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Chilling out in laidback Los Cabos

Alberto Coppola, president of the Los Cabos Convention & Vistors Bureau, exits Mama's Royal Cafe. It has a dedicated following of locals and tourists, who adore its breakfasts.
Alberto Coppola, president of the Los Cabos Convention & Vistors Bureau, exits Mama's Royal Cafe. It has a dedicated following of locals and tourists, who adore its breakfasts.
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All-inclusives are popular with value-minded Los Cabos visitors, and Barcelo Los Cabos Palace Deluxe in San Jose del Cabo is a big one.
All-inclusives are popular with value-minded Los Cabos visitors, and Barcelo Los Cabos Palace Deluxe in San Jose del Cabo is a big one.
Barcelo Hotels & Resorts
Boatman Pedro Guadalupe Castillo offers tourists close-up views of The Arch and a sea-lion colony in Cabo.
Boatman Pedro Guadalupe Castillo offers tourists close-up views of The Arch and a sea-lion colony in Cabo.
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An oceanview balcony at the Capella Pedregal offers a mini-infinity pool for dipping while sampling the complimentary guacamole and drinks brought each afternoon.
An oceanview balcony at the Capella Pedregal offers a mini-infinity pool for dipping while sampling the complimentary guacamole and drinks brought each afternoon.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
The open-air lobby at Capella has a view of the ocean.
The open-air lobby at Capella has a view of the ocean.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Poolside cabanas at ME by Melia.
Poolside cabanas at ME by Melia.
ME By Melia Cabo
A "miracle tree" -- a Mexican Christmas tradition, is decorated at Los Cabos hotels including the Capella Pedregal resort.
A "miracle tree" -- a Mexican Christmas tradition, is decorated at Los Cabos hotels including the Capella Pedregal resort.
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A guest savors the serenity of one of Capella's oceanfront pools.
A guest savors the serenity of one of Capella's oceanfront pools.
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The ME by Melia resort offers daybeds for lounging.
The ME by Melia resort offers daybeds for lounging.
ME By Melia Cabo
Extreme luxury: a sofa outside an in-room shower at the Capella resort.
Extreme luxury: a sofa outside an in-room shower at the Capella resort.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Some suites at ME by Melia come with views of Cabo's rock formations.
Some suites at ME by Melia come with views of Cabo's rock formations.
ME By Melia Cabo
The entrance to the Capella resort is a dramatic tunnel carved out of a rocky hillside.
The entrance to the Capella resort is a dramatic tunnel carved out of a rocky hillside.
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An infinity pool with soothing whirlpool awaits guests at Capella Pedregal in Cabo.
An infinity pool with soothing whirlpool awaits guests at Capella Pedregal in Cabo.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Mama's royal cafe in Cabo dishes up almost any egg dish you can think of, served with sides of homemade salsa.
Mama's royal cafe in Cabo dishes up almost any egg dish you can think of, served with sides of homemade salsa.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
A small private beach at Esperanza, An Auberge Resort, where actress Gwyneth Paltrow wed rocker Chris Martin. Celebs like Esperanza because only guests at the gated resort can access its protected beaches.
A small private beach at Esperanza, An Auberge Resort, where actress Gwyneth Paltrow wed rocker Chris Martin. Celebs like Esperanza because only guests at the gated resort can access its protected beaches.
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Resorts, including Esperanza, offer romantic beach dining. Many a proposal has been made on the sands.
Resorts, including Esperanza, offer romantic beach dining. Many a proposal has been made on the sands.
Esperanza, An Auberge Resort
A beach massage pavilion at Esperanza is hedonism personified.
A beach massage pavilion at Esperanza is hedonism personified.
Esperanza, An Auberge Resort
Esperanza's pool, like those at most Cabos luxury resorts, is spectacular.
Esperanza's pool, like those at most Cabos luxury resorts, is spectacular.
Esperanza, An Auberge Resort
A suite at Esperanza, where guests get a bedroom with a view.
A suite at Esperanza, where guests get a bedroom with a view.
Esperanza, An Auberge Resort
A fisherman tries his luck on the wide beach by Las Ventanas al Paraiso. It, like most in Los Cabos, is not swimmable due to strong currents.
A fisherman tries his luck on the wide beach by Las Ventanas al Paraiso. It, like most in Los Cabos, is not swimmable due to strong currents.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
The Hacienda Beach Club and Residences in Cabo is built on the site of the iconic Hacienda Hotel, where celebs such as John Wayne stayed.
The Hacienda Beach Club and Residences in Cabo is built on the site of the iconic Hacienda Hotel, where celebs such as John Wayne stayed.
Hacienda Beach Club And Residences
Las Ventanas pool villas are enjoyed by Hollywood bigwigs and those with fat wallets.
Las Ventanas pool villas are enjoyed by Hollywood bigwigs and those with fat wallets.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
A complimentary arrival margarita waits to be sipped on a balcony at the Capella Pedregal resort.
A complimentary arrival margarita waits to be sipped on a balcony at the Capella Pedregal resort.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
A complimentary arrival margarita waits to be sipped in a mini-infinity pool on a balcony at the Capella Pedregal.
A complimentary arrival margarita waits to be sipped in a mini-infinity pool on a balcony at the Capella Pedregal.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
President Obama slept here -- in a bed in a corner suite at Esperanza, An Auberge Resort. The suite also has hosted Gwyneth Paltrow and husband Chris Martin.
President Obama slept here -- in a bed in a corner suite at Esperanza, An Auberge Resort. The suite also has hosted Gwyneth Paltrow and husband Chris Martin.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
The One & Only Palmilla resort has its own chapel, where weddings are officiated.
The One & Only Palmilla resort has its own chapel, where weddings are officiated.
One & Only Palmilla
A junior suite with sundeck at One & Only Palmilla.
A junior suite with sundeck at One & Only Palmilla.
One & Only Palmilla
Jennifer Aniston – who has been spotted at most of Cabo's luxury lodgings – stayed at The Villa Cortez at One & Only Palmilla. It has a private beach, spa, gym and screening room and rents for $10,000-$25,000 a night.
Jennifer Aniston – who has been spotted at most of Cabo's luxury lodgings – stayed at The Villa Cortez at One & Only Palmilla. It has a private beach, spa, gym and screening room and rents for $10,000-$25,000 a night.
One & Only Palmilla
Palmilla's Market Restaurant features the Michelin-starred cuisine of Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
Palmilla's Market Restaurant features the Michelin-starred cuisine of Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
One & Only Palmilla
Rows of souvenir vendors vie for the tourist trade by the marina in Cabo San Lucas.
Rows of souvenir vendors vie for the tourist trade by the marina in Cabo San Lucas.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Walls of the raucous Squid Roe bar are lined with sassy sayings.
Walls of the raucous Squid Roe bar are lined with sassy sayings.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Cabo San Lucas caters to the mass-market tourist with T-shirt shops and tattoo parlors.
Cabo San Lucas caters to the mass-market tourist with T-shirt shops and tattoo parlors.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
The famous 'El Arco' natural arch in Cabo San Lucas is a tourist must-see.
The famous 'El Arco' natural arch in Cabo San Lucas is a tourist must-see.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
The macadamia-nut-and-caramel pancakes are a popular breakfast dish at Las Ventanas al Paraiso.
The macadamia-nut-and-caramel pancakes are a popular breakfast dish at Las Ventanas al Paraiso.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
A Ventanas beach butler serves a guest.
A Ventanas beach butler serves a guest.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
No detail is overlooked at Las Ventanas. There's even a pottery incense holder to waft away bathroom smells.
No detail is overlooked at Las Ventanas. There's even a pottery incense holder to waft away bathroom smells.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
The main pool at Las Ventanas al Paraiso overlooks the Sea of Cortez.
The main pool at Las Ventanas al Paraiso overlooks the Sea of Cortez.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
The main pool at Las Ventanas al Paraiso overlooks the Sea of Cortez.
The main pool at Las Ventanas al Paraiso overlooks the Sea of Cortez.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
The main restaurant at Las Ventanas al Paraiso overlooks the pool.
The main restaurant at Las Ventanas al Paraiso overlooks the pool.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
The spa at Las Ventanas has been recently expanded. Treatment rooms have outdoor areas.
The spa at Las Ventanas has been recently expanded. Treatment rooms have outdoor areas.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
Ventanas' accommodations are decorated with Mexican crafts and whimsical stone headboards.
Ventanas' accommodations are decorated with Mexican crafts and whimsical stone headboards.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Rooftop Terrace suites at Las Ventanas al Paraiso have generous balconies with small spa pools as well as an upper deck for sunbathing.
Rooftop Terrace suites at Las Ventanas al Paraiso have generous balconies with small spa pools as well as an upper deck for sunbathing.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Guests arriving at Las Ventanas al Paraiso find a tequila set in their room that includes the fiery liquor and tastes that complement it, including spicy pumpkin seeds and chocolate.
Guests arriving at Las Ventanas al Paraiso find a tequila set in their room that includes the fiery liquor and tastes that complement it, including spicy pumpkin seeds and chocolate.
Kitty Bean Yancey, USA TODAY
Guests at Las Ventanas can opt to stay in villas with pools.
Guests at Las Ventanas can opt to stay in villas with pools.
Las Ventanas, A Rosewood Resort
Dining options at Las Ventanas include the intimate 'La Cava' Wine Room.
Dining options at Las Ventanas include the intimate 'La Cava' Wine Room.
Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
Whale-watching is a big activity in Los Cabos in winter, as the giant mammals cavort during their yearly migration.
Whale-watching is a big activity in Los Cabos in winter, as the giant mammals cavort during their yearly migration.
Los Cabos Convention & Visitors Bureau
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