Saturday, October 19, 2019 - Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Saturday, October 19, 2019 - Cabo San Lucas, Mexico


The jewel of the Baja Peninsula, Cabo San Lucas has something for everyone.  Situated at the very tip of the world's longest peninsula, Cabo San Lucas calmly watches the cool Pacific Ocean merge with the Sea of Cortez.  Once you experience its crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches you'll understand why this once sleepy Baja cannery village transformed into a popular international resort.  Take a boat tour to see the spectacular Los Arcos rock formations and keep an eye out for sea lions, pelicans and migrating whales.  Snorkel at Pelican Rock Cove to see marine life including angelfish, Moorish idols and yellow tail surgeons.  
     

Cabo San Lucas where the sea, sun and desert join to cast an air of mystery and romance over all who visit.  Cabo was was once a tranquil fishing village and, in times long ago, a hangout for pirates.   Although no longer the fishing village of old, and not many of the old pirates are seen around town any more, the magic of Cabo remains.  Cabo is still small and charming by any standards, with a population of under 40,000.   And, with the number of activities available to the visitor, you can easily imagine that you are in a giant amusement park.  Golf has become a major factor in the Cabo San Lucas equation, with five championship courses complete and more o the way, Los Cabos has quietly become the golf capital of Mexico.

It is a beautiful day here in Cabo, blue skies with wisps of clouds, and quite hot!!   Probably a quiet day for me.

 Tonight I dine with the Second Officer, Klaas De Hert.

 Stayed in my suite all day yesterday - away from all temptation of food!   Ate a small banana for breakfast, began my tan on my balcony, and napped.   Seemed like a very long day, and then realized that my room clock had stopped - guess it needed a new battery.   Scrambled to get ready for dinner!

 Another nice evening with a charming Second Officer.   Others at table were most congenial.


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