First-Class Getaways

Combining business with pleasure

By Sarah Muñoz

Whether it’s an ATV excursion in the East Cape or surfing lessons in The Corridor, it’s easy to get lost in the fun part of doing business in Los Cabos — but when there’s business to be done, this is the place to do it. Who says you can’t close that deal or promote team spirit within a company while enjoying the sea, sun and desert of Los Cabos?

Here you can choose from the tiniest of boutique hotels to the largest of resorts, depending on the size of your group; meeting space and state-of-the-art audiovisual needs; the availability of English speakers to help you every step of the way; and nature at your doorstep, of course — plenty of it. Additionally, an international airport helps everyone get here from any place in the world.

Even the East Cape, while still pristine and relatively untouched, has its share of meeting facilities that expertly shape a successful meeting or event. Hotel Buena Vista Beach Resort has its own convention center that accommodates up to 250 and a main assembly room of more than 2,000 square feet, as well as the latest in AV equipment. Guest rooms fit up to 120 people, so small and mid-sized companies can book the entire property. Corporate retreats are a dream here, and team building is as fun as you can imagine — imagine customized fishing tournaments, ATV rallies and other exciting diversions that help strengthen a company while allowing employees to tune out from the office grind.

Meeting and business venues in Los Cabos come armed with hi-tech equipment, spacious boardrooms and wireless Internet. The Westin Resort & Spa, Los Cabos’ new group business center comes with more than 11,000 square feet of indoor space, including a wide assortment of different-sized rooms and function space. There’s also an expert convention services team here ready to lend a hand or answer any question. Attendees can enjoy anything from a beach party to an awards dinner at the Ballroom Under the Stars, which looks right through the famous Arch.

There are also plenty of alternatives for small, simple yet smooth affairs that take place right in the thick of things. Tesoro Los Cabos, for example, sits right by the Cabo San Lucas marina and can whip up a grand getaway for 40 with flexible meeting space with the help of a dedicated events coordinator and access to eight golf courses in the area. The biggest plus? Immediate access to some of Cabo’s most exciting venues.

Pre- or Post-Meeting Fun. Resorts and hotels are packed with a host of activities for groups of all sizes — not to mention some of the best spas and golf courses in all of North America — but the region is also full of ground operators and destination management companies with vast expertise in getting the best out of Los Cabos.

Attendees can explore Sierra de la Laguna on a hiking excursion with TransCabo Tours, for example, or enjoy a private sunset cruise on the Sea of Cortés. They can also explore some of the area’s most exciting dive sites with Deep Blue and its expert staff. Then there are outfitters such as Pisces Fleet Sportfishing, which provides both fishing and yacht charters with all possible conveniences. Well-equipped charters are varied and plentiful, from a 31-footer to a mammoth 110-foot motor yacht with three staterooms.

For added help, there are companies such as Terramar Destinations, which walk you through the entire process of event preparation — from planning to transportation needs and specialty programs. Terramar offers a wide array of activities, including cultural tours, progressive team-building programs and sporty activities such as zip-lining and even spouse programs so “golf widows” have their own shot at taking a bite out of Los Cabos. Terramar will even take care of finding that special gift or amenity for your group — one that reminds them of their special time in Cabo.

There’s also Tropical Incentives DMC, a pro at preparing special events in areas covering everything from professional graphics to unforgettable team dinners. With a sound quality management system and specialties in employee recognition and incentive programs, meeting planning and all types of congresses and conventions, Tropical Incentives can whip up motivational activities and congresses that you and your group will talk about for a long time.

For additional information on meetings and conventions, please visit the official website of the Los Cabos Convention & Visitors Bureau, www.visitloscabos.travel.

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To continue learning more about the fine hotels, resorts and condos in Los Cabos, please visit: www.VisitLosCabos.org or click here for a complete quick list of accommodations.