Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabos San Lucas A Great Place for All Ages
Cabo San Lucas is found on the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula. Cabo San Luca is found in Baja California about 1,000 miles south of San Diego. Though it is called Baja California, it is actually a part of Mexico and not the United States. When traveling to Cabo San Lucas you can expect to land at the Los Cobos International Airport.
Francisco de Ulloa, a navigator for the Spanish explorer Hernan Cortez first came upon Cabo San Lucas in 1537. However, Cortez did not find much of the Inca gold he was pursuing soon Jesuit priest came to spread Catholicism though out the area and into parts of what is now know as California.
Cabo San Lucas really did not take off as a resort area until the later part of the 20th century. Before that it was most commonly frequented by people interested in sport fishing. In a 2005 census, Cabo San Lucas’s general population was around 56811. It has become a golfer’s paradise with six major golf courses. Cabo San Lucas has much to offer for tourists of all ages.
Many resorts are all inclusive. The resort Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas (http://www.riu.com/en/hotel-riu-palace-cabo-san-lucas-los-cabos-mexico.html) is an example of one of these fine resorts. Located on the beach, The Riu Palace offers great views and its own champion golf course. Another Resort is Villa del Arco Beach Resort and Grand Spa located right on Medano Beach and a few minutes from downtown. This lovely resort also offers a luxurious spa for those who wish to relax.
This resort also includes a family pool with its own pirate ship. The lighthouse tower located on the premises provides memorable views of the landmark arch. If you want a more affordable place, but you wish to still enjoy Cabo stay at the Best Western Quinta del Sol (http://www.quintadelsol.com/), which is only a mile away from the beach.
Cabo San Lucas offers activities for all ages. Children can swim with Dolphins at the Dolphin Center in the Marina of Cabo San Lucas (http://www.cabodolphins.com/) or try a snorkel cruise aboard the Buccaneer Queen. (http://www.grayline.com/Grayline/destinations/mexico/loscabos.go?mode=activityDetail&apid=673&sid=562). You can find these any many other great Cabo San Lucas adventures when you visit Greyline Tours. (http://www.grayline.com/Grayline/destinations/mexico/loscabos.go)
Cabo San Lucas is a wonderful vacation destination for people of all ages and offers a variety of adventures even if the only adventure you wish to have is to relax on the beach. Cabo San Lucas, a grand location for anyone wanting to experience all that Mexico has to offer.