For your convenience, the owners of this condominium have attempted to provide you with everything necessary to make your stay enjoyable. We, at Nash Group Properties, want to be sure that you are completely satisfied. If something is lacking or not to your liking, please stop by our office in the El Zalate Plaza Local 7, Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 28 or call us at 1421195. Your comments and critique are appreciated and help us to provide the very best of service to you and future vacationers.

These premises were cleaned prior to your arrival and they will be thoroughly cleaned again on your departure. If you would like to have additional maid service or laundry service during your stay, these can be provided by simply calling 1421195. Please do not hire the services of anyone that solicits you at the unit, as you do not know these individuals or their reputation.

Check out time for this house is 11:00 AM. If your flight is later in the day, we will work with you to accommodate all parties.

RULES

Unfortunately, there have to be a few rules set to ensure that everyone has a safe and happy holiday. Please read and follow the following rules and hints:

• No glass objects near the swimming pool. Please use plastic glasses provided
• Do not dispose of foreign objects, including tampons, napkins and latex devices, in the toilet. The sewer systems are very sensitive. A waste can is provided.
• Please conserve electricity, it is expensive and precious. Please turn off fans and lights when you are out. Please close all doors and windows when using air-conditioner. Please turn off A/C when you are out.
• Please conserve water, our most precious resource.
• Please only use American Dishwashing powders or liquids in dishwasher. Mexican detergents foam and cause flooding problems.
• The kitchen sink garbage disposal is sensitive. Please do not put large pieces of meat or any shells down the drain. Please run clod water when running the machine. When starting up the dishwasher, please run the garbage disposal and water for a couple of minutes.
• Please dispose of your garbage on a daily basis.
• Please do not hang towels or laundry on the balcony railings.
• Renters are not allowed pets in the unit.
• NO SMOKING IN THE UNIT.

LOCAL INFORMATION

MONEY EXCHANGE Mexican pesos and U.S. dollars are both accepted currencies in the Los Cabos area. The Mexican peso has recently been devalued as compared to the U.S. dollar and the exchange rate is approximately 10.5 pesos to the dollar.

Other currencies and travellers cheques can be exchanged at banks that can be found throughout the Los Cabos area. You will get the best exchange rate at the banks, however there can be long line-ups and they sometimes only cash travellers cheques in the morning. The American Express office near the HSBC Bank in San Jose del Cabo also has good exchange rates. Please ask us for information on current exchange rates or a bank location near to your daily travels.

BANK MACHINES Most banks in San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas have Automated Teller Machines that can be used to access your own bank account. Money from these machines is obtained in Mexican Pesos at the daily exchange rates from the bank. Often the maximum that you can withdraw per transaction is 3000 pesos, however you may withdraw this amount several times up to your daily limit.

Please note: We have found the use of ATM's preferable to carrying large amounts of cash or travellers cheques. However, depending on the bank plan that you have with your individual bank, there may be a large service charge as this is considered an International Transaction.

CREDIT CARDS The acceptance of credit cards in the Los Cabos area is not as widespread as you may encounter at home. We have found that American Express is most widely accepted in San Jose del Cabo, whereas VISA and American Express seem to be more accepted in Cabo San Lucas. If you plan to use your credit card for your purchase, please check with the restaurant or store as to which cards they accept.

CAR RENTAL Car rental agencies, including Dollar, Thrifty, National, Hertz, Avis, Budget and Advantage, are available at the San Jose del Cabo airport. We recommend that you book the car from your home, as the rates will normally be better. If you only want a car for part of your stay, there are offices for Dollar, Thrifty and National on the highway and Advantage and National downtown. We would be happy to arrange a car rental for you or your travel agent can also assist.

Please note: Discount car rentals are often offered by time share sellers as incentive to attend their presentations. These offers are legitimate, but you must be prepared to sit through a 2-3 hour high-pressured presentation.

LANGUAGE It is beneficial to know a little Spanish for your visit, however you will find the Mexican people very helpful even if they only speak Spanish. A Spanish translation dictionary and a phrase book may be smart purchases

LOCAL INFORMATION

TRANSPORTATION Transportation to and from the San Jose del Cabo airport is available by taxi and airport shuttle. The cost is approximately $40-50 US for a taxi from the airport to your unit and approximately $10 US per person for the shuttle. A taxi back to the airport will cost approximately $20 US.

Taxis and buses are both excellent means of transportation around the Los Cabos area. During daylight hours, the bus is an easy and economical means to travel to Cabo San Lucas. There are several bus stops along the highway where you can catch the InterBaja (new green ) or Supercabos (new blue and yellow) buses. There are numerous taxi stations throughout San Jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas and the Corridor to hail a taxi back to the unit or to your destination.

RESTAURANTS The selection of restaurants in the Los Cabos area is excellent. You have your choice of a romantic dinner for two at an elegant world class restaurant, a party atmosphere at a Mexican cantina, or pizza or hamburgers at an open-air restaurant. We have found the quality of the food and the cleanliness in food preparation to be very good. Please see the Restaurant Information for some ideas. There are also restaurant guides and newspapers to help you with your choice.

SHOPPING The Los Cabos area has an abundance of shops that should provide all of the essentials for your stay, as well as souvenirs or goods for your trip home. You will only encounter bartering at some of the souvenir shops and with the vendors that you may encounter at the beach. Otherwise, most shops have set prices for their goods.

GROCERIES There are several supermarkets and minimarkets where you can purchase food and drinks for your stay. We will review the location of these with you during the orientation.

TELEPHONES You will find payphones for long distance telephone calls throughout the Los Cabos area. Telemex or Ladatel phones require a Ladatel credit card in order to use them. These can be purchased at many grocery stores in 30, 50 or 100 peso values.

Telmex now has a toll free number, 01 800 728 4647, that you can call for assistance in long distance calls to the U.S.A. or Mexico. There are bilingual operators 24 hours per day. You can charge the call to your major credit card, your local company card or make a collect call. The toll free number to contact an ATT operator is 01 800 288 2872 or 001 800 462 4240. The toll free number to contact a MCI operator is 001 800 674 7000. For calls to Canada, the Canada Direct toll free number is 01 800 123 0200. If you dial long distance calls directly, your damage deposit will be held for up to eight weeks until the Telmex bill for that period is received.
 

GROCERIES

SAN JOSE DEL CABO

1. TRADER DICK’S – On highway, in front of Coral Baja Resort
Small grocery store. Good sandwiches for fishing. Good selection of wines. Expensive.

2. MEGA (Comercial Mexicana) – At the yellow Fonatur monument on the main highway.

Large new grocery store with other items including furniture, linens, appliances and pharmacy. Large fruit and vegetable section. Good meat and fish sections. Good deli & prepared foods section but get there early in the day for fresh product. Good prices on liquor. Large bakery department. Mexican & American brands.

3. SUPER LEY – At the corner of Valerio Gonzalez behind Waldo’s (first stoplight on highway from Cabo San Lucas to San Jose del Cabo).

Groceries only but good prices. Brand new. Mexican brands.

4. MUNICIPAL MARKET – On Coronado, just off the highway. Fish markets have good fish. Fruit & vegetable stores have god produce (nice ripe Roma tomatoes & Russet potatoes).

5. CASTRO SUPERMARKET – CLOSED

6. SORIANNAS – On highway across from the Police Station. Another good large supermarket with good selection and good prices. Mexican brands. Specialty areas are very good for prepared foods, bakery, deli and liquor. Not as impressed with fish section.

7. LIZARRAGA – On highway in Santa Rosa. Vegetable and fruit market.

8. SUPER PLAZA ARAMBURO – On highway in Zacatal.> Large supermarket with American & Mexican brands of products. Older and a little more expensive than MEGA or Soriannas.

CABO SAN LUCAS

9. LA EUROPEA – On highway across from Punta Ballena. Use lateral road. Large liquor store and good deli. Prices are reasonable.

10. COSTCO – On highway, across from Misiones del Cabo. Use lateral road. Just like at home. Membership card required.

11. CITY CLUB – In Cabo at Chevrolet dealer. Use lateral road to make left turn. Similar to COSTCO. Membership required.

12. ARAMBURO – In Cabo, across from Hard Rock Café. Large supermarket with American & Mexican brands.

13. C.C.C. – On Todos Santos highway, just after Pemex station. Large supermarket with good selection of fruits & vegetable. Good meat & deli section. American & Mexican brands.

14. SORIANNAS – On Todos Santos highway, after C.C.C. Same as San Jose del Cabo store.

GOLF INFORMATION

SAN JOSE CAMPO DE GOLF
This is a competitive but affordable course. The nine hole, 2900 yard, par 35 course was built by the Mexican government Fonatur development agency fifteen years ago. The course is picturesque and is well maintained. It was designed for the beginner and intermediate golfers. There are no reserved tee times, you simply register and line-up at the first tee, which has a lovely view of the water and a putting green. The busiest time seems to be around 8:00 AM. There is a golf pro available from 8:00-10:00 AM.
This course is definitely the most affordable alternative in the Los Cabos area:
Green Fees 9-hole $45 18-hole $90
Carts $25 $50
Pull carts $7 $14
Clubs $15 $15
Guests may also use the tennis courts and pool located at the Club House. The rates for the tennis courts are $10 per court per hour. The night rate is $20 per court per hour. The pool rate is $3 per person per day.

PALMILLA (114) 4-52-50
The Palmilla course is located at the beautiful Hotel Palmilla and is the closest championship course to San Jose del Cabo. Palmilla is about ten minutes from San Jose centro and is at the western tip of the bay. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus several years ago and is comprised of the 3337 yard Arroyo Nine and the 3602 yard Mountain Nine to make the par 72 course. The course has hosted the PGA Senior Slam. Prices include golf cart, practice balls, bottled water and club services.
Green Fee $180 weekends
$165 weekdays
Clubs $44.00

QUERENCIA
Private course.

EL DORADO
Private course.

CABO REAL (114) 4-00-40
The next championship golf course that will be found between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas is the Robert Trent Jones II designed Cabo Real Golf Club. The 7000 yard, par 72 course challenges most golfers and will be the site of the 1999 PGA Senior Slam. They are also building an additional 18 holes, designed by Jack Nicklaus, which should be ready for 1999. There are four major hotels in the area, The Melia Cabo Real, the Casa del Mar, The Westin Regina Los Cabos and the Rosewood Los Ventanas Al Paraiso. There is a driving range at the course but it is officially only open to hotel guests ($15).
Green Fee $176
Clubs $30 (18 holes)/$20 (9 holes)

CABO DEL SOL (114) 5-82-00
Along the corridor closer to Cabo San Lucas is situated the Cabo del Sol golf course. The first of a planned three championship courses, was designed by Jack Nicklaus and is a 7100 yard, par 72 course. The course is said to be the most challenging in the Los Cabos area. Prices include tax, golf cart, practice balls (driving range), bottled water and club services.
Green Fee $209 weekends
$192.50 weekdays
Clubs $44.00

CABO SAN LUCAS COUNTRY CLUB (114) 3-46-53
This course is located on the outskirts of Cabo San Lucas. It was designed by the Dye Corporation and is 7220 yards and par 72. Prices include tax, golf cart, practice balls (driving range), bottled water and club service.
Green Fee $143 7AM-2:50 PM
$88 after 2:50 PM
Clubs $30

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PLEASE NOTE: In your travels around San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas you will meet individuals that offer you discount or free golf at some of the championship courses. These offers are legitimate, but you will have to experience a 2-3 hour presentation on time-share accommodation to secure your golf discount. These time-share presentations can sometimes be quite high-powered.

FISHING INFORMATION

Sport fishing in Los Cabos is excellent. In fact, the area has been called the "Marlin Capital of the World". Though Marlins in several varieties, including Striped, Blue and Black, are plentiful, the sea is full of other types of fish. Sailfish, Dorado, Wahoo, Tuna, Snapper and Sea Bass are just a few. The excitement of catching one of these sport fish is exhilarating and well worth the time. You may choose to keep your catch for eating or mounting, or the "Catch and Release" of sport fish is becoming more popular to ensure that the fish are there for your next trip to the area.

There are several types of opportunities available to you to enjoy these catches from the sea. Most fishing boats in the Los Cabos area sail out of three locations, Cabo San Lucas, Palmilla Bay or La Playita. Cabo San Lucas definitely has the largest fleet of boats and the greatest variety. Boats can range in size from the seaworthy Panga to a large sport fisher yacht. If going out on a boat is not your idea of a holiday, you can enjoy the hustle and bustle of the fishing dock in the late morning when the boats start returning. Boats raise flags up their outriggers to indicate their catch. If the fish has been landed, you can watch it being weighed and the proud angler can have their picture taken. Of course, you can enjoy these fruits of the sea in almost all of the restaurants in the Los Cabos area. Fish and shellfish are excellent choices from menus as they are normally very fresh and moderately priced.

If you choose to fish while in Los Cabos, here are a few hints to help you have an excellent time. Charter boats are available though agents in your home town, the internet, offices in Los Cabos and from the fishing dock. We can also arrange a fishing charter for you. In selecting the boat, you must consider the number of people that want to fish and the amenities that you require on a boat. The trip out to the fishing area can be as long as a one hour ride, so you want to ensure that the boat has enough power to get to the fishing area quickly. Amenities that make the trip enjoyable include a bathroom (head), a shaded area, good fishing equipment and a knowledgeable crew. You will want to take sunscreen, a hat, clothing to protect you from the sun, a seasickness pill (just in case) and plenty of beverages and food.

The cost of a fishing charter is quite expensive, but well worth it for the exhilaration of catching one of these fish. The good thing about the Los Cabos area is that the fish are plentiful, so your chances of "Being Skunked" are fewer. When arranging a fishing charter, the price includes the boat and the crew. It is not a price per person. The boat will hold a maximum number of people and you can share the cost among that number or less. Charters leave around 7AM and they will first stop to buy live bait at $2 per fish (probably will buy 10). The charter boats can provide a lunch and beverages, at a cost. You can also take your own snack. When you return to the dock, you can have your catch weighed and a picture taken. The captain can also arrange to have your catch cut-up and packaged for you. There will be a cost for this service. It is also customary to tip the boat crew at the end of the fishing trip. Though this amount is not set, 10% is acceptable but it will also depend on your catch and the service.

We would be more than happy to arrange a boat for you. Please review the following information and let us know if we can be of service.