Shelby Escaba

Banff has been on my bucket list for the past 10+ years and finally was able to cross it off! There are simply no words to describe the natural beauty of this town — from the lakes to the mountains to the falls. Banff completely took my breath away, and hopefully is a destination you are able to visit very soon! Please note that the itinerary I listed below is what my husband and I did over 4 days, however, depending on how long you are there and your specific interests, I can cater this to your preference! As you'll see, we focused more on trails / hikes / site-seeing instead of more intense activities like biking / rafting / etc..

Todos Santos is the hidden gem of Baja California Sur, however, it's slowly becoming more and more popular. It's a smaller, quieter, surf town vibe compared to it's neighboring Los Cabos with some of the best food and arts culture. It's a great place to add on a few days to your Los Cabos trip if you want a slower pace and a slight change of scenery.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, is the perfect destination for a bachelorette and/or bachelor weekend! It has everything you could want from the gorgeous weather, beautiful hotels, amazing food and drinks and vibrant nightlife! It's an easy flight from the states and there are great hotel and villa options for smaller or larger groups! Below is a great bachelorette itinerary I personally would make for myself — hope you enjoy!

San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, holds a special place in my heart. I got engaged and married here and it's a place I've called home for the past two years. This city has some of the most beautiful beaches, hotels and best restaurants in the world. Not only that, but there is an amazing culture here that everyone should have the chance to experience. While Cabo is commonly used to refer to Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, there is a distinct difference between the two. While Cabo San Lucas provides more of a party/spring-break/tourist vibe, San Jose del Cabo is more local. It is filled with great restaurants, bars and more of an arts culture. This guide is here to serve as your one stop shop for any and all San Jose del Cabo recommendations from your local gringa — me!

Valle de Guadalupe is a foodies paradise and a great place to disconnect and enjoy a weekend with friends, family or a loved one! It's like the Napa / wine country of Mexico with some of the best restaurants in the country. It's just a 2-hour drive from San Diego, and absolutely worth it!