Love both. Cancun has the best beaches in Mexico, but Carbo is so unique with the sea by the desert. You can also take a day trip to La Paz when in Cabo, another super amazing town which is less travelled.
I went to Cancun long time ago when I was a kid, and to Cabo last year just before the pandemic. While I can't remember a lot about Cancun, I'd say it really depends on what you are looking for, because they are both REALLY different from one another. Cabo is more like a Tuscan or Mediterranean vibe, like something between California, Italy and Mexico, with the surrounding deserts, mountains and rock formations creating amazing landscapes that really give you that charming mediterranean vibes. It's all about gorgeous food, good local wine, amazing seafood and very romantic beaches to discover in the surroundings, riding horses or camels with no buildings or resorts around, not even civilization, just miles and miles of deserts and the coast. Cancun in the other hand is that classic Caribbean paradise feeling, with white sands, turquoise water, palm trees, lagoons and a humid and tropical weather the whole year round. More for party and nightlife I'd say, tons of archeological sites and jungles to explore, amazing cenotes and beautiful coral reefs to enjoy scuba diving. Also, very authentic and unique colonial towns and cities to have a pure Mexican experiencie just a couple of hours away. I think Cabo is for a more romantic or "intimate" experience, and Cancun is more for party, celebration and fun. So, depends on what you are looking for.
Cabo and Cancuns downtowns are pretty much the same. They have the same clubs and bars too like Senor Frogs and Monkey bar. And both of them have intimate areas too is you drive half an hour away. It's like a brother and sister. You can't really go wrong with either. I'd say go to the one that's closest to where you live so you have a shorter flight.
Way 100 Cabo.. you also have white sandy beaches with amazing rock formations.. dorget tulum it is overpriced and over rated. You can alao take a shuttle to Todos Santos, La Paz, Cabo Pulmo and east cape. And waaay much better food in baja. The beaches in rivera maya are filled with trash and stinky seaweed.
Unswimmable beaches in Cabo? So I've swam in almost area in the bay area of Cabo. Hotel Beach side up to the Marina, all along cove near lovers beach and past that. Done several beaches between Cabo and San Jose del Cabo. Water warm, clear, amazingly visible 60-100 ft out. I followed a pufferfish for 10 minutes and the trick is to attract fish... tortillas, peas. Imagine hundreds of fish swimming next to you in circles as you hand feed them in crystal clear warm water. I haven't been to Cancun, and would love to visit, Cabo though is amazIng.
I used to think no swimmable beach would be a dealbreaker. But after staying at the Grand Velas in Los Cabos, I was sold. The infinity pools overlooking the ocean are gorgeous
@@therealtoismith Yes. You have the option to pay extra to make your experience All Inclusive. I really, really recommend that hotel, it's a beautiful property.
@@daCROWNtaker Cabo’s waves are aggressive and known for undertow. Cancun has calm waters on the shores and white sand. I’ve only been to Cancun so can’t comment too much on Cabo.
Funny thing is I live in California and have only been to Cabo 1 time even though a direct flight - but to Cancun 4xs which takes most of the day to get to. I love the humidity, the turquoise waters, Isla Mujeres, and variety of resort options in different areas of the Cancun. Good comparison although I think Cancun beaches win!! 😊
Nikki B I live in California as well and been to Cancun 3x, however I haven't been to Cabo which is closer. I do want to go to Cabo but I'm so in love with the beaches in Cancun and Isle Mujeres Gorgeous!😁😂🏊🏽♀️
Been to Cabo once and Cancun 4 times. Since I live in San Diego I fly out of Tijuana which is served by the cross border express, which takes you straight from San Diego to inside Tijuana airport, cost of flights are way way cheaper than flights out of San Diego, so saying this I like to go to Cancun, better beaches.
We placed the ultimate vote after visiting both and moved to San Jose del Cabo where we have now been for 5 years. The very dry air and comfortable temperatures in the winter months was the big factor
Playa del Carmen is about 40min bus ride from Cancun do yourself a fav and go there instead..Cancun is just 1 big hotel zone,you will get bored after day 2
You definitely did not spend your time wisely in Cancun because my family and I were just there for spring break and there was so much to do at our resort we could no do all of it in just the week that we were there. I’ve been to Cabo and it’s just desert, the hotels and the marina which is nice but Cancun has way more stuff to do.
Been to both Cabo and Cancun. Enjoyed both. The nightlife in Cabo was good,definitely packed but not over packed like cancun. Cancun better beaches,Cabo better/bigger pools. Hard to decide on which is better.
I know its a hard choice, but if you had a gun a to your head, which one would you choose? Also does airfare and flight time factor into your decision?
We are going to Cancun in December for an adult trip and doing Cabo for spring break 2022 with the family! I have spent the last month researching every night and chose both those locations over other Caribbean destinations. Watching this video confirmed my decisions even more! Thank you!
I have been going to Cabo every year for 30 years. I have been to Cancun twice. The scuba diving in Cancun is much better than Cabo, with much clear water and beautiful hard coral reefs. Diving the inland Cenotes is absolutely amazing. Cabo has no hard coral, just soft fan coral. The Sea of Cortez causes the water in Cabo to have less transparency. The dining in Cabo is first-rate due to importing chefs from around the world....but you pay dearly for this. I agree, the resorts in Cabo are much newer than Cancun and the quality is top-notch. Cabo is much less humid than Cancun. A chilled Corona with lime is enjoyable in either location.
I rented and went down the Riviera Maya!! I went on a mini exploring adventure . There is so much see the pyraminds of tulum, Playa de Carmen, which you can take a ferry and go to Cozumel. Cancun hands down if you are adventure and love the ocean. I could see Cabo being nice as well but if I could only take one vacation it a year it would be Cancun.
exactly what dizzle said, with minimal swimmable beaches in Cabo, vs Cancun and their coral sand never burn your feet beaches, and the float in the Caribbean waters....easy choice for me....have been to both, am returning to Cancun in January!!
Going back to Cabo for the 4th time next year. Of all the places I've been to around the Carribean and Mexico etc. Cabo is the only place that keeps bringing me back.
I went to a resort in manzinillo Mexico in 1986. I think it was an old club med. wondering if was still there. Was a big place. It had regular rooms and condos.
I just did a two week vacation with one week in Cabo and one week in Tulum. It’s so different. One was ocean view and the other was jungle view. Tulum is beautiful but they will hustle you. No Uber and taxi charges like $20 usd for less than 8 miles. Get a bike or scooter or rental car on the strip. (Tulum beach)
Going to Cancun in November, have a trip to Loreto for next year, and I have a free trip to choose between another cancun hotel or Cabo. I'm really thinking about Cabo since I'm already going to Cancun and I want to get like the different spots.
Cabos all the way, La Paz also has amazing beaches like The Island of Espirito Santos that from what I seen better and extremely clear compared to Cancun beaches
@@Turtlemilk yeah thanks to the idiots in the north that won't stop buying drugs!! No customers no business!!! Gotta remember that the US the #1 consumer of drugs in the world!! And on the top of that corrupt powerful people in the US some of them in the government helping cartels smuggling the drugs and giving cartels the most sophisticated guns!! The good people of México witch is the vast majority of them have a very complicated situation!! Btw you gotta be stupid if you think all México is only drugs and cartels!! Such an ignorant assumption!!
Thanks Vanessa, I always look forward to your videos. I have been to cancun and loved it, I live in the UK. Will love to visit los cabos sometime soon. We want to also go back to Cancun!!!!
If you want to see cetaceans like the humpback, blue, or killer whales, or if you're a intermediate to advanced surfer, visit Cabo. If not, Cancun is a better option. Much more activities, prettier, swimmable beaches, snorkeling adventures (you can swim with the whale shark), and in general, it's more fun (not just the nightlife, the natural and archaeological adventures, but the parks like Xcaret, Xel-Ha, and Xplor).
Cabo is better. It’s a 4 hour direct flight from my city and Cancun is about 6 hours after a connector flight. Easy choice. Also we were ripped off on a snorkling excursion in Cancun so that left a bad taste. I also prefer the desert surroundings of Cabo.
Going to Cabo in May with my S/O. I’m excited but I will say I was debating between Cabo and Cancun. Needless to say I hope to visit both locations. Thank you for the information!
Both have they're pros & cons in regards to what you are looking for? My wife and I travel (6) times a yr to Mexico....we split it up (3) trips to Cancun & (3) to Cabo. Our first priority is adults only resorts, then we choose a resort where you don't have kids...i.e...20 yrs olds! So if we have to pay more to us...its worth it! 👊 If we go to Cancun, we tend to go to the topless optional resorts, if not, Cabo is ideal. Eitherway we have fun in both destinations! But we have fun in Europe as well, as we average about 16 international trips a year. 👊respect👊
Yes!!! We just went to sunset Mona Lisa for our anniversary about 2 months ago! All I have to say is AMAZING the food the view the atmosphere the service is all amazing! And the price is really not bad at all!
I've been to both recently.....And while I'll say that I enjoyed the resorts in Cancun more, I enjoy Cabo more as a destination. So if I just want to get way and do nothing for 4-5 Days.......Cancun. If I want to spend more time and do some adventures....Cabo.
@@djaztec97 It's all in how you make of it....Going solo has it's ups and downs......But if you're open to being social and meeting people you'll always find friends....Once people realize you're going solo, they'll talk with you.... It's just the option of how social you want to be or not...Because I think you'll be fine either way
Do nothing ???? Wtf trust me there are more activity’s in Cancun than in Cabo’s all I hear about Cabo’s is the pools and beaches that’s it that’s a boring ass vacation I could of done that in galaveston
I have spent time in both locations. I love swimming in the Ocean and correct me if I am wrong, but it seems that the water temperatures in Cancun are much warmer, therefore more enjoyable.
Great video. One thing you did not really stress is the weather which for most people can easily make or break a great time. Cancun is hot and humid. Cabo is generally much nicer temperature. Cancun has 53 inches of rain a year where Cabo has 7. So that means seven or more times more likely to get rained out in Cancun. Cancun has hurricane season where Cabo has virtually no chance of a hurricane. Cancun has up to six months a year of seaweed season, sargassum is nasty to swim in and smells bad. Cabo does not have that problem. That said, I would choose Cancun if you don't mind weather and smelly seaweed or you can pick that sweet-spot weather time between hot humidity and hurricane season.
Just booked this resort for my stay in San Jose Del Cabo. I can only stand to be on a beach so long, so not a deal breaker for me not being able to swim in the ocean. Might look for a smaller beach to get in the water while there. Looking forward to the swim out suite and relaxation. Stayed at a Secrets in Cancun and really enjoyed it. Thanks for the great video.
Easy. Both are great places. Have kids? Go to cancun because there are more to do activities. Cabo is more for adults, although, both have family friendly resorts.
there's just something about Cabo. You'd think that when you hear the words "unswimmable beaches" it would be a deal breaker. But as Sammy Hagar said, "go there once, you'll be there twice". So...Cancun for the beach and Cabo for everything else. The dry climate in Cabo is one of the big features for my wife and I.
In have only been to Cancun. It is beautiful there but a relaxing family vacation it was not. It feels like you get hassled by every merchant, restauranteur, and street vendor as you walk by. There are multitudes of rifle carrying police and security guards everywhere and I was always keeping an eye on my family members. It came to the point that just staying at the resort was most relaxing which was a shame because part of the joy of traveling is taking in the experience of the local people and culture. Cancun was far more expensive than I thought.
Nice video although in the 1960s these destinations were primarily fishing villages and not until the 1970s when the Mexican government invested And opened up Cabo and Cancun did they begin to take off to tourism. You have great points of comparison especially the location, obviously from the west coast it’s Cabo and East coast and southeast, Cancun would be a shorter distance. It’s a hard decision, I mean do people want to swim in cenotes and visit Mayan ruins in Cancun or would they rather go whale watching and world class fishing in Cabo. In my opinion these two destinations are top 5 in all of the Americas (North, Central, South).
If you're going off beaches and water it's not even close Cancun by a mile. I definitely don't remember white sand in Cabo lol. For sure white sand in cancun also clearer water and much warmer. Cabo does win in regards to it's drier ie not so much humidity but it's still crazy warm. Also right in the heart of cabo the waves are pretty strong and jelly fish from time to time yaaaa
Well, I gotta say that nightlife in Cabo San Lucas is really good and there are many places to have a good time and a lot of fun and on the other hand, San Jose del Cabo is more like the video says, it’s more familiar.
Been to both, Mexican food in Cabo is hands down better, water and beaches are way better in Cancun. Transportation is really easy in the Hotel zone in Cancun, buses run up and down the strip just like shuttle buses and they are dirt cheap. As far as activities both have great options. Xcaret is one of the coolest places you can go near Cancun. Playa Del Carmen is also very close to Cancun in addition you can take a ferry over to Cozumel from there.
Im 33 yr old single woman and trying to decide between the 2 as I am going by myself. I WANT relaxation with a little nightlife. Nothing super crazy(crowded clubs) but some music and great drinks Which one would be better and safer?
Cozumel is pretty safe...west side of the island is awesome for snorkeling and the east side has beautiful deserted beaches. We stayed at an air B&B though since we prefer more adventure and less touristy attractions. Very affordable and they are doing really well with covid precautions.
Never been to Cabo and I'm not sure why it doesn't win me over. In Cancun you have access to waterparks, snorkeling, islands, cenotes, pyramids, night life, Tulum, PDC, and Valladolid.
Agree that it's totally about preference. I detest humidity, so definitely Cabo. San Jose del Cabo is a possible retirement spot for this guy!! Disagree with the comments about non-swimmable beaches
Well... that is kind of true (About non-swimmable beaches) Most of the beaches around here are either too dangerous because they are close to "Open ocean", because "Dangerous animals" or "Dangerous beach environment" (because of the rocks or weather), Or mostly because the hotels and resorts tend to believe that just because they're close=in front of the sea they can claim all that extension theirs and do not let people go in.
Obviously you can find a good and nice looking beach if you try hard enough, for example not exclusively inside Cabo. I do not know if things have changed from the last time I went to the beach but I only remember 2 or 3 that are open to us (the public). And all people go to them... so.... they are fill up at their max at times, it is not really comfortable.
I’m looking for a very relaxing vacation. I have kids from 20-7 years old and I’d like some activities for all. But sitting by a pool with an ocean view, playing in the water with my youngest, then walk along the beaches in the evening is all I need. I’d like the older kids to have fun...but not too much so I spend my time worrying about them being safe. Cabo looked kind of like Italy, which I like and I liked the authentic cuisine you mentioned but not the messing with renting a car.
I'm going to Cabo in May I have been to cancun its very family oriented alot to do if you go to parks or site seeing on our last day we went to some local park they had food I think it was called "las palapas"
So we went to riu palace peninsula in Cancun last dec, and the resort was beautiful ! It was huge! The first 2 days the water was blue and clear, then our last 8 days it’s rained hard everyday and it just turned out to be a disaster. So we tried Cabo a few months ago and stayed at the Riu palace, which was also a gigantic resort! We went during the pandemic so things were alittle different but the weather was much nicer! I know why you did this video because everyone is either going to Cancun or Cabo right now just to get away!
@@Passport_Pages thank you for all your vacation videos, I honestly come to your page anytime we are planning a vacation! Thanks for all the great tips! Have a great Sunday !
I’m headed to Cabo for 1st time in March, staying in San Jose area..I haven’t read all comments, but I have one question..if renting a car is parking easy when driving into town of both San Jose and Los Cabos?
Those saying that Cabo is better clearly haven’t been around Cancun and it’s areas don’t get me wrong Cabo is beautiful but there is no place like Cancun and it’s surrounding places
Wondering if it is safe to travel there outside the resort in Cancun .? Health wise ( COVID19) and safety wise like assault getting rob at night in down town ,
In Cancun, much like any other large city, if you are NOT in the bad part of town at 3AM, you will be fine!! the resorts are limited currently to 60% of capacity, and masks are REQUIRED except in the pool, and while eating in restaurants....so you are as safe AS YOU CAN REASONABLY BE
Thank you. I think you described the differences quite well. Cancun is more commercialized and feels more crowded, definitely livelier. But I prefer Cabo. I love the vibe, the resorts along Medano Beach, contrasted to a small town, easy to walk, with some great open air restaurants (Edith's, Peacock's, the restaurants around the marina, and I've never had a bad time at the Office on the beach). Cabo San Lucas has much more to offer (highly recommend the Caborey sunset dinner cruise). But there are also plenty of "party" spots (Mango Deck), and Happy Ending Cantina is without question the best bar in the world! I especially like the contrast between being IN TOWN along Medano Beach and the Sea of Cortez, and "the QUIET SIDE" across the mountain on the Pacific side and (as you mention), San Jose del Cabo. Great video. More, more, more please.
I prefer Cabo- I've been to Flora's. Another great place to eat is One and Only by Palmilla. To stay there is pricey but there are quite a few Celebs that stay there which makes it a bit more fun.
Because I live to swim in the ocean the Cancun beaches are excellent. Cabo many resort beaches are not swim able. Other than that they are so very exciting different . Will got back repeatedly.
Thanks for this video.. I've never been to neither but I wanted the beachy feel.. and this video helped me to decide to go to Cancun first... although Cabo is closer to California. I'll be traveling with my 14-year old teen-age son and we will be on Spring Break? Unless, someone thinks CABO will be better? Looking for activities and the beaches and of course a family feel. Thanks!
I've been to both Cancun and cabo I love Cancun you can swim in the beach, loved the scuba diving in Cancun. Had horrible experience in Cabo the hotel sucked, everything shut down by 10 pm they even shut the pool down. I hated those big moths that were flying around. And I couldn't swim from the beach. When they took us scuba diving, they didn't have an exclusive place for us to go, just were everyone else was swimming and snorkeling in the spot by that rock, I think it was lovers beach. I don't plan on ever going back to Cano. Been to Cancun 5 times, and I love it.
Thank you for a fantastic comparison video ! That huge stretch of gorgeous turquous ocean and powder soft sand in Cancun's hotel zoon looks so tantalizing to me AND as I adore body surfing, the waves look perfect - large but not too huge - and it appears to have a gradual slope vs a drop off. Having said that, I love the desert ruggedness of Cabo and those rock formations are stunners. Question for you and your subscribers please: Which resort in Cancun offers an all-inclusive experience (those in-room bottle dispensers have me intrigued LOL !) but are geared toward a middle-age relaxed crowd ? And, which resort in Cabo has a swimmable beach smack dab in front of it ? Thank you so much and I can't wait to continue to arm-chair travel with your video's !!! Cheers ! m.
Does Cancun still have all the weed crap washing up on shore every morning? When we went there literally nobody used the beach for several miles. Crews had a hard time keeping up with it daily, and it felt gross and smelled awful.
Cancun vs Cabo- Let me know YOUR favorite! 😉
Still need to visit Cabo, but I to to Cancun every year. Checking into Sun Palace in the morning.
Been going to Cabo for 25 years. Have been to Cancun as well. Will probably not return
I thinking Cancun Alone And with me partner Los Cabos.
Love both. Cancun has the best beaches in Mexico, but Carbo is so unique with the sea by the desert. You can also take a day trip to La Paz when in Cabo, another super amazing town which is less travelled.
Cancún by far
I went to Cancun long time ago when I was a kid, and to Cabo last year just before the pandemic. While I can't remember a lot about Cancun, I'd say it really depends on what you are looking for, because they are both REALLY different from one another. Cabo is more like a Tuscan or Mediterranean vibe, like something between California, Italy and Mexico, with the surrounding deserts, mountains and rock formations creating amazing landscapes that really give you that charming mediterranean vibes. It's all about gorgeous food, good local wine, amazing seafood and very romantic beaches to discover in the surroundings, riding horses or camels with no buildings or resorts around, not even civilization, just miles and miles of deserts and the coast. Cancun in the other hand is that classic Caribbean paradise feeling, with white sands, turquoise water, palm trees, lagoons and a humid and tropical weather the whole year round. More for party and nightlife I'd say, tons of archeological sites and jungles to explore, amazing cenotes and beautiful coral reefs to enjoy scuba diving. Also, very authentic and unique colonial towns and cities to have a pure Mexican experiencie just a couple of hours away. I think Cabo is for a more romantic or "intimate" experience, and Cancun is more for party, celebration and fun. So, depends on what you are looking for.
Im a single 33 yr old woman and trying to figure which one to visit 😅
A real Mexican that knows where the best spots are 💪🏼
@@valarmorghulis3773 my favorite is Cabo.
Cabo and Cancuns downtowns are pretty much the same. They have the same clubs and bars too like Senor Frogs and Monkey bar. And both of them have intimate areas too is you drive half an hour away. It's like a brother and sister. You can't really go wrong with either. I'd say go to the one that's closest to where you live so you have a shorter flight.
@valarmorghulis3773 let's visit a place together
Easy decision for me, I will go to both places
Love this 😊
@@Passport_Pages puerto vallarta?
I have been to both and like them equally. You will like both as they are different. Not sure there is any point to compare
Love this answer 🤣💕
bruhh 😂 best decision
They both are Nice. But It depends on what Ur Lookin 4. If I had a Wife, I would go to Cabo...Single , go 2 Cancun ...
Hmm good idea hahaha
Ya but when you say cancun, typically that includes Playa Del Carmen and Tulum. And Paya and Tulum are super family friendly.
@@EPTRotorsports Lol!! Playa is 45 min to an hour away! I think you're safe from families...leave Cancun to the singles!
Hmm have you been in Los Cabos? 😅
I agree
I think Cancun for warm white sandy beach, nightlife, dining, and cenotes. You can take cheap local mini van to go south to other places like Tulum.
Do you rent them?
Way 100 Cabo.. you also have white sandy beaches with amazing rock formations.. dorget tulum it is overpriced and over rated. You can alao take a shuttle to Todos Santos, La Paz, Cabo Pulmo and east cape. And waaay much better food in baja. The beaches in rivera maya are filled with trash and stinky seaweed.
@@alejandroquintana611 XD
I'm riding with CANCUN!! The umswimmable Cabo beaches is the killer for me! I love the ocean too much to waste a vacation poolside only....
Very true! 👍
Have you gone to La Paz, 2.5hrs north Los Cabos? the beaches are incredible
@@edgars8947 No I haven’t, but I can’t imagine wasting two an a half hours of vacation time each way just to find a beach! No thank you...
Unswimmable?? Some are. Yes the Pacific side. But not in the bay
Unswimmable beaches in Cabo? So I've swam in almost area in the bay area of Cabo. Hotel Beach side up to the Marina, all along cove near lovers beach and past that. Done several beaches between Cabo and San Jose del Cabo. Water warm, clear, amazingly visible 60-100 ft out. I followed a pufferfish for 10 minutes and the trick is to attract fish... tortillas, peas. Imagine hundreds of fish swimming next to you in circles as you hand feed them in crystal clear warm water.
I haven't been to Cancun, and would love to visit, Cabo though is amazIng.
In conclusion, Cabo is the more sophisticated location and Cancun is where you find your typical Disney World crowd.
You’ll also find your typical coward senator
Ty. Cabo it is
It really depands on which resort you choose....
Unless you’re at an adult all inclusive in Cancun. The beaches and water are better in the Caribbean than in the Pacific. Cancun < Cabo.
@@robinrodriguezlopez is this where all the lockdown dems came to not follow their own rules they made for us peasants 🤡
Los Cabos way better, in few years i would leave my home in California to move to Cabo.
When bitcoin hits, retiring here
I used to think no swimmable beach would be a dealbreaker. But after staying at the Grand Velas in Los Cabos, I was sold. The infinity pools overlooking the ocean are gorgeous
They really are 😍
Is this hotel all inclusive ?!
@@therealtoismith
Yes. You have the option to pay extra to make your experience All Inclusive. I really, really recommend that hotel, it's a beautiful property.
Why are the beaches un swimmable
@@daCROWNtaker Cabo’s waves are aggressive and known for undertow. Cancun has calm waters on the shores and white sand. I’ve only been to Cancun so can’t comment too much on Cabo.
Funny thing is I live in California and have only been to Cabo 1 time even though a direct flight - but to Cancun 4xs which takes most of the day to get to. I love the humidity, the turquoise waters, Isla Mujeres, and variety of resort options in different areas of the Cancun. Good comparison although I think Cancun beaches win!! 😊
Love your take Nikki!! Thanks ☺️
Nikki B I live in California as well and been to Cancun 3x, however I haven't been to Cabo which is closer. I do want to go to Cabo but I'm so in love with the beaches in Cancun and Isle Mujeres Gorgeous!😁😂🏊🏽♀️
Isla Mujeres was our favorite Island near Cancun until we recently went to Cozumel island. Not too crowded & very beautiful beaches & spacious island.
Been to Cabo once and Cancun 4 times. Since I live in San Diego I fly out of Tijuana which is served by the cross border express, which takes you straight from San Diego to inside Tijuana airport, cost of flights are way way cheaper than flights out of San Diego, so saying this I like to go to Cancun, better beaches.
Totally agree the Cancun and carribean ocean is the best
We placed the ultimate vote after visiting both and moved to San Jose del Cabo where we have now been for 5 years. The very dry air and comfortable temperatures in the winter months was the big factor
Playa del Carmen is about 40min bus ride from Cancun do yourself a fav and go there instead..Cancun is just 1 big hotel zone,you will get bored after day 2
You definitely did not spend your time wisely in Cancun because my family and I were just there for spring break and there was so much to do at our resort we could no do all of it in just the week that we were there. I’ve been to Cabo and it’s just desert, the hotels and the marina which is nice but Cancun has way more stuff to do.
Been to both Cabo and Cancun. Enjoyed both. The nightlife in Cabo was good,definitely packed but not over packed like cancun. Cancun better beaches,Cabo better/bigger pools. Hard to decide on which is better.
It really is tough!! ☺️
I know its a hard choice, but if you had a gun a to your head, which one would you choose? Also does airfare and flight time factor into your decision?
How was the nightlife in Cabo? Where did you party?
We are going to Cancun in December for an adult trip and doing Cabo for spring break 2022 with the family! I have spent the last month researching every night and chose both those locations over other Caribbean destinations. Watching this video confirmed my decisions even more! Thank you!
West coaster so Cabo is my jam, but I look wistfully at the AI resorts in Cancun where I have never been. Thank you for this video.
You’re very welcome! Thank you for sharing 😊
live in Portland area, I gladly do the longer trip to go to Cancun...try it...you will not go back to cabo!!
I have been going to Cabo every year for 30 years. I have been to Cancun twice. The scuba diving in Cancun is much better than Cabo, with much clear water and beautiful hard coral reefs. Diving the inland Cenotes is absolutely amazing. Cabo has no hard coral, just soft fan coral. The Sea of Cortez causes the water in Cabo to have less transparency. The dining in Cabo is first-rate due to importing chefs from around the world....but you pay dearly for this. I agree, the resorts in Cabo are much newer than Cancun and the quality is top-notch. Cabo is much less humid than Cancun. A chilled Corona with lime is enjoyable in either location.
Next time when you go back to cabo. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND MAKE A TRIP TO LA PAZ...PLAYA BALANdra. You be speechless
I have been in Cabo 5 times, my favorite place in the world, I would love to end my days living there, 30 years in a row? Wow!!
I rented and went down the Riviera Maya!! I went on a mini exploring adventure . There is so much see the pyraminds of tulum, Playa de Carmen, which you can take a ferry and go to Cozumel. Cancun hands down if you are adventure and love the ocean. I could see Cabo being nice as well but if I could only take one vacation it a year it would be Cancun.
Cabo if you like golfing, fishing, international cuisine 🏌🏻⛳️🐋👨🏻🍳
I was actually wondering abt this before! thank u so much!!!
You’re very welcome! 😊
@@Passport_Pages what about acapulco?
exactly what dizzle said, with minimal swimmable beaches in Cabo, vs Cancun and their coral sand never burn your feet beaches, and the float in the Caribbean waters....easy choice for me....have been to both, am returning to Cancun in January!!
Going back to Cabo for the 4th time next year. Of all the places I've been to around the Carribean and Mexico etc. Cabo is the only place that keeps bringing me back.
Ten days until I will be in Cancun!! Super excited and grateful to be going!
how was your trip with all the covid restrictions if any at all
I went to a resort in manzinillo Mexico in 1986. I think it was an old club med. wondering if was still there. Was a big place. It had regular rooms and condos.
Cancun no comparison. More things to do and way more beautiful...
Just a bought a beautiful penthouse in Cabo! We love it there! However, we love Cancun and all the excursions.
Yes people please stick with cancun and leave Cabo for us. Love Cabo
I just did a two week vacation with one week in Cabo and one week in Tulum. It’s so different. One was ocean view and the other was jungle view. Tulum is beautiful but they will hustle you. No Uber and taxi charges like $20 usd for less than 8 miles. Get a bike or scooter or rental car on the strip. (Tulum beach)
It's Cancun for me. Was there just last year.
Yup royal sands is outstanding resort to stay at 👍🏻😄😎
Going to Cancun in November, have a trip to Loreto for next year, and I have a free trip to choose between another cancun hotel or Cabo. I'm really thinking about Cabo since I'm already going to Cancun and I want to get like the different spots.
I visit both frequently and they're two whole different places that can even be compared so I would say each one is the best for what they are
Cabos all the way, La Paz also has amazing beaches like The Island of Espirito Santos that from what I seen better and extremely clear compared to Cancun beaches
*México have many manyyy beautyyy in all the states is a very rich country*
and then theres the cartels chopping off heads
@@Turtlemilk yeah thanks to the idiots in the north that won't stop buying drugs!! No customers no business!!! Gotta remember that the US the #1 consumer of drugs in the world!! And on the top of that corrupt powerful people in the US some of them in the government helping cartels smuggling the drugs and giving cartels the most sophisticated guns!! The good people of México witch is the vast majority of them have a very complicated situation!! Btw you gotta be stupid if you think all México is only drugs and cartels!! Such an ignorant assumption!!
@@universojuanluis12THANK YOU , you are my new hero now again thanks to school someone as ignorant as thie idiot
@@Turtlemilk they are mostly just in rural locations
Thanks Vanessa, I always look forward to your videos. I have been to cancun and loved it, I live in the UK. Will love to visit los cabos sometime soon. We want to also go back to Cancun!!!!
Thank you so much! You should definitely try Cabo-I think you’d really like it 😊 Let me know what you think if you do!
If you want to see cetaceans like the humpback, blue, or killer whales, or if you're a intermediate to advanced surfer, visit Cabo. If not, Cancun is a better option. Much more activities, prettier, swimmable beaches, snorkeling adventures (you can swim with the whale shark), and in general, it's more fun (not just the nightlife, the natural and archaeological adventures, but the parks like Xcaret, Xel-Ha, and Xplor).
I really love CANCÚN
Both nice but when it comes to adventure tours and the culture Cancun hands down
Cabo is better. It’s a 4 hour direct flight from my city and Cancun is about 6 hours after a connector flight. Easy choice. Also we were ripped off on a snorkling excursion in Cancun so that left a bad taste. I also prefer the desert surroundings of Cabo.
Great video! I’m going to Cancun in late January!
Don't get covid while you're there
How was your trip?
CABO all the way !
Getting married in Cabo in just over a month so I’m a bit biased. 🤷🏻♂️
Going to Cabo in May with my S/O. I’m excited but I will say I was debating between Cabo and Cancun. Needless to say I hope to visit both locations. Thank you for the information!
Which did you like more
Both have they're pros & cons in regards to what you are looking for? My wife and I travel (6) times a yr to Mexico....we split it up (3) trips to Cancun & (3) to Cabo. Our first priority is adults only resorts, then we choose a resort where you don't have kids...i.e...20 yrs olds! So if we have to pay more to us...its worth it! 👊 If we go to Cancun, we tend to go to the topless optional resorts, if not, Cabo is ideal. Eitherway we have fun in both destinations! But we have fun in Europe as well, as we average about 16 international trips a year. 👊respect👊
So which all inclusive resort for first time Mexico travelers is better and where? Cancun or Cabo? We want white beaches and safety
Yes!!! We just went to sunset Mona Lisa for our anniversary about 2 months ago! All I have to say is AMAZING the food the view the atmosphere the service is all amazing! And the price is really not bad at all!
Thanks for sharing! It’s great!!
I've been to both recently.....And while I'll say that I enjoyed the resorts in Cancun more, I enjoy Cabo more as a destination. So if I just want to get way and do nothing for 4-5 Days.......Cancun. If I want to spend more time and do some adventures....Cabo.
Very good points! 👍
Is Cabo good for single people like Cancun is?
@@djaztec97 It's all in how you make of it....Going solo has it's ups and downs......But if you're open to being social and meeting people you'll always find friends....Once people realize you're going solo, they'll talk with you.... It's just the option of how social you want to be or not...Because I think you'll be fine either way
Do nothing ???? Wtf trust me there are more activity’s in Cancun than in Cabo’s all I hear about Cabo’s is the pools and beaches that’s it that’s a boring ass vacation I could of done that in galaveston
I have spent time in both locations. I love swimming in the Ocean and correct me if I am wrong, but it seems that the water temperatures in Cancun are much warmer, therefore more enjoyable.
I definitely would like to visit Cabo
Great video. One thing you did not really stress is the weather which for most people can easily make or break a great time. Cancun is hot and humid. Cabo is generally much nicer temperature. Cancun has 53 inches of rain a year where Cabo has 7. So that means seven or more times more likely to get rained out in Cancun. Cancun has hurricane season where Cabo has virtually no chance of a hurricane. Cancun has up to six months a year of seaweed season, sargassum is nasty to swim in and smells bad. Cabo does not have that problem. That said, I would choose Cancun if you don't mind weather and smelly seaweed or you can pick that sweet-spot weather time between hot humidity and hurricane season.
Cabo gets hurricanes. They had one this year. They’re more common in Cancun though.
I have always wanted to go to Secrets Puerto Los Cabo’s but was told you can’t get into the ocean there? Was a deal breaker for me and my daughters.
Yes! It’s a deal breaker for many!
Secrets in Puerto Vallarta is fabulous! And the local town is rich in history.
@@muzaaaaak can you swim in the ocean there? I wound even walk a bit in either direction for a good beach.
Just booked this resort for my stay in San Jose Del Cabo. I can only stand to be on a beach so long, so not a deal breaker for me not being able to swim in the ocean. Might look for a smaller beach to get in the water while there. Looking forward to the swim out suite and relaxation. Stayed at a Secrets in Cancun and really enjoyed it. Thanks for the great video.
I never felt like the beaches were crowded in Cancun. Most of the people were around the pools in my experience.
Go visit both !! Mexico it’s great place for vacations 😎
💯 % CANCUN !!!!! Been to both and Cancun is way better. I live in California so it just felt like I was on one of my beaches! Cancun is one of a kind!
Easy. Both are great places. Have kids? Go to cancun because there are more to do activities. Cabo is more for adults, although, both have family friendly resorts.
I have been to Cancun and Cabo .Cabo is my favorite if lord will I will be going back to Cabo August 2021
there's just something about Cabo. You'd think that when you hear the words "unswimmable beaches" it would be a deal breaker. But as Sammy Hagar said, "go there once, you'll be there twice". So...Cancun for the beach and Cabo for everything else. The dry climate in Cabo is one of the big features for my wife and I.
Is that all they have there to enjoy ??
there is no winner .It all depends on what a person likes. The beaches in La Paz are beautiful.
Personally Cabo was better but we stayed at the Thompson which was one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at
In have only been to Cancun. It is beautiful there but a relaxing family vacation it was not. It feels like you get hassled by every merchant, restauranteur, and street vendor as you walk by. There are multitudes of rifle carrying police and security guards everywhere and I was always keeping an eye on my family members. It came to the point that just staying at the resort was most relaxing which was a shame because part of the joy of traveling is taking in the experience of the local people and culture. Cancun was far more expensive than I thought.
Been to Cancum 3yrs ago, twas amazing experience but its humid that time, overall still enjoyed up to the fullest.
Nice video although in the 1960s these destinations were primarily fishing villages and not until the 1970s when the Mexican government invested And opened up Cabo and Cancun did they begin to take off to tourism. You have great points of comparison especially the location, obviously from the west coast it’s Cabo and East coast and southeast, Cancun would be a shorter distance. It’s a hard decision, I mean do people want to swim in cenotes and visit Mayan ruins in Cancun or would they rather go whale watching and world class fishing in Cabo. In my opinion these two destinations are top 5 in all of the Americas (North, Central, South).
And Vallarta? Should be on the list I think
Now you make me sad, I went to Cabo a couple years ago and didn't check out San Jose del Cabo
If you're going off beaches and water it's not even close Cancun by a mile. I definitely don't remember white sand in Cabo lol. For sure white sand in cancun also clearer water and much warmer. Cabo does win in regards to it's drier ie not so much humidity but it's still crazy warm. Also right in the heart of cabo the waves are pretty strong and jelly fish from time to time yaaaa
Well, I gotta say that nightlife in Cabo San Lucas is really good and there are many places to have a good time and a lot of fun and on the other hand, San Jose del Cabo is more like the video says, it’s more familiar.
Thx for the tips
Los Cabos forever 🥰
Been to both, Mexican food in Cabo is hands down better, water and beaches are way better in Cancun. Transportation is really easy in the Hotel zone in Cancun, buses run up and down the strip just like shuttle buses and they are dirt cheap. As far as activities both have great options. Xcaret is one of the coolest places you can go near Cancun. Playa Del Carmen is also very close to Cancun in addition you can take a ferry over to Cozumel from there.
Which is better for Golf vacations?
Cabo by far.
if anyone is a local at cabo or has been there... what do you guys recommend to do? i’m going there in december !
I’ve only been to Cancun but I want to go to Cabo to see what it’s like in person
Honest to God I was a little bit disappointed Cancun hands down
Never been to cabo only cancun.canucn is beautiful would love to go to cabo soon
Im 33 yr old single woman and trying to decide between the 2 as I am going by myself. I WANT relaxation with a little nightlife. Nothing super crazy(crowded clubs) but some music and great drinks
Which one would be better and safer?
Cozumel is pretty safe...west side of the island is awesome for snorkeling and the east side has beautiful deserted beaches. We stayed at an air B&B though since we prefer more adventure and less touristy attractions. Very affordable and they are doing really well with covid precautions.
Never been to Cabo and I'm not sure why it doesn't win me over. In Cancun you have access to waterparks, snorkeling, islands, cenotes, pyramids, night life, Tulum, PDC, and Valladolid.
So as far as Baja California Which place Cabo or San Jose has nice beaches with warm water ??
Agree that it's totally about preference. I detest humidity, so definitely Cabo. San Jose del Cabo is a possible retirement spot for this guy!! Disagree with the comments about non-swimmable beaches
If that's important to you, there are plenty of choices in Cabo, just not at every single resort.
Well... that is kind of true (About non-swimmable beaches) Most of the beaches around here are either too dangerous because they are close to "Open ocean", because "Dangerous animals" or "Dangerous beach environment" (because of the rocks or weather), Or mostly because the hotels and resorts tend to believe that just because they're close=in front of the sea they can claim all that extension theirs and do not let people go in.
Obviously you can find a good and nice looking beach if you try hard enough, for example not exclusively inside Cabo.
I do not know if things have changed from the last time I went to the beach but I only remember 2 or 3 that are open to us (the public). And all people go to them... so.... they are fill up at their max at times, it is not really comfortable.
I like Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Cabo
Def rent a car in Cabo! We drove from San Jose del Cabo to Cabo Pulmo last month!
I’m looking for a very relaxing vacation. I have kids from 20-7 years old and I’d like some activities for all. But sitting by a pool with an ocean view, playing in the water with my youngest, then walk along the beaches in the evening is all I need. I’d like the older kids to have fun...but not too much so I spend my time worrying about them being safe. Cabo looked kind of like Italy, which I like and I liked the authentic cuisine you mentioned but not the messing with renting a car.
Which place you end up going to
i live 3 year in playa del carmen and now 5 year in cabo , cabo all the way
what do you like about Cabo? Since PDC is a perfect location to everything (Tulum, Cenotes, Mayan Ruins, Cozemel).
I'm going to Cabo in May I have been to cancun its very family oriented alot to do if you go to parks or site seeing on our last day we went to some local park they had food I think it was called "las palapas"
Yes, I'll be talking about the palapas in a video soon ☺️
So we went to riu palace peninsula in Cancun last dec, and the resort was beautiful ! It was huge! The first 2 days the water was blue and clear, then our last 8 days it’s rained hard everyday and it just turned out to be a disaster. So we tried Cabo a few months ago and stayed at the Riu palace, which was also a gigantic resort! We went during the pandemic so things were alittle different but the weather was much nicer! I know why you did this video because everyone is either going to Cancun or Cabo right now just to get away!
Yes, very true!
@@Passport_Pages thank you for all your vacation videos, I honestly come to your page anytime we are planning a vacation! Thanks for all the great tips! Have a great Sunday !
So nice Theodore! Have a great day ☺️
I’m headed to Cabo for 1st time in March, staying in San Jose area..I haven’t read all comments, but I have one question..if renting a car is parking easy when driving into town of both San Jose and Los Cabos?
One Plus for Cabo, less worry abour hurricane season.
Thank you for the video!! Headed to Cabo
Those saying that Cabo is better clearly haven’t been around Cancun and it’s areas don’t get me wrong Cabo is beautiful but there is no place like Cancun and it’s surrounding places
I.know both places Cabo has the class than Cancun Dont
Wondering if it is safe to travel there outside the resort in Cancun .?
Health wise ( COVID19) and safety wise like assault getting rob at night in down town ,
In Cancun, much like any other large city, if you are NOT in the bad part of town at 3AM, you will be fine!! the resorts are limited currently to 60% of capacity, and masks are REQUIRED except in the pool, and while eating in restaurants....so you are as safe AS YOU CAN REASONABLY BE
Thank you. I think you described the differences quite well.
Cancun is more commercialized and feels more crowded, definitely livelier.
But I prefer Cabo. I love the vibe, the resorts along Medano Beach, contrasted to a small town, easy to walk, with some great open air restaurants (Edith's, Peacock's, the restaurants around the marina, and I've never had a bad time at the Office on the beach). Cabo San Lucas has much more to offer (highly recommend the Caborey sunset dinner cruise). But there are also plenty of "party" spots (Mango Deck), and Happy Ending Cantina is without question the best bar in the world! I especially like the contrast between being IN TOWN along Medano Beach and the Sea of Cortez, and "the QUIET SIDE" across the mountain on the Pacific side and (as you mention), San Jose del Cabo.
Great video. More, more, more please.
Thank you so much Mike! I appreciate all your comments and feedback and support of my channel. Very helpful! 😊
What about the corner of calle pte 52 and calle 27 in Cancun? Safe????
Loved this - is the Uber service running in both towns?
Thank You! Not in Cabo currently, unfortunately
I just went to Cabo. Their Uber service is running!
I prefer Cabo- I've been to Flora's. Another great place to eat is One and Only by Palmilla. To stay there is pricey but there are quite a few Celebs that stay there which makes it a bit more fun.
I LOVE One & Only 😍 Have talked about it in several of my videos 👍
Cancún all the way
Cancun 😘💖✌🏻
i like cancun better then Los Cabos in my opinion
Any resorts reconditions ? Going there is June.
Because I live to swim in the ocean the Cancun beaches are excellent. Cabo many resort beaches are not swim able. Other than that they are so very exciting different . Will got back repeatedly.
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for this video.. I've never been to neither but I wanted the beachy feel.. and this video helped me to decide to go to Cancun first... although Cabo is closer to California. I'll be traveling with my 14-year old teen-age son and we will be on Spring Break? Unless, someone thinks CABO will be better? Looking for activities and the beaches and of course a family feel. Thanks!
I've been to both Cancun and cabo I love Cancun you can swim in the beach, loved the scuba diving in Cancun. Had horrible experience in Cabo the hotel sucked, everything shut down by 10 pm they even shut the pool down. I hated those big moths that were flying around. And I couldn't swim from the beach. When they took us scuba diving, they didn't have an exclusive place for us to go, just were everyone else was swimming and snorkeling in the spot by that rock, I think it was lovers beach. I don't plan on ever going back to Cano. Been to Cancun 5 times, and I love it.
OMG 😱 you had to swim around Mexicans!!! Cannot imagine how you suffered 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
@@eduardoflores8255 -Hablo el sudamericano
Thank you for a fantastic comparison video ! That huge stretch of gorgeous turquous ocean and powder soft sand in Cancun's hotel zoon looks so tantalizing to me AND as I adore body surfing, the waves look perfect - large but not too huge - and it appears to have a gradual slope vs a drop off. Having said that, I love the desert ruggedness of Cabo and those rock formations are stunners. Question for you and your subscribers please: Which resort in Cancun offers an all-inclusive experience (those in-room bottle dispensers have me intrigued LOL !) but are geared toward a middle-age relaxed crowd ? And, which resort in Cabo has a swimmable beach smack dab in front of it ? Thank you so much and I can't wait to continue to arm-chair travel with your video's !!! Cheers ! m.
whats your favorite resort? in cabo
I can only say I have had the privilege to go to Cabo San Lucas, MX! Cancun will have to wait because we are heading back to CABO 😎
Loved cabo great time there and Mazatlan, I need to try Cancun.
Does Cancun still have all the weed crap washing up on shore every morning? When we went there literally nobody used the beach for several miles. Crews had a hard time keeping up with it daily, and it felt gross and smelled awful.
I have been to both but like Cancun a bit better. good stuff.