Los Cabos, Mexico has several places that you must visit because it is an exotic place where desert, beach, and luxury connect, so you will find the perfect spot for your photos, and you will discover the best secret wonders of the country. An unmissable place for your next travel to Los Cabos is The Arch of Cabo San Lucas.

This emblematic rock formation of granite is part of Vigía Mountain, which is located south of Baja California peninsula and divides the Pacific Ocean from the Gulf of California, therefore the marine currents have given way to beautiful natural phenomena that you must appreciate at least once in your lifetime,
specifically these 3 beaches.

THE SECRET BEACH

Due to the location of this natural attraction, currents have accumulated sand in certain areas, but did you know that every 4 years a small beach appears below The Arch?

It is a very striking place because of the low tide and the landscape that is appreciated is completely different. Although an exact date of the phenomenon is not available, last year in early June this beach was revealed. So it will take 3 or 4 years for us to see this peculiar event again.

The governmental authorities recommend not to get off the boats during this special season because the waves on the beach are really strong, however, appreciate the phenomenon from the safety boat, the magnitude of the famous rock formation and the fauna that inhabits there, it is a good bullet-to-add to
your bucket list.

LOVER'S BEACH

This popular beach is just 100 meters away from The Arch and is perfect for sunbathing and enjoying a special day. It is a must-go because it is one of the few beaches with two different seas, and among its waters, you can see marine diversity: fishes, rays, and sea lions that also enjoy the sunny days.

There are several theories about the origin of the name, but the first refers to the union of the Pacific Ocean with the Gulf of California, but there are those who say that a local young woman rescued a Japanese sailor there in the 18th century. Whatever the reason, this beach will witness your love for the Mexican waves.

DIVORCE BEACH

Connected to the Lover's Beach is the Divorce Beach, and according to locals the end of the romantic story of the sailor and the young woman was there. Since her father disapproved of the relationship between his daughter and the Japanese, the lady, unable to have this love, decided to kill herself on this beach… but don’t worry! It is just a legend.

The fact is that the waves are perfect for some water sports such as jet skiing or snorkeling.

As in many parts of Mexico, South Baja California cuisine dates back thousands of years when the first settlers of the state of Baja California Sur practiced hunting, fishing, and gathering fruits. Its main settlements were located in what we know today as San Ignacio and Mulegé with its privileged microclimates with springs and abundant vegetation.

When the missionaries led by Father Juan María Salvatierra arrived in the region, the gastronomic fusion began to give a new direction to the customs of the place by introducing crops such as vine, olive trees, wheat, and corn, in addition to the breeding of pigs, cattle, and goats. Thus, Baja California Sur has an extensive menu that takes advantage of the natural wealth of the products found on land, but mainly they are made up of the abundance that comes from the sea.

On this occasion, we list the 5 most typical dishes of this state as a little taste to savor while you plan your next visit to this beautiful region of Mexico.

LOBSTER IN BUTTER

The lobster is present practically throughout the entire length and breadth of the Baja California peninsula, and in the southern side, this delicacy had to take part in its gastronomy. Prepared in butter, it is considered one of the stars of South Baja California cuisine.

BEEF MACHACA BURRITOS

Machaca is always present in the north, and if you add the word “burrito”, another typical dish from that region, you get a delight. The meat is covered with salt and let dry in the sun. Later it is crushed or “machacada” with a stone as it has been done since colonial times. This preserved the meat for long periods of time. The most typical way to prepare the machaca is stewed or scrambled with egg, prepared with chili, onion, and tomato. To prepare the burrito, you just have to fold the flour tortilla at the top and bottom ends and roll it up like a taco.

STINGRAY MACHACA 

As we said, the beef machaca, and even lamb or goat, is well known in the north of the country, but in Baja California Sur they have given a twist to their recipe by including stingray meat in their preparation.

Its origin comes from the witty spirit that comes with scarcity, thus, in the days when the drought decimated the livestock, the peninsulars continued to enjoy this traditional dish, but using manta rays, whose meat is shredded with their fingers.

FISH TACOS LA PAZ-STYLE 

Fish, fish, and fish is the protagonist of many typical dishes of the region: in ceviche, empapelado or wrapped, tatemado or zarandeado, but perhaps the best known is the capeado or battered with a mixture of flour and fried until golden and crisp. Served in tacos it is a must!

CHOCOLATA CLAMS, TATEMADAS 

Tatemar, from the Nahuatl tlatemati which means “roast in fire”, is a technique that pre-Hispanic cultures already used and continues to this day in most of the states that make up Mexico. In Baja California Sur they apply this cooking to chocolata clams, —as their shell has a color similar to chocolate—, and the flavor obtained is simply delicious and smoked.

It is a gastronomic symbol of the Magic Town of Loreto, where they celebrate the Chocolata Clam Festival in early June.

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IN CONCLUSION

Los Cabos is a very unique destination that brings the desert to the Caribbean. The Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean. It is one of the most beautiful places we have visited.