EVERYTHING to Know BEFORE Visiting Cabo San Lucas

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The creator provides a comprehensive guide for travelers visiting Cabo San Lucas, covering safety, weather, local customs, and activities. Regarding safety, the creator suggests that while tourist areas are generally safe, visitors should book transportation through their hotels to avoid issues. The video highlights the constant solicitation from vendors in tourist hubs and recommends a polite way to decline offers or choosing restaurant seating away from the street to avoid being hassled. Weather-wise, the creator notes the sunny, bright conditions and advises bringing sun protection and amphibious clothing for water activities. The guide also touches on the dry, desert climate, suggesting travelers stay hydrated and use lotion. Financial advice includes carrying both pesos and US dollars, noting that pesos often offer better value, and being cautious with credit card use at smaller establishments. For activities, the creator mentions whale watching, off-roading, and fishing, while warning that some excursions require very early starts. Finally, the creator recommends staying near the marina for accessibility and suggests using translation apps to communicate with locals.
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i would say that in the tourist areas it's safe but at the same time you have to deal with a lot of barrage of people coming up to you trying to sell you things talk to you so it can feel overwhelming
when you go to the restaurants make sure you're kind of tucked up into the restaurant so they can't reach you
this is a foodie's paradise for real
cabo san lucas is a very dry place if you go straight across the gulf of california you'll notice that mazatlan puerto vallarta are more tropical
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