Baja California

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Baja California, Mexico

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 offers something for everyone in a natural wonderland where the desert collides with the confluence of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez.

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. Recommended for honeymooners.

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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.

Ezperanza, 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.

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

Weather

Average temperatures and rainfall for Baja California
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp (°C) 31 32 34 36 37 36 36 35 34 32 32 30
Rainfall (inches) 1 1 1 1 1 3 5 6 7 4 1 1

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