Baja California Sur

US, Canadian, EU, Australian, and many other nationals can enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days. You'll receive a FMM (tourist card) on arrival - keep it safe. Check inm.gob.mx.

By Air: Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) serves both Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, located between the two towns.

By Car: Highway 1 from La Paz (2 hours north) or a very long drive from mainland Mexico via Tijuana (20+ hours).

By Ferry: Services from Mazatlán to La Paz, then drive to Los Cabos.

Spanish is the official language. English is widely spoken in hotels, restaurants, and tourist areas - Los Cabos caters heavily to American tourists. Service staff are generally bilingual.

Mexican Peso (MXN). Exchange rate roughly 17-20 MXN per USD. US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas but you'll get better rates paying in pesos. Cards accepted at most establishments. ATMs available but often have high fees.

Rental Car: Best option for exploring both towns and beaches between them (20km corridor). Parking is generally easy.

Taxis: Plentiful but expensive (negotiate before getting in). $30-50 USD between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo.

Uber: Not officially allowed but operates in some areas.

Local Buses: Cheap option connecting the two towns (15-20 pesos, 30-45 min).

Walking: Downtown Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo are walkable, but it's hot.

Taxi: Authorized airport taxis with fixed zones. To Cabo San Lucas $80-100 USD, to San José del Cabo $40-60 USD.

Shuttle: Shared shuttles slightly cheaper ($25-40 per person).

Rental Car: Multiple agencies at airport, rates typically $30-60/day.

Uber: Available from designated areas, often cheaper than taxis but technically not permitted.