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Mexico is not all about tacos, margaritas, salsa, tequila, sunshine and sunsets, inexpensive living, sombreros and mariachi bands. Living in Mexico is also about health care and where do we go for it when we need it. We have all heard about difficulties ex-patriates have had in getting quality health care when in the land of the Aztecs and Mayans. Often a language barrier prevails for those of Anglo descent....

“The Day of the Dead” or “All Soul’s Day” El Dia de los Muertos is a holiday that focuses on gatherings of family and friends to remember and pray for friends and family who have passed away.  The celebration on November 1 is in connection with the Catholic All Saints’ Day and November 2 All Souls’ Day.  Traditionally private altars honoring the deceased are built using skulls, flowers, and favorite...

Cabo San Lucas located at the very tip of the Baja Peninsula marks the convergence of the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez.  The famous El Arco, a natural arch at the tip of the peninsula, and the rocky pinnacles of Los Frailes (The Friars) draw visitors from all over the world.  Playa del Amor (Lover’s Beach), a favorite beach, is overlooked by the arch and accessible by boat only....

Villa Descanso Vacation in luxury in this newly built 7500 sq. ft 9 bedroom 11 bath home nestled in the private gated community of The Pedregal.  Villa Descanso has everything you dream about for your vacation in Cabo.  From the moment you arrive you are enveloped in beautiful surroundings and ample comfortable areas for gathering. Book Villa Descanso for Christmas and pay the REDUCED RATE of $2,200.00 per night! Reserve Villa...

Be part of the legend as you enjoy this pirate adventure in Cabo. Being aboard this pirate ship is a fun adventure for all ages. The Buccaneer Queen offers Snorkeling Tours, Sunset Tours, and during whale season, Whale Watching Tours. The Snorkeling Tours depart at 8:30 AM (June, July and August) and/or 12:00 noon all year round. The tour is a 3 hour adventure complete with lunch, snorkeling equipment and...

Tropical storms occur along the Baja Peninsula each year. The season officially begins on June 1 and officially ends Nov. 30. Most of our storms in southern Baja occur in late August to mid October. Our first hurricane experience was post Isis in September 1998. We were driving on our first trip down the Baja Peninsula to move to Cabo San Lucas and had to traverse several washes (arroyos) through...

The area that is known as Los Cabos was first populated by the Pericue tribe.  Starting in 1533, Herman Cortes sent expeditions to explore the Californias.  He founded the Puerto de Santa Cruz (Port of the Holy Cross) in 1535 which today is known as La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur.  In 1697 the conquest of this region truly began when Father Kino and Father Salvatierra, Jesuit priests,...

Medano Beach is the place to be and to be seen! Conveniently located in downtown Cabo San Lucas with restaurants/bars and loads of things to do including: Parasailing Kayaking Jet Skis/Wave Runners Banana Boat Water Taxis to Lover’s Beach Safe Swimming I suggest you pay for your beach activities right on the beach. Many times the vendors will negotiate a better price for you.

Maria Corona is a restaurant located in downtown Cabo that recently opened as a sister restaurant to Baja Cantina Dockside and Baja Cantina on the beach.  This beautiful restaurant is named after the owner’s grandmother and the menu is composed of traditional Mexican dishes.  Many of these recipes were passed on from generation to generation and some date back to before the discovery of America. We have known the owner...

Cabo San Lucas Beaches Lover’s Beach:  Located where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez and near the famous El Arco, The Arch, this beach is safe for swimming and snorkeling.  Take a water taxi from the marina or Kayak from Medano Beach across the bay. Medano Beach:  Located in downtown Cabo San Lucas, Medano Beach is the place to be.  With Mango Deck, The Office, Billigans, and Baja...