Mexico lifestyle consultant, Christine Tremblay, helps you to make informed choices and form a coherent plan for your intended lifestyle in Mexico.

Save time and gain valuable lifestyle insights

This lifestyle consultancy service is carefully structured to assist in your lifestyle deliberations and planning. The full consultation will:

• help you to consider choices and the groundwork needed to plan for living, working, or retirement in Mexico;
• save you valuable time by focusing on matters related to your specific circumstances;
• give you unique insights into the options and choices available for different lifestyles in Mexico based on your aims and intentions;
• help you to learn about the practicalities of moving and adapting to a new lifestyle and culture; and
• the consultation may also help you to avoid making material mistakes commonly made by those seeking a lifestyle abroad.

Free 15-minute discovery consultation

Christine offers a free 15-minute consultation with you so that you can meet and get to know each other, briefly discuss your situation, and determine if the service and her experience is right for your needs.

During your free 15-minute discovery consultation you can:

• Meet Christine and learn about her background and experience.
• Share a brief summary about your situation.
• Determine if this consulting service is right for your needs.
• Optionally schedule a date for a full consultation.

Full consultation and written brief

Detailed questions you want to ask and concerns you want to address will be discussed during the full consultation.  The lifestyle consultation package is offered for a fixed fee of US$249 and you can book and pay for a full consultation directly with the consultant.

Benefits of a full consultation

The full consultation will identify important aspects about your situation, address potential issues, and answer specific questions or concerns you have regarding a move to Mexico.

During the full consultation, our associate will:

• Help you to identify your priorities and define your aims and intentions.
• Consider realistic and viable options, based on your life stage, lifestyle choices, and intentions.
• Help you to consider whether Mexico is a good fit for you alone, or with your partner and family as relevant.
• Address any specific questions or concerns you have about moving to Mexico to live, work, or retire.
• Help you to compile a shortlist of potential locations that may suit your lifestyle needs if you’re not yet sure about where in Mexico you want to live.
• Help you to consider the groundwork needed to plan the move and adapt to a new lifestyle abroad.
• Share helpful local knowledge and valuable advice based on practical real-life experience of having moved to, settled, and adapted to Mexico.

After the consultation, our associate will compose a written summary briefing and send this to you by email. The brief will summarize your consultation, and contain curated references based on your individual situation for further research and planning.

About your consultant, Christine Tremblay

Originally from Québec in Canada, Chris has been visiting Baja California Sur for almost three decades and has been a full-time resident of Mexico for over 10 years,  living in La Paz, the capital city of Baja California Sur.

Chris earned degrees in fashion design in Montreal and in culinary arts and viticulture at UCLA, is fluent in four languages (English, French, Spanish, Italian), a licensed helicopter pilot, a passionate scuba diver, and a businesswoman who has made Mexico her permanent home and will soon become a Mexican citizen.

After living in Los Angeles for almost three decades Chris moved to La Paz, on Mexico’s Baja California peninsula, to enjoy the crystal waters, the beautiful Baja desert, and the nearby towns of Los Cabos, Todos Santos, La Ventana, and Los Barriles.

Her key experience includes:

• More than 30 years’ association with the Baja region of Mexico, and more than 10 years of experience living, working full time in La Paz, Baja California Sur.
• Her long-time association with the Baja region, including Los Cabos and Todos Santos, and her intimate knowledge of the local area where she lives provides valuable insights to people who are considering this region for living, working, investment or retirement.
• Chris applies her extensive and detailed knowledge about the Baja California Sur region and Mexican culture to help visitors, prospective new foreign residents, as well as those already living in the area to learn more about her adopted and beloved home and discover the remarkable lifestyle, leisure, and business opportunities that exist here.

Chris is involved as a volunteer in local environmental groups, is an avid supporter of the La Paz arts and culture scene, and is a passionate scholar of the rich history of the Baja peninsula.  She’s an avid SCUBA diver, exploring the underwater wonders of the Sea of Cortés and the various shipwrecks in the area. Chris has traveled to five continents and has lived in Canada, the U.S., Mexico, and Italy.

Fixed fee lifestyle consultation

The lifestyle consultation package is offered for a fixed fee of US$249.

The full consultation call typically lasts for about an hour, and the package includes a post-consultation written summary brief for your review and further reference.

• The consultation begins with an in-depth conversation by telephone or video conference that typically lasts about an hour.
• After the consultation, Chris will compose a written summary briefing and send this to you by email.
• The brief will summarize your consultation, and contain curated references based on your individual situation for further research and planning.
• Optional follow-up consultations may be booked directly with Chris, billed on an hourly basis.

Chris Tremblay offers a free 15-minute discovery consultation with you by telephone or video conference so that you can meet and get to know each other, briefly discuss your situation, and determine if the service and her experience is right for your needs.

If you decide to hire Chris and proceed with a full consultation, Chris will send you a payment request for a fixed-fee lifestyle consultation package.

Additional consultation time

If you would like a follow-up consultation after purchasing the fixed fee package, Chris also offers consultancy on an hourly basis at US$99 per hour (one hour minimum).  Any time over one hour is billed precisely as used.

Make a service request

To make a service request, please complete the request form below.
Our lifestyle consulting associate will contact you personally to organize your consultation.

San Jose del Cabo is one of five main locations in Baja California Sur which include Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Todos Santos and Loreto. All of these places can be discovered with Mexperience.

The region is a particular favorite with divers, golfers and people looking for sports fishing excursions.

San Jose del Cabo is quieter than neighboring Cabo San Lucas. The city is full of interesting places to see, quaint shops, good restaurants and cafés, and some quality art galleries that also showcase local artists’ works. Some of the finest resort hotels and spas can also be found here, offering top quality services and amenities as well as beautiful views across the ocean and pristine, secluded beaches for guests to enjoy.

If you’re looking for all of the attractions that Baja California Sur offers in terms of landscape, beaches, weather and activities, but don’t want the commercialized feel of a developed resort, then San Jose del Cabo is the ideal alternative to neighboring Cabo San Lucas.

Key Attractions

Great Beaches

San Jose del Cabo has a very laid back and easy going atmosphere about it, and the beaches here reflect this. Use the space around you to unwind and chill-out while experiencing the authentic Mexican atmosphere San Jose offers.

Some fine remote beaches exist along the shoreline between los dos cabos (“the two capes” – San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas). These include Barco Varado, Chileno, Palmilla, Santa Maria and Vista del Arco Beaches. You’ll need to rent a car to experience them – see Getting Around. These areas are great if you want to get away from the crowds and see some stunning beaches and shoreline in this area.

Nature and Adventure Experiences in Los Cabos

Los Cabos is a perfect base from which to enjoy Mexico’s great outdoors and take part in a variety of nature and adventure experiences in Mexico.

The local ecology, the landscape, the climate and the proximity to the sea make this region a natural paradise for those who love being in nature. What’s more, you can find experienced and well-equipped adventure and eco-tourism companies in Los Cabos who are ready to help you enjoy the best what this region offers.

Fishing, kayaking, sailing, camping, surfing, horseback riding, nature walks, fabulous bird watching, cliff hikes, sunset cruises, watching the amazing whales and sea lions are just some of the activities you can enjoy in the area. See Also: Nature and Adventure Experiences in Mexico.

Water Sports

With its calm waters, fine weather and uncompromising beaches, its no wonder that water sports are one of the main attractions in San Jose del Cabo. Snorkeling, SCUBA diving, kayaking, water skiing and jet-skis are all favorite pastimes here. See Also: Water Sports in Mexico

Sports Fishing Experiences

Los Cabos is one of Mexico’s top destinations for sports fishing! Read the Mexperience guide to Sports Fishing in Mexico and discover just what a fantastic day out a sports fishing experience can be on your next visit to Mexico.

Spas in San Jose del Cabo

Los Cabos is host to some of Mexico’s finest resort spas. For more information about Spas in Mexico and how to benefit from a magnificent health spa experience in Baja, connect to the Mexperience guide about Spas in Mexico

Local Cruises

There’s no better way to enjoy the scenery than on a local boat cruise. Local cruises take you on tours around the many islets surrounding the tip of the peninsula and include sunset cruises that let you experience some of the most wonderful sunsets you’ll ever witness.

Whale Watching

From the Bering Strait, whales migrate to the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur between January and March of each year. To see the marvel of the great creatures, you’ll need to visit in season. There are three main areas where it’s best to view the whales – the main one being Magdalena Bay. See Also: Whale Watching in Mexico

Golf in San Jose del Cabo

The climate in Baja California Sur is ideal for golf all year-round, and the region is one of the top venues in the world where golf is played. The region hosts some of Mexico’s best golf courses and some people visit here simply to enjoy great golf in Mexico.

Getting There & Around

By Air – You can fly to San Jose del Cabo (the airport also serves nearby Cabo San Lucas) by plane from Mexico City, Guadalajara, Tijuana, and key cities in the USA. Taxis and vans are available from the airport to take you to your final destination; to save time and secure your space, consider pre-booking an airport shuttle so that someone is there to meet you at the airport when you arrive. See Airport Transfers, below. For detailed information about flights and flying, see the Mexperience guide to Air Travel in Mexico.

By Bus – To get to Baja California Sur, your best bet is to fly there (see above); the bus journey from Tijuana to La Paz is about 27 hours; then a further 2 hours from there to Los Cabos. For detailed information about bus transportation read the Mexperience guide to Bus Travel in Mexico.

By Car – Driving to San Jose del Cabo from the southern border of the United States will take you about 20-24 hours on Highway 1 and then a further 2 hours on Highway 19. See additional information about Driving in Mexico and Mexico’s Toll Roads on Mexperience.

Car Rental – To properly explore Mexico’s Baja Peninsula consider renting a car for your visit. Having your own car will give you more flexibility than using public transport options and, in some cases, offer you access to places which are otherwise difficult to visit without the use of a car. Read our guide to Car Rental in Mexico to learn what you need to know about car rental in Mexico and connect to the Mexperience Travel Center to reserve your Rental Car.

By Ferry – If you are on Mexico’s mainland, or want to get to it, there is a ferry that crosses the Sea of Cortez (also known as the Gulf of California) to and from La Paz to the port cities of Mazatlan and Los Mochis (Topolobambo). The ferry trip to/from Mazatlan takes 18 hours and does not run daily; sleeping cabins are available with advance bookings. The ferry to/from Los Mochis (Topolobambo) takes around 8 hours and does not sail daily either. Check the Ferry’s web site at: http://www.ferrytmc.com/ for details of routes, schedules, prices and contact details. Note: from 2004, a new Catamaran ferry is being operated, and this has significantly reduced the travel times across the Sea of Cortez from Mexico’s mainland to La Paz.

Walking in San Jose del Cabo – The city has two main areas: the downtown area where you’ll find the shops, main plaza and cathedral, and the hotel area, which as you might expect, runs along the edge of the beach. You can walk between the two, but you’re probably better off taking a local taxi.

Taxis – Taxis in most of Mexico’s beachside towns and cities are not metered, so agree your price before you get in. Taxi travel is very affordable in Mexico, in comparison to the USA, Canada and Europe, and so provides a viable means of public transportation in Mexico. Your hotel can arrange taxis for you; some post their rates on a board in the lobby; taxi hotel rates are usually higher than cabs you hail off the street. If you speak Spanish, you will have a distinct advantage and be able to negotiate a price with the driver. For detailed information, read the Mexperience guide to Taxi Travel in Mexico.

Local Bus – If your budget is tight or if you want to see more of local life, local bus service are available which connect La Paz, Los Cabos and Todos Santos as well as other destinations further north such as Loreto, San Felipe and other destinations in Baja California. However, the services are limited and infrequent in comparison to buses on Mexico’s mainland. If you want to see all of the amazing beaches and scenery which surround you as you travel to and from San Jose del Cabo, then rent a car locally.

San Jose del Cabo Essentials

Telephone: Connect to the Communications in Mexico page on Mexperience for detailed information about keeping in touch and the latest table of national dialing codes.

Exchanging Currency: Banks with ATM machines can be found in the downtown area of San Jose del Cabo. During business hours, they and the Casas de Cambio will buy traveler’s checks and cash from you as well. For detailed information about exchanging and managing your money, read the Mexperience guide to Money in Mexico.

Travel Insurance: We recommend that you are adequately covered with travel medical insurance and/or travel assistance insurance when you are visiting Mexico. Note that your US Automobile Insurance will not cover you in Mexico — you must get a top-up policy to be properly covered. Read the Mexperience guide to Travel Insurance in Mexico for full details and links to specialist insurance suppliers.

Beach Safety: The main beach, Playa Hotelera, is a safe beach to swim from, but take good care when swimming as some undertows do exist; check for and keep an eye on the surf and on weather conditions, especially in September, when the weather in the region is changeable. Don’t venture out too far – especially if you’re not a strong swimmer!

Internet Access: Internet cafes can be easily found in towns and cities across Mexico and WiFi is increasingly commonplace–from cafes, shops, hotels, and some cities even offer free WiFi in some defined public spaces.

Local Climate

The weather during the summer months will be extremely hot yet cooler near the coasts. In the winter it can get cool and windy, so if you’re traveling in the winter, take some warm clothes just in case the weather turns chilly (especially in the evenings). The rainy season is September (the one month when the weather can be changeable), otherwise this part of Mexico enjoys sunshine most days of the year.

Weather & Climates in Mexico

Learn more about the weather and climates through the seasons and regions by connecting to the Mexperience guide about Weather and Climates in Mexico