortez
Los Cabos Sits at Land's End
At the very tip of the Baja where the calm, crystalline waters of the Cortez meet the mighty blue Pacific. Intensely beautiful and naturally breathtaking, this magical paradise started out as a very small fishing community back in the early 1900s. Prior to this, Cabo San Lucas was a favorite stop for pirates - who would wait in the tranquil coves along the shore for unsuspecting trade ships to round the cape. At the time of John Steinbeck's journey through the Cortez in 1940, Cabo San Lucas was still a small village dependent on the bounty of its surrounding waters. However, by the 1950s the area had become a popular playground for celebrities and other wealthy adventure-seekers. Everyone from Ernest Hemingway to Jean Harlow came to Los Cabos to experience its natural beauty and tranquility.
Reachable only by private plane or boat, Cabo remained an exclusive destination until the early 1970s - when the completion of Mexico 1 literally paved the way for floods of travelers. RVs, buses and family station wagons began journeying down this new highway towards the golden cape. With the construction of the international airport and expansion of the marina, planes and cruise ships introduced even more travelers to this unforgettable paradise. Meeting those travelers are some of the best luxury vacation home rentals Cabo San Lucas has to offer, available from
Today, Los Cabos Continues to Experience Rapid Growth
The on-going development of Cabo San Lucas, which has seen a rise in luxurious resorts, condominiums and private villas as well as the infrastructure to support this growth, is transforming Los Cabos into a modern tourist mecca. Browse our available rentals to see the best luxury vacation home rentals Cabo San Lucas has to offer. The local gastronomy features everything from five-star restaurants to quaint taco spots; the vibrant night-life is shared by ultra-chic clubs, toes-in-the-sand beach bars and wild and crazy discos; and shopping options range from ubiquitous beach vendors to high-end luxury complexes. For maps be sure to visit our maps section. The area offers unlimited action and adventure. The beautiful waters surrounding Los Cabos entice with epic waves for surfers, tropical fish and miles of coral reef for divers and snorkelers, as well as some of the best deep-sea action for avid sport fishers.
Thousands are drawn to the sunny cape every year just to play a round on some of the many world-class championship golf courses in the area. Others come to witness the magnificent grey whale migration during the winter months. There is also the magnetic pull of eco-tourism and popular activities like sailing, parasailing, windsurfing, hiking, sea kayaking... The possibilities are endless. To see pictures be sure to visit our gallery. It is this dynamic atmosphere that has made Los Cabos such an exotic and appealing getaway. Enjoy the bustling ambiance of downtown San Lucas, or travel down the resort-studded Golden Corridor and discover the colonial charm of San Jose del Cabo. Explore the beautiful desert terrain of the Sierra de la Laguna foothills, or escape to the East Cape- where over 3,000 miles of pristine white sand and glistening azure surf offer paradise on earth.
It was a brilliant day, the water riffled and very blue, the sandy beaches of the shore shining with yellow intensity...Many people had come to Cape San Lucas, and many had described it. We had read a number of accounts, and of course agreed with none of them.
- John Steinbeck, Log from the Sea of Cortez
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