Fai Quan

It’s been a long time since we took a trip outside Canada since COVID. This trip was a spur of the moment decision when I was laying on my couch with the sun shining on me through our window. The heat reminded me of being on the beach in Mexico. I quickly planned an all-inclusive week stay at the Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas. In the past, we have stayed on the Mayan side but this time we decided to try the west side. Not as many pictures as I normally post but enough to capture what is offered at Cabo.

The hotel has three levels with each level containing various buffets & restaurants with the bottom level accessing the pool areas and beach. I don’t think we ever got it straight as to how to get where we wanted to go. Many times we go up a flight of stairs only to turn around and go back down.

Looking out the front entrance of our hotel.

Looking towards the south. Looking towards the north

Top left picture is taken from the lounge. The right picture shows the lucky ones who have the money to buy a room with its’ own pool.

This is one of two identical pools. One is more livelier than the other. So depending upon your mood, you can be constantly entertained with water exercises, water dancing or water polo. The other pool is quieter where you can just relax.

Looking at the back of the hotel from the beach. Individuals were advised not to walk on the beach after dark. Two security people monitored entrances to the hotel from the beach. A dune buggy rode back and forth to deter people from swimming in the ocean. The ocean was red flagged the whole time we were there. Heavy undercurrents.

Crossing the hotel’s private road, we ventured to Riu Sante Fe. This hotel is different as it everything is on one level with separate villas surrounding the pools and main amenities building.

Having daily cappuccinos at the Cafe Capuchino. Not only were the drinks excellent but to have any of the pastries and fruit to go with it was added perfection. Shortly after the photo was taken, we were entertained by two whales frolicking in the ocean. What a cool experience.

The Marina in Cabo San Lucas

Residences on the hill were not accessible. You’ll be stopped by one of the security people at the gate.

Playa Coral Negro, located just around the corner of the Marina

A wonderful beach with a swimmable waters.

Seagulls settle on the beach. If they weren’t here, they hovered over you while you had a meal on any outdoor eatery.

Sun is setting behind Mt. Solmar

Everyday there are a number of cruise ships coming into Port and they would stay one or two days before departing to their next destination.

Sunset on the beach. Our hotel is located to my immediate right.

Something startled the seagulls.

The “Arch” is considered Cabo San Lucas’s main tourist landmark.

Sunrise view from our hotel room.