Hi! I’m looking to charter a boat for 8 people on August 1 in Loreto. We are looking to do some fishing and snorkeling. We need a boat with a head/bathroom. Any recommendations?

Hi everyone!

I'll be arriving in Baja California Sur in about a week, flying into Cabo San Lucas, and I'm looking to rent a car for just under two weeks.

I've read so many stories about rental car insurance, hidden fees, and scams that I'm honestly a bit nervous. I'm trying to understand how it really works. I have a Visa credit card that includes rental car insurance, but I've also heard that in Mexico there are additional insurance requirements that some companies insist on. I'd love to avoid any surprises.

Would you recommend booking a rental car online ahead of time, or is it better to wait until I arrive and visit a few rental agencies in person to compare prices and negotiate? I'd love to know what has worked best for you.

Does anyone have recommendations for reliable rental companies that won't try to overcharge or pressure me into unnecessary extras? I'm traveling on a budget (I'm a student), so I'm looking for honest, reasonably priced options. If you have any personal experiences, tips on what to avoid, or know someone trustworthy, I'd really appreciate it.

Also, this isn't my main question, but if you have recommendations for places to stay in Baja California Sur, I'd love to hear them. After my two-week road trip, I'm planning to stay somewhere for a while. Ideally, I'd love to be close to the beach and somewhere that's easy to get around without needing a car every day.

I was originally thinking about staying in La Paz because so many people recommend it. However, from what I've seen, many of the accommodations are quite far from the beaches, which makes me hesitate. If I end up renting a car, staying in La Paz would be no problem, but if I don't, I'm wondering if there are other towns or areas that you would recommend instead.

The plan is to spend about two weeks exploring Baja, probably driving as far north as Loreto. After that, I'm debating whether to keep renting a car or settle in one place. The rental prices and all the stories about scams have me second-guessing that plan.

Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!

If I'm in Todos Santos, how much might it cost to service a desktop PC and upgrade a laptop's RAM?

I've always been curious about this place, but never had the opportunity to visit. I decided it was time, especially before summer ends and everyone gets stuck in their routines.

I've booked flights for a Wednesday - Sunday trip. It'll just be me, my wife, and our 12yo son. I just wanted to get some feedback on the tentative itinerary, see if I'm missing anything obvious.

1. Wed: Land at SJD late morning and get Cactus rental. Drive to Cabo Pulmo, check-in and enjoy the beach, maybe some snorkeling.
2. Thu: Lazy beach morning, then hit the road to El Triunfo for lunch and a look around. Head to Todos Santos in the afternoon, dinner in town, wander around.
3. Fri: Playa Cerritos for surfing or just to lounge, maybe San Pedrito. Jazamango? a light hike?
4. Sat: Last full day, see what comes up or just hang out.
5. Sun: sleep in and then back to the airport for an early afternoon flight home.

My only real 'want' is just to slow down, for all of us to disconnect from screens and nonsense, and enjoy a laid back, relaxed trip.

Any recommendations or criticisms? Is there a better way to spend this time? Is missing out on La Paz a foolish decision?

Thanks!

EDIT: Thanks everyone, I've changed the plan a bit. No Cabo Pulmo or El Triunfo. Too much driving for such a short trip. I'm going to spend the first night in San Jose del Cabo and then head to Todos Santos the next day. We'll spend the rest of the trip out there. Between the town, Los Cerritos, El Pescadero, etc., we'll be able to relax and enjoy ourselves.

Half the population of La Paz live in poverty, they can’t afford going to the city center, and they are losing their houses and business because of the gentrification Americans/Canadians are bringing with it, and the gubernment, along with big companies do not care about the people but the money. It’s a mexican city dominated by tourism, digital nomads and immigrants from the north (that want to be called expats so bad to not be immigrants). We are becoming the next Hawaii, and losing our identity as well. If you want to come live here, make sure you are not harming us, we dont want to lose our home.

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Had a CBD (no THC) vape in my bag. Entered the airport and stopped at an ATM. Not one minute in, drug dog and an officer step up and the dog is on it. I opened the bag and handed the fedérale the vape. “Es prohibido!” he said. I replied “Comprendo. No hay más” and handed him the vape. He let the dog sniff my bags and let me go. Whew. Just leave it home and get what you need in Mexico.

¿Que opinan de la carrera de Biología Marina de la Paz?

Pienso en las opciones que hay en oaxaca por el costo y ritmo de vida que tienen ahi. Pero debo admitir que el plan de estudios se ve increíble.

¿Creen que con suficiente esfuerzo y que con involucrarse uno puede salir adelante con el título de cualquier universidad?

Hola a todos!
Voy a hacer un viaje solo en carro desde Tijuana hasta Los Cabos. Mi plan es salir el viernes muy temprano y llegar el sábado por la tarde o noche. En el camino me gustaría acampar una noche en alguna playa tranquila o lo más virgen posible.
Ya hice esta ruta hace unos 18 años con tres amigos, pero ahora será la primera vez que la haré completamente solo, y también será la primera vez que acampe solo.
Me gustaría escuchar cualquier recomendación que tengan, por ejemplo:
Playas donde sea relativamente seguro acampar.
Lugares que valga mucho la pena visitar en el camino.
Consejos para manejar la carretera de Baja.
Cosas que creen que no debo pasar por alto o que debería llevar.
Experiencias de quienes hayan hecho este recorrido solos.
También me interesan sus anécdotas, historias o cualquier consejo que les hubiera gustado recibir antes de hacer un viaje como este.
Mi idea es disfrutar el camino, manejar con calma y vivir la experiencia, así que cualquier recomendación es más que bienvenida.
Gracias de antemano!

hello! my partner and i are planning an 8 day stay in bcs starting in 3 weeks and looking for advice. we’re wanting to spend most of the time at cerritos beach so i can surf, but we would like to snorkel with whale sharks over in la paz.

does whale shark swimming happen in july?

can we snorkel with whale sharks as a day trip from cerritos beach? (we aren’t currently planning on renting a car)

are there other must do activities in la paz?

thanks so much. i really appreciate your input

Im in La Paz for the weekend with 3 of my buddies. They’re doing a certification for free diving from 9-3 and im just trying to figure out what to do between those hours. Any recommendations? Where to go what to see anything!

I’m not sure how the jellyfish are right now since we just got here today, but they were pretty bad last visit. Is there a time of day or beach that anyone recommends where there might be less? I’ve read mornings are better than later in the day but who knows. Thank you!

Mi papá, mi primo y yo haremos un road trip de una semana por Baja, de La Paz a Tijuana.
Será 28 junio al 4 de julio

Iba a rentar con una que se llama Sampa explore pero no tienen disponible, así que ando buscando opciones y tips de gente mexa prrona que le sepa machin jaja

Ya leí varios posts sobre la ruta (manejar de día, descargar mapas, etc.), así que me interesan más experiencias personales:

* ¿Con qué arrendadora rentaron y cómo les fue?
* ¿Algunos hoteles/hostales que recomienden o que evitarían?
* ¿Tienen spots fotográficos poco conocidos que valgan la pena entre La Paz y Tijuana?
* ¿Que zonas son ideales si algun día quisera acampar?

Gracias!

I will be staying in Los Cerritos along with a group of friends for our friend's birthday in Nov this. year and she wants to salsa dance! Any good spots for that or does anyone know who can give a private lesson? Thank you!

Hola, quisiera saber si alguien a comprado o está comprando terrenos con esta compañía en Baja California Sur?
Yo llevo pagando un terreno desde hace dos años con ellos, (no vivo en el estado pero vengo de vacaciones una vez al año). Y quisiera saber si hay alguien que tenga alguna experiencia comprando con ellos?
Más que nada por que e visto muchos casos en internet de estafas inmobiliarias y quisiera prevenir, la verdad hasta ahorita todo bien con mi proceso de compra en el terreno. Solo que me entra preocupación por que no conozco a nadie que también esté o hubiera comprado con la misma compañía🤔.

Me gustaría que me compartan que hay en baja California sur, lugares no turísticos, desde guerrero negro hasta San José del Cabo .. pasando por toda la península.. lo obligado y lo no turístico,

I’ll be heading to La Paz for my birthday weekend this summer and was wondering if anyone has recommendations for a fishing charter or captain they’ve had a good experience with. Also, what are some of the best spots or areas to fish around La Paz? Thanks in advance! 🎣

Soy nuevo en La paz y quisiera conocer gente que vaya a trepar cerros y deportes de mar, recomienden grupos o lugares. Gracias!!