Los Cabos is on the western tip of Mexico's Baja California. As you fly over the Sea of Cortes that separates Baja California from the rest of Mexico, you'll have an amazing view of the tall peaks of the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range that is the backdrop for hundreds of miles of golden beach, blue water and dramatic red cliffs. Cacti, palm trees and landscaped gardens dot the pale desert landscape.
San José del Cabo: Located ten minutes from Los Cabos International Airport, San Jose is a colonial city with that special Old World charm. The main avenue, Paseo Mijares, is a wonderful street full of world class shops and enchanting restaurants. Picturesque, historical San Jose del Cabo, founded in the 18th century by catholic missionaries, has still retained its authentic colonial atmosphere.
Cabo San Lucas: Twenty miles south of San Jose del Cabo is the lovely city of Cabo San Lucas. Although it has kept its original spirit of a small fishing village, it has also moved into the modern world through constant development and now has many first rate hotels, exclusive restaurants and a vibrant nightlife. The new marina has over 300 slips and all around it are some incredible shopping malls, open air restaurants and night clubs. Cabo San Lucas is the most active of Los Cabos' micro-destinations.
Tourism Corridor: Stretching all along the 18 miles of coastline that caresses the cities of San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas the tourism corridor is one golden beach after another and is where most of the new hotel developments-including several 5 starts hotels, golf courses and wonderful beaches-are located.
TERMINALS
Continental Airlines (CO) America West (HP) American Airlines (AA) Aeromexico (AM) Mexicana (MX) Frontier (FF) Aerocalifornia (JR) United Airlines (UA).
Alaska Airlines (AS) Delta Airlines (DL) Charter Flights
The San Jose del Cabo International Airport receives more than 150 flights per week. Several airlines run regular flights to Los Cabos, including American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American West, Mexicana, Aeromexico,, Delta Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. Tourists coming from the East Coast of the United States can make connections in Atlanta, Dallas and Houston. Tourists coming from the West Coast can fly direct from Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco and Seattle. Other options include Chicago, Denver and Las Vegas. Los Cabos is about 2 ½ hours from Los Angeles, Phoenix, Houston, Dallas and Mexico City. Add another 2 1/2 to 3 hours if you are traveling from East Coast Cities.
AEROMEXICO
ALASKA AIRLINES
AMERICAN WEST AIRLINES
AMERICAN AIRLINES
CONTINENTAL AIRLINES
DELTA AIRLINES
MEXICANA
UNITED AIRLINES
IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS
Requirements to enter the country: All foreigners traveling to Mexico must show a document that proof that they are citizens of their country of origin (a valid passport, or an original birth certificate along with an official ID.) Visitors must also fill out an "immigration form" that they can obtain for free at the airport or one of the airline agents or from your travel agency. This tourist card must be returned to immigration authorities in Mexico when you leave the country. Children under 18 years of age who are traveling alone or with only one of their parents, must have a letter of permission to travel signed by both parents.
EBaggage Claim and Customs : After passing through Immigration, you go to the baggage claim area. A customs official will ask for the customs declaration you filled out on the plane. Visitors will be asked to press the button on the stop light; if you get a red light, a Customs Official will quickly inspect your bag but if you get a green light you go through and exit the terminal. A member of our staff will be waiting for you with a sign with your company name and logo.
Airport Reception: We'll provide skycaps to handle your luggage (if requested in advance)and take you to the shuttles that will take you to your hotel. The Tropical Incentives uniform is a blue shirt with kaki colored pants or skirt, or a white polo shirt with blue Bermudas. All shirts have the Tropical Incentives logo and our staff use a name tag at all times to identify them.
Restrictions: Inside the airport, Travel agencies or DMC staff is not allowed into the Baggage Claim area. Travel agency personnel are not allowed to work inside the airport facilities. All baggage must be checked prior to departure to your country of origin. All groups must leave the airport by the same door.
CONSULATES
UNITED STATES CONSULAR AGENCY
United Status Consular Agency in Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S. Office Hours: from Monday through Friday / 09:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Emergency Number: 619 + 692-2154 Blvd. Marina Local C-4 Plaza Náutica Downtown 23410 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S. Telephone: (624) 143-3566 Fax: (624) 143-6750 E-mail: usconsulcabo@hotmail.com Consular Agent: Michael J. Houston
CANADIAN CONSULATE
Canadian Consulate, Plaza Jose Green, local 9, Boulevard Mijares s/n, Colonia Centro, [Downtown] 23400 San José del Cabo, B.C.S. Tel.: 91 (114)2-43-33 Fax: 91 (114) 2-42-62.
EMERGENCIES
Medical Services
Most hotels have professional medical assistance 24 hours per day or you may select the doctor and hospital of your choice. Los Cabos has several ambulance companies and air ambulance service to the States. Some hospitals are affiliated with international medical insurance companies; however, it's best to check with your insurance company before traveling.
Medicines / Dietary Restrictions
If you take prescription medicines, we recommend you bring your prescription and a supply of the medicine you most take in its original packaging in your carry-on bag. This will legally identify your prescription medicines and make it easier to replace them if necessary. If you use glasses or contact lens, bring a spare pair with you. Special dietary requirements can be taken into consideration if you advise your hotel in advance. If you are going out on a tour, please advise the Tropical Incentives tour director of your specific situation and confirm that your individual needs can be attended to once you are here.
Emergency Numbers:
Fire Station (624) 143-3577
Police (624) 142-0361
Mexican Red Cross (624) 143-330
0 Highway Patrol (624) 146-0573
Social Security Hospital (624) 142-0180
Amerimed Hospital (624) 143-9670
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