The Sun Cabo Blog

Planning your first trip to Los Cabos? Whether you're basing yourself in Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, or somewhere along the Tourist Corridor, it's completely normal to have a few practical questions before you land. From airport transportation and currency to swimmable beaches and practical travel tips, here's what first-time visitors should know before they land in paradise.

Cabo and Punta Mita both sit near the top of Mexico's luxury vacation list, but they don't deliver the same kind of trip. Cabo brings a livelier pace, dramatic coastline, polished villas, golf, dining, and plenty to do. Punta Mita feels more tucked away, with an exclusive gated resort atmosphere and a slower, more private rhythm. Here's how they compare across beaches, luxury villas, golf, food, activities, and overall vibe, so you can decide which one fits your next getaway best.

See a Cabo sunset the best way: from the water. Departing from Cabo San Lucas Marina, private catamarans, sailboats, and small boats cruise past El Arco, Lover's Beach, Land's End, and the sea lion colony as the light starts to drop. During whale season, keep an eye on the horizon too - humpback whales sometimes make an appearance.

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Cabo with beachfront dinners, rooftop parties, yacht cruises, private villa gatherings, fireworks, and the Médano Beach drone show. From lively beach clubs to more relaxed, family-friendly celebrations, this guide covers what to expect across Los Cabos and will be updated as 2026 restaurant dinners, parties, cruises, resort events, and other celebration details are announced.

Los Cabos works so well for celebrations because you get a lot of contrast without having to over-plan the day. One minute you're out on the water, the next you're back at the villa pool, and by evening there's dinner outside while a private chef cooks and the sky turns pink over the water. It can feel polished, absolutely, but the best Cabo milestone trips don't feel staged. They feel generous, sun-warmed, and personal.

The best summer days in Cabo usually have a rhythm: early beach or boat, a lazy pool break, then a cooler evening in town or by the marina. You don't need to pack every hour. Choose the water carefully, respect the heat, and leave space for the small things that make a trip feel easy: a shady table, a cold drink, a kid who still has enough energy to enjoy dinner, and an adult who didn't spend the whole day carrying everyone's sandals.

Two free nights in Cabo is the sort of travel math we can all get behind. For a limited time, Sun Cabo guests who book 5 nights at participating luxury villas will receive 2 additional nights free, turning a shorter getaway into a full week of ocean views, private pools, chef dinners, beach days, and actual downtime. The offer is available for stays through October 2026, and it's one of Sun Cabo's biggest Cabo villa offers yet. Participating villas may change, so it's worth browsing the current collection before you get too attached to a particular pool view. From there, you can start planning the kind of luxury Cabo escape that gives everyone a little more room to breathe.

Discover the five best golf courses in Cabo San Lucas, from oceanfront fairways to desert layouts. Plus, see the luxury villas located in Cabo’s top golf communities.

Los Cabos is known for its incredible natural scenery, including its beautiful beaches. If you plan on swimming during your Cabo vacation, you’ll want to check out some of the area’s top swimmable beaches.

While some people like to sit back and completely relax on their vacation, taking a break from all the meal and schedule planning, other people go on vacation to completely immerse themselves in the local culture. Luckily, Los Cabos has options for both, including a way to truly experience the taste of Mexico.