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I am so excited excited to share my Cabo, Mexico travel recap with you all today! This was my first time in Mexico and also my first time traveling internationally. This was also Gavin and I’s honeymoon since we never got a chance to take one right after we got married.
Transportation
We took a flight from Cedar Rapids and then had a small layover in Chicago and then the 4 hour flight to Cabo. When we landed at the Cabo airport we went through customs, picked up our luggage and then got on our van to our resort. When we booked our trip through Cheap Caribbean, we had the option to take a large bus ($150 per person) or a small van ($35 per person) so we ended up taking the smaller van with other tourists that were staying at the same resort as us. The drive from the airport to our resort was about 40 minutes which wasn’t bad at all.
Where I Stayed
Gavin and I stayed at the Riu Santa Fe, and it’s one of the best resorts I have been to! We were greeted with delicious margaritas when we arrived and then had our luggage brought to our room for us. The service was amazing and everyone there was so welcoming. They even had entertainers during the day at the pool and at dinner. The resort is would make a great option for families, a romantic getaway, a girls’ trip, or even a destination wedding. The resort includes: 3 infinity pools (5 pools total) swim-up bars, 5 restaurants, a club and a spa & gym. Visit the AllWorld.com travel website to read reviews of hotels and restaurants and help you decide where to stay and eat in your destination city.
Favorite Restaurant Off Resort
Since we stayed at an all inclusive resort we didn’t want to eat off resort, but we did go to the marina and ate the Mango Cautiua. They by far had the best chips, and chicken and cheese quesadillas I have ever had! Our food was made quick, it was decently priced and you got to overlook the marina while you at. I definitely recommend this restaurant if have the time.
What To Do
We did the tour boat tour to see the arch and that was the only excursion we did while we were here, more than a boar was almost a yacht with many amenities, I fell in love with that boat. Just a tip when you are booking your excursions: if you book them online when you book your trip, you are going to pay double the amount. If you have someone advertising down by the pool, buy your excursion through them. They are way cheaper and they are going to be honest about it.
There are so many excursions you can do while you are in Cabo such as: hiking/bike trails, horseback riding, jet skiing, motor boat tours, parasailing, sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, water-skiing, windsurfing, shopping and much more.
Swimwear From The Trip
Elizabeth Jane Swimwear swimsuit c/o | Life Has Just Begun floppy hat c/o
Elizabeth Jane Swimwear swimsuit c/o
Bleu Rod Beattie swimsuit c/o
Target swimsuit
ASOS swimsuit | Target sunglasses {similar}
Outfits From The Trip
Express top | American Eagle shorts | Forever 21 sandals {similar} | Cult Gaia bag | Target sunglasses {similar}
The Mint Julep Boutique swimsuit cover-up c/o | Target sandals | L’Atelier Unique monogram beach tote c/o | Target sunglasses {similar}
Target top | American Eagle shorts
The Pink Lily Boutique romper dress c/o
Happiest Tee sweatshirt c/o | Express jeans {similar} | Adidas sneakers
And that covers pretty much everything! If you have any questions just leave a comment below or send me an email at fortheloveofglitter1@gmail.com
Thanks for reading & have a great Thursday! xx
I definitely want to go to Mexico! I’m so over this winter weather.
I am too! xoxo Amanda
you look like you had the best time! I havent been to Cabo in years and am dying to get back there! I’m saving this post for when we finally get to go!
It was such a fun time! I am already wanting to go back! Hopefully you can make it back soon! xoxo Amanda
Beautiful resort and great tip about booking an excursion. So ready for a warm vacay.
So glad this was helpful! I am so ready for warm weather! xoxo Amanda
That infinity edge pool looks so beautiful! Cabo is such a fun and laid-back destination. (PS: Love that black swimsuit! I bet the tan lines were crazy. lol)
The infinity pools were awesome! Surprisingly, I didn’t have any tan lines from the swimsuit. xoxo Amanda
Oh man we stayed there years ago and had an awesome time! I loved that they had a fully stocked fridge and bar in the rooms…
I am already itching to go back! I love that they kept the fridge stocked 24/7. xoxo Amanda
My fiancé and I are still debating on where to go for our honeymoon. Need to add Cabo to our “potential” places to go. It looks like you guys had fun.
I bet figuring out a place to honeymoon is so hard. There are so many places to pick from. xoxo Amanda
I’ve never been to Cabo though I’ve been to Mexico twice. Next time I’d like to go to Cabo. Your swimwear and that long dress are great.
Thanks so much Marcia! What part of Mexico have you been to? xoxo Amanda
It looks like you had so much fun! I loved visiting Mexico.
We had the best time! I would love to go back! xoxo Amanda
The resort looks gorgeous! I also love all of your outfits, but I especially love your floppy hat! Looks like you had a blast!
Thanks so much Jennifer! It was so much fun! xoxo Amanda
I love Cabo! We have been going every year for the past 5 years! Loved all your outfits!
That is just awesome – what a fun tradition! xoxo Amanda
My aunt visited Mexico a while ago and she told me how lovely it is. I hope I’ll visit it one day as well.
Mexico is absolutely beautiful and there is so much to do! xoxo Amanda
My husband and I were just talking about taking a trip to Cabo. Neither of us have ever been there and don’t know where to begin looking for a place to stay. Thank you for sharing your experience, we’ll look into this hotel. It looks like you had a wonderful time!
Thanks so much Joanie! The Riu Santa Fe hotel was absolutely amazing! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out 🙂 xoxo Amanda
Omg that looks like a dream vacation! Those tacos (quesadillas?) make me really want mexican food!! And that pool! *heart eyes*
xo
Sami
The Classic Brunette
They were quesadillas and they were SO GOOD! xoxo Amanda
Cabo is seriously the destination spot for everybody. I love this!
It’s such a popular place! xoxo Amanda
Wow, looks like you had an amazing time! I’ve never been but my in-laws have a time share there that I definitely need to take advantage of! Super cute swimsuits too!
It was amazing! Definitely take advantage of their time share – it will save you some money that way. xoxo Amanda
This looks like such a great vacation and that pool area looks like heaven!! Saving this for our next vacay planning.
xo
Taylor
http://www.reeseshardwear.com
The infinity pools were amazing! Hopefully you can make it here some day. xoxo Amanda
That resort looks amazing! i’ve never been to Cabo
It was such a beautiful resort! xoxo Amanda