director of property operations.
Certified by federal and municipal governments,
Sanders and his staff track the movement of mother
turtles by satellite, noting when they come ashore
to lay their eggs. The team then combs the beach,
moving eggs into a protected corral so they’re safe
from predators and human interference. When the
eggs hatch some 45 days later, the team staggers the
release of baby turtles along the beach and invites
hotel guests to witness this remarkable sight. Other
turtle species, including green, loggerhead, leather-
back and hawksbill, also nest on the peninsula.
I
’m about to dIve Into some fresh fish tacos and
a margarita by the pool when I notice a crowd
of guests gathering. I soon see what the buzz is
all about: Out of the corner of my eye, I spot a jet
of water rise from the water—a whale! The spray is
quickly followed by another and another. I realize it’s
not just one whale, but an entire pod! Mesmerized by
the occasional flick of a massive tail, I’m thankful for
my once-in-a-lifetime sight. It’s only later that I learn
how common the experience is. Several whale spe-
cies flock to these food-rich waters; depending on the
time of year, visitors are very likely to see humpbacks, »
Clockwise from left:
the mission church
of San José del Cabo;
Hilton Los Cabos Hotel
and beach; horseback
riding in Cabo San
Lucas
The Essentials
Getting There Where to Stay Good to Know Eat & Drink
Sunwing and WestJet
Vacations both offer sched-
uled flights to Los Cabos from
Regina and Saskatoon. Contact
a CAA Travel Consultant to
book: 1-800-564-6222 or
caask.ca/travel. All of the rooms at the
beachfront Hilton Los Cabos
have balconies, walk-in
showers and plush bathrobes.
Little ones can enjoy creature
comforts like a kids club and
whale-watching trips. Make sure your passport is up
to date and valid for at least
six months after your visit.
Temperatures in Los Cabos
can top 30 C, even in winter
months. Always wear high-SPF
sunscreen and stay hydrated. Tequila is still king here,
but mezcal is quickly
catching up. Unlike tequila,
which is only distilled from
blue agave, mezcal uses
any agave plant. It’s smokier
and sweeter than tequila.
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