Baja California
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The Baja peninsula stretches south from San Diego, between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. This rugged, unspoiled region has become one of Mexico’s most prestigious holiday destinations Superb resorts dot the coastline offering miles of white sand beaches, wonderful golf courses, countless water sports and excellent restaurants.
The Los Cabos region, at the very tip of the peninsula, is absolutely stunning with a mountain backdrop, azure blue sea and beautiful beach. Once sought after by pirates for its safe harbours, this region is now home to the bustling towns of San Jose Del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. This Southern region of the peninsula is a subtropical desert, with over 350 days of sunshine a year, cool winter evenings, low humidity and sea breezes. The main attractions of Cabo San Lucas include an underwater nature reserve only a few minutes’ boat ride from the harbour and the striking Land’s End rock formations at one of the bay, with a pristine beach right around the corner. Cabo San Lucas is the only coastal resort with a nature reserve within its city limits.
This is a land of extremes. The landscape is stark yet beautiful and the whole area exudes adventure. It is the perfect spot for big game fishing, sailing, diving and whale-watching. Baja California can be combined with stays in the USA, particularly California and Las Vegas – escape2luxury can provide you with an itinerary to suit your needs, please call or email your details and we will be happy to forward you a quotation.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, Cabo San Lucas
Nestled on fine white sands along the sparkling Sea of Cortez, Las Ventanas has a dramatic location in Cabo San Lucas, at the tip of the Baja Peninsula. Style and ambience await guests at this all-suite property – a favoured haven for celebrities and those seeking luxury and serenity. All suites are richly appointed with marble showers, CD player, private patios and wood burning fireplace. For total indulgence, experience The Residences at Las Ventanas – each spacious residence has a private terrace, wood burning fireplace, full kitchen, sumptuous bathroom and access to infinity edge pools. Guests can play tennis, relax at the spa or play a round of golf, amazing world-class cuisine is served at the hotel’s two fabulous restaurants.
One & Only Palmilla, San Jose del Cabo
Serenely private and sensuously elegant, once the tropical hideaway for the likes of Hemingway and Harlow, this resort features expansive ocean-facing accommodation, each with veranda, relaxing sunbeds and telescope for whale-watching. The distinctive artistry of Mexico is evident at every turn, from the wrought iron as delicately patterned as lace to massive wooden doors weathered with age for authentic beauty. One & Only Palmilla is an irresistible invitation for sport, indulgent siestas and a rejuvenating sense of wellbeing. The resort features 172 spacious guestsrooms dotted around the grounds in single and triple storey buildings. Every room has a balcony or patio facing out towards the ocean, entertainment system including flat screen TV, CD and DVD player and a small seating area.
Cabo Azul Resort & Spa
Located on the southern-most tip of the Baja Peninsula, this luxurious retreat is situated on the ocean front of a turquoise bay in San Jose del Cabo. It features a three-level, ocean-view, infinity-edge pool. Dining options include a fine dining restaurant but private chefs and in-room dining are also available. The Paz, Body and Mind Spa features 11 treatment areas including two beach cabanas, cascading waterfalls and a feeling of pampered indulgence. 165 suites with verandas and spectacular ocean or garden views and private guest cabanas. All suites have fully equipped kitchens and dining and living rooms with flat-screen TV and jetted baths. In-villa massage service is available.
Casa del Mar
The Casa del Mar is an intimate luxury resort perfectly located on a stunning stretch of beach facing the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortés. The hotel is delightfully designed, with arches, cobbled courtyards, tiled fountains and authentic Mexican hacienda architecture surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Accommodation is in 56 suites, all with marble bathrooms, and there is an elegant beachfront restaurant for dining by candle-light.
Casa Natalia
Casa Natalia is a lovely boutique hotel with just 16 rooms tucked away in a surprising courtyard of mature palm trees creating a peaceful oasis behind a town house in the historic town of San Jose del Cabo. Luxurious rooms and spa suites overlook a contemporary styled courtyard of cascading patios lined with rustling palms, bougainvillea and waterfalls. Start your day with breakfast on your private terrace, Relax by the pool, take the free shuttle to an exclusive beach club or ask the concierge to arrange a snorkelling, fishing, or jeep excursion. Dine under the stars at Loïc’s gourmet restaurant, Mi Cocina.
Esperanza, Los Cabos
This intimate hideaway, overlooking two private beaches, offers 7 suites, 50 casitas and 60 villas boasting expansive outdoor terraces with ocean views complete with private butler and dedicated chef. The resort’s two sandy coves are complemented by two infinity pools, full service spa and nearby championship golf course. Open-air Seafood restaurant next to the ocean and El Bar offers Mediterranean-inspired cusine, an extensive tequila menu and fine wines from around the world.
Marquis Los Cabos
One of the "Leading Hotels of the World" Marquis los Cabos is comprised of 210 suites and 28 casitas. All rooms have beautiful ocean views, hydro massage tubs in the bathroom and charming Mexican decor. There is lovely pool, an award winning restaurant on site and an extensive spa , situated behind an impressive waterfall that cascades off the back of the building! The hotel is decorated with bright Mexican paintings and bold sculptures with many interesting features. Various activities can be arranged for those who prefer to do more than relax ranging from horse riding to diving, fishing, kayaking and whale watching.
Fact File
Time difference: GMT -6 hours
Currency: Mexican Peso, the US Dollar is widely accepted
Flying Time: 11 hours 40 mins to Mexico City, 15 hours 15 mins to Cancun (with stopover)
Capital: Mexico City
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