Travel to Cabo: It is absolutely not true that Sammy Haggar is the official founder of Cabo San Lucas. However, it is true that when Sammy first became aware of the tiny fishing town at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula, there was not a single jetsetter to be found in the little municipality of Mexico. Today, Cabo is among the hottest of haute-spot destinations of the JustLuxé jetset. And forever-young, old-school rock-and-roller Sammy Haggar's Cabo Wabo Cantina is where this little community's trip uptown all began. With one small investment by Sammy, a new haven for luxury-loving world travelers surfaced.
Cabo San Lucas, often just called "Cabo," is a smolderingly desirable vacation destination for extreme adventure seekers of both daytime and nighttime fun. Cabo is one of the most mentioned hotspots by characters on the hit TV show The O.C. What more needs be said?
Pinpointing the timeframe for the advent of nightlife is much simpler than selecting the finest beach of Cabo San Lucas for daytime adventures. There are eight picturesque, sandy-white beaches that are perfect for sightseeing and many water-related activities. For romantics, the Twin Dolphin Beach is perfect for couples seeking an intimate secluded hideaway. Even when more crowded than usual, the beach's rock formations and coves offer surprisingly sufficient privacy to guests. Although topless and nude sun bathing are prohibited in Mexico, such behavior occurs frequently around Cabo. It occurs frequently at the Twin Dolphin and Playa San Pedro beaches.
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The mighty Cabo Wabo Cantina is a music venue, a restaurant, and a nightclub. Haggar's former band, Van Halen, was the first act to perform on stage. Other VH members were originally co-owners of the Wabo with Sammy. The cantina's pioneering efforts have transformed Cabo San Lucas in to a 21st century Mecca of decadence of worldly proportions. The club has been featured on E Channel, Travel Channel, VH1, and MTV. New bands and acts appear weekly. As the Wabo's slogan goes, "Go there once, you'll be there twice!"
The Zoo Bar & Dance has appeal for all party animals regardless of specie. Hunters on the prowl for award-winning game will find the surroundings quite invigorating. The decorum is definitely African with tiger-spotted seat covers and wild animals throughout the joint. The club's music runs the gamut from pop to dance, but all music played is danceable. Management baits big end-game hunters to show up Thursday evenings for Ladies' Night. The cover charge for gentlemen is $25.
Westin Beach, which is part of Playa Buenos Aires, is located near the Jack Nicklaus-designed Eldorado Golf Club and the Condé Nast Traveler-recommended Westin Regina Resort. The Eldorado golf course features six oceanfront holes. With the rise of new resorts and influx of vacationers coming to Cabo, Westin Beach is now a good setting for family outings. However, do keep in mind that there are swift sea currents and powerful waves. The beach is ideal for lounging but not recommended for swimming.
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Directly across from the Hard Rock Café is El Squid Roe. While it is called both a nightclub and a restaurant, the notoriety of Squid Roe stems from its rep as a raucous house of partying. Directions are not necessary. Just follow your ears! Waiters come equipped with strapped on spray tanks of tequila. Pretty much anything goes. There is no official dress code.
The Hard Rock Café is a club of two tales. Families and children are welcomed during the day. However, after 10:30 p.m., the minors are out and the adult swim begins. Hurricane, Earthquake, Howling Wolf, and Lovely Rita are just a few of the drinks served from the bar. Located in the Plaza Bonita Mall, the HRC has been a pillar of the community since opening its fabled doors in 1995.
Cabo is an area that definitely will be revisited, as there are too many pleasurable sources for entertainment and recreation to cover in just one article.
For LxM James Rothaar
Location
Los Cabos, at the tip of Mexico's Baja Peninsula, along the coast of the Sea of Cortez where it meets the Pacific. Approximately 20 minutes from San Jose del Cabo International Airport, and 15 minutes from both San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.
Climate
Los Cabos enjoys near-perfect weather. With 350 days of sunshine a year, there is no limit on the guest's options to enjoy the many activities the area offers.
Getting There
Approximate flying times to Los Cabos are: from Los Angeles, 2 hours; San Diego, 1 hour, 30 minutes; Phoenix, 2 hours; San Francisco, 3 hours; New York, 5 hours; Chicago, 5 hours; Dallas, 2 hours, 30 minutes; Atlanta, 4 hours, 30 minutes; Mexico City,1 hour, 30 minutes.
U.S. visitors must have a valid passport or other proof of citizenship.
VISIT WEBSITE (52)(624) 142 9000 Carretera Transpeninsular KM 22.5 San Jose Del Cabo, Baja CA Sur 23400
Spa Ixchel at Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort
VISIT WEBSITE 624.145.6500 Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 19.5 San Jose del Cabo
Vistazul Suites & Spa
VISIT WEBSITE 1-877 292 8207 Carr. Transpenincular Km 3.5
Cabo San Lucas, BCS
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Luxury Hotels in Cabo San Lucas
Me Cabo Designed to raise eyebrows, blur boundaries, tempt, tease and seduce. An experience beyond mere accommodation, The essence of ME Awakens you, be it in the passion club, Cabo's most arousing night scene, in world-famous Nikki beach or on...
Le Blanc Spa Resort We set a lofty goal when we began the planning of the elegant Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun. We resolved that Le Blanc would offer a world class experience like no other.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso Since it opened in July 1997, Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort, has brought an unprecedented level of luxury and hospitality to Latin America.
One&Only Palmilla A verdant oasis on the tip of the Baja Peninsula. Where azure waters greet the mountainous desert and the Pacific Ocean merges with the Sea of Cortez.
Esperanza, an Auberge Resort Esperanza encompasses a 57-room resort, 60 privately owned villas, a full-service spa and a signature restaurant, all on 17 lushly landscaped acres on the bluffs overlooking two private coves at Punta Ballena near Cabo San Lucas.
Villa Turquesa Pedregal's newest and brightest star is the magnificent Villa Turquesa, on a cliff overlooking the Pacific, 350' directly above the beach. Feel the cool Saltillo tile underfoot as you stroll through this spacious estate.
Villa del Arco Beach Resort and Grand Spa The 5-Star up-scale beach resort features spacious units with beautiful ocean views and looks out on the famous Land's End "El Arco", after which the resort is named.
Villa del Palmar Los Cabos The white sands of the Medano Beach, bordered by the azure waters of the Sea of Cortez, offer you the peaceful retreat you have needed for so long.
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