Drinking alcohol in public is tolerated to an extent in Cabo as it is a party town; however you should know that it is illegal to drink alcoholic beverages on the street, in vehicles, at the beach and other public places.
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Is Cabo San Lucas Safe for Tourists? Cabo is safe for tourists who exercise a normal amount of caution, stay in vetted accommodations, and stick to the well-trafficked zones. As with any destination, it's best to avoid being alone at night or getting overly intoxicated.
While the tourist areas of Cabo are safe, it's still important to exercise caution and use your noggin. Walking alone at night in any city can make you more susceptible to crime. It's preferable to travel with at least one other person at night. Take a taxi if you need to get somewhere by yourself.
Cabo San Lucas is home to the famous Lover's Beach and Los Cabos Arch. Cabo San Lucas is a very safe, walkable town. Everything is really close and offers tons of shops, restaurants and nightlife. If you want a lot of activity and things to do close by, Cabo San Lucas is a great option for your vacation.
There are no federal limits on how much alcohol you can carry in your suitcase for personal use. One case is considered a good rule of thumb. But you will be taxed if you bring more than a one-liter bottle of alcohol from Mexico. Usually, you can bring alcohol you purchase in duty-free with you on the plane.
Passengers over 18 years of age are allowed: 10 packs of cigarettes, 25 cigars or 200 grams of tobacco, three liters of liquor or beer, six liters of wine. Any items in excess must be declared and have duties paid.
Much like in the U.S., in Mexico, it is customary to tip service workers in restaurants, hotels, and Ubers. The standard tip is 10% of the bill, but you can give more or less depending on the quality of service. Tipping is not required, but it is appreciated.
But Cabo San Lucas has always been an unabashed tourist-centric town full of all-inclusive, budget beach resorts, never-ending 3-for-1 happy hours at bars (and gas stations and a surprising number of other places), and garish dive bars like Cabo Wabo where tequila is (almost) cheaper than water and the neon daiquiris ...
Taxis are easy to find where ever you are traveling, although the price is usually high. Expect to pay $8-10 US to travel a mile in Cabo San Lucas or $35-40 US to travel from San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas. From the airport, expect to pay $80 US for a cab to Cabo San Lucas / Zone 3.
Are there Drug Cartels operating in Cabo? Like in most parts of Mexico, Drug Cartels do operate and it's also the case in Cabo San Lucas. However any problems or crime related to drug cartels are between different factions, and tend to happen far away from the major touristy areas.
It's up to personal preference whether Tulum is nicer than Cabo. Tulum has a rustic, hippie feel compared to Cabo. It also has lush jungle and beaches that often contain natural debris. If you travel to Tulum from May to October, you likely won't think it's nicer than Cabo.