When I rent a car on vacation at other destinations (like Hawaii), Im usually told not to take the car on dirt roads. Is this the case in Cabo, also?
Don’t fret, Brett. Taking a rental car off the blacktop in Baja is not the mortal sin it is in other places. Of course it’s a good idea to read the fine print in your rental contract so you are aware of your legal obligations. But practically speaking, if you bring the car back in good shape, they’re not going to be checking for dust between the treads. Go for it! QUESTION: I’ve heard that the drinking water in Cabo San Lucas is much safer than the water on the Mexican mainland. True? ANSWER: You got it right, Tonto. Cabo’s water comes from clean underground aquifers, where it has ended up after coming down from the local mountains. Even still, most local hotels and restaurants purify their water to give the tourists an even greater measure of protection. Serious illness from drinking Cabo’s water is not common. QUESTION: I know very little Spanish. I feel comfortable communicating around the hotel area, but how about out and about when eating and shopping? ANSWER: No problema, Ponchit
