It is not recommended to drink unfiltered tap water in Cabo San Lucas. Just to be safe, ask for bottled water and be wary of drinks with ice cubes.
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Tap water in Cabo is fine, and meets regular standards for purity and cleanliness. But pipes may be old. So everyone tends to drink bottled water – which you can buy everywhere. And don't worry about ice in your drinks.
You're likely to come across info saying salads are the #1 what not to eat in Mexico food. Now, if not eating them makes you feel better, then don't. However, there's no evidence this is true. There's so much amazing produce in Mexico to try — just make sure to clean it thouroughly.
The norm for waiters is 15% to 20% of the bill, depending on service (make sure a 15% service charge hasn't already been added to the bill, although this practice is more common in resorts).
As a precaution you should not drink tap water in Mexico even if it's purified at the source. Most resorts and hotels provide bottled water or large jugs of purified water for you to refill your bottle.
Make Sure to Bring Passport & Cash!Make sure and bring cash. While several places in Los Cabos accept debit and credit cards, others do not. It is always a shame to go to a shop and find the exact thing you've been looking for, but not be able to buy it because you have no cash.
The Weather in Cancun and Los CabosBoth Cancun and Los Cabos are so popular due to their sunny and warm weather. While Cancun has more tropical and humid weather, Los Cabos tend to be a lot drier and cooler.
Once winter hits in Cabo, the temperatures “cool down” to a comfortable average of 68 degrees, with the water temperatures ranging from 72-75. The mild temperatures mean you can stay outside longer and enjoy the sunshine, making the winter months, including December, a popular season to visit Cabo.
Conclusion – Brushing Your Teeth In CancunTap water in Cancun, Mexico, is not safe to drink or use as a toothbrush. If you find that your toothbrush will not stand up to the cleaning power of tap water, it is best to use something with a battery or electric toothbrush.
Mosquitoes and gnats are thankfully less common in Baja than in more humid parts of Mexico, but it can still get buggy on some parts of the coast. If you're prone to bites, bring along a repellent that contains the active ingredient DEET, or ask at a pharmacy for repelente contra insectos.
There are, however, active ways to try and make sure that you don't get sick while vacationing in Cabo. Not drinking tap water is step one, and trying to avoid eating street food would likely be step two. The desert climate that Cabo boasts gives it an advantage over spots like Playa del Carmen.