![]() Once the cruise ships are in port, that is all you are going to see. If you are hoping to get the perfect picture of the bay and the iconic Land’s End rocks, snap that picture when you can. Hotel or resort staff can tell you the days cruise ships are in port. They are in Cabo San Lucas three days a week, so shop for your souvenirs on other days. Merchandise prices in the souvenir shops are often higher when the cruise ships are in port. Avoid Shopping When the Cruise Ships Are in Port So, I recommend saving your money and taking a cab or the bus. It is also difficult to find street parking in Cabo. We have also found that signals and stop signs are more of a suggestion than a rule, so be alert. Drawbacks to Renting a CarĬars and rental insurance in Mexico can be expensive. If this is the case, only rent a car for the actual days you need it or just kick back and relax and let a tour company drive you. The exception would be if you have plans to travel to areas such as Todos Santos or La Paz. Don’t Waste Your Money Renting a Carįor the most part, if you are staying in Cabo San Lucas, you won’t need a car. It is optimal to pre-book a shuttle through your hotel, resort or an independent company like Super Shuttle although you can also make arrangements at the airport. You can get a much better deal with a shuttle. The price of a taxi ride from the Los Cabos Airport to Cabo San Lucas is around $80 USD/1,487 pesos. The people outside are the legitimate shuttle or hotel representatives. They are a convincing bunch with resort or shuttle names on their shirts, but again, smile and walk, walk, walk until you get outside. J ust smile and keep walking because their goal is to convince you to attend a timeshare presentation. These individuals will be very helpful and offer to help you find a taxi, shuttle, resorts, tours, carry your luggage, etc. There is an area before exiting the Los Cabos Airport that has been referred to as “the gauntlet.” After leaving Customs and Immigration you will exit through automatic doors into another room where you will find a swarm of individuals offering to help you. Don’t Get Help from the Guys Inside the Airport The sun can be intense in Cabo, so whether walking around town or laying at the pool make sure you have sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses with you.Ĭheck out 10 Must-Have Travel Products You’ll Wish You’d Found Sooner for more ideas on what to bring on your trip to Cabo. Walk away friends, just walk away! Don’t Forget Sun Protection ![]() If it sounds too good to be true, it most likely is. Don’t Fall for What Seems Like the Deal of a Lifetime! Don’t be flashy with your money or expensive jewelry and don’t take unneeded risks. Be aware of your surroundings, in the evenings stay on the well-lit and populated streets. Don’t Take Unnecessary Risks While in Cabo San LucasĬabo is a safe vacation destination if you travel smart. If you are offered “party favors” while walking on the streets or along the beach while in Cabo, seriously just say no! The legal system in Mexico is not what you are used to so don’t risk it. Do you really want to spend time in a Mexico jail? Friends, t he answer should be NO! Just Say No to Party Favors You should know that bringing home prescription drugs without a prescription from a doctor is illegal and if caught at the airport you could be arrested. There are several pharmaceutical (Farmacia) shops in Cabo offering name brand medications such as Valium, Viagra, etc. Don’t Purchase Pharmaceuticals Without a Prescription Instead, head to Medano, Santa Maria or Chileno Beach. Although there are several areas in Cabo San Lucas where swimming is allowed, absolutely do not swim on the Pacific side of Cabo due to its harsh waves and strong undercurrent. Don’t Swim on the Pacific Side of Cabo San Lucasĭepending on where you are in Cabo, swimming in the ocean can be downright treacherous. However, there are some specific things you should not do while in Cabo San Lucas. ![]() Cabo San Lucas has a lot to offer its visitors from beautiful beaches, amazing restaurants, a wide variety of water activities to nightlife that will keep you out until early morning hours.
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