Swine Flu Los Cabos

I've been getting a few questions about swine flu in los Cabos and swine flu in Cabo San Lucas. So what's the real story on swine flu Los Cabos? Any place in Mexico with domestic Mexican and international travelers mixing is of concern in a potential swine flu pandemic. That is not to say there … Continue reading Swine Flu Los Cabos

Mexican Drug Wars vs US Economy and Families

So after posting a few times about the Mexican drug war, I got to thinking about its possible cascading effects. I only wrote about this topic in response to questions I'd received from travelers. But how do the actions of the Mexican drug cartels influence jobs, families and the economy on this side of the … Continue reading Mexican Drug Wars vs US Economy and Families

Cabo Drug Cartels?

Got another question about Cabo San Lucas / San Jose del Cabo and the Mexican drug cartel violence the US media loves to trumpet lately. Is there a connection? Should I be worried if I'm traveling to Cabo? Will I be abducted by the Mexican Mafia and cut up into little pieces? No. No. No. … Continue reading Cabo Drug Cartels?

Cabo San Lucas Weather

I've traveled to Cabo / Los Cabos Mexico a few times, an area that encompasses both the relatively sleepy San Jose del Cabo and the comparatively exciting Cabo San Lucas. Why do I go? In part because the weather in Cabo San Lucas is always amazing. Sunny and hot in the summer. Sunny and warm … Continue reading Cabo San Lucas Weather

Cabo Drug War?

Is Cabo safe from all of the recent Mexican drug cartel action? Short answer: I think so. Cabo should not be considered a front in the current war between the federales and the drug kingpins.  I run a fun Cabo web site and I receive a few emails each week asking me questions about Los … Continue reading Cabo Drug War?