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About Los Cabos

Published in Winter 2008/09 edition of Cabo Noche magazine

By Cabo Noche on Sunday March 9, 2008

COMMERCIAL FLIGHT DISTANCES

(HOURS & MINUTES) TO LOS CABOS FROM:

• Mexico City – 1:18
• San Diego – 1:25
• Las Vegas – 1:36
• Los Angeles – 1:37
• Havana – 3:04
• Chicago – 3:12
• Miami – 3:17
• Toronto – 3:54
• New York – 4:15
• Montreal – 4:29
• Tokyo – 10:30
• Dakar – 10:33
• Zurich – 11:02
• Prague – 11:13
• Moscow – 11:48
• Dubai – 15:50

CABO REINVENTED

Transcending its roots, Los Cabos has been emerging as one of the world’s most contemporary resort destinations. Read more HERE.

MONEY

Most businesses take US dollars, but you may get pesos back for change. Though this is not the “exact” rate of exchange, most businesses in Los Cabos use the basic "10 to 1" ratio up to "13 to 1":

PAPER BILLS:

• $50 Pesos = $5 US
• $100 Pesos = $10 US
• $200 Pesos = $20 US
• $500 Pesos = $50 US

COINS:

• $1 Peso = 10¢ US
• $2 Pesos = 20¢ US
• $5 Pesos = 50¢ US
• $10 Pesos = $1 US

For the official exchange rate or to exchange currency, visit any Mexican bank. Most Mexican banks have cash machines and most are valid for the withdrawal of pesos only (with an American or Canadian ATM or credit card).

PHONES

Call your local cell phone provider to assure that your cell is programmed for use or service within the country of Mexico. When calling the U.S. or Canada from your cell phone, dial 001 + the area code and phone number. If calling a Mexico “cell” phone from a “land-line”, you must dial 044 + the area code (usually 624 in Cabo) and the 7-digit phone number.

Calling the USA or Canada from a landline in Mexico can be costly. However, many local businesses offer free or inexpensive calls to the U.S., Canada and beyond. Several restaurants in Plaza Puerto Paraiso (in San Lucas) offer these services.

CULTURE & “MAS”

Many locals speak English, but remember, Los Cabos is in “Mexico”... so be patient, not all locals speak fluent English.

Ask restaurants if they accept credit cards before you sit down... not all do. When you are done eating, you will need to ask for the check, by saying “La cuenta por favor.” In Mexico, it is considered rude to deliver the check before you ask for it. Gratuities are up to you. However bare in mind that tips are a large portion of a local’s (working in the service industry) income. When leaving a tip, 15% to 20% is the norm. Gratuities are sometimes added to the total, so be sure to check the bill.

THE LEGAL DRINKING AGE IS 18.

WEATHER

Cabo gets 300 to 350 days of sunshine, with a climate somewhat comparable to Palm Springs, California, but surrounded by two oceans. In the winter months, Cabo averages mid to upper 70's during the day.

There are more than 850 species of marine life in Los Cabos, and Land’s End is also the “Marlin Capital of the World!” And "The Aquarium of the World” is what Jacques Cousteau said about Cabo Pulmo, located about 40 miles north of San José del Cabo on the eastern cape of Baja. More at: www.hautter.com/cabo-pulmo.

CABO NOCHE RECOMENDED ACTIVITIES

Sailing, snorkeling and sunset cruises on the SPIN DOCTOR are amazing. Reserve at (044) 624 122 0330 or save 10% when you reserve online here.

Experience Cabo’s best scuba diving at ANDROMEDA DIVERS (at Medano Beach). PADI certified, beginners welcome. Reserve at 624 147 7136 or click here.

Swim with the dolphins at Cabo Dolphins, or enjoy an outdoor adventure with Cabo Adventures. Reserve today at 624.173.9500 or click here.

Experience a romantic jazz and wine tour tonight, aboard one of Cabo's largest and most luxurious cateamarans, the Tropicat. Reservations reccomended at 624.143.3797, or for more information, click here.

Court time at the all-new Palmilla Tennis Club is open to the public for a limited time and memberships are available while supplies last. For more information, click here. To reserve or purchase a membership, call 624.156.5972 or 624.157.2210.

Learn how to surf from experienced and NSSIA Certified instructors at Costa Azul. Reserve your group or private lessons today at 624.142.2771 or click here.

Los Cabos and Baja California Sur are located within the Mountain Time Zone.

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