Come and laugh at the 'Cabo Comedy Festival' in Los Cabos, Mexico

Tourists staying in the popular Mexican resort of Los Cabos at the tip of the Baja Peninsula can enjoy sun, surf, sand and lots of laughs this year from Oct. 2 to Oct. 6. Laughs, because these are the dates of the first “Cabo Comedy Festival.”

Tagged “Where the Land Ends and the Laughs Begin,” the festival will feature stand-up headliners such as Heather McDonald, Niecy Nash, Jon Lovitz, Jeff Dye, Dana Eagle, Rick Najera, Paula Poundstone, Carol Leifer, Cathy Ladman, John Mendoza, Paul Provenza, Sherri Shepherd, Greg Hahn, Craig Shoemaker, Mark Eddie and many more. Also, Robert Townsend will make his return to stand-up at the festival.

Show tickets, festival badges and hotel packages will go on sale on June 1 online. The festival's Twitter account is @CaboComedyFest.

Supported by the Mexico Tourism Board (MTB), the Los Cabos Tourism Board and the state of Baja California Sur, the five-day event will be produced by the Zaring Group, based in Los Angeles.

Jorge Gamboa Patron, director of the MTB's office in Los Angeles, said, "For many years now, the Zaring Group has been a great partner in promoting tourism to Mexico. They produce exciting star-driven events, which is why we are happy to put our support behind the Cabo Comedy Festival, which we believe will be an exciting new international event for comedians, their fans and local residents of Los Cabos."

Among special acts, "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" performer and sketch writer Seth Herzog will host a performance of his critically acclaimed weekly New York City-based alt-comedy show "Sweet." Other special sets will include the Las Vegas-based “Icons of Comedy.”

Shows will take place in various venues throughout Cabo San Lucas including the Hard Rock Café, Cabo Wabo Cantina, Desperadoes, Baja Cantina Playa and the Cultural Pavilion of the Republic. Festival guests will experience first class hospitality at several beachfront resorts including Casa Dorada Resort & Spa, Cabo Villas Resort, Wyndam Tesoro, Villa del Arco, Villa del Palmar, Cabo Lifestyle Villas and Bahia Hotel, among others.

Daytime panel discussions will be led by industry executives, comedians, comedy writers and producers

of some of film and TV's most popular comedies. Already confirmed is a panel led by "Curb Your Enthusiasm" executive producer Tim Gibbons, which will feature producers, writers and cast members from the hit HBO show. Comedian and "Daily Show" co-creator Lizz Winstead is organizing a panel on political satire's role in shaping public opinion on the issues of the day, and longtime stand-up and TV comedy writer Billy Riback ("Home Improvement," "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody") will lead a panel on the art of sitcom punch up.

At the heart of the festival will be a competition among “opening act” level comedians who will vie for an appearance on one of the most popular late night talk shows as winner of the “Jack Rollins Breakthrough Talent Award,” named for the legendary New York-based talent manager and producer.

Highlighting the festival will be the bestowing of the “Giant of Comedy” award to Improv founder and industry legend Budd Friedman, who is currently celebrating 50 years of his iconic comedy club brand. Friedman will be feted for his lifetime of achievement in the comedy business, and for having helped to launch the careers of many of comedy's biggest names.

Baja California Sur Secretary of Tourism Ruben Reachi noted, "The Cabo Comedy Festival will shine the spotlight of the entertainment industry on Los Cabos and Baja California Sur, and bring fans from around the world here for the shows. On behalf of the Governor, we are excited to lend our support!"

Eduardo Segura, Executive Director of the Los Cabos Tourism Board, said, "The Los Cabos Tourism Board is thrilled to welcome the Cabo Comedy Festival to our destination. This event highlights the relationship that Cabo has with California and Los Angeles specifically, which has always been and continues to be an important market for us. It also further solidifies our position as the entertainment industry's vacation destination of choice, an accolade we are proud and honored to uphold."

Los Cabos is home to award-winning hotels, resorts, championship golf courses, rejuvenating spas and world-class sport fishing. The resort was the host city for the G20 Summit of global leaders this year.

Souce: http://www.examiner.com/article/come-and-laugh-at-the-cabo-comedy-festival-los-cabos-mexico?cid=rss

• INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
• APRIL 10, 2013
• BY: BOB SCHULMAN

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Reese Witherspoon Spends Birthday on Cabo with Husband Jim Toth

Jim Toth and Reese Witherspoon in Cabo San Lucas

 Fun. Sun. Pool. Spa. Romantic dinner without the kids.

Reese Witherspoon pretty much had it all this past weekend – all except the children – as husband Jim Toth treated her to a romantic four-day getaway in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, to celebrate the Oscar-winning actress's 37th birthday.

"Reese was beaming. She looked so excited about her getaway with Jim," an eyewitness tells PEOPLE of the couple's arrival in Mexico on a commercial flight last Thursday.

They checked into a luxury suite at the oceanfront Capella Pedregal resort, with sweepings views over the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. They enjoyed most meals on their private patio and tanned by their private pool. 

"They seemed to enjoy spending time alone," a source says. "They had a butler that served them lunch, and they eat healthy local food, including fresh fish, with rosé wine. Reese and Jim looked very happy together. The busy couple rested every afternoon and also enjoyed the resort's spa."

Toth surprised his wife on Friday, her actual birthday, with a private candlelit dinner.

"Jim treated Reese to birthday spa treatments. When she returned, he surprised her with a romantic dinner. Jim made a big effort to make the trip very special for Reese," the source adds.

The couple returned to Los Angeles on Sunday but the romance continues: they are celebrating their second wedding anniversary on Tuesday. 

Source: http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20685411,00.html

 

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ROCK 'N 'ROLL FAIRY TALE - CABO STYLE!

Reblogged from: http://redrocker.com/redheads/user/sammyhagar/blog/rock-n-roll-fairy-tale-cabo-style
Written on February 27, 2013 by sammyhagar

My 42nd Birthday in Cabo:
Alicia Carenzo, Jorge, Marco, Sammy,
Andrew, Christian and Carlos

My 42nd Birthday in Cabo:
Jorge, Marco, Sammy, Andrew,
Christian and Carlos

The boys today with Sammy: Left to right
Carlos Carenzo (guitar), Sammy &
Christian Carenzo (bass)

The boys & their band @ Cabo Wabo Cantina

As most Redheads know, I've been going to Cabo for my birthday ever since 1981 and in the late 80s my son Andrew was around 3 or 4 and he used to have play-dates with these two kids in the neighborhood - Christian and Carlos Carenzo. Check out the photos from my 42nd birthday with my partners Marco and Jorge and Andrew and the boys and their mother, Alicia.
So the other night when I jumped up on stage at the Cantina these two guys came on stage to jam. I had no idea that they were the same kids and they not only grew up to be musicians but their band Sister Dass is the band that plays at the Cabo Wabo on off nights! I was blown away to see them up on stage rocking the house. The b&w picture with me and my arms around them is from the other night after we had played together on stage and I'm holding the a copy of the original photo from when they were kids.

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Sammy's Birthday Bash 2012 Dates Announced!

We know that a lot of you have been waiting for confirmation on the dates for this year's Birthday Bash so you can make your travel plans and we're happy to announce that this year's dates are Oct 7th, 9th, 11th and 13th. Tickets will be handled similar to last year and further details will be announced as the dates get closer.
You can relive last year's bash by watching the 2011 Birthday Bash documentary.

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Partial Solar Eclipse in Cabo San Lucas and La Paz, Baja California Sur

Yesterday we enjoyed a partial eclipse in Baja California Sur.
Unfortunately, in Cabo San Lucas we can only watch the sunset on the Pacific side. However, in some places we could enjoy this magnificent astronomical event.

Here are some pictures I took. The lens could perceive the eclipse at 7:40 pm and ended when the sun set over the hills at 7:51 pm

Photos by: Lorenia

 Before I could perceive the eclipse, I watched some curious effect of reflections and shadows with the form of "little waning moons"

In La Paz, a city with incredible sunsets, the partial eclipse could be better appreciated . It was a Sunday when the sun seemed to plunge into the sea with its last eclipsed rays .

Photo by: Telechas

A video of the event, yesterday in La Paz [Spanish]


 


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Cabo San Lucas, A Place To Lose Yourself & Love It

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Cabo San Lucas, is the kind of place you can find yourself easily getting lost in. Not in any negative sense of the statement, more so what we mean is Cabo is the kind of place you Would Want to get lost in. Cabo is beautiful simply because of the array of cultures that come together every day on its shores to be amazed by its astounding landscapes. 
From the local restaurants making the food that is greatly responsible for creating the California fusion craze, down to the local shops making traditional clothing, Cabo San Lucas is a place to lose yourself and find yourself all at the same time.

We recently were in Cabo for sadly only a limited amount of time, while taking acruise through various ports on a Carnival Cruise. Having only a few hoursusually means you have to either do the tourist thing or find a place to eat and get back to the boat. In Cabo that is not that case as so many wonderful things to do are all possible as soon as you touch down on the land. From horseback rides and catamaran tours to fine dining and great shopping, a cab ride is almost not needed because everything is so close.

We chose to eat at the famous Lorenzillos Live Lobster House (in operation since1863) and we couldn’t have been happier. Huge, fresh lobsters are on display for your to choose from or just stare at / take pictures with. Not only is Lorenzillos famous for their lobster and shellfish dishes, they also make one of the meanest yellow fin tuna steaks (served over a pink peppercorn and cognac reduction, known as the “Henry Morgan.”)

After we ate a few plates of lobster croquettes and Bruja Del Mar (Angus Steak stuffed with shrimp & lobster, topped with Bearnaise Sauce) we had to roll ourselves out of the restaurant to go find a bar and have a few drinks.

We quickly stumbled upon Squid Roe, where we had more rum & cokes and freezin gcold Patron shots than we could count. It’s funny cause in bars in the States,yeah the goal is to make money off of the customer, but bar staff can sometimes have hilarious egos, but in Cabo, the staff all seem like they really just wanna chill with the customers, because if your having a great time, so are they.

That is unless you go in with a nasty attitude and in that case you wil quickly see where that gets you.

With a bit of time left to do some shopping (get your haggle on, its all part of the great game of life) we picked up some beautiful handmade choncletas, dresses and things of that nature for our loved ones as well as some great tequilas to take back on the ship.

All in all Cabo San Lucas is the type of place you could vacate too frequently or even retire too. Take our word for it, make a few phone calls before you arrive and see how friendly everyone is. 

 By saving the amount of time we did getting around in town, we were able to provide ourselves with a bit of real rest & relaxation by hitting up ME by MELIÃ Cabo (ME Cabo for short).

Now for those of you not in the know, ME Cabo is one of those places you simply must hit up in this lifetime, it would be like taking one trip to New York and not riding a subway, seeing The Statue of Liberty or going to Manhattan, (a sin of sins.) We had about 3 hours to kill, so we figured why not go and sip on exotic drinks while lounging poolside taking in the amazing weather.

We were able to get a cabana and consume enough libations (trust us even if you hate mojitos, you will fall in love with one of the many they have on their menu) and get enough Sun that we almost didn't want to go back to the ship.

ME Cabo or to put it better Nikki Beach is like the Sunset Strip & South Beachall rolled into one big show. Honeymooning couples looking to really start off their marriage right, college grads looking for a party worthy of bragging about or the couple in search of the love they have no time to tend too because life won’t allow it, all need to make reservations immediately at ME Cabo.

Nikki beach is great because they invite the party to them instead of pushing away the vibe that overcomes you as soon as you touch down in Cabo. Every night could be something different from their amazing White Parties, Tequila Parties, St. Patrick's Day Parties to whatever the day may be, they are ready to celebrate and do so with class.

Just look at the photos and understand why we sound like little school girls talking about Justin Bieber, the place is amazing in every aspect you could imagine and from the looks of it, isn’t looking to lose that label anytime soon.

 Source: http://supremeplate.blogspot.mx/2012/01/cabo-san-lucas-place-to-lose-yourself.html

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Frontier Airlines to double Denver - Cabo San Lucas service

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Frontier Airlines flights between Denver and Cabo San Lucas / Los Cabos will be doubled from May this year, the airline recently announced.

The airline in a statement said that it will add a second weekly flight to its existing nonstop summer service between Denver and Cabo San Lucas/Los Cabos from May 23 to August 8, 2012. The additional weekly flight will operate on Wednesdays.

This will be in addition to the year-round service already being offered on Saturdays.

An enhanced Cabo San Lucas schedule is also operated by Frontier Airlines during the winter months. The airline operates eight flights weekly from December through April as part of its winter schedule.

David Siegel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Frontier Airlines, said that the additional service on the Cabo San Lucas route is being introduced following strong demand by customers. 

The airline will deploy a 138-seat Airbus 319 aircraft to operate the expanded Denver-Cabo San Lucas service.

Flight Schedule:

Denver-Cabo San Lucas/Los Cabos

Departure: 8.36 am – Arrival: 11.39 am – Frequency: Wednesday and Saturday – Aircraft: A319

Cabo San Lucas/Los Cabos-Denver      

Departure: 12.30 pm – Arrival: 3.33 pm – Frequency: Wednesday and Saturday – Aircraft: A319

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The 1st Annual CABO SUP "Paddle to the End"

The 1st Annual CABO SUP "Paddle to the End" is happening on Saturday, April 21st, 2012 at Medano Beach in Cabo San Lucas!

FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2012
7.00 PM – Welcome party at Bahia Hotel/Bar Esquina, Pre-Registration

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2012
6.30 AM-8.30 AM Registration at Medano Beach Club
8.30 AM: Skippers Meeting
9.00 AM: Race to the End; Men & Women Division
11.00 AM: Paddle Clinic
1.oo PM: Skippers Meeting
2.00 PM: Relay Race, four people per team
5.00 PM: Sunset Paddle to the End
6.00 PM: Bonfire Beach Party with Live Music at the Medano Beach Club

AFTER PARTY AT BAR ESQUINA

The 1st Annual CABO SUP "Paddle to the End" Entry Fee: $25 USD. The fee includes all races and festivities. Register now, email lee@cabosup.com

Source: http://www.escapesmagazine.com.mx/the-1st-annual-cabo-sup-paddle-to-the-end/

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Thompson Hotels Planning Global Expansion, Starting with Cabo San Lucas || HotelChatter

Thompson Hotels Planning Global Expansion, Starting with Cabo San Lucas

We hope you like these rooms, because there's more of 'em coming!

Yesterday's news of the sixth Thompson Hotel coming to Manhattan was surprising enough but not nearly as surprising as Thompson's expansion plans, which are no doubt being made possible by its new parent company, Commune Hotels and Resorts. (If you aren't up to speed, Thompson and Joie De Vivre Hotels merged back in October and their new parent company, Commune, debuted last month.)

Indeed, the company's CEO Stephen Brandman told us yesterday, "Global expansion will happen before you think." But it seems like it's already here.

Aside from 5 Beekman and the newly opened Thompson Belgraves in London, Thompson Hotels is also running The Sutton Place Hotel in Chicago (which will be relaunched as the Thompson Chicago in late 2013 after renovations) and the Hotel Victor in Miami (which will go by Thompson Ocean Drive after its renovations are finished). But there's even more.

The company has plans to take over a resort in Cabo San Lucas in 2014 which will be rebranded asThompson Cabo San Lucas. The 114-room resort offers views of the famous El Arco and there are plans for about 60 condos to be included as well.

Additionally, Joie De Vivre has taken over the Seaside Hotel in Honolulu which will reopen as a JDV in December 2012, again after some renovations are done to the place.

But back to Thompson. Brandman says Thompson is going to keep going with their expansion push. "There's a lot of things in the pipeline right now." And these will be well outside of North America. Thompson Paris? Thompson Barcelona? Thompson Hong Kong? God, we hope so.

But two properties that won't be happening are Thompson Seoul due to a developer's change of mind and the Thompson Puerto Rico which was never officially announced anyways. Still, two hotels out of 15 confirmed ain't bad.

Source: http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2012/3/20/133336/636/hotels/Thompson_Hotels_Planning_Global_Expansion%2C_Starting_with_Cabo_San_Lucas

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Cabo San Lucas Get-away Destination Features New Holistic Spa Services

Mexican Vacation Resort Cabo Villas Resort & Spa Adds Couples Spa Packages

Cabo San Lucas,  Mexico (PRWEB) March 14, 2012

Among the numerous on-site amenities of Cabo Villas Resort & Spa (http://www.discountedcabobeachresorts.com), located on the popular and family-friendly Medano Beach, is a beautiful full-service spa retreat called Sparitual. A holistic spa dedicated to nurturing health and well-being, Sparitual integrates exotic ancient rituals with state of the art technologies. The spa features a professional staff of highly trained certified therapists and proudly features an exclusive line of guaranteed eco-friendly products to transport their client’s spirit.

A unique oasis to indulge in the sensorial world of ancient regimes from the Far East, South Pacific and South America, Sparitual provides a multitude of wellness services and healing arts, all designed to seduce the senses and nurture health and well-being. Sparitual is a sanctuary in paradise, waiting to fulfill their guests needs and exceed all expectations.

 Ancient Secrets meet New Technologies

Cabo San Lucas is one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations, year after year, and there are many opportunities to relax and rejuvenate. Sparitual offers an exclusive retreat within a resort, allowing guests of Cabo Villas Resort & Spa to escape for an hour or an afternoon. Spartitual’s mission is to create a sanctuary for their guests, where they can find the balance of body, mind and soul with an unmatched quality of personalized spa services.

Sparitual’s philosophy is based on Chakras, the ancient Eastern healing practices of gently balancing the spinning, wheel-like vortices of energy within us - the centers of activity for the reception, assimilation and transmission of the vital life energies. Using the healing elements associated with each Chakra, Sparitual offers a wide selection of exquisite, exotic treatments developed by the staff to subtly transport the senses to a point that captures the true essence of connecting with and soothing the mind, body and spirit.

 The spa offers a full menu of spa services including massage therapies, body treatments, skin care facials. Along with shiatsu massage, Sparitual features exclusive mind & body rituals include the Pacific lava Shell Ritual - A deeply relaxing massage, using heat activated Tiger Clam Shells to rhythmically ease muscle tension to the peaceful ebb and flow movements of the Ocean. Another popular package is the Four Hands Ritual - Using specially selected herbs, essential oils and aromatherapy, this exotic holistic treatment uses two therapists simultaneously synchronized and rhythmically massaging and calming your nerves to relax you to a perfectly balanced state of body and mind.

New Packages for Every Budget & Situation

In addition to all the individual services offered at Sparitual, the spa has added a number of packages for couples – and even one for wedding parties. The Yenekamu Couples Ritual is a Mayan lovers ritual treasured through the ages, develop to seduce the senses and captivate the heart with the delicacies of wine, roses, and honey all in a VIP room, romantically designed for two, with soft candlelight, double Hydro massage Jacuzzi, and twin massage tables side by side.

The Balinese Ritual is described as a relaxing South Seas Journey that arouses the senses with aromatic oils and exotic ingredients. It is of Bali’s legendary exquisite rituals, revered for balancing the physical body while calming and centering the mind. With flower petal and mineral salts foot-baths, a body massage, and a Hydro massage Jacuzzi, the ritual is served with Chai tea or wine.

Book your Mexican Vacation online now at DiscountedCaboBeachResorts.com and start packing for Cabo San Lucas and a day spent in paradise at Sparitual!

 Source:  http://news.yahoo.com/cabo-san-lucas-away-destination-features-holistic-spa-142218313.html

 
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A Fresh Find in Cabo

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012 - by Ashley Alvarado



Make your reservations now. The highly anticipated Corazón de Alcachofa restaurant has finally opened in Cabo San Lucas, and the reservations are already pouring in. It’s easy to understand why.



This place is simply wonderful. It’s the fifth spot for a market-driven micro-chain with locations as far-flung as Guadalajara, Mexico City, and West Hollywood. A favorite of celebrities and politicians, Corazón de Alcachofa has earned praise for its innovative menus created daily and based on the freshest, highest-quality local ingredients available.

Some locations have their own farms, and the Cabo San Lucas outpost is still researching options. The chefs at Corazón de Alcachofa masterfully incorporate farm-fresh ingredients, celebrating their essence rather than masking them with overly intricate recipes or heavy sauces.



On my evening there, we began with a refreshing blood orange mojito (fresh blood orange and pomegranate juices with Bacardi Superior) and a chile-mango margarita that came in a chile-rimmed glass. The menu is listed on white boards throughout the restaurant, with the number of plates available listed beside each item.

The menu changes nightly, but there are certain items that appear regularly.

The two appetizers we sampled are among those permanent offerings, and I’m thankful for it. Rib eye chicharrones are a delicious, gourmet twist on pork rinds. Our server described them as meat candy, a tiny bit sweet and hard to put down. She was right. Th octopus carpaccio appetizer is easily the best octopus I have had in my life: Served on a bed of tomatillo puree and topped with red onion and chile, it’s just a little bit tangy and melts in your mouth. The kitchen slow-cooks its short rib entrée for three hours. The result is savory, hearty, and so rich that it feels almost decadent.

Don’t leave without sampling the desserts: On our night, we devoured a Pavlova filled with fresh berries and house-made horchata ice cream.



Ashley Alvarado knows (and loves) the Baja. She has has spent her life exploring the peninsula and has written extensively about Baja travel. Ashley currently serves as managing editor of Los Cabos Magazine, and also contributes to Los Cabos Guide.

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