Whale Watching & Cactus Dreams: An Epic Baja California Adventure

Get ready for an epic adventure as we kick off our first international trip of the year to Baja California Sur, Mexico, in March 2026!

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Whale Watching & Cactus Dreams: An Epic Baja California Adventure
First international trip this year — Baja California Sur, Mexico (March 2026)

Baja California is calling, and honestly, you should answer! We just got back from an absolutely epic adventure there, trading in winter blues for some serious sunshine and whale-sized wonders. Imagine this: escaping the chill for a road trip where the ocean is alive with migrating whales and the landscape is dotted with cacti that look more like trees than anything else. It was pure magic!

Now, some folks might have had their hesitations about heading to Mexico, and yeah, we heard some of those whispers. Even people at our resort were a bit surprised we were renting a car and exploring. But here’s the thing: with a little bit of research and a whole lot of awareness, we felt completely safe and immersed in the most incredible experiences. If we waited for the world to be perfectly still and quiet before traveling, we’d never go anywhere! Life is meant to be lived, and while being cautious is smart, it shouldn't shrink your world.

Cabo San Lucas itself was a blast, and we highly recommend renting a car if you’re comfortable driving – it unlocks so much freedom to explore beyond the resort. We took a private whale watching tour, which was perfect for us and our little one, and honestly, seeing those magnificent creatures up close was breathtaking. We also caught a stunning sunset tour to Land’s End and even hiked Mt. Solmar for some seriously epic views. San José del Cabo charmed us with its vibrant street art and galleries, especially during the Thursday Art Walk – a must-do!

The adventure didn't stop there. We ventured to Todos Santos, soaking in the iconic Hotel California vibes and enjoying some seriously delicious food. Los Cerritos beach offered a perfect spot to watch surfers ride the waves until the sun dipped below the horizon. And even though a boat tour

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We decided to do a road trip and go whale watching to get away from winter. Perfect timing since the whales in Cabo San Lucas are actively preparing for their migration back to their feeding grounds. Also… the cacti out there are everywhere. Apparently Baja is full of cardón cactus, which are the largest cactus in the world & they honestly look like full on trees :)

I can’t even be detailed enough, we did so much and it was amazing.

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