Before you embark on your Los Cabos vacation, peruse the information below to ensure your trip is smooth sailing from beginning to end.

Los Cabos Insider's Guide

Written just for you, the "Los Cabos Insider’s Pocket Guide" is an invaluable resource for those seeking the very best Cabo has to offer. This booklet includes our staff recommendations on top beaches, restaurants, golf courses, fishing charters, tour operators, travel-related establishments and top-tier vendors in Los Cabos. This free guide also contains useful traveler information, like important phone numbers, Mexican and U.S. customs regulations, detailed local maps, a currency guide, safety information and a Spanish language helper.

Easy to download and print (PDF), this guide is perfect for a quick study before you depart on your trip. Also be sure to pack it in your carry-on.

Download the 2009-2010 Insider’s Pocket Guide

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Legal Entry and Departure Requirements
For information on documentation and customs requirements, please see the U.S. Department of State's Passport and Travel Initiative websites, and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection site.


At the Airport
After clearing Immigrations and Customs with your baggage, proceed to the airport lobby area. CAUTION - There will be timeshare representatives soliciting you with freebies as you walk past. Unless you are seriously interested or would like to spend at least two hours of your vacation time listening to a salesperson, just walk on by. You’ll find car rental desks, taxis and transfer companies right outside the customs area.

Updated: Permitted and Prohibited Items

In Cabo: Local Towns and Facilities
Los Cabos is home to two distinct towns: Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Both are safe, clean, and have modern services like bank machines, good medical facilities, mobile phone providers, and Internet cafes. English is spoken in hotels, and in most stores and restaurants.

Electrical Current Compatibility
U.S. citizens shouldn't have any trouble with electric devices in Los Cabos. Baja electricity is 110 volts, 60 cycles AC, and generally compatible with American appliances.

Departing Cabo
After checking out of your accommodations, make sure you head off to the airport with plenty of time to check your luggage and catch your departing flight! Please be sure you have the proper documentation, especially the Mexico Tourist Card.

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To Our Customers:

To date, there have been no confirmed cases of H1N1 swine flu in Los Cabos and the World Health Organization is not recommending travel restrictions. In fact, visitors are far safer from the swine flu in Baja Sur than in many areas of the United States.

As of June 29th, the World Health Organization reported almost 20,000 more confirmed cases of swine flu in the U.S. than in Mexico.

ESSV encourages travelers to review the facts about swine flu and Los Cabos, set aside their concerns and continue with their vacation plans to this beautiful and safe destination. Unless you yourself are sick, there is absolutely no reason to cancel a trip to Los Cabos.

Cabo remained untouched by the swine flu, partly because of its geographical isolation-one of the very features that makes this warm destination at the tip of Baja so alluring. Furthermore, at the Los Cabos International Airport, the Secretary of Public Health (SEP) is screening passengers for signs of flu as they go in and out to ensure that no swine flu enters or leaves the area.

Live from Los Cabos: Visitor Video Testimonials:
No Swine Flu in Los Cabos!
Visitors having Flu-Free Fun in Los Cabos!
Having a Great Time in Los Cabos!
What Visitors Are Saying about Los Cabos

Latest updates on the Swine Flu and Los Cabos:

UPDATED:
World Health Organization Map of Swine Flu Outbreaks
Facts about H1N1 Flu and Los Cabos - No Cases To Date
No Travel Restrictions per World Health Organization
Centers for Disease Control
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Cabo San Lucas: A Safe and Beautiful Destination

Situated at the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula, Los Cabos is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, stunning desert terrain and the Sea of Cortez. In many ways, Cabo’s island-like isolation is a great part of its appeal to safety conscious travelers. The hundreds of thousands of visitors who visit Los Cabos each year experience a very high-level of safety and security as well as warm hospitality and luxurious accommodations. With very low crime rates and tourism as its central industry, Los Cabos is a safe and smart choice for an outstanding Mexico vacation.

While reports of violence along the U.S.-Mexico border are understandably troubling, it's important to keep perspective on the considerable distance of Los Cabos and other resort destinations from the problem areas. Our guests continue to travel to this beautiful region and we continue to receive rave reviews about their outstanding vacation experiences.

Media Reports About Cabo Safety

Wall Street Journal on Mexico Safety
Fodor's Travel on Mexico Safety
LA Times Mexico Tourist Areas Safer than Many in U.S.
LA Times Perceptions Changing on Mexico Travel
Los Angeles Times on Cabo San Lucas Safety
USA Today Mexico’s Resorts Still Popular
San Francisco Chronicle on Cabo Safety
Miami Herald on Cabo Safety
Budget Travel - The Truth about Mexico Safety

Video Testimonials From Recent
Cabo Visitors About Safety in the Area

Monty Ford, VP of American Airlines on Cabo Safety
Pete Sampras enjoying Los Cabos
Tom Walsh on Cabo Safety

Mexico Tourism Board on Mexico Safety:

Q: Is Mexico an unsafe place to travel?

Mexico ranks tenth as an international travel destination in the world and is the number one international tourism destination for North Americans traveling abroad. Many tourists to the country are repeat visitors, which demonstrates that the vast majority of tourists are satisfied and leave with overwhelmingly positive impressions.

Q: Should I avoid traveling to Mexico?

No. Common sense and proper precautions must be taken when traveling anywhere, and Mexico is no exception. Whether traveling on the border or if you find yourself in another area of the country, stick to legitimate businesses and tourist areas. Be aware of your surroundings and your stay should be a memorable and safe experience.

Hundreds of thousands of American students travel to resort areas throughout Mexico over Spring Break each year. The best way to enjoy their vacation without incident is to use some common sense to avoid dangerous situations. We encourage students to drink responsibly and be aware of the laws and regulations.