Los Cabos
Once a frequent stop for pirates awaiting
the passage of the Manila Galleons, today the destination of Los
Cabos has evolved from a sleepy hideaway for recluse fisherman
and yacht owners into one of Mexico’s premiere resort destinations.
Los Cabos, where the desert meets the
sea, can be divided into three areas of concentration in terms
of its layout. The towns of San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas
anchor the area’s resort strip and are connected by the
Corridor, a stretch of beach where much of the region’s
resort developments are located.
San Jose del Cabo is a quaint city with
a distinct colonial feel, where meandering cobblestone streets
and engaging locals greet visitors with open arms. A Jesuit mission
was built there in 1730 to indoctrinate the Pericu Indians of
the region but with time, the city has slowly evolved into a modest
center of commerce for passing ships. Today, the town boasts 40,000
residents centered by its Municipal Palace, courtyard restaurants,
shops, boutiques and a tropical estuary. It is an ideal spot to
spend a lazy day strolling the streets and taking in the local
flavor.
Cabo San Lucas is located at the tip of
the peninsula and is home to one of Mexico’s booming cities
for tourism. It boasts great shopping, sophisticated dining, a
300-slip marina and a pulsing nightlife. The city is also known
for fantastic fishing, diving and desert exploration. Its signature
landmark, El Arco, a giant natural arch that splits the Sea of
Cortes from the Pacific Ocean, frames the city just off the coast.
Between the towns lies the Corridor, where
a majority of the regions major resort developments are located.
This zone is where Los Cabos is staking its claim as Mexico’s
premiere golf, spa and luxury destination. Home to more than five
championship courses and with several under construction, the
Corridor is becoming a favorite among golfers and spa lovers from
around the world. |
