Skincare & Travel Diaries: Soulful Days in Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas greeted me with that warm mix of desert air and salty ocean breeze that instantly makes you slow down. This trip wasn’t about rushing to check boxes on an itinerary it was about letting myself sink into the rhythm of the waves, savoring food that nourished body and soul, and finding quiet moments of connection with nature.
The Regina Hotel: A Cozy Ocean Escape
We stayed at the Regina Hotel, which ended up being the sweetest little home base. It wasn’t flashy it was cozy, warm, and had that effortless Baja charm. Our room opened out toward the water, and the balcony quickly became my meditation space.
The on-site restaurants were such a surprise highlight. Fresh seafood, colorful flavors, and cocktails that tasted like sunshine. Some nights we stayed in, ordering dinner right at the hotel, then walked down to the beach barefoot, letting the cool sand ground us under the stars.
Wandering Old Downtown Cabo
During the day, we wandered into Old Downtown Cabo, where the pace felt slower and more local. Colorful streets, artisan shops, and hidden coffee spots lined the cobblestones. We stopped at a couple of cute cafés, sipping iced lattes while people-watching in the square.
There’s something special about Old Downtown it’s full of texture and life, but it’s not polished or staged. It felt like a peek into the soul of Cabo beyond the resorts. I loved pausing in little shops, chatting with vendors, and admiring handwoven textiles and pottery.
Lunch at Acre: Still a Hit
One afternoon we made our way to Acre, and it was pure magic. The restaurant is tucked into a lush property that feels like a desert oasis complete with animals wandering the grounds. We spent time with the donkeys and goats before sitting down to one of the best meals of the trip.
The food was farm-to-table fresh, creative, and so satisfying. Every bite felt intentional, and even days later, I kept thinking back to that lunch. It’s the kind of place that lingers in your memory long after you’ve left.
Baja Tacos at Acre
Crispy, and the Avocaodo salsa was creamy and tangy
Nights on the Balcony & Full Moon Meditation
As much as I loved exploring, the most profound part of the trip came at night. On the balcony of the Regina Hotel, the ocean stretched out endlessly, and under the full moon, the waves shimmered silver.
I set aside time for a long meditation, breathing in sync with the ocean’s rhythm. Locals say there’s a belief that under the full moon, the spirits of ancestors rise and come to shore, carried in on the waves. As I watched, I could see why.
The moonlight played tricks on the water, making the waves look almost like figures moving toward land haunting, beautiful, and strangely comforting. Sitting there, I felt connected not just to the place, but to something deeper, something timeless.
That meditation was a reminder of why I travel: to not only see new places, but to find parts of myself reflected in nature, in stories, in the rhythm of somewhere unfamiliar.
Skincare Rituals in the Dry Desert Air
Cabo’s climate is such an interesting mix: desert-dry but softened by the sea. My skin definitely noticed, and my little trio of skincare staples became daily rituals that grounded me just as much as meditation.
Whipped Body Butter → After long beach walks, it locked in hydration and kept my skin from feeling tight.
Antioxidant Lip Butter → Essential with the sun, salt, and margaritas—it kept my lips soft and glossy.
Golden Elixir Under-Eye Serum → Travel and sun can make me puffy, but this serum kept me looking fresh, even after late-night moon meditations.
Skincare, for me, isn’t just about appearance it’s a way of honoring myself while I’m on the road. In Cabo, it became another ritual layered in with the food, the wandering, and the quiet moments by the sea.
Cabo, a Place for Rest & Connection
Cabo San Lucas turned out to be the reset I didn’t know I needed. Between the cozy charm of the Regina Hotel, vibrant afternoons in Old Downtown, soulful meals at Acre, and meditative nights under the moonlight, the trip felt like a balance of body, mind, and spirit.
If you’re craving a destination where you can eat well, slow down, and maybe even connect with something beyond yourself, Cabo is waiting for you with waves that whisper stories under the moonlight. 🌙✨ Dont forget to include Phoenix Potions Skincare on your next trip.
