The dream is now a reality
Living your best Life in LOS CaboS
Cabo is great and living here is amazing. Yes, you can live your dream in Cabo. There is a price point here for everyone. Whether you are planning to be a full time resident, a winter snowbird, an investor or simply need that getaway home, Cabo is where you can find it. In our Living section we offer tips, advice and information on relocation to Cabo, living everyday or just having fun here.
Finding your way
What you need to know
We have the Living section of our site organized into categories as follows. Use these four links as shortcuts to what you’re looking for.
Relocation – Look here for information on relocation from residency to vehicles to shipping personal items, furnishing a home and healthcare.
Everyday Living – Look here for groceries, shopping, getting around and other tips on everyday living.
Food, Sun & Fun – Looking for beaches, food and fun things to do in Cabo. Look here for all our tips!
Home Services – Operating a home in Cabo means services like electricity, water, propane and other things you’ll need to keep the house in order so you can be having fun!
Making the move
Relocation to Cabo
Home Insurance in Los Cabos
Like your property in the US or Canada, insuring your property in Mexico is essential and part of your financial planning. Properly covering your home and personal goods will mitigate your liabilities in
Furnishing a home in Los Cabos
When relocating to Mexico, many options exist for furnishing your new home. Although most homes here are sold furnished, the furniture may either not be your style if you want some things from
Making Los Cabos Home
So, you have moved to Los Cabos, and now it’s time to settle in. Los Cabos is a fantastic home with excellent weather, a unique culture, and many great experiences just waiting to
Vehicles & Insurance in Los Cabos
When relocating to Los Cabos, people ask us so many questions about vehicles. What to do with your cars at home? How do you buy a car here? What about license plates? What’s
Moving to Los Cabos
Should I ship my personal goods to Mexico? If you are considering purchasing or renting a home in Mexico, the one question you every ex-pat considers is whether it is best to pack
Residency in Mexico
When you vacation in Mexico, you are issued an FFM (Forma Migratoria Múltiple) document at the point of entry into Mexico. The FMM document allows entry into Mexico for up to 180 days.
Healthcare in Los Cabos
When relocating to Cabo, one of your biggest concerns is likely to be healthcare. You might wonder if medical care in Los Cabos is state of the art, how available specialists are, and
Bed sizes in Mexico
When you move to Mexico, most people typically bring sheets that fit your bed home, but they may not fit your new bed here. Why? Mattress sizes differ from country to country, and
Los Cabos Relocation Guide
Our relocation guide assumes that you have decided if you are renting a home or buying a home and the many nuances of that come from the buying process. In this guide we
Finding your way
Everyday Living
Farmers Markets in Los Cabos
Farmers Markets and Organic Markets are a great way to find local produce and a great way to support local farmers. This is our guide to where to find them and when they
Home Insurance in Los Cabos
Like your property in the US or Canada, insuring your property in Mexico is essential and part of your financial planning. Properly covering your home and personal goods will mitigate your liabilities in
What time is it in Cabo?
Daylight Savings Time Abolished in Mexico Due to an act of the Mexican Congress in the fall of 2022, Daylight Savings Time has officially been abolished in Mexico. There are a few exceptions
Grocery Shopping in Los Cabos
Grocery shopping in Los Cabos is great. There is a wide variety of options for filling your cupboard and stocking your fridge. In this blog we tell you all about what’s out there
Furnishing a home in Los Cabos
When relocating to Mexico, many options exist for furnishing your new home. Although most homes here are sold furnished, the furniture may either not be your style if you want some things from
Making Los Cabos Home
So, you have moved to Los Cabos, and now it’s time to settle in. Los Cabos is a fantastic home with excellent weather, a unique culture, and many great experiences just waiting to
Vehicles & Insurance in Los Cabos
When relocating to Los Cabos, people ask us so many questions about vehicles. What to do with your cars at home? How do you buy a car here? What about license plates? What’s
Healthcare in Los Cabos
When relocating to Cabo, one of your biggest concerns is likely to be healthcare. You might wonder if medical care in Los Cabos is state of the art, how available specialists are, and
Bed sizes in Mexico
When you move to Mexico, most people typically bring sheets that fit your bed home, but they may not fit your new bed here. Why? Mattress sizes differ from country to country, and
Los Cabos Annual Property Taxes
Annual property taxes are relatively low here in Los Cabos. While inexpensive to most it is still important to understand how they are derived and to make sure you are being charged correctly.
Mail Services and Freight Forwarding
For any ex-pat used to everyday living at home, Mexico will give you some challenges. Some things folks are all very much used to is getting mail delivered at home and getting their
Spanish, Communication & Networking
Don’t know Spanish? Many locals speak English, Google translate gets better all the time and it’s rather easy to learn enough everyday Spanish to get by. Then you need to do some networking,
Plastics Ban and Recycling Options in Los Cabos
No more plastic Starting August 2019 the sale and use of plastic bags, cups, straws, cutlery, Styrofoam containers, and coolers was banned throughout the Baja. Many major stores sell eco-friendly bags to their
Razor Blades in Los Cabos
How to make sure you don’t get surprised by rusty razor blades!
The Gringo Gazette
Extra, extra, read all about it! If your missing your newspaper fix while you are on vacation in Los Cabos, look no further than the Gringo Gazette. Found outside most bars, restaurants, and
Getting Around Los Cabos
Once you arrive in Cabo, you have many options for getting around. How you choose to do that depends on what you are planning on seeing and doing while you’re here. Most hotels
Moving to Cabo? Here Are the Top 10 Things to Do
Congratulations! You’ve just made one of the best decisions of your life. Moving to Cabo, or buying a second home here, is one of the best things you could do. People have been
Getting to Los Cabos
Getting to Los Cabos is fast and easy. There are many direct flights arriving in Cabo from both Canada and the United States 7 days a week, all year round. The Los
Why Choose Los Cabos
You’ve heard about the place, mostly by its abbreviated name “Cabo”. You’ve heard about Sammy Hagar’s Bar, the Cabo Wabo Cantina. You’ve heard about Cabo as a celebrity destination for people like Jennifer
Cool, eclectic & relaxing
FOOD, Sun & Fun
Our Favorite Los Cabos Restaurants
Having lived in Los Cabos for nine years now we have assembled a list of our favorite restaurants. While not a Top 10, more like a Top 20 including our favorite stops on
Cabo Questions & Answers
Cabo is a vacation and home ownership destination for many Americans, Canadians and foreigners from a far away as Europe and Asia. Cabo is one of the most popular destinations in Mexico. In
Whale watching in Cabo
One of Cabo San Lucas’s major attractions is whale-watching, and it attracts thousands of enthusiasts every year. Cabo is known for its diverse marine life and is home to several species of whales
Having a Dog in Cabo
Reading this you’re either a pet lover who loves this kind of story or you’re someone who is interested in adopting a dog in Los Cabos and maybe doesn’t know where to start.
Cabo’s Dog Friendly Beaches
As dogs we love going to the beach. Lots to see, lots to smell, other dogs, sand to roll around in and the ocean surf to play in. Here are all the Jefe
Cabo’s Dog Friendly Restaurants & Bars
Getting out on the town around Cabo with our folks is important to us. Hey, who wants to be lying about at home when there are so many cool places to around town
Your Ultimate Guide to San Jose del Cabo
Cabo may have a reputation as a haven for spring breakers and party animals, but it’s a lot more than that. Los Cabos welcomed over 3 million tourists in 2017. They have also seen
The Best Food in Mexico: The 7 Best Meals and Drinks in Cabo
One of the first things you learn while traveling is that American versions of food don’t hold a candle to authentic cuisine. Another piece of advice to follow while traveling is to eat
What to Do, Eat, and See in the Cabo Corridor
Turquoise oceans, rugged cliffs, cactus-studded hills, luxury resorts, world-class cuisine, and adrenaline filled activities… These words aptly describe the Cabo Corridor in Mexico. Are you ready for the vacay of a lifetime? Well, you’re not
How to Have the Perfect Vacation in Cabo
When people are naming dream vacation spots, the name Cabo often comes up. With the area’s stunning waterfront views and rock formations, it’s easy to see why this has become such a vacation
10 Best Things to Do in Downtown Cabo San Lucas
10 Best Things to Do in Downtown Cabo San Lucas Are you looking for a beautiful home located just minutes away from the beach? Does the idea of a luxurious, yet laidback lifestyle
Top 10 Hidden Gems in Los Cabos
Mexico has long been a hot destination for travelers. While you may first think of places like Cancun and Tulum, Los Cabos has also became popular. In fact in 2017 the city enjoyed
Margaritas!
You’ve been to Cabo and had the Margaritas. You live in Cabo and love the Margaritas. Now it’s time to step out and bring that part of Cabo home! Every host has that one
When is the Best Time to Visit Cabo San Lucas?
Cabo San Lucas welcomed over 3.3 million tourists in 2023, and more vacationers are coming every year. Airlines from Spain and China are also now offering flights to Los Cabos, adding to the
Fun in the Sun – Los Cabos’ Best Beaches
Los Cabos is Mexico’s premier destination for tourism. In fact, in 2017 the town saw a 29% jump in tourists than the previous year and 36% more international visitors. There are many reasons to visit
8 Best Restaurants in Los Cabos
You love surf and turf, and a great taco. You’re all in for luxury with a bit of comfort, too. Basically, you’ve fallen under the spell of Los Cabos. We can’t blame you, especially once
Keeping the lights on and water flowing
HOME SERVICES
Paying your CFE Bill
So you have your first CFE bill and you’re trying to figure out how am I gonna pay this? In this blog we explain your options! Please note if you are after the “Limite
CFE Online Bill Payment Setup
Get yourself setup for on-line CFE bill payment Getting set-up to pay online on the CFE website can be troublesome. The great video below from “Almost Retired in Mexico’s” Brighton West steps you
TV Services in Los Cabos
Let’s just say that Canadians and Americans love their television. In Los Cabos we take comfort in getting some kind of TV from home and watching all the programming our friends are watching
Water Supply in Los Cabos
Water supply is a popular subject of conversation particularly in the Cabo Corridor area of El Tezal. Most Americans and Canadians are used to the water supply to their home being “ON”. Few
Internet, Land Lines & Cell Phones
Sorting out phones and internet is an early priority once you’re living in Cabo. It can be a challenge to get yourself setup and satisfied as you were back home. Having a local
Understanding your CFE Bill
Understanding your CFE bill is the first step in managing your electricity costs. After reading our Guide to Understanding your CFE Bill you should be well on your way. CFE may use different
CFE’s DAC Rate
People often move into their home in Mexico and begin living like they might at home in the US or Canada. One expectation few have is the impact of not paying attention to
CFE and Credit
Many people end up being concerned about having the bill in their name or not in their name if you have just sold your property. The fear and concern comes from home in