Discover Cabo: 10 Amazing Fun Facts About Cabo San Lucas You Won't Believe!

1. Sea Lion Socialites

In Cabo San Lucas, it's not uncommon to eavesdrop on the gossip of a rather large and boisterous group of marine party animals—so don't be surprised if you catch a whiff of their flipping good times and splashy discussions: Los Cabo Sea Lions Colony is home to Zalophus californianus, a species of sea lions whose playful nature and heartwarming antics make them natural local celebrities. Female sea lions typically grow up to 2 meters long and weigh 110 kg, while the males steal the show with their enormous size of up to 2.5 meters and a hefty weight of 520 kg or more. You definitely won't want to miss the chance to rub flippers with these social butterfly-esque mammals during your Cabo getaway!
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2. Elvis Presley's Cabo Connection

Elvis Presley's hips might not lie, but they've definitely got a penchant for travel: Cabo San Lucas served as the picturesque playground in the King's 1963 flick, "Fun in Acapulco," featuring the stunning beaches and opulent hotels of the Mexican resort, ultimately paving the road to his biggest box office success, "Viva Las Vegas."
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3. Million-Dollar Marlin Tournament

Reeling in the big bucks while chasing the big fish: Cabo San Lucas's claim to fame is Bisbee's Black & Blue Marlin Tournament, an uproarious 5-day affair featuring more than 150 teams and millions of dollars at stake, all in the pursuit of landing the heaviest marlin - truly, the catch of a lifetime.
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4. Turtle-Hatching Helpers

Whoever said "slow and steady wins the race" must have vacationed in Cabo San Lucas during turtle-hatching season: From November to May, visitors can witness the hatching and release of baby sea turtles on the Las Tunas beach, thanks to the conservation efforts of Tortugueros Las Playitas. Travelers can even volunteer to help monitor and relocate turtle nests, contributing to the preservation of endangered species like the leatherback, olive ridley, and black sea turtle in Baja California Sur.
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5. El Arco: A Romantic Masterpiece

In Cabo San Lucas, Mother Nature herself took up sculpting and created El Arco, a masterpiece for romantics and pelicans alike: This impressive natural rock formation is a hot spot for boat tours, with options to explore Lover's Beach or Pelican Beach for some spectacular snorkeling, and the friendly captains returning every 30 minutes to whisk passengers back.
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6. Humpback Whale Concerts

Crazy in love or simply "hump" struck for nature? Seize the chance to enjoy a Bey"-watch" concert like no other: Cabo San Lucas offers prime whale watching experiences from December to mid-April, giving visitors an up-close encounter with magnificent humpback whales, and even a listen to their captivating underwater concerts through state-of-the-art hydrophones on Cabo Adventures' custom-made Rigid Inflatable Boat.
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7. El Dorado Club: Exclusivity Redefined

If money talks, then the El Dorado Club speaks fluent Richese, making even the deepest pockets enviously green with the exclusivity of this Cabo San Lucas utopia: Accessible only by invitation from an owner, this private, ritzy resort offers lavish experiences for the elite, complete with custom-made drinks on the golf course, a jaw-dropping palapas restaurant, private jet center pick-ups, and fully stocked personal refrigerators to fulfill even the wildest of pampered dreams.
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8. Whales' Winter Hotspot

Rumour has it that Cabo San Lucas is quite the hump(day) festive destination with some strapping visitors in town to socialize, hook up, and even deliver some newborns: From November to April, you can spot the North Eastern Pacific Population of Humpback Whales as they mate, give birth, and make Cabo their winter hotspot while migrating through the area, easily witnessed and supported via Whale Watch Cabo and the Los Cabos Whale Conservation Society.
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9. Mezcal Massages and Healing

When life gives you lemons, let Cabo make Mezcal massages: Luxury resorts in Los Cabos, Mexico, are incorporating traditional curanderismo healing practices into their spa treatments, using herbs, rituals, and even Mezcal in the Luna Y Mar Spa at The Resort at Pedregal and Spa Montage at Montage Los Cabos, while also offering advice on physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional healing.
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10. Private Beach Clubs Galore

Feeling beachy keen? Cabo San Lucas has you covered with a sandy twist on an exclusive members-only experience rivaled only by country clubs and secret treehouses: unlock access to luxurious private beach clubs like Taboo Beach Club and Club Ninety Six, nestled within posh hotels and residential communities for the ultimate sun-kissed getaway.
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