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Things to do in Baja California
Entrance of the boutique hotel: Desierto Azul
Todos Santos
Wander around the little streets of the city. Discover beautiful small boutiques, enjoy amazing ice cream shops with the kids, and look at the beautiful architecture.
Take a day trip to one of the closest beach clubs. Relax on the beach and look at the surfers.
Enjoy the desert vibes.
Enjoy a sunset at The Green Room on the beach.
La Paz
Enjoy the quiet water of this part of Baja.
Take a day trip to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world: Balandra Beach.
Take a day trip by boat to Espiritu Santo Island and eat ceviche on a secluded beach.
Book a jet ski ride for the family on Tecolote Beach.
Take a cooking class to learn how to cook one of their local specialties.
San Jose del Cabo
Relax in one of their luxury hotels.
Unwind at the spa.
Wander around the colorful streets of San Jose del Cabo, listening to local bands on the main plaza.
Try one of their many amazing restaurants: Acre or Sage.
Places to eat & drink in Baja California
Tacos at Jazamango
Jazamango: Farm-to-table restaurant and culinary experience created by the renowned Mexican chef Javier Plascencia. Great for dinner!
Oystera: The only authentic oyster bar in Baja. You can find them in the Michelin Guide. Beautiful atmosphere indoors and outdoors.
The Green Room: Restaurant on the beach from the hotel Villa Santa Cruz. Amazing place to watch the sunset while sipping a delicious cocktail and enjoying Mexican food.
La Esquina: Local cafe with a great outdoor area and Mexican classics. Perfect spot for breakfast or lunch.
Agricole: A must-try if you like strawberries! They are famous for their “fresas con crema” (strawberries and cream). Great food market as well as a beautiful restaurant with delicious cuisine.
Need to know
You can plan Baja vacations for any time of year, but the best time to visit is from December through April. Avoid the hottest summer months and hurricane season.
Many cruise itineraries will focus on the whale-watching season in the winter, then shift to whale sharks and the mobula ray migration in the spring.
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