What Most People Don't Know About Cabo San Lucas: 7 Travel Tips Before Traveling to Cabo Mexico

[@alexsakon]

This is a short yet practical video about the basics

[@SantiagoTM1]

Today is March 3rd, '24. After a double Knee replacement, in May, & because of your video Lady Aly, I'm now going to Cabo San Lucas. You're so correct regarding using ONLY Mexican Currency.

[@gem3132]

Aly, great video. Very clear info. I was confused, like many people, about all those names. And you are beautiful! Thanks again from San Francisco CA.

[@655Louisa]

I'm there for 30 days. RELAX........enjoy!

[@anacallow509]

ALY,IT IS PLEASURE TO LISTEN TO YOU AND WATCH THOSE GREAT VIDEOS .I CAN SPEND HOURS TO DO SO! YOUR NEW SUBSCRIBER!BEST WISHES,ANA 🇭🇷🇨🇦

[@alysmalls]

Thank you so much!

[@ddstraus9149]

UBER update! March 2024. While you still cannot get an UBER at the airport, they are readily availble and often less expensive than a taxi. My hotel had a lovely waiting area just outside the main gate, with a bench and a pergola. Most UBERS were there within 5 minutes. Drivers were professional, had nice vehicles and knew exactly where they were headed. When when dropped off back at your hotel, we were dropped off at the main lobby (inside the gate).

[@lawrencearchuleta5155]

Can you walk off the airport property when you arrive and get an Uber?

[@ddstraus9149]

@@lawrencearchuleta5155 No Uber or ride share at the airport. Private transfer is highly recommended! Don't wait until you get there.

[@juneyoung5503]

Wonderful tips on trip planning to Cabo San Lucas. Thanks for sharing.

[@lupitaosnaya8843]

Thank you for making our town look so beautiful, god bless you ! ❤️

[@Tker1970]

4:00 no more tourist card in Cabo. You do have to do the customs form (one per family)

[@dnfreelon13]

Great info, especially about exit card. I did I not know this. I leave Sunday for some dental implants. Staying at Riu Santa Fe. Thanks!!

[@alysmalls]

Actually you don't have to worry about the card anymore, shortly after this video was posted they did away with those. One less thing to worry about, enjoy your trip!

[@gamagarcia3037]

any recommendations for dentists there

[@DougSladeStuff]

Another great video! :) For beaches there is Palmilla beach and Chileno BAy as well, great swimming there as well. They are between Cabo and San Jose Del Cabo. Also, for transportation, there are the buses. Really easy to use and cheap, if going to cabo from San Jose Del Cabo, or visa versa, try the bus. It is safe, cheaper and does not take a real long time either. Try it out. Great way to see area and you can stop at the beaches I mentioned as well. Can get to Walmart as well and return in a taxi or uber. Cheers, Love the videos, keep em coming. :)

[@TheUnforgiven69]

You say "as well" far too many times. You edited your comment. One would think you'd have noticed as well as well as well lol

[@DougSladeStuff]

@@TheUnforgiven69 Get a life lol As well!

[@colettejaques2559]

Never use an uber!!!! Their illegal...ubers

[@carlosblanco2460]

Great video...thank you Ally!!

[@crazypilot4017]

Nice 👍 Been wanting to plan a trip there, just don’t know which hotel yet! 😎

[@vla179]

Great video! Can you make a video which hotels have a good swimming beach in front?

[@alizablair8245]

Great video!! You can swim in San Jose Del Cabo. I usually stay at the Royal Solaris or rent a condo in San Jose. I've only had one or two days of rough water, for the most part, we've been able to swim. Also an update, they don't do the visitor card anymore.

[@kristinoblon8653]

Financial Tip! Most places do not use a favorable exchange rate so it’s more advantageous to pay in pesos…even when using your credit card. Ask them to run the card in pesos. Depending on size of bill, it can be a $5 or more price difference. We always figure out the exchange rate they are using by dividing pesos by the dollar amount…9 out of 10 times they are using a lower exchange rate so running everything in pesos is usually a good bet.

[@dabig25]

Very Helpful video...Thanks

[@alysmalls]

Top things to do in Cabo San Lucas - watch my video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoHafqaZrp6ho5Y

[@aliimran9744]

Nice video

[@esergokeri8600]

thank you again ! definitely subscribing to your channel. could you maybe do a video like your LV video and tell us the most amazing things to do in Cabo?

[@alysmalls]

Great idea!!

[@iambesthair]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@Arponhalder68]

Good information thank you miss

[@patrickoconnor661]

Good video. Good information. Thank you.

[@Mackenzieadventures1]

Been there 4 times love it. Stay at Club Cascadas.:)

[@ThomasIndustrious]

I took an Uber from the airport to San Jose Del Cabo. The people at the airport said Uber was not allowed to pick me up there but the Uber driver met me at arrivals area and it worked fine. So don’t be afraid to use Uber. Uber seemed to work as good there as it does in the States

[@tracimorgan3695]

Thanks for the tips we are going next month!

[@MiezProduction]

Nice video!

[@jimharris8707]

When I was there in Nov 2022 they took the immigration card from you at Customs and kept it so you no longer have to keep track of it. I was there in Jan. 2023 and it was the same thing.

[@alysmalls]

Yes, this was filmed in Aug 2022, and I think it changed shortly after, thanks for the update

[@mr.nuna916]

Really? We were just in Cancun in July 22' and we still needed to hang on to those cards. If what you say is true then that's just one less thing to worry about! Did you still need to test neg at the resort before leaving? Or have they relaxed covid restrictions?

[@sandyhuys3053]

thank you we have pre planned most of what you said but will get small US bills to add to our mix

[@sandramavoungou2236]

Thank you so much for this video

[@seanhunter4297]

Hey Aly! As a fellow traveler, I did find this video helpful. I had a similar experience with the timeshare reps & taxis screaming at me in Cancun...my destination was Playa del Carmen & I walked past the screamers & went to an air conditioned bus for a 45 min. ride to Playa del Carmen. I have a question regarding the bus companies you showed...which one do you recommend??? I saw this purple bus on a video about Cabo...i don't know the name though... Puerto something....please answer if yiu can help give me names of a shuttle I could take to mayan monkey HOSTEL, which is near the Marina.

[@atoosabastani9265]

Hi , Your videos are awesome.I absolutely love them. Questions: 1.do you recommend Cabo for solo female travelers?2. What airport shuttle company do you recommend?

[@BEN-xq4ny]

great videos and super nice voice.

[@mikimiki195]

Always great tips I always taught it was just Cabo’s

[@lawrencemorrison1975]

Hi, I was wondering what company you would recommend for airport transfer? Thank you

[@alysmalls]

Hi there - Airport transportation (private): viator.tp.st/4JU3KWzu Airport shuttle (shared - cheaper): viator.tp.st/hyAf6jNE

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Thank you for sharing these tips! You're very lovely to watch. Though I need to ask what bag did you use for this trip? Have you tried using a duffle bag for your travel? I recommend using the Bento Bag from Nomad Lane.

[@ripabiswas3214]

Great video👌👌

[@asfday]

Aly, thank you so much for this video. However, I'd like to know how to get resort reservations for the U.S.A.

[@alysmalls]

Hi Bashir, what do you mean by that?

[@asfday]

@Aly Smalls Hi Aly, I would like to know how to get hotel reservations from the U.S.A., this will be my first time taking a vacation, and I don't want to be a victim of scammers

[@alysmalls]

@@asfday Book through Expedia, Booking dot com or directly with the hotel. I've never had an issue using all 3 of these

[@alalesc3796]

Great video!

[@lduranceau8046]

Thank you for the helpful video. I have a question: In Puerto Vallarta, we found that that water on the beach was on the dark side. Is this the same in Cabo?

[@alysmalls]

Cabo water had many bright turquoise pockets, and great clear water snorkeling if you head out on a tour. I would say it wasn't as dark as the main beaches in PV proper

[@shine8moon]

I didn’t have any issue with Uber which is also much cheaper than taxi in St Lucas. We had to use the resort shuttle to the gate to meet up with Uber on the way out but on the way back they can drop us at the door .

[@alysmalls]

Gotcha, sounds like you had the same experience as us.

[@sugeymagana124]

Hi there! Was the Uber able to pick you up around the airport? Did you have to walk out to a certain area so they can pick you up?

[@andrefuller2409]

Is September a good time to visit

[@mexicoliferodcook9479]

Another good video...😊

[@alainlapointe7777]

Riu Santa Fe is an oasis in the desert the area around it is pretty lame but once you get into the resort its another world .

[@stanis6543]

I just booked a stay there and was worried about kids.

[@alainlapointe7777]

@@stanis6543 There were a lot of families while we were there ( 5/12 jan.) never seen a party place like that with a lot of drunk folks however never seen a child near any of them so just stay near the pools near the auditorium

[@myla2308]

@@alainlapointe7777 Did you go on any excursions and did the resort offer any? Going there in May.

[@alainlapointe7777]

@@myla2308 No we walked on the beach to the marina and then to the Pacific side of the arches . We also took the "water taxi " to go to lovers beach and to cabi san lucas

[@travelmanMN]

My first trip if I go to Cabo will be solo. I am thinking of going during the shoulder season. is that really a bg deal? Thinking mid-Feb.

[@alysmalls]

We recently visited in mid-February and loved it. Was a little chilly in the evenings though

[@jacem4817]

What about just wading in water like wast deep

[@scottwitt8732]

Thank you.

[@JohnSmith-ji7xt]

My brother lives in Cancun, and he says the cartels run the taxis. It could be the same here. If that is the case, then it makes sense why rideshares are not welcome.

[@NIKKIGIA777]

How did you like Hacienda Encantada?

[@alysmalls]

I didn't like it at all. I made a video review and tour on my channel if you're interested

[@alianajackson401]

Can you reccommend companies/agencies for transportation from the airport?

[@kristinoblon8653]

We just used the company, Juan Pablo…$180usd round trip from airport to Cabo San Lucas. Had waters and beer in cooler for us. Not a luxury vehicle but got us where we needed to go!

[@paulhomer8872]

Nice music, a little on tips.

[@susannemayer9949]

Local transit is extremely affordable and available!

[@rochellebyrdsong2305]

Hello. Do you have any recommendations for a private driver to take us around time and show us the local areas?

[@alysmalls]

I don't - but I recommend joining a couple of Facebook groups about visiting Cabo and asking around. That's how I usually find drivers myself.

[@Lili4Yah]

Hi Aly 👋 Is it easy to find parking spots in San José and San Lucas when you rent a car?, or it is better use taxi service?. I am watching all your "Los Cabos" videos, and I appreciate all your guidance and tips. Did you think about going to Perú?. Thank you so much 🌷

[@alysmalls]

Parking is a nightmare lol. I recommend taxi or Uber if you can. Haven't been to Peru, but would love to one day!

[@Lili4Yah]

@@alysmalls Thank you!! Welcome to Perú!

[@hzleyes7087]

Going to Cabo 22-27 Dec. how is Xmas time?

[@lindabennett5856]

Beautiful place just need more time.

[@brandeelea8079]

Hello Aly I booked a. Teip to cabo for September and looking at all the comments i feel like maybe I should cancel.. I haven't been back since 2018.... Seems like everyone is disappointed 😢

[@David_Saucedo]

Were those my drone shots? lol

[@rainmaker3700]

#1 tip: Bring a supply of imodium with you.

[@ApriliaRacer14]

Just hit the farmcia and get anti-parasitic tablets. Hit me many times while living in CDMX.

[@popdafourliketupacshakur6256]

@@ApriliaRacer14what’s the deal with parasites and Imodium? I don’t get it and will be traveling there

[@dabig25]

Because the water in Mexico is not safe to drink from tap . Bacteria and not as sanitary as the US

[@weretheosbornes]

Everyone please listen to this comment.

[@SeekerFitness]

Just got back -Oct 2024- no tourist card

[@danalvarado147]

Si, siempre tengo que llevar pesos. Esta gringa si sabe

[@kenjohnson6603]

I do not agree with only taking $1, $5, $10 and a few $20 bills. Try taking $5,000 in small bills. I have never had any problem getting change back for a hundred dollar bill, but sometimes my change is in Pesos, but so what?

[@_.sunshyne_]

Wait so we need a passport to go to Cabo?

[@natanhaelalvarado6137]

Of course, los cabos is in Mexico, and just like any country, Mexico government asks foreigners proper documentation and information like passports.

[@paulj4228]

Just came back from a cruise that stopped at cabo. The place they can do you in to the port, Like all ports they have a lot of shops a lot of restafrance be wise and where you eat. Food prices could be nuas far as cost. My wife and I stopped at a place called Baja tacos. It was not good. Here's what we ate, One order tacos you got 3, One sandwich called lobster roll. It was fake lobster One Margarita made with Don Julio tequila. And to finish it off one bottle of water. Total costs for this was $97.55 American a little bit pricey. You got about a 2 spoon of what they called lobster on the lobster roll with 2 slices of bacon one piece of avocado Oh yes we had some guacamole too This place rip you off do not go there unless you have a lot of money for c***** food.

[@paulj4228]

Sorry for the mistakes up above.

[@mattjohnson7835]

One mistake I made was exchanging dollars for Pesos at the airport. By far, the worst exchange rate. Do not do it! Taxis quote in Dollars. Pay in dollars.

[@celathianaaron6057]

❤️

[@bits4959]

Rate it out of 10

[@irinamartin8773]

👍👍👍

[@futuregamer5791]

I don't have a tourist card.

[@kayosole]

Never going again because prices are ridiculous out there

[@rich2376]

You have beautiful teeth!

[@danielgriffin8132]

Cartels not safe

[@TheUnforgiven69]

Nothing wrong with it... but noticed Aly had her teeth professionally whitened. Just saying. I notice everything.

[@alysmalls]

If Crest white strips count...then sure! lol

[@TheUnforgiven69]

@@alysmalls You have a great smile and nice white teeth. Blessed is the one who gets to kiss you

[@pennyking3823]

Here's the biggest tip If you want a TRUE Mexico experience, stay away from Cabo Used to be a great fishing village, now an over priced tourist trap. Sleazy people, drug dealers, everyone looking to make a buck, Expensive hotels, condos, and meals. It's like being in Orange county . I recently stayed for a week in Manzanillo. The entire price would probably be one day in Cabo