Colorful Cabo San Lucas Vacations
From sunning to swimming to shopping, Cabo San Lucas vacations are ideal for all ages.
With an average annual temperature of a comfortable 78°, Cabo boasts the ideal weather for enjoying a variety of active and leisurely pursuits, from lazy days on the beach to some of the best deep-sea fishing in North America.
Having Fun in the Waters of Cabo San Lucas
In this beautiful Baja California location, visitors of any age will be sure to find plenty to do to fill up the sunny days and starry nights of their Cabo San Lucas vacation. The most difficult part of your trip will be deciding what to do next.
Thousands upon thousands of fishing fanatics visit this destination every year, thanks to its location along "Marlin Alley." That means some of the best billfish fishing in the world, even for amateur fishermen who choose to try their hand at angling while in Cabo.
If you like beaches, Cabo San Lucas has plenty of them! Both on the Pacific Coast and on the Sea of Cortez, the beaches are stunningly beautiful. You'll find both busy family beaches as well as deserted coves, perfect for a little extra privacy.
Snorkeling is grand in the bays of Santa Maria or Chileno. The crystal clear water allows snorkelers to experience the area's amazing marine life without traveling far from the golden sands.
For an unbelievable underwater adventure, try scuba diving near Land's End, where you'll view a variety of interesting creatures of the deep.
Other watersports include surfing, para-sailing, snorkeling, sea kayaking, water skiing, glass bottom boat cruises, waverunning, wind surfing, and whale watching.
Dry Land Activities
Cabo San Lucas vacations needn't be spent entirely on or near the water. There are lots of land-based activities available for your enjoyment as well.
Cabo is home to six wonderful golf courses, three of which are designed by some of the best in the business: Robert Trent Jones II, Jack Nicklaus, and Peter Dye.
All the courses are lush and beautiful and there's one available for golfers of every level of expertise. Fully-stocked pro shops offer club rentals so there's no need to tote along your own set.
There are also a number of fun ways to tour Cabo San Lucas and its surrounding areas. Choose from horseback rides, Hummer or ATV tours, or boat cruises. Guests can also rent scooters and motorcycles and enjoy their own self-guided tours.
Shopping
All Cabo San Lucas vacations need to include a little time for shopping. You'll want to browse all the shops, from those that offer designer duds to quaint shops that feature the best in Mexican handicrafts, art, silver, and ceramics.
Dining and Nightlife
There's such a wide variety of dining opportunities in Cabo that everyone is sure to find something they like, even the pickiest child. You'll find everything from well-known fast food establishments to five-star restaurants that offer local flavors and scrumptious seafood.
For couples and singles, the nightlife scene is rocking. If you enjoy partying when the stars come out, you won't be disappointed with the selection of clubs and bars in Cabo San Lucas.
When to Go
The average annual rainfall in Cabo is a mere 10 inches per year so your vacation probably won't be spoiled by inclement weather. September and October are the rainiest months.
Both the air temperature and water temperature are always pleasant. If you don't like hot weather, you'll probably want to avoid the low season of May through September, when the temperatures reach into the 90's and sometimes higher.
However, rates are much lower during this time of year, so those who don't mind the hot sun can schedule their Cabo San Lucas vacations for the summer months.
Posted by Pat on Sunday, October 16, 2005