Miraflores is a small town hidden away from the international spotlight; a lush oasis nestled at the foothills of the Sierra La Laguna and about an hour drive northeast of San Jose del Cabo. It’s hard to imagine a place so near to Los Cabos described as “lush” as when most people think of Los Cabos they imagine a semi-arid desert landscape merging with the vibrant blue Sea of Cortez.

No lo puedes negar, vivir cerca de la playa siempre ha estado dentro de tu lista de pendientes.

Hace año y medio tomé una de las mejores decisiones de mi vida: Mudarme de la Ciudad de México a Todos Santos, Baja California Sur. La idea parecía un poco descabellada al principio, yo pensaba que estar tan alejado de la civilización iba a ser muy difícil. Estaba totalmente equivocado.

C’mon, you can’t deny it……living near the beach has always been on your to-do list. Right?

A year and a half ago I made one of the best decisions of my life; moving from Mexico City to Todos Santos, Baja California Sur. The idea seemed a bit far fetched at the time as I thought that being so far away from civilization was going to be very difficult. Was I ever wrong!

I consider myself a foodie, a moniker not to be confused with a food snob. The difference? A food snob fancies eating at fine food establishments and a foodie just loves great food. I’m always up for having a great dining experience in beautiful places like Flora Farms or Acre but am focused on the never-ending quest to find that little hole-in-the-wall serving just a few special dishes.

Part 1: Undertourism

In this day and age, many travelers are discovering that tourism is all about the quality of the experience and, as a consequence, undertourism is now emerging in different destinations, framing these destinations as peaceful, yet exciting, alternatives to overcrowded, tourist-centric cities.

Living the waterman lifestyle is something I’ve wished for since a young age and being a Cabo native has a lot to do with this feeling. But despite this lifelong desire and ongoing love for the ocean, I have yet to reach this status. And to be honest, I am far from getting there!

The unique beachside towns that make up Los Cabos offer a wide range of waves for every type of surfer. From silky-long right pointbreaks to thick barrels, regardless of skill or style, there’s always a little something for everyone. And it doesn’t end there! Immerse yourself in the astonishing natural beauty the area has to offer and yet still enjoy the pampering of a luxury resort in Cabo San Lucas or San Jose del Cabo.

After the economic slowdown at the end of the last decade, many of the USA/Canadian lenders stopped financing loans out of the USA and Canada. This had an undesirable impact on real estate sales in our corner of the world for foreign buyers and thus began a shift as many buyers cannot simply buy a home without some sort of financial backing.

Looking for a delicious, locals favorite, and “why not?” cheap meal in Cabo San Lucas? If so, Gardenias is the place for you!

Gardenias is a neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of Cabo San Lucas. Known for their delicious seafood and Mexican cuisine, their claim to fame is the amazing shrimp and fish tacos. The variety of salsas and toppings combined with corn or flour tortillas and freshly caught fish and shrimp makes it a must.