Jada & Marcos

As of 2020, three of Golf Digest's World's 100 Greatest Golf Courses are located in Los Cabos. If you've got a golf course bucket list, it would be easy to cross three off in one location. Even if you're a golf newbie, you'll earn considerable bragging rights to say you've set foot on these greens. The courses that currently rank are the Diamante Dunes Course, the Cabo del Sol Ocean Course, and Querencia.

Diamante, located in Cabo San Lucas, is Mexico's first true links and was designed by Davis Love III. It is beloved for its set of white dunes, as well as its cacti decor, which is rare to see on a links course. Cabo del Sol is a Jack Nicklaus creation and opened in 1994 with his vision to design a Mexico-style Pebble Beach. Finally, Querencia is a Tom Fazio brainchild, which opened in 2000 and is marked by views of the Sea of Cortez, a desert plateau, and a plunging canyon on the par-3 eighth.

If part of traveling for you is sightseeing and exploring historical landmarks, make sure to add a quick visit to the Iglesia de San Lucas while you're in Cabo. Though not quite as touristy or tropical as other things to do, this church has a deep, interesting history dating back to the 1700s. In addition to admiring the structure itself - featuring two ancient bells at the top - there are also other activities to explore.

Because the city renovated this slice of history to preserve its roots, they constructed a plaza featuring restaurants and boutiques, giving some modern touches to the area. If you'd like to attend mass, they offer a bilingual service on Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. As a bonus, it's only a 15-minute walk from the marina, so you can fit it into your sightseeing day seamlessly.

Address: Calle Cabo San Lucas 415, Centro, San Lucas, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur

If you're an art lover, there's no better day trip than Todos Santos. It's a bit of a contrast from the beach life, since the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range is tucked behind the area, but it features beauty in a different way. The town is most famously known for the original Hotel California, for which the song by the Eagles was written. You can stay at this iconic destination for a night or two, or just visit, making your way through cafes and other attractions.

Those who have an eye for fine art will enjoy browsing countless galleries and visiting the Professor Nestor Agundez Martinez Cultural Center, which offers a bit of historical immersion. Todos Santos is still considered a hidden gem, with small beaches and local experiences, so you might not battle too many tourists as you explore.

Tequila is made from the fermented and distilled sap of the blue agave plant and was the first distilled spirit on the North American continent. Most all tequila producers are located in and near the Jalisco State of Mexico. In the 1500s, the Spanish adopted the indigenous drink pulque, fermented from the maguey plant, into mezcal, which was eventually distilled into the tequila we drink today, using agave. Cuervo would be the first distillery to bottle tequila in the late 1900s when others were still using barrels.

Tequila Tasting Recommendations 

Pancho’s Restaurant & Tequila Bar
One of the best dining operations in Cabo, Pancho’s is likely the first name you’re given when you ask about finding good Tequila. Pancho’s provides tasting classes as well.

Arriba Tequila Bar
Offers the best tequilas nationally and internationally where you can try each one in the tasting each Friday.

J&J La Casa del Habano
A cigar shop to buy authentic Habanos (Cuban Cigars) but also specialized in Premium Tequila and Mezcal tastings.