In ‘Pack With Me,’ influencers and editors give us a rundown of their travel must-haves and a few travel hacks to go along with them. For this installment, a writer shares what essentials are in her suitcase for a trip to Cabo San Lucas.
If your social media timeline is anything like mine, it seems everyone is in Mexico. From girls-only trios eating and drinking their way through CDMX to spring breakers taking feet-first dives in cenotes in Tulum, people have jump started summertime behavior across the border. I, too, found myself searching for the sun in Cabo San Lucas, where the desert meets at the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean. This region of Baja California has loads of vacation activities: whale watching from seaside hotels (humpback whales turn this area into their aquatic playground from December to April); wandering the quaint streets of downtown San José del Cabo, which is filled with vibrant shops of artisanal tequilas, Mexican folk art, “alebrijies” and embroidered textiles; trekking the Los Cabos canyon terrain; or sailing along the endless coastline in a party catamaran. However you want to experience Cabo, here’s an essential items list for every adventure that awaits.
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Best Packing Tips for Cabo San Lucas
During its high season months (October to May), the weather can peak at 80s Farenheit and dip to 70s Farenheit. Yes, that’s pretty warm but I still like traveling with layers. I always bring a classic jean or olive or tan khaki jacket that marries well with anything plus a stylish cotton or canvas tote that won’t get weighed down with spare items (big scarves or a light sweatshirt). The beauty of Cabos San Lucas is that in four days you can experience everything from the canyons to the coast. Pack resort wear, swimsuits, athleisure, and flowy dresses so you can interchange your looks with ease.
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I know you haven’t even landed yet but Mexican’s artisan rich culture will have you searching for space to squeeze in many of the embroidered and hand painted souvenirs that will surely spice up any space back home. Even a small-batch bottle of tequila will upgrade your bar cart. To ensure the safety of these items, be prepared to carefully wrap and bring them on the plane (except for the tequila if it’s not bought at duty-free). Bring an extra bag, preferably collapsible, so that your vacation goodies will travel back unbroken.
Speaking of tequila, I’ve long wanted a bottle of Clase Azul Reposado (which comes in a distinctive ceramic white decanter with blue flourishes). Even though the Los Cabos region does not produce tequila or mezcal (that’s done on the mainland in Jalisco, Mexico), Clase Azul is only sold in two boutique outposts in Los Cabos. The only other place is at Los Cabos International Airport but it’s not duty free, which means it must go in your carry-on. If you have a direct flight to your destination, you’re good. However, if your flight connects, you must check the luggage after your first leg.
Keep reading for more travel tips and a packing list for your trip to Cabo San Lucas.
