It’s been a while since we’ve updated – internet access here in San Jose del Cabo was initially looking a little patchy. Now we’ve discovered where we can hijack some open wifi networks, and we’re back online!

So, what’s been happening…

We arrived here on Sunday evening. It was all a bit of a shame with the timing, as we actually had to leave San Diego at about 8.30 so we had time to drive back up to LA. We went past Laura & Roger’s new place to say hi (and get rid of some luggage we didn’t want to bring with us – what are friends for?!) Fairly smooth sailing flight-wise, although we had some delays boarding due to passport info not being entered into the booking correctly.

We’d arranged a transfer from the airport with the resort, which was certainly the right thing to do. As soon as you leave inbound customs, you are set upon by tens of people trying to get you to buy transport to your hotel. Some of them get quite nasty with repeated refusals! We had no trouble finding our driver, who was lovely and whisked us off promptly to the resort.

Once here we really couldn’t be bothered heading out anywhere, so we just popped up the stairs to Sardina Cantina – very friendly staff and excellent food! Just what we needed! A couple of margaritas later we collapsed into bed.

Monday we figured we’d just laze around and get the lie of the land. Part of that was heading out to get some supplies for the week, so off we went down to Mega – and let me tell you, it’s huge! The locals were proudly describing it as “just like Walmart!” They sell pretty much everything, and only a ten minute walk from the resort door. Lucky, ’cause it’s so hot that ten minutes is about all you can do!

The only thing that was a downer was the orange-shirted scumbags that filled the place. These guys are all over you like a rash, trying to get you to attend timeshare presentations in exchange for gifts, discounts, etc. The resort staff warn you about them as soon as you arrive; they’ve been ripping people off for ages. Again, they can get quite nasty when repeatedly refused. It’s a shame they don’t do something to get rid of them, ’cause it really does spoil the vibe of your holiday.

Back from the shops, it was time to just chill out around the pool, and sample the wares of the swim-up bar. Best invention ever.

Now, it’s Tuesday afternoon (just gone 5pm), and we’ve just got back from spending a few hours down at Cabo San Lucas. Had lunch down on the waterfront, and then took a couple of jet-skis for a spin around the bay, and out to have a look at El Arco (the arch). I would have taken some pictures, but the sun was against me, and my hands were soaked in salt water from the high-speed, half-airborne trip out there, so I didn’t. I’ll scan a postcard instead.

What ruins the beach atmosphere pretty much everywhere around here – but especially in Cabo San Lucas – is having to keep saying “No, gracias” every three steps when someone trying to sell sunglasses / hats / tshirts / massage / tours / activities cuts you off and shoves their wares in your face. I know they’re only trying to make a living, but I’m trying to have a relaxing holiday!

Tomorrow, some more fun lined up with a bit of an adventure day – some ziplining over canyons in the morning, and a sunset ATV tour in the afternoon. Woohoo!