I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to travel to Cabo with fellow blogger and friend Mikaela Wightman and Los Cabos Magazine. I left refreshed, informed and already planning my next visit to this beautiful place. Let me preface this post by letting you know what Mik and I were up to on this trip. Los Cabos Magazine, which is a guide to the area and celebrating nearly 25 years in business, partnered with us on this initiative. In doing so, we were given their guide to Cabo and used this tool to experience different types of activities, restaurants, nightlife and hotels. In this blog post I am offering my personal guide to Cabo and the Baja based on my experience there using Los Cabos Guide. I hope that it will be a helpful tool when you plan your visit.
Our trip was documented by the talented team behind Cabo Pictures and they captured every moment perfectly. We were so impressed with what they created, their knowledge, professionalism and we had so much fun along the way. I'd like to give a big shoutout and huge thank you to Stephanie and her amazing family for showing me the most incredible time. It was a truly unique and special experience and I feel like I left not only with incredible memories but wonderful friends too. (Follow them on their adventures in the Baja on thebajaroadtrip.com)
FOOD/DRINK
Daikoku did not disappoint with its freshness and quality. Delicious maki was complimented with sake or a cold beer and everything was ideal for sharing. The setting is also beautiful as it is fashioned after a modern Japanese zen garden complete with waterfalls and incredible decor. You are transported to another place when you walk into this beautiful restaurant. Daikoku is a must visit for sushi lovers.
If you like freshly made pasta and pizza (who doesn't?) then you absolutely must visit Pan Di Bacco. They make all their menu items from scratch on location and the flavor does not disappoint. We shared a few items in our group including a couple of Salciccia e Scarola pizza, Rucola Salad, Gnocchi alla Sorrentina and Lasagna Verde and all were incredibly tasty.
This is one of the most unique locations I have visited to date on my travels. It is a 25 acre farm, hotel and restaurant adjacent to San Jose del Cabo. We shared delicious bites including Crudo Ceviche, Country Toast and Fried Tomatoes. They also boast incredible cocktails and the house made ingredients did not disappoint. I cannot wait to visit again next time I am in Cabo.
Tequila tasting? Sign me up! It was so much fun learning about and sampling different tequilas and mescals at Biblioteca di Tequila at Breathless Resort. Learning about the process along the way was such a bonus and this is where I tried fried crickets, on camera, while filming our segment with the magazine. There's a first time for everything!
La Deriva offers incredible Italian cuisine in a stunning
setting with views of the beach and water.
Upon arrival, we relaxed in the outdoor seating area and sipped on a
glass of wine while enjoying the scenery.
Dinner included creamy and delicious burratta, mussels prepared in a
white wine and gorgonzola sauce and fresh squid ink pasta. The friendly and knowledgeable staff made
the experience all that much more enjoyable.
ACCOMMODATION
Located on a beautiful beach only 10 minutes from downtown Cabo, Hacienda Del Mar Los Cabos is an ideal place for individuals, couples and families alike. The warm color scheme merges orange, terracotta and yellow for a beautiful contrast of the teal ocean in the backdrop. Cacti, palms and beautiful flowers are abundant through the hotel property creating a lush, authentically Mexican environment, ideal for the perfect vacation. I relaxed by the infinity pools near the ocean, drank delicious micheladas from the bar and tasted the offerings from the kitchen which included fresh ceviches, tacos and guacamole. The resort staff was friendly, attentive and accommodating and always greeted me with a smile and "hello" when they passed by. In the mornings I ate my breakfast with an ocean view at Girasoles which included coffee, fresh juice and delicious food. Another highlight was the spa on premises where I indulged in a relaxing hour long massage which left me feeling revitalized. We we also enjoyed the luxury and convenience of our Jeep from 10 Car Rental while we off roaded in the East Cape and drove around Cabo listening to our favourite tunes.
If you want great food, drinks, music, sleek decor and great energy, Breathless Resort is a must-visit. We started the day with the lunch buffet which included fresh fish crudos, ceviches and fresh salads. The food was incredibly tasty and satisfying. After lunch, we headed up to the pool where the party was getting started! There was a cart with Veuve Cliquot, delicious drinks and a DJ playing incredible music. You could see the energy by the pool building as the drinks continued to flow and a quiet morning turned into an incredible day party. Not to mention, the views were breathtaking, with an infinity pool overlooking Cabo San Lucas and the beautiful arches and waters of the Sea of Cortez.
ACTIVITIES
This excursion was definitely a highlight for me because it was my first time sailing around Cabo on the Tropicat Catamaran. We boarded the boat and were welcomed by the warm and smiling staff and crew as well as beverage (margarita for me)! This is an open bar excursion with ample drinks and yummy food as well as stunning views of Cabo. We sat back and relaxed while we sailed around the arches and beautiful waters.
This was my second excursion on the Tropicat Catamaran and it was such a fun and different vibe from the first cruise. I loved jumping in the cool water and swimming with the fish in such a stunning setting. The boat provided an open bar and also lunch to all of the guests and in the later part of the trip there was music and a very fun, upbeat vibe for all.
NIGHTLIFE
This is the place if you want to have a guaranteed good time! I love tequila and we very much enjoyed the bottle service that the bar provided. It was the perfect way to kick off our first night of the trip! There is a glowing dance floor, stage and DJ playing all the jams. We danced the night away here and loved every minute of it.
On the resort grounds at Hacienda del Mar you wil find Pitayitas, an upscale lounge/nightclub that plays incredible music and has incredible tasting drinks to match. We met some amazing people from all over the world, danced and relaxed in the outdoor terrace area. This is a perfect option for a night on the resort.
Oh, the famous Cabo Wabo. How could I go to Cabo without stopping in here to try their famous tequila and hear the live band play? The vibe is upbeat and fun in this large space which boasts a few different bars and features glow-in-the-dark murals on the walls.
SHOPPING
This stunning boutique features women's
clothing and accessories including brands such as Rachel Pally, Elizabeth &
James and House of Harlowe.
"Chic" is the perfect word to describe the beautifully curated
selection of resort wear in gorgeous colours and prints. The selection of jewelry was a highlight,
with stunning pieces that you won't want to miss. This is the perfect one-stop-shop for your vacation wear!
It was an absolute pleasure to visit this
gorgeous jewelry boutique owned by Indira Lopez and Indira Sanchez. Every piece is a work of art and we were
walked through the process of the quality and craftsmanship that goes into
their contemporary designs. If you want
a piece of unique jewelry that will last a lifetime, you won't want to miss
stopping by Indira Gems.
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