| 21 | What should I know about currency? |
| U.S. dollars are accepted nearly everywhere in Los Cabos. Once your dollars are changed to Mexican pesos, they cannot easily be changed back, so exchange only what you need. If you travel out of the tourist areas, it’s a good idea to have pesos on hand. The best rates of exchange for pesos can be found at banks. The airport exchange is usually reasonable, particularly when compared to hotel rates. Street exchange booths offer less favorable rates than banks, but keep longer hours. Since exchange rates fluctuate daily, it’s better to exchange small amounts at a time.
Most banks have ATM machines for after-hours cash. Use ATM machines with caution, as you would
at home.
Travelers checks are useful, as personal U.S. checks are rarely accepted.
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| 22 | Are credit cards generally accepted? |
| All major credit cards are accepted in Los Cabos; Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted. American Express and Discover Card are accepted in a few locations. In restaurants and shops, ask if they accept credit.
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| 23 | What is the electrical current compatibility in Mexico? |
| U.S. citizens shouldn’t have any trouble with electric devices in Los Cabos. Baja electricity is 110 volts, 60 cycles AC, and generally compatible with American appliances.
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| 24 | What should I know about phone service in Mexico? |
| Some cellular services will allow you to roam in Mexico. (Roaming charges will apply). Call your provider before your trip to find out if service is available. ESSV also offers convenient cell phone rentals for use while on vacation. Reserve in advance or contact our Cabo service team. Cell phone rentals are available for $15/day (approx. 79 minutes national calls, or approx. 33 min international call time).
The country code for Mexico is 52. The area code
for Los Cabos is 624. For directory assistance in
Mexico, call 020. For international assistance, dial
090. For emergencies, dial 060. Most pay phones accept prepaid cards, which are sold in various denominations at money-exchange booths and many shops. All Los Cabos–area cell phone numbers are considered long-distance. When dialing a local cell phone number, dial 044-624, followed by the 7-digit phone number. When dialing a Los Cabos cell phone from the U.S., you must dial 011-52-1-624, followed by the 7-digit phone number.
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| 25 | Where can I check my email? |
| Several Internet cafes are available throughout Cabo. Señor Greenberg's Deli, located at Plaza Nautica and Puerto Paraiso Mall, offers free wireless service for Earth, Sea & Sky clients who have laptops with wireless modems. Cabo Coffee at Madero and Hidalgo in Cabo San Lucas offers ESSV clients a 10% discount on its Internet use fees. Bring your villa voucher for identification.
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| 26 | Where do we get groceries? |
| Earth, Sea & Sky Vacations can arrange the pre-stocking of your villa
with delicious foods, drinks, desserts, and other delicious items. Many menu options are available. If you'd like to do your own grocery shopping while in Cabo,
you'll find many small stores and several large
supermarkets. CCC and Soriana stores are
located east of Cabo San Lucas on Highway 19. Both of these supermarkets offer great quality and good prices. City Club is a large warehouse store with groceries, produce, and bakery items. Located on Paseo del Pescador and Lazaro Cardenas, City Club requires a $1 fee to shop. Tutto Bene, on Blvd. Marina has a large variety of gourmet food items.
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| 27 | Is it safe to drink the water in Cabo? |
| The water supply for Los Cabos is well water. While many
locals drink the water directly from the tap, multiple factors
can lead to contamination. We recommend drinking only
bottled or purified water.
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| 28 | What medical services are available? |
| Cabo San Lucas has a new American-style (AmeriMed)
hospital and some very competent doctors who speak
English. Hospitals may not be equipped for severe trauma
cases. Always check with your doctor if there is any doubt
about traveling abroad. Before your trip, learn what your
health insurance will cover overseas and consider investing
in additional travel health insurance. ESSV offers both trip
cancellation and medical travel insurance options.
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| 29 | Do I need to worry about crime in Los Cabos? |
| Crime is not a big problem in the resort areas of Los Cabos
but use common sense and
caution, as you would anywhere you travel. Do not leave valuables unattended on the beach.
Use ATMs with the same vigilance you would at
home. Absolutely avoid narcotics and firearms. If in trouble,
ask to contact the U.S. consulate.
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| 30 | Are the beaches safe for swimming? |
| Medano Beach and Lover's Beach (bay side only) in Cabo
San Lucas are probably the safest places to swim. The bays
of Chileno and Santa Maria are usually safe, but be careful if
there are any swells. The beaches on the
Pacific side are unsuitable for swimming, as rogue waves and
strong undertows are common. Many of the beaches in the
San José del Cabo area are great for walking, horseback
riding and shore fishing, but not suitable for swimming.
Always exercise caution, as there can be large swells during
the summer, even on the Sea of Cortez. Always swim with a
friend. Tell other people where you are going to swim and
your expected return time. There are no lifeguards in Los
Cabos. Beach resorts use a flag system to indicate water
safety. Red indicates danger, yellow means caution and
green signifies the water conditions are safe.
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| 31 | Are there nude beaches and topless sunbathing?
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| Public nudity is generally not legal in Mexico. There are, however, several beaches in the Los Cabos area that are isolated enough to permit topless sunbathing and nudity.
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| 32 | What is the legal drinking age in Mexico? |
| The legal drinking age is 18 years of age.
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| 33 | What's the nightlife like in Los Cabos? |
| From mellow venues for enjoying a romantic sunset cocktail
to raucous all-night party spots, you'll find it all in Los Cabos. Cabo San Lucas has a
deserved reputation for hard rockin', late-night party action. Check out
the Giggling Marlin, Hard Rock Café, Jungle Bar, Love
Shack, Mambo Café, Squid Roe and Cabo Wabo Cantina for
some Cabo-style partying. San José del Cabo is more subdued, but also offers some
great choices for after-hours fun. Tropicana and
Cactus Jack's are popular choices.
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| 34 | What's the deep-sea fishing like? |
| The waters around Cabo San Lucas provide some of the
finest fishing in the world. Due to the unique confluence of
the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez, these waters are
remarkably rich in marine life. Cabo has earned the title of
“Marlin Capital of the World” for its outstanding populations of
striped, black and blue marlin. Dorado (mahi-mahi),
mackerel, tuna, sea bass, swordfish, snapper, wahoo and
rooster fish are also abundant. There is always a species in
season in Los Cabos. The type of fish you'll encounter
depends upon yearly water-temperature variations. Large
international tournaments are held each fall. We believe in
the conservation of billfish, and request that you release any you catch unless it's your first, or you plan to eat it. ESSV will gladly
arrange a private fishing charter for you and your party. See our Fishing in
Cabo section for more information.
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| 35 | How's the golfing in Cabo? |
| Los Cabos is a golfer's paradise, with championship
courses that have been rated among the best in the world by
Golf magazine and Golf Digest. You'll find several fantastic courses in the region. In
addition to those mentioned in the golf section of this site, the Los Cabos Country Club offers a course with
spectacular ocean views to go with its nine challenging
holes.
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| 36 | What kind of dining options are available? |
| Cabo is a foodie's paradise, with a wide range of gourmet restaurants.
Whether you're looking for a casual taco stand serving up the
local specialities or a fine dining experience in a refined and
elegant setting, Los Cabos has it all. Mexican food is just one of many options here. While many restaurants do take great
pride in creating wonderful Mexican meals with fresh local
ingredients, you'll also find restaurants serving Asian,
French, Italian and American cuisine. See our dining section
for more information.
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| 37 | Can I fax you a copy of my signed rental agreement? |
| Yes, a faxed renter's agreement is perfectly fine. Please
double-check that the information is correct and that you
have signed and dated the form.
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| 38 | There are eight people in my party. Can we each pay by credit card? |
| We can take two credit cards per reservation.
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| 39 | Will you call when my second payment is due?
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| Normally, we will not call before charging your final payment
unless we have specific questions.
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| 40 | When will my credit card be charged? |
| Normally, we charge your credit card with a
deposit on the seventh day after making the reservation. Once the deposit is charged, it's nonrefundable. The
final charge will be made 45 days prior to your departure.
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