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TABLE OF CONTENTS Planning your Destination Weddings in Los Cabos!

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Traveling to Los Cabos

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Where to Stay in Los Cabos

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Requirements for Getting Married in Los Cabos

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Planning a Destination Wedding Weekend in Los Cabos!

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Professional Wedding Planners and Photographers

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Kinds of ceremonies you will find in Los Cabos

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Breathtaking Venues Combining Desert and Sea

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Celebrity Weddings in Los Cabos

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Tours & Experiences

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Insider Tips

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Los Cabos Specialist

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Connect with Los Cabos

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PLANNING YOUR DESTINATION WEDDING IN LOS CABOS! Every wedding is unique – each one should reflect two individuals becoming one with background music, delicious food and a getaway filled with cheer. It is a day to celebrate a lifetime of happiness. One day that is completely yours.

BRING YOUR VISIONS TO LIFE. LOS CABOS IS AN ENCHANTED VENUE FOR A PERFECT DESTINATION WEDDING, from

breathtaking ocean views, picturesque desert landscapes, stunning mountains and unparalleled natural beauty

that is often called the best place to get married. And, at the southern tip of Baja California Sur, the landmark “El Arco”, often referred to as Land’s End, provides the perfect backdrop for spectacular wedding photos.

In Los Cabos you will find stunning wedding venues with plenty event space. Let our experts plan the most adorable ceremony and reception at any of Los Cabos hotels, beachfront terraces, yachts, farmlands, and luxury clifftop villas. Options abound, including holding the ceremony on the beach. You can even rent out any event space for an after-party to truly celebrate the joining of two souls.

With typically 350 days of sunshine, fine dining cuisine, indulgent spas and award-winning golf courses, ecoadventure activities, water sports and the most unforgettable sport fishing experiences, this truly is the ultimate wedding destination.

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perfect backdrop for any kind of getaway…and one you will never forget.

TOTAL ROOMS: 18,500 TOTAL HOTELS MEETING SPACE: 129,166 SQ.FT 62 EUROPEAN PLAN HOTELS 19 ALL-INCLUSIVE 6 ADULTS ONLY 18 CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSES 25 BLUE FLAG BEACHES LOCATION: Known as “Land’s End” for being located at the tip of the southern Baja California Peninsula. Los Cabos is approximately 1,000 miles south of San Diego – just south of the Tropic of Cancer. Los Cabos comprises Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo.

CLIMATE: 350 sunny days a year! It’s a subtropical desert.

Summer highs can reach 90° F with sporadic showers.

Winter lows may drop to 60° F with daytime highs near 80° F. POPULATION: Approximately 320,000 people.

TIME ZONE: Los Cabos is on Mountain Time (MT), an hour ahead of Pacific Time.

LANGUAGE: Spanish is the official language of Mexico.

However, English is widely spoken throughout Los Cabos.

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TRAVELING TO LOS CABOS Los Cabos is on the southernmost tip of the 1,000 mile long

International: USA: Dallas, Los Angeles, Portland, San

Baja Peninsula, west of mainland Mexico and just below

Diego, Seattle, San Francisco, San Jose, Orange, County,

Southern California. The Sea of Cortés borders Los Cabos

Denver, Newark, Houston, Washington, Atlanta, Detroit, New

on the east and The Pacific Ocean, to the west. Los Cabos is

York JFK, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, Kansas City, St. Louis,

approximately 1,000 miles (1,609 kilometers) south of San

Austin, Baltimore, Charlotte and Phoenix.

Diego , California.

Canada: Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton, Regina, Montreal, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Victoria and Kelowna.

Los Cabos has excellent flights connected with the main cities of USA, Canada and Mexico with more than 500 flights per week.

Domestic: Mexico City, Guadalajara, Tijuana, Toluca, Monterrey, Culiacán, León/El Bajío, Los Mochis, Mazatlán.

The Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) has new frequencies to Culiacán, San Diego, Seattle, Baltimore, Houston, and Toronto, and Washington DC.

CONNECTIVITY The Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) is located just 8 miles north from San Jose del Cabo and 23 miles from Cabo San Lucas. Los Cabos has 550 weekly operations, serving around 40 destinations.

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Todos Santos 6. Paradero Grand Solmar Pacific Dunes Resort, Golf and Spa 5.

Hotel San Cristóbal 7. Grand Solmar Pacific Dunes The Residences 8. Diamante Cabo San Lucas PACIFIC 9. Nobu Hotel Los Cabos 6.

Pacific 10.Grand Hard Solmar Rock Hotel LosDunes Cabos Resort, Golf and Spa 7.

Grand Solmar Pacific Dunes Residences 11. Pueblo Bonito Pacífica Golf The & Spa Resort 8.

Diamante Cabo San Lucas 12. Montecristo Estates Luxury Villas 9.

Hotel Los Sunset Cabos Beach Golf & Spa Resort 13.Nobu Pueblo Bonito 10. Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos 11.

Pueblo CABO SAN Bonito LUCASPacífica Golf & Spa Resort 12.

Montecristo Estates LuxuryPedregal Villas 14. Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos 13.

Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort 15. Tesoro Los Cabos 16. Sandos Finisterra Los Cabos CABO SANGrande LUCASResort & Grand Spa 17. Playa 14. Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal 15. Tesoro Los Cabos 16. Sandos Finisterra Los Cabos 17. Playa Grande Resort & Grand Spa

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21. Breathless Cabo San Lucas Resort & Spa 18.

RidgeBeach LuxuryClub Villas Playa Grande 22. The Hacienda & at Residences 19.

Solmar Resort 23. Marina Fiesta Resort & Spa 20.

Solmar Land’s & End Resort & Spa 24. Grand Corazón Cabo Resort Spa 21.

Breathless Cabo San Lucas Resort & Spa 25. Médano Hotel & Suites 22.

Hacienda Beach Club & Residences 26. Bahía Hotel & Beach House 23.

FiestaLos Resort & Spa 27. Marina Casa Dorada Cabos Resort & Spa 24.

Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa 28. ME Cabo by Meliá 25.

Hotel & Suites 29. Médano Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Beach Resort 26.

Bahía Hotel & Beach House 30. Pueblo Bonito Rosé All Suites Resort & Spa 27.

Casa Dorada Los Cabos 31. Club Cascadas de Baja Resort & Spa 28.

by Meliá 32. ME VillaCabo del Arco Beach Resort & Spa 29.

Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Beach 33. Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Resort Spa 30.

Pueblo Bonito Rosé All Suites Resort 34. Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa & Spa 31. Club Cascadas de Baja 32.

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59. Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos 60. Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos 61. The Club at Solaz 62. Los Cabos Golf Resort Trademark Collection 59. Le Spa Resort Los Cabos

by Blanc Windham 60. a Luxury Collection Resort, Los & Cabos 63. Solaz, Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort Spa 61.

The Club at Solaz 64. Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos 62.

Cabos GolfAlResort Trademark Collection 65. Los Las Ventanas Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort by Windham 66. Paradisus Los Cabos 63.

Los Cabos Suites 67. Dreams Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Golf Resort Resort & Spa 64.

Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos 68. Marquis Los Cabos All Inclusive Resort & Spa 65.

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Paradisus Los Cabos 70. The Westin Resort & Spa Los Cabos 67. Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort 68.

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Los Cabos 71. One&Only Palmilla 70.

The Westin Resort & Spa Los Cabos 72. Cabo Surf Hotel & Spa 73. Krystal Grand Los Cabos SAN JOSEMaría DEL CABO 74. Santa Hotel & Suites 71.

One&Only 75. Hyatt PlacePalmilla Los Cabos 72.

Hotel & Los Spa Cabos 76. Cabo Royal Surf Decameron 73.

Krystal Grand Los Cabos 77. Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos 74. Santa María Hotel & Suites 75. Hyatt Place Los Cabos 76. Royal Decameron Los Cabos 77. Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos

78. Posada Real Los Cabos 79. Viceroy Los Cabos 80. GR Solaris Lighthouse Los Cabos 81. Casa Natalia 78.

Posada Real Los Cabos 82. Tapestry Collection

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Viceroy Los Cabos 83. Royal Solaris Los Cabos All Inclusive Resort & Spa 80. Cabo GR Solaris Lighthouse Los Cabos 84.

Azul Resort 81.

Casa Natalia 85. Vidanta Los Cabos 82. Tapestry Collection by Hilton 86.

Acre Resort Royal Solaris Los Cabos All Inclusive Resort & Spa 83.

87. Hotel El Ganzo 84.

Cabo Azul Resort 88. La Marina Inn 85.

Cabos 89. Vidanta Secrets Los Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort 86.

Acre Resort 90. JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach, Resort 87. & Hotel Spa El| Ganzo Casa Maat at JW Marriott 88.

La Marina Inn 91. Zadún, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve 89. Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort 90.

JWCAPE Marriott Los Cabos Beach, Resort EAST Spa | Casa Maat at JW Marriott 92. & The White Lodge 91.

Zadún, A Ritz-Carlton Cabos at Costa Palmas 93. Four Seasons Resort LosReserve 94. Buena Vista Oceanfront & Hot Springs Resort EAST CAPE 92.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR GETTING MARRIED IN LOS CABOS

As one of Mexico's top destination wedding spots, it is no

Age Requirement

wonder couples are gathering in the Los Cabos area to exchange vows. But just like each state in the U.S. has its

You must be 18 to obtain a marriage license in Los Cabos.

rules and requirements for getting married, so does Los

With parental consent, boys who are at least 14 can get

Cabos. Luckily, it is not difficult to obtain a marriage license

married and receive a permit.

in Los Cabos.

Same-sex marriage is legal in Los Cabos. But of course, this is a crucial point when it comes to things like spousal

Same-sex marriage is legally recognized in Los Cabos. But

benefits, so you’ll certainly want to confirm this is true for

of course, this is a crucial point when it comes to things like

the state in which you live before making definite plans.

spousal benefits, so you’ll certainly want to confirm this is true for the state in which you live before making definite

Blood Test in Los Cabos

plans.

Your blood work must be done in Mexico at least three to To legally marry, the following documents are required:

four days before the ceremony. Each person is tested for VDRL (venereal diseases), HIV, and Rh factor (blood group

Current passport or driver's license.

Original copy of birth certificates.

Blood test certificate (lab work done in Mexico 48-24 hours before the ceremony).

Copy of identification (passport or driver's license);

identifier). The results are valid for 15 days.

Staying in Mexico Typically, couples and witnesses must be in Mexico at least

witnesses may not be biological parents and must be over

three business days before the wedding. (This does not

18 years old.

include Saturdays, Sundays, or Mexican holidays).

Copy of the immigration status document, typically obtain on migration upon entering the country.

Death and Divorce Decrees

Divorce or death certificate, if applicable.

Names, ages, addresses, nationalities, and occupations of both sets of parents.

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It is necessary to be divorced for one year before getting married in Mexico. You will need to provide a verified

dissolution of marriage and a certified copy of the final divorce decree.

A certified copy of the spouse's death certificate must be verified for those who are widowed and want to obtain a marriage license in Mexico.

Get Your Certificate After the wedding, make sure to get your marriage certificate legalized in Mexico to be accepted as a valid document worldwide. You will also need to obtain your certified copy of the marriage certificate, which will be in Spanish.

Once you have your marriage certificate, you can process a legal translation in your country.

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PLANNING A DESTINATION WEDDING W E E K E N D IN LOS CABOS! Many couples plan Destination Weddings as a beautiful alternative to a large, impersonal, and costly wedding at home for various reasons.

Naturally, as the wedding couple, you will want a fabulous location and an incredible celebration party after the ceremony.

When planning a wedding, our best advice as full-scope wedding planners is to first think about exactly what you are looking for and put it down in writing. We are sure you have thought about this since you got engaged, and now it is time to combine your ideas of what you would like your wedding to be and should certainly do this as one of your first exciting projects together.

When you have a wedding outside of your hometown, called a "Destination Wedding," it is somewhat different.

First of all, guests might be coming from around the world; Many families feel the responsibility to entertain or "care" for their guests when joining you for your wedding celebration.

We agree with this; however, this depends upon the couple's and family's resources. In many cases, close family friends, relatives, grandparents, or godparents also like to "host" an event.

This situation can be done instead of an expensive wedding gift and should never be "expected." This topic is worth asking your parents about and ask them to make the initial inquiries. There are more than one set of parents nowadays; therefore, this can become a great way to involve everyone in the fun and the expense!

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during a long weekend. The following is a "typical" wedding weekend example in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

THURSDAY ARRIVAL Welcome cocktail party for a couple of hours tops - short and sweet, with cocktails and a few appetizers served. Music is a must and sets the tone for the weekend.

Perhaps hand out a program of events if it was not sent in advance, including maps of the area, favorite restaurants and clubs, golf courses (with phone numbers for tee times), and tennis court locations, as well as snorkeling, shopping, and spa/salon information. This information could be included in a bright and colorful welcome bag for each couple or guest.

Dinner is NOT your responsibility but can be hosted by the wedding couple, parents, or family friends if desired.

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wedding party, moms, and even grandmothers. Those who

Snorkeling tour, golf, fishing, or shopping, followed by a

would prefer to hang out at the pool or get a massage are OK

luncheon for the closest friends and the wedding party.

too, but it is not a good day for a lot of drinking or a sunburn!

The couple usually hosts this, but sometimes, it can be an

The couple and the wedding party should plan sufficient time

optional activity where each guest will pay for their meal.

to rest, at least an hour before they leave for the ceremony.

THE EVENT Make sure to allocate enough time for photos on your wedding site, both sides of the wedding party, and then for family portraits. This should take place at least 2 hours before the ceremony as it will give plenty of time for everyone to have a glass of champagne, touch up hair or makeup, etc.

Your wedding and reception should last a minimum of three hours, with 5 hours being sufficient. We recommend that transportation is provided to take guests back to their hotels or drop them in town at a favorite club for those who want to continue partying.

SUNDAY Some of your guests will head back home; however, urge them to leave on Monday so you will all have a chance to meet again, talk about the wedding, and make plans to see each other again soon. It is a great day to relax at the pool,

REHEARSAL PARTY EVENT Could include a sunset cruise or a fun, casual dinner for everyone at a great restaurant in town, say 7 - 10 p.m. Those that wish can stay in town and hit the clubs after dinner.

We strongly recommend that as the couple, you encourage guests to head back to their hotels by midnight so that everyone gets a good night's sleep in preparation for the big day! Usually, one side of the family traditionally hosts this evening.

SATURDAY This should start as a low-key day, as your wedding will

beach, or a favorite local restaurant.

Those friends and family who are staying on for more vacation time are now on their own! It is time for the wedding couple to have their honeymoon. If you have all been staying together at one hotel, we recommend that you move to another, in a more secluded location. On your honeymoon, enjoy being pampered! It would be best if you did not have to worry about entertaining family or friends.

We have had some couples who rent a car and travel up the Baja peninsula to a very remote location.

typically begin in the late afternoon. We recommend a relaxing morning, a little beach or pool or meditation time.

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P R O F E S S I O N A L W E D D I N G PLANNERS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS A wedding professional offers the most reliable resources to plan your Wedding Destination; he/she will save you countless hours and money. Her/His responsibilities can include:

We have listed some professional Wedding Plan Account Name

Email

About Love Cabo

adriana@aboutlovecabo.com

Amy Abbbot Events

amy@amyabbottevents.com

Bridal Dreams Wedding

leoan@bridaldreams.weddin

Cabo In Love

paola@caboinlove.com

Cabo Wedding Services

tammy@caboweddings.mx

Cabolines things and more

carmen@cabolinesthingsand

Creative Destination Events

suzanne@suzannemorel.com

other lodgings in various price ranges.

Del Cabo Event Design

info@delcaboeventdesign.co

6. On-site coordination of each event.

Del Cabo Weddings

info@delcaboeventdesign.co

7. Photography and videography coordination.

Elena Damy

carlos@elenadamy.com

Events by Bliss

bonnie@eventsbybliss.com

Karla Casillas & Co.

hello@karlacasillasandco.co

Le it Bloom (diseño floral)

info@letitbeevents.com

Look at me Brides

me@lookatmebrides.com

Lulu Keneddy

info@lulukennedy.com

Marianna Idirin

hola@mariannaidirin.com

Martha Ayala Weddings

info@marthaayalaweddings.

Martha Huerta

mhuerta@marthahuerta.com

Miroslava Bautista

hola@miroslavabautista

planning of any wedding is

Momentos Weddings and Events

Fatima@momentosloscabos

enjoying – both what you are

Palms Weddings & Events

info@palmsweddingsandeve

doing and who is making

The Main Event Cabo

info@themaineventcabo.com

this dream day come true.

Unique Cabo Weddings

luba@uniquecaboweddings.c

Vivid Ocassions

gaby@vividoccasions.com

Yes! In Cabo

events@yesincabo.com

1. Making all legal arrangements for your wedding.

2. Booking your wedding officiant.

3. Providing a complete "plan" once you have decided what type of wedding you would like to host.

4. Providing recommendations and booking all locations, music, menus, flowers, transportation, and any other services you may require.

5. Providing recommendations on local hotels, villas, and

8. Liaison between event locations and client.

9. Most important - responsible, caring service so that you can arrive, relax, and not worry about anything!

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KINDS OF CEREMONIES

YOU WILL FIND IN LOS CABOS From Jewish and Christian celebrations to week-long Hindu

and include special readings, songs and rituals. A symbolic

affairs and traditional Catholic nuptials in Los Cabos you will

ceremony is not legally valid and will not change your

find inspiration on wedding themes and styles for all kind of

marital status. You may choose to have a civil ceremony in

culture and traditions.

your hometown and a symbolic ceremony in Los Cabos.

Do you want something traditional or romantic? Outdoors

SAME-SEX MARRIAGE (LGTBQ+)

or indoors? Would you like to incorporate as much of your

Same-sex marriage is legally recognized in Los Cabos;

culture as you can into the wedding ceremony, or would you

couples of all orientations and identities have mixed-gender

like to keep things simple and small? Answers to these types

wedding parties. Let the wedding planners connect you

of questions could also help you when choosing from either

with the perfect LGBT-friendly venue that matches your

of the wedding categories below.

personality and style, turn your decor ideas into a concrete wedding design plan, and coordinate all the essential day

LEGAL CEREMONY

details that will exceed your expectations.

A civil ceremony is an official way to get married in Los Cabos, as it legally changes your marital status from

BOHEMIAN BEACH ELOPEMENT

"single" to "married" and is recognized worldwide as a legal

Los Cabos offers the best backdrops for a romantic "running

marriage. The ceremony lasts between 10-20 minutes and is

away" wedding. Packages include Minister, Photographer,

performed in Spanish (translator optional) by a designated

location, personal flowers and live music.

officiant. A civil ceremony in Los Cabos is like a courthouse/ Justice of the Peace ceremony in the United States.

JEWISH WEDDINGS Although there are no Jewish synagogues in Los Cabos,

Civil ceremonies can be performed at the local Registry Office

couples wanting a Jewish wedding may fly in their rabbi to

Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Alternatively;

perform the ceremony.

civil ceremonies may be performed at a location of your choice for an additional fee.

INDIAN WEDDINGS

Keep in mind that you cannot get married at the Registry

Hindu weddings are a long process with various rituals that

Office on Saturday, Sunday, or any Mexican holiday.

may take days to be executed. Every single custom and practice in a wedding ceremony has deep philosophical

RELIGIOUS OR SYMBOLIC CEREMONY

and spiritual significance. Throughout the world, Hindus

This kind of ceremony is like a typical U.S. wedding in that it

adhere to these sets of rituals and continue the traditions of

allows you to choose your officiant, personalize your vows,

marriage unique amongst those in the world.

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CATHOLIC NUPTIALS

VOWS RENEWAL

Catholicism only allows marriages to be performed in a

Vow renewal ceremonies are unique and meaningful while

church. You will also need to consult with your hometown

wholly re-committing yourselves to each other.

church officials, as a Catholic wedding in Los Cabos requires

PREHISPANIC WEDDING

additional paperwork from the church you attend.

Prehispanic, Nuptial Purification Elopement. Timeless and meaningful ancestral traditions are undertaken in this sacred seaside celebration.

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Some of the most known churches and cathedrals in the Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo area include:

A destination wedding in Los Cabos gives couples the opportunity to plan a personalized wedding set against a

Mision de San Jose del Cabo Anuiti Catholic Church -

beautiful backdrop. You may choose to exchange vows in

A beautiful historic mission built by missionary Father

a charming chapel with a traditional Spanish ceremony or

Nicholas Tamaral and Visitador Jose Echeverria in 1730.

you may want to include customs, traditions, and aesthetics unique to Los Cabos and Mexico. Some of the most popular

Parroquia de San Lucas Evangelista - The central Catholic

include:

Church in Cabo San Lucas for bilingual masses. It is simple

CHURCH WEDDING A church wedding is great for couples looking to incorporate

structure has not changed much in appearance since its original construction in 1730. It only has ceiling fans for cooling.

traditional religious beliefs and customs into their marriage.

A destination wedding planner can help you find the perfect

Santuario de Guadalupe Catholic Church - This Cabo San

spot, whether it is a quaint chapel located on a resort

Lucas church boasts a more modern construction with

or historical beauty inside the city proper. Although the

a spacious inside. The Feast of the Virgin Guadalupe is

prevailing religion in Mexico is Christian/Catholic, Los Cabos

celebrated here each December 12th with masses, parades,

welcomes and offers church services for various beliefs.

fairs, and fireworks.

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MEXICAN-THEMED WEDDING If you want to infuse your wedding with the fiesta spirit, there is no better way to do so than through a celebration of bright colors and signature Mexican style. Think Frida Kahlo, embroidery and pom poms, folk art, mariachi bands, taco bars, Mexican candy, pinatas, and paper flowers.

SPIRITUAL WEDDING Getting married in Los Cabos offers couples a unique opportunity to incorporate Mexico's rich prehispanic roots into their wedding ceremony. A Mayan wedding includes a ceremony, offering, and banquet that pays tribute to centuries of spiritual history.

The Ceremony: An officiant or shaman will draw a circle on the ground and invite the couple to step inside the circle.

Then, the couple will exchange vows, rings, and any unique objects that are meaningful to both. Copal incense is burned to purify the union, accompanied by traditional songs, flutes, and drums.

The Offering: After the ceremony, the couple will offer gifts to the four elements (earth, wind, fire, water). Contributions may include corn (symbolizing the beginning of life together) and cocoa (symbolizing wealth and prosperity).

The Banquet: Friends and family enjoy a traditional Mayan feast, which may include chicken/beef/pork tamales, cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork dish), poc chuc (citrusmarinated pork dish), avocado, beans, rice, and pozol (local drink made with corn and cocoa).

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BREATHTAK I NG V E NU E S C O M B I NI NG

DE SER T A N D SEA

Los Cabos offers a variety of venues ideally

pampering and you have the Grand Velas for a super-

suited for your next event from beautiful

luxurious celebration on a golden sand beach, expansive

restaurants

oceanfront terrace, or opulent ballroom. Flora Farms will

to

beachfront

terraces,

farmlands and Canyons.

host a truly organic celebration in one of their numerous private outdoor areas like a mango grove with barn (where

Los Cabos is beyond ideal for whatever kind of wedding

Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo exchanged I do’s!), or

you are dreaming of, from toes-in-the-sand casual to

an herb garden amphitheater. For a more spiritual and

over-the-top elegant. Check out the Sunset Chapel at

holistic union, Baja Wellness offers symbolic weddings

Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach if you want a beach wedding

with different ceremonial rituals. Most resorts offer a

but still with a church ceremony, and Hotel El Ganzo can

variety of possibilities, and most include wedding planning

put together an unforgettable event that celebrates your

as part of their services at no additional fee.

diversity and creativity. Combine all- inclusive with uber

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WHERE TO GET MARRIED IN LOS CABOS VENUES & RESORTS Whether you’re destined for Cabo San Lucas or San Jose del Cabo, you’ll find some of the world’s most breathtaking Cabo wedding venues in this region of Mexico. Here are just a few favorites:

RESTAURANT WEDDING VENUES Los Cabos is home to some of the most unique restaurants with top chefs. Couples and their wedding guests will enjoy having some of the finest dining at their fingertips as they watch the sky turn into a tropical mix of colors and the sun set over the ocean.

FARM-TO-TABLE RESTAURANTS Flora Farms Select areas of the farm are available for private gatherings and special events. Couples can make use of the gorgeous lit tent, herb garden amphitheater, lakeside lawn, and rustic barn in the mango orchard. To ensure guests receive a fresh and unique dining experience, menu items vary with the field offerings. The number of guests, time of year, and type of celebration also help determine which venue and event menu is the best fit.

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Acre

Huerta Los Tamarindos

Acre can accommodate both intimate and extravagant

17-acre farm Maximum Capacity 200 pax. Los Tamarindos

weddings. This magical space was made for celebrations

is located in a farmhouse dating back to the 19th Century,

with its tiled dance floor and twinkling string lights in the

and due to its fertile soil quickly became one of the region’s

mango orchard, the open-air rooftop perched above the

most important organic farms and Restaurant.

bar, and a restaurant that serves up unforgettable dishes.

Wedded couples and their guests can get comfortable in one of the 12 chic treehouses, dine on local dishes after the ceremony, sip on agave cocktails, then dance under a starlit sky.

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El Huerto Their guests will experience the feel of a small functioning Baja farm and take a glimpse of where food comes from and how it is produced.

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Puerto Raiz Puerto Raiz is a natural sanctuary made up of beautiful gardens, orchards, natural flora and fauna, and recreational areas. Their setting provides an unforgettable experience where you and your guests can connect with nature and each other.

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RESTAURANTS Sunset Monalisa Weddings at Sunset Monalisa are infused with Los Cabos vibes, sunlight over the sea, Instagram-worthy photos, delectable dining, and exceptional service. Exchange vows and celebrate by the water’s edge on one of the many terraces or set up your dream wedding space in the indoor section of Sunset Monalisa or Sunset Point. Not only is the location one of the most sought after in all of Los Cabos, but every dish is created from fresh ingredients brought in daily to ensure the richest flavors.

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Toro Latin Kitchen The Toro concept comes from acclaimed chef and restaurateur Richard Sandoval, recognized as the "Father of modern Mexican cuisine," who has an international collection of 40 Latin American-inspired restaurants worldwide. At Toro, he masterfully blends Pan Latin cuisine with South American, Japanese and Chinese influences.

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Don Sanchez Restaurant Contemporary Baja and “Modern Mexican” cuisine Maximum Capacity: 300 pax By extremely fresh local products found in the Baja California peninsula, offers an extraordinary culinary experience that celebrates the abundance from the farm, the sea and the ranch.

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Tres Gallos Restaurant Mexican artisan Cuisine Maximum Capacity:230 pax Los Tres Gallos is a culinary experience for those who are in search of the real aromas and flavors of Mexican Cuisine.

All their old family recipes have been perfected over time, thanks to their moms and grandmas that have been cooking them all their lives.

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LOS CABOS WEDDING RESORTS There is no shortage of world-class resorts perfect for couples dreaming of a destination wedding in Los Cabos.

With the rustic desert and tranquil sea as the backdrop, it’s hard not to find a venue that fits everyone’s needs and styles.

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LOS CABOS WED Cabo San Lucas / Pacifico

Plan

Total of Rooms

Wedding Coordinator

Nobu Hotel Los Cabos

EP

200

Yes

mcastro@nobuho

All Inclusive EP & All Inclusive

639

Yes

maguirre@hrh

755

Yes

eventplanner@pu

Plan

Total of Rooms

Wedding Coordinator

Unlimited-Luxury

169

Yes

weddings.brcsl@bre

Cabo Villas Beach Resort & Spa

EP

100

Yes

weddings@cabovilla

Casa Dorada Los Cabos, Resort & Spa

EP

181

Yes

weddings@cas

Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & SPA

EP & All Inclusive

464

perla.lino@villa

Hotel Riu Santa Fé

All Inclusive

1190

Yes Yes

Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas

All Inclusive

602

Yes

weddings@

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California

All Inclusive

692

Yes

weddings@

Total of Rooms

Wedding Coordinator

E-ma

Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Spa & Resort Cabo San Lucas / Pacifico Breathless Cabos San Lucas Resort & Spa

E-ma

weddings@

Tourist Corridor

Plan

The Cape, A Thompson Hotel

EP

157

Yes

megan.barron@tho

Esperanza, an Auberge Resort

EP

62

Yes

grissel.zavala@aub

Hacienda Encantada Resort & Residences

EP

63

Yes

mguillen@mexicog

Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos Resort Villas & Golf

EP & All Inclusive

542

Yes

vsantoyo@haciend

All Inclusive

547

Yes

romanceexpert1fa

EP

150

Yes

mlcsales@m

All Inclusive

307

Yes

aforcelledod@ve

EP & All Inclusive

315

Yes

dulce.zuniga@ta

Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos

All Inclusive

374

Yes

weddingleadcatcher@

Solaz, A Luxury Collection Resort

EP

113

No

Jose.Pineda@Luxur

All Inclusive

308

Yes

weddings.drelc@dre

Casa del Mar Boutique Resort & Spa

EP

70

No

sara.nunez@casadelm

Paradisus Los Cabos Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort

All Inclusive

350

Yes

romance.paradisus.lo

EP

375

Yes

LosCabos_Weddin

Marquis Los Cabos All Inclusive and Spa Resort

234 174

Yes Yes

weddings@marqu

One&Only Palmilla

All Inclusive EP

San José del Cabo

Plan

Total of Rooms

Wedding Coordinator

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos

All Inclusive

Viceroy Los Cabos

EP

591 192

Yes Yes

yadira.hernandez

Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos

All Inclusive

350

Yes

granfaroloscabos.wed

Royal Solaris Los Cabos

All Inclusive

390

Yes

weddings@hotel

EP EP

322 69

Yes Yes

Groups@diamon teresa@elga

All Inclusive EP

500 299

Yes Yes

weddings.seplc@se jwlc.arivera@gru

EP

115

Yes

heda.chehda@ri

Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos Montage Los Cabos Grand Velas Los Cabos Garza Blanca Resort & Spa Los Cabos

Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa

Cabo Azul Resort Hotel El Ganzo Secrets Puerto Los Cabos JW Marriott Los Cabos Zadún, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve 26

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E-ma

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DDING RESORTS Total of Venues

Chapel

SPA

Beauty Salon

Bridal Room

otelloscabos.com

5

No

Esencia Wellness Spa

Yes

No

Visit Website

hloscabos.com

6

Yes

Rock Spa®

Yes

Yes

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ueblobonito.com

5

Yes

Armonía Spa

Yes

No

Visit Website

Total of Venues

Chapel

SPA

Beauty Salon

Bridal Room

eathlessresorts.com

5

No

Relax Spa By Pevonia®

Yes

No

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asbeachresort.com

5

No

Sparitual

Yes

Yes

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sadorada.com

3

No

Saltwater Spa

Yes

Yes

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agroup.com.mx

2

No

Desert Spa

Yes

No

Visit Website

@riu.com

No

Renova Spa

Yes

No

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@riu.com

2 2

No

Renova Spa

Yes

No

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@riu.com

2

No

Renova Spa

Yes

Yes

Visit Website

Total of Venues

Chapel

SPA

Beauty Salon

Bridal Room

Web Page

ompsonhotels.com

2

No

Currents Spa

Yes

No

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bergeresorts.com

2

No

Esperanza Spa

No

Yes

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grandhotels.com

4

Yes

Milagro spa

Yes

Yes

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dadelmar.com.mx

7

Yes

Cactus SPA

Yes

Yes

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alc@posadas.com

6

No

Somma Wine Spa

No

Yes

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montage.com

7

No

Spa Montage

Yes

No

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elasresorts.com

6

No

SE Spa

Yes

Yes

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aferresorts.com

6

No

Spa Imagine

Yes

No

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@palaceresorts.com

5

No

BlancSpa

Yes

Yes

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ryCollection.com

12

No

Ojo de Liebre Los Cabos Spa

Yes

No

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eamsresorts.com

4

No

Dreams Spa by Pevonia®

6

No

Sueños del Mar Spa

No Yes

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marboutique.com

Yes Yes

oscabos@melia.com

8

No

YHI Spa

Yes

Yes

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ngs@hilton.com

8

No

Eforea Spa

Yes

Yes

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uisloscabos.com

5 7

No Yes

Spa Marquis One&Only Spa

Yes Yes

Yes

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Total of Venues

Chapel

SPA

Beauty Salon

Bridal Room

No

Yes

No

Zen Spa THE SPA

Yes

ez@viceroy.com

7 11

Yes

No

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ddings@barcelo.com

1

No

Deep Blue Spa

Yes

No

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lessolaris.com

7

No

Yes

Yes

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ndresorts.com anzo.com

2 5

Yes No

Paz Body and Mind Spa Spa at El Ganzo

Yes Yes

No Yes

Visit Website Visit Website

ecretsresorts.com upodiestra.com

5 5

No No

Secrets Spa by Pevonia® Jasha Spa

Yes Yes

No No

Visit Website Visit Website

itzcarlton.com

6

No

Spa Alkemia

Yes

No

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ail

ail

ail

ndonlypalmilla.com

ail

@hyatt.com

Yes

Web Page

Web Page

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CELEBRITY WEDDINGS

IN LOS CABOS

Los Cabos has been selected as the perfect place to get

beach party on the Friday before the wedding at El Dorado

married by many celebrities, including actors, singers,

Golf & Beach Club.

athletes and rock stars due to its perfect weather.

KEITH RICHARDS AND PATTI HANSEN

NAYA RIVERA AND RYAN DORSEY Glee actress Naya Rivera married the actor Ryan Dorsey on

On December 18th, 1983, the legendary Rolling Stones

July 19th, 2014 in a private ceremony in Cabo San Lucas. The

guitarist married model and actress Patti Hansen at the

July 19th date was especially important to Ryan because it

Hotel Finisterra, Cabo San Lucas. Family and friends

is also his birthday. The happy couple invited only 12 close

attended, and Mick Jagger was, of course, the best man.

family members and kept the entire affair a secret from the media until after the wedding.

MICHAEL PHELPS AND NICOLE JOHNSON Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps married his longtime girlfriend Nicole Johnson in October 2016 at El Dorado Golf and Beach Club in Los Cabos. Guests were greeted with live Mariachi music, a taco bar, shots of tequila and a bottle of Corona beer.

KELSEA BALLERINI AND MORGAN EVANS Country music stars Kelsea Ballerini and Morgan Evans married in a ceremony by the ocean in Cabo San Lucas

ELI MANNING AND ABBY MCGREW

on December 2nd, 2017. After a whirlwind romance and a

Quarterback Eli Manning married his college sweetheart

nine-month engagement, Kelsea commented on her Twitter

Abby McGrew in a beachfront wedding on April 19th, 2008.

account, “Woke up to the hottest human I’ve ever seen

Sixty guests joined the intimate ceremony at the One&Only

wearing a ring and ate leftover wedding cake for breakfast

Palmilla Hotel overlooking the Sea of Cortés.

hello marriage.”

ADAM LEVINE AND BEHATI PRINSLOO The lead singer of Maroon 5 and Victoria Secret model Behati Prinsloo married at Flora Farms in San Jose del Cabo on July 19th, 2014. More than 300 guests were there for the happy couple’s special day, and I’m sure the organic menu of Flora Farms impressed everyone. Not wanting to leave anything to chance, the couple held a rehearsal dinner 28

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TOURS & EXPERIENCES Los Cabos comprises two towns, San Jose del Cabo and Cabo

SUNRISE MEDITATIONS

San Lucas, linked by a 20-mile corridor. But these two sister

Wake up on your wedding day with the blessings of Naam to

towns couldn't be more different. San José del Cabo is a

give love and gratitude to the creator for giving you this day.

traditional Mexican town renowned for its Art District where

These special Divine Spiritual Alchemy sunrise meditations

you can find the best restaurants from all over the world and

at the beach are designed to synchronize your energy and

stylish shops. If you're looking for a lively downtown vibe,

attune you with the flow of the Universe, opening your heart

bustling marina and an all-day, all-night party atmosphere,

and expanding your mind for your big and special day.

Cabo San Lucas is the place for you.

Whether it is surfing, snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding or simply a romantic walk by the shore, Los Cabos has unique experiences for you and your guests.

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KAYAKING Enjoy the protected coves and serene waters of Chileno Bay, Santa Maria Bay, and Lovers Beach. As the approach is usually silent via kayak, it is easier not to startle wildlife naturally.

There are also glass bottom kayaks that allow you the see

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stunning sea life as you paddle through The Arch. In this

SUNSET AND SNORKELING TOURS

famous Baja Peninsula landmark, The Pacific Ocean joins

Enjoy a sunset experience with the majestic Land's End

the celestial emerald waters of the Sea of Cortés.

scenery as a backdrop for a three-hour excursion.

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Additional snorkeling opportunities attract lovers of sea life

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to the calm waters of Chileno Bay and Santa María Bay.

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PADDLE BOARD (SUP)

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Standing up Paddle boarding is a water activity that requires

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balance and strength, but nearly anyone can do it with the

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proper instruction. As you paddle, you can explore the waters

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of Los Cabos near sea lions, sea birds, and dolphins.

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SCUBA DIVING Los Cabos is one of Mexico's top scuba dive destinations.

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Our expert dive instructors know the best locations for both

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beginners and more advanced divers.

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Enjoy an unforgettable experience at "Cabo Pulmo" national park, famous for its quantity of marine life and several natural reefs.

The famous "Sand falls" and "Sealion Colony" next to the Arch or a trip to "La Paz" which offers the unique opportunity to swim with whale sharks.

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HIKING Hiking is a favorite pastime! Various trails are located near indigenous flora and fauna from Sierra de la Laguna: Rancho Cacachilas, Estero San Jose del Cabo, Rancho Sol de Mayo, and Rancho el Refugio the hiker to experience the beauty all around.

Some trails even make your way through the Fox Canyon waterfall. You will be rewarded for your efforts on this uphill Cabo hike as there is a beautiful river along the way and a fresh-water pool, natural water slides, and a larger pool nestled at the base of a waterfall.

WHALE WATCHING TOUR Los Cabos whale watching tour is unlike any other whale watching experience in the world. This tour takes you on a stunning sunset adventure during the winter months, where you will hear the beautiful songs of humpback whales in their mating season. The Pacific Ocean's warm waters of Cabo San Lucas are known for the broad wildlife, including

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different whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

SPORTFISHING IN LOS CABOS The waters of Los Cabos enclose the Pacific Ocean and the

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Sea of Cortés. Both consist of prolific marine environments

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and submarine seamounts; countless species can be

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found anywhere from right along the shoreline to 60 miles.

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Its world-renowned striped marlin fishery highlights big

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game fishing in Los Cabos. Still, other marine sportfishing

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includes Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna

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and Dorado. Los Cabos is one of the world's best sportfishing

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destinations; more Marlin and Swordfish get caught here than anywhere else in the world. World-famous sport fishing tournaments, such as Bisbee's Black & Blue Marlin and East Cape Offshore derbies, are held annually. Catch & Release is the general rule.

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Private Club PR 9. Twin Dolphin Golf Club PR 10. Chileno Bay PU RE 11. Cabo Real Golf Club PR 12. El Dorado PU RE 13. Palmilla Golf Club PR 14. Querencia RE PU 15. Club Campestre San José RE PU 16. Vidanta Golf Los Cabos PU RE 17. Puerto Los Cabos Golf Club RE PR 18. Costa Palmas East Cape

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INSIDER TIPS LOCATION: Los Cabos refers to two towns— Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo — found at the end of Baja California Sur, about 1,000 miles south of San Diego, California, just south of the Tropic of Cancer.

POPULATION: Approximately 320,000 people live in Los Cabos.

CLIMATE: It’s a subtropical desert. During the summer, the highs can reach 90° F with sporadic showers. Winter evenings may drop to 60° F, with daytime highs near 80° F. TIME ZONE: Los Cabos is on Mountain Time (MT), which is one hour later than Pacific Time.

LANGUAGE: In Mexico, Spanish is the official language, but English is widely spoken throughout Los Cabos, especially by those within the hospitality industry.

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ELECTRICITY: 120 volts/60 hertz. Electrical outlets are the same as those used in the U.S. BANKS AND CURRENCY: The official unit of currency is the Mexican peso (MXN), but the U.S. dollar (USD) is widely accepted. All major Mexican national banks are represented here and are usually open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Many locations have ATMs that accept U.S. bank cards the same way they do in the U.S. Transaction fees may be higher, and some ATMs can dispense both Mexican pesos and U.S. dollars. While you can exchange dollars for pesos at the airport, many hotels or at any bank, banks usually have the best rates.

Credit cards are welcome at most major restaurants and hotels. When using your credit card, the statement total will appear in pesos at the exchange rate posted on that day.

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New Year’s Day Constitution Day Flag Day Benito Juárez Day Labor Day Battle of Puebla (Cinco de Mayo) Independence Day Día de la Raza (Columbus Day) Día de los Muertos Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe Christmas Day

LOS CABOS TOURISM BOARD Contact: Rodrigo Esponda, Managing Director Tel: (624) 143-4342 E-mail: responda@visitloscabos.travel Web site: VisitLosCabos.travel Toll-free: (800) 746-2226 X: @LosCabosTourism Facebook: Los Cabos Tourism Instagram: @LosCabosTourism YouTube: youtube.com/loscabostourism Share your experiences with us through social media using the hashtag #LosCabos.

BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR For information about Baja California Sur, call (612) 124-0100 or go to VisitBajaSur.travel.

EXCHANGE RATE: Mexican peso equaled .050 U.S. dollar. This rate changes regularly. Check what the rate is when you are ready to travel and once you arrive.

COMMUNICATION: Most major wireless carriers offer packages that provide messaging, calling and data services at reasonable rates.

Check with your provider and ask about roaming rates in Mexico, international package options and other travelrelated services prior to your trip. The Internet works quite well throughout Los Cabos, and Wi-Fi is a standard amenity at a number of businesses and most hotels and resorts, so Skype, FaceTime, Whatsapp and other Wi-Fi– enabled apps are a cost-effective way to stay connected.

To call the U.S. from your U.S. cell phone, dial 00 + 1 + area code + phone number. To call locally to landlines, just dial the seven-digit phone number.

To call locally to local cell phones (within the same area code), dial 044 + phone number.

To call Mexico outside of Los Cabos, dial 01 + area code + phone number.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: Mexico celebrates a number of public holidays annually. Except for banks and government offices being closed, your vacation plans should not be disrupted because of them.

CAR RENTAL AT OR NEAR THE AIRPORT Alamo .............................................. (624) 146-1900 Avis .................................................. (624) 146-0046 Budget ............................................. (800) 002-8343 Dollar................................................ (624) 146-5012 E-Z Car Rental ................................ (800) 216-7700 Fox Rent A Car ................................ (800) 225-4369 Hertz ............................................... (800) 405-7000 National .......................................... (877) 222-9058 Payless ........................................... (624) 105-8411 TEN Car Rental .............................. (624) 172-2402 Thrifty ............................................. (624) 146-5030 GETTING AROUND To get from one town to the other, you can expect to pay between $50 and $60. Red and yellow taxi vans operate in San José del Cabo; blue and green vans cruise Cabo San Lucas. They are available 24 hours a day and are never far. Buses run regularly and cost $2–3, depending on the exchange rate.

Accounting for stops at major hotels along The Corridor, the ride takes between both towns can take about an hour. As of 2018, Uber is also available in Los Cabos.

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AIRPORT & TRAVEL DETAILS To enter Mexico, you need a valid passport. All foreign travelers must pass through immigration and customs. Once you have been cleared by immigration officials, collect your luggage and proceed to customs where you push a button on something that looks a lot like a traffic light; if the light turns red, your luggage has been selected for inspection. After getting through customs and immigration, you may walk past timeshare sales people eager for your attention.

Unless you’ve arranged pickup with your hotel, yellow and white mini shuttles are a good option. They are less expensive than taxis, but they won’t depart unless full, so you may find yourself waiting a few minutes.

Atlanta; Charlotte; Chicago; Dallas/ Fort Worth; Denver; Detroit; Houston; Kansas City, Mo.; Minneapolis; Newark; Phoenix; Salt Lake City and Seattle.

From California, there are flights and connections available from Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco and San Jose. From Canada, there are flights available from Calgary, Edmonton, Kelowna, Toronto,Vancouver and Winnipeg.

Cab drivers and other pre-arranged transportation providers have a designated waiting area just outside.

Just 20 minutes north of San José del Cabo, the Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), services more than 400 domestic, international and private flights weekly. At press time, the following airlines offered flights to Los Cabos: Aeroméxico, Aero Pacífico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Calafia Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Interjet, Magnicharters, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Sunwing, United Airlines, VivaAerobús, Volaris and WestJet. Nonstop flights and connections to Los Cabos are available from numerous cities across the U.S., including

Air Canada .....................(800) 296-3408

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The smaller, less frequented airport Cabo San Lucas International Airport (CSL) services mostly private aircraft.

It is located just 10 minutes away from downtown Cabo San Lucas.

AIRLINE PHONE NUMBERS Aeroméxico ................... (624) 146-5098 Alaska Airlines ...............(800) 252-7522 American Airlines ..........(800) 433-7300

CONSULATES U.S. Consular Agency The Shoppes at Palmilla Carr. Transpeninsular, Km. 27.5, Local B221. San José del Cabo Tel: (624) 143-3566 E-mail: ConAgencyLosCabos@state.gov Consular Agency of Canada Carr. Transpeninsular, Km. 0.5 Plaza San Lucas, Local 82 Col. El Tezal, Cabo San Lucas Tel: (624) 142-4333 • (800) 706-2900 E-mail: lcabo@international.gc.ca IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS: Emergency – 911 Federal Highway Patrol (624) 122-5735 (624) 125-3584 Cabo San Lucas Fire Department (624) 143-3577

Calafia Airlines ..............(800) 560-3949

San José del Cabo Fire Department (624) 142-2466

Delta Airlines .................(800) 221-1212

Airport – (624) 122-1486

Frontier ..........................(800) 432-1359 Interjet ...........................(866) 285-9525 Magnicharters ............(55) 51-41-13-51 Southwest Airlines .........(800) 435-9792 Spirit Airlines .................(855) 882-0464 Sun Country Airlines ......(800) 359-6786 Sunwing .........................(800) 668-4224 United Airlines ...............(800) 864-8331 VivaAerobús ...................(888) 935-9848

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AMC Hospital (American Medical Center) (624) 143 4911 Blue Net (624) 104 3911 H+ Hospital (624) 104 9300 Hospiten (624) 145 6000 Saint Luke´s Medical Center Care (624) 143 0911

Volaris ............................(55) 1102-8000

Prime Lab Molecular Diagnostic (612) 203 8011

WestJet ..........................(888) 937-8538

Luxury Clinic & Lab (624) 247 1706

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