Whale Watching in Baja California Sur: A Practical, Ethical Guide
Whale watching in Baja California Sur has its own rhythm. From mid-December through April, the coasts of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez come alive as whales arrive from the north, drawn by the peninsula’s warmer waters. The peak is from January to March. Where you go shapes what you see, and how […]
The Northern Baja Sur Circuit: A Road Trip Beyond Loreto
Travelers who want to understand the northern half of Baja California Sur often find that the region reveals itself best through its roads. This road trip starts north from Loreto through a sequence of coastal bays, river oases, desert stays, and protected cultural sites. Each stop reveals a different facet of the peninsula: palm-lined riverbanks […]
Guide to Christmas Eve Dining in Los Cabos 2025
Christmas Eve in Los Cabos combines familiar holiday traditions with the region’s established dining scene and resort culture. On December 24, many restaurants across Baja California Sur shift their regular service to offer fixed menus, extended dinners, and evening programming designed specifically for Noche Buena. These meals often blend international holiday staples with Baja California […]
A Practical Guide to Water Parks in Baja California Sur
In Baja California Sur, water parks fill a specific need for families. They aren’t the main draw here, but they offer a break from the sun and open space, especially for parents with young kids. These parks are about play, not adventure. They give structure and shade, and you don’t have to plan your whole […]
The Wild Still Lives Here: Rethinking Adventure in a Changing Cabo
Driving through El Tezal in the outskirts of Cabo San Lucas at dusk, you don’t expect to see a fox. Yet one crosses the road, tail high, unhurried, before disappearing into the brush beyond the new houses. The moment lasts a heartbeat, but it underscores a truth: wilderness and city now share the same space. […]
Cabo Pulmo: A Day Underwater in a Living Laboratory
This article is based on a conversation between Rene Cicero from Cabo Pulmo Travel and Alejandro Donnadieu, originally published as a podcast on The Baja Brief. Cabo Pulmo has a well-deserved reputation. New residents in Baja often hear it mentioned. Travelers recognize the name, even if they don’t fully understand why. The reef sits on […]
Why Anglers Call Los Cabos the World’s Top Fishery
This article is based on a conversation between Toby Nunn and Fletcher Wheaton, originally published as a podcast on The Baja Brief. Before sunrise, the marina stirs. Diesel engines turn over in a steady rhythm, deckhands coil lines, and the docks fill with the sound of gear shifting into place. Under the first light, a […]
Cerritos Surf Open 2025: Hayden Rodgers and Coral Bonilla Crowned Champions as Global Talent Elevates Baja Sur
The Corona Cero Surf Open Cerritos 2025, a World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series 2000 event, concluded with Hayden Rodgers (USA) securing the Men’s victory and local favorite Coral Bonilla (MEX) defending her title in the Women’s division at Playa Cerritos, Baja California Sur. Held from November 20 to 23, the event drew a record-breaking […]
Ben Griffin Breaks Records and Claims Victory at the World Wide Technology Championship in Los Cabos
The 19th edition of the World Wide Technology Championship concluded with a historic performance at El Cardonal at Diamante. Ben Griffin lifted the trophy after setting a new tournament record with a 259 total (−29), surpassing the previous 72-hole mark of −27 held by Erik van Rooyen since 2023. The 29-year-old from Chapel Hill, North […]
Golf in Motion: Exploring the Courses of Los Cabos and Beyond
Los Cabos has become one of North America’s most recognized golf destinations, shaped by decades of thoughtful design and steady development. What began as a handful of seaside fairways in the early 1990s has grown into a collection of world-class courses that reflect the region’s landscapes and evolving identity. From Cabo San Lucas to Loreto, […]