Summer in Cabo

SUMMER IN CABO

For those fortunate ones that will stay in Cabo for the summer, just forget for a while the fact that is going to be a hot summer and let’s think about all the fun things you will get to do in this season.

We should first let everyone know that Cabo is a paradise, and many people have chosen to live here for many reasons, one of them is the weather.

360 days of Sunny weather, and average temperatures of 80°F, except the summer when it can go up to 100°F or more. Yes I know what you are thinking, that is far from paradise weather! But the good news is these degrees are just for a few months, August and September are the hardest ones. Anyway, many of the local residents just run away to enjoy cooler summers up in their country. The rest of us, however, just have to stay, so we put ourselves the “Hot Summer” mode, we try not to complain all the time about weather and of course we have our advantages.

If you are planning to be in Cabo for this warm season, please take note:

SUP, or Stand Up Paddle, has become oneof the trendiest activities in Cabo. From a personal experience I have to say I am not a surfer and not fan of hard working exercise… so I was a little reluctant about doing it. But from the first time I finally did it, I have to say I am always looking for the time to do it again and again. Is almost like walking on the water, such a peaceful experience! The best time to practice SUP is early in the morning, before all the boats and wave runners start to pack the beach, perhaps around 7 or 8 am. If you go to Medano Beach you will find many options for renting the paddle and the surfboard, they will give you a 10 minutes first lesson and that is it! Go and enjoy it, feel safe there is nothing to fear of. Average rates are from 20 USD per hour.

Surf, even if I do not practice this amazing sport, if you like waves do not hesitate to come and enjoy the marvelous waves down in Cabo. Or if you want to learn, you can take lessons in many places along the Baja.

Restaurants discounts, well I must say this is my favorite thing! The list of gourmet places to discover in Cabo is almost endless, but the best part about the summer is that there are many restaurants that offer a very good discount for those who stay, imagine going to the best places in town for very reasonable prices.

Also the GolfCourses offer good discounts during the summer, as long as you cover yourself with Sun Screen and wear a cap, you will be totally safe and can practice this amazing sport. There are many choices, courses designed by personalities such as Jack Nichlaus, Tom Fazio and  Davis Love III are waiting for you.

Of course the snorkeling, fishing, cruising, camping by the beach, etc., are great to do with the warm weather. Also try excursions to Miraflores, La Paz, Todos Santos, the East Coast and the surrounding are full of adventures.

In doors activities with air conditioning such as going to the Cinema, shopping and a visiting a Spa are never a bad idea.

For more info visit the links:

Golf: Cabogolf.com

Surf: Surfincabo.com

Adventures: CaboAdventures.com

Real Estate: CaboforLife.com

A Farm in Cabo, an extraordinary dinner

I have been privileged to be able to enjoy very good food in different places in Cabo, I will eventually go through the great restaurants you definitely have to try when you are in Baja… but I want to start with my favorite one, the place is called Flora Farms, located in the area of Puerto Los Cabos in San José.

Flora Farms Web Page

My husband and I were invited to listen to Nena Anderson, owner of a very sweet voice and great talent, she is from San Diego and Flora Farms invited her to play in their restaurant. We were seated with the hosts and friends and really enjoyed this evening, such as everybody there, as the place was packed. The ambiance was perfect; delightful dinner; warm lights and flowers surrounding the restaurant and of course the music by Nina who made us all feel we have known her for a life time. The music was familiar but at the same time refreshing.

Want to hear about the food there? Is to die for!! First of all, everything they have in their menu is organic, the flavors are really the best you can get in your mouth, no chemicals... just the real flavor. They have these thin crust pizzas with all kind of ingredients, salads, pastas and the homemade bread is really addictive.  

All meats served at Floras Field Kitchen come from their ranch where animals are humanely raised on diets that do not include hormones or antibiotics.

My favorites here are the Beet carpaccio, the Margarita pizza and the fish of the day served with cous cous and eggplant.

Our dinners are always paired with the best wines. You see, my husband is a Sommelier for Baja Wines, so you can imagine he is always taking care of the good harmony in our table. Baja Wines has the best List of Wines covering all the areas in the world, all kinds of budgets but above all, supporting the best Mexican wineries from Baja California… so contact them if you wish to have a “sip” of Baja.

Baja Wines Web Page

For the ones with the sweet tooth, well be careful, desserts are DELICIOUS... chocolate cake, plums crêpes, carrot cake and a banana dessert that is so fresh and rich that you will become selfish for a moment and will not want to share it at all.

If you are coming to Cabo, this place has to be on your list.

Hope you enjoyed these lines; I will keep you updated with more options and up-dates about our Paradise!

Cabo San Lucas Marina

Marina of Cabo San Lucas is just over a decade old, features 380 slips and accommodates yatchts up to 300 feet. The views of the marina are great, you can rent a boat to go fishing, sunset cruising or snorkeling, and they all are super fun to do.

When you are in the Marina, you can also find some of the finest shops in Cabo, so get ready to some serious shopping. The main mall is called Puerto Paraiso, and there are many stores, the big names such as CH, Salvatore, Choppard, Zegna and more are in the Luxury Avenue section. The mall is facing the Marina of Cabo San Lucas; you can start your day there and have lunch in Señor Sweets, where you will totally indulge yourself with some of the best ice-cream in town. 

Ice cream - SEÑOR SWEETS

Or just take a walk by the marina and discover the best places to have that special dinner. One of my favorites is “La Galeria”, they have these Thai Shrimps totally delicious, or if you are vegetarian, they are one of the few places where they actually have a couple of choices, my favorite is the Molcajete vegetebles, try them, you will love them too!

Later at night, maybe you are in the mood of people and party, then you can have a beer or watch your favorite team playing at Baja Cantina or Baja Brewing, they all will welcome you and give you their best service. You can also visit the famous "Nowhere Bar" and have a drink, or two...

Welcome to Cabo, the place with warm weather and warm people, welcome to the marina, the boats, the sea and the fun!

Contact me if you need a place to enjoy Cabo for a life time.

www.caboforlife.com

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