Clockwise from top left: Leatherbacks hatching; Hotel Casa Tota; Baja Bean's roasts; dulcerias in Todos Santos; lunch at Caffe El Triunfo; damiana in Todos Santos
Guess what ya’ll?!? My first travel feature for New York Magazine just got published! The piece was a detailed 5-Point Weekend Escape Plan to Todos Santos in Baja California Sur, a lazy little surf town with a whole lot of style. The region’s unique cuisine, stunning wildlife, groovy accommodations, and pristine coastline totally blew me away. And it’s just a short 2 1/2 hour flight from LA.
I went down to Baja in March with L.A.’s reverse coyote, Bill Esparza, but I have to admit I was a bit skeptical. In order to get to Todos, you’ve got to fly into Cabo San Lucas — the banana boat bro capitol of the world. But Bill has lead around the best (do the names Andrew Zimmern or Anthony Bourdain ring a bell?), so I took a leap of faith. My other south-of-the-border sherpa was Jim Pickell from Baja.com. Jim is an extensive world traveler that’s lived all over the place, so it says a lot that he and his Italian wife have decided to finally settle in Todos. He showed us all sorts of gems, from killer breakfast spots to deserted beaches and the releasing of the leatherbacks.
Bill spotted this awesome little lunch stand. Best refried beans and pork ever.
And some fresh fruit juice paletas for dessert from a stand down the way. So yum.
Huevos rancheros for brekky. Yeah buddy.
Watching the nearly-extinct leatherbacks head to sea with local nonprofit Los Tortugueros
My time in Baja California Sur was truly memorable, and totally my speed being a former Santa Cruzer. I have to admit that it’s taking every last ounce of self-restraint to not book a flight as I’m posting these photos. What I wouldn’t do for a tipple of damiana– Baja’s native anise-flavored herb infused with vodka — right about now. Or a swim with my sea lion buddies. That was one of the coolest travel experiences to date. Look at how friendly they are! I can’t wait to go back.
Swimming with the sea lions at Los Islotes
- Saying goodbye to Baja, but not for long!
Krista,
Your article in NY Mag is a terrific piece for both you and Baja. We thoroughly enjoyed working with you and look forward to collaborating to bring this incredible, unique and accessible region into the reach of more travelers who would enjoy and appreciate everything it has to offer.
Looking forward to working together more in the future.
Regards,
jim
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