One of the most iconic vacation destinations in Mexico, Los Cabos will wow you even before your plane touches down: From the air, you’ll get your first glimpse of the arched stone cliffs of El Arco. The iconic arched rock formation serves as a welcome sign for the region, which offers world-famous sister cities set at the southernmost tip of Baja California Sur. First, there’s Cabo San Lucas, a lively town that entices a younger crowd with its nightlife scene and its ample adventure activities, from horseback riding and kitesurfing to diving and jet-skiing. Then there’s San Jose del Cabo, quaint with its historic center host to a colorful plaza and cathedral and its long stretch of white-sand coastline marked by luxury hotels and the private homes of Kocomo. Though the destination is popular and draws quite the crowd, it’s easy to steer clear of the tourist zone in favor of even more pristine beaches and secluded surf breaks near the coral reefs in the Sea of Cortez.