Este documento es un boletín informativo sobre bienes raíces y destinos turísticos en la región de Baja California Sur, México. Presenta información sobre la familia Díaz Rivera y su papel en el desarrollo de proyectos inmobiliarios de lujo en la zona durante las últimas tres décadas. También incluye detalles sobre varias comunidades y propiedades exclusivas como Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas y El Rincón del Pedregal.
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
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To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
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- New developments in privacy and data regulation.
- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
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With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
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· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
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To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
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Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
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- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
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With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
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ESCAPES magazine, issue #1, summer 2008
1. Yo u r G etaway G uide to B aja / Su G uía de E s c ap e a la B aja
Issue/Numero 1, Summer/Verano 2008, Los Cabos, B.C.S., México
D i a z R i ve ra f a m i l y, fo u n d e r s of luxur y real estate in B aja / Los Díaz Rivera, fundadores
de desarrollos inmobiliarios de lujo en la Baja | O wning your own piece of paradise / Sé Dueño
de tu propio pedazo del Paraíso | B e autiful, exotic and mistic al M exico / México lindo,
exótico, místico | I n t h e s t a rl i g ht: Joanie Feinstein / A la luz de las estrellas: Joanie Feinstein
|Ph o to a l b u m : Lo s Ca b o s as it used to b e / Album de fotos: Los Cabos como un día fue
|Pro p e r t y q u e s t : f i n d yo u r own place in B aja / Propiedades: Encuentre su casa en la Baja
2.
3. Welcome to our home!
For over the past 30 years The Diaz Rivera family has called Los Cabos our
home, and we hope you make it your own as well. We invite you to share in
the nicest weather in the world, the best real estate appreciation in Mexico,
the most amazing beaches on the planet and truly the best place to
create stories and memories in the universe. In the following pages we’ll
share some of our history, our favorite places and some of our projects which
we hope excite you and entice you to come and become a part of our lives.
Bienvenidos a nuestro hogar!
Durante los últimos 30 años hemos llamado a Los Cabos nuestra casa y
esperamos que sea la suya también. Lo invitamos a compartir el clima más
agradable en el mundo, la mejor plusvalía en desarrollos inmobiliarios en
México, las más magníficas playas en el planeta y verdaderamente el mejor
lugar del universo para crear historias y memorias. En las siguientes páginas
le compartiremos algo de nuestra historia, nuestros lugares favoritos y
algunos de nuestros proyectos que esperamos los exciten y motiven a venir
y ser parte de nuestras vidas.
Leticia Diaz Rivera
Manuel Diaz Rivera
Juan Diaz Rivera
4. CONTENT / CONTENIDO
Your Getaway Guide to Baja
Tu Guía de Escape a La Baja
Feature Stories / En esta edición
Your Getaway Guide to Baja/
Tu Guía de Escape a La Baja
3 18
Issue 1, July-September 2008 /
Numero 1, Julio-Septiembre 2008
Publisher / Publicado por:
Grupo Riveras
Design and production /
Diseño y producción:
Destino Los Cabos
Circulation: 25,000 copies
26 24 Distribution & Subscription:
Escapes is available free of charge
all over Baja California Sur. If you
want to secure your own free copy
of Escapes in your mailbox, we
Diaz Rivera, founders of luxury real estate in Baja /
34
would be glad to send it to you to
Los Díaz Rivera, fundadores de desarrollos any destination in the world! Sub-
scription will cover only postage
inmobiliarios de lujo en la Baja 3 costs. Your subscription informa-
tion please e-mail to:
Owning your own piece of Paradise / Sé Dueño escapes@pedregal.com
de tu propio pedazo del Paraíso 18
Circulación: 25,000 ejemplares
Beautiful, exotic and mistical Mexico / Distribución y suscripción:
Escapes está disponible sin cargo en
México lindo, exótico, místico 24 todo el estado de Baja California Sur.
Si usted desea asegurar un ejemplar
The Closing Symphony / gratuito de Escapes en su buzón,
La sinfonía del cierre 26 estamos dispuestos a enviárselo a
cualquier domicilio en el mundo. El
Joanie Feinstein: costo de la suscripción cubrirá úni-
In the Starlight /A la luz de las estrellas 34 camente el costo de envío. Favor de
mandar los datos para su suscripción
por correo electrónico a:
Photoalbum: Los Cabos as it used to be / escapes@pedregal.com
Album de fotos: Los Cabos como un día fue 36
Contact information and
Property Quest / Propiedades
advertasing /
Información y ventas:
Grupo Riveras
Escapes, magazine
Coldwell Banker Riveras 12 Camino de la Plaza
#145 (P O BOX 36)
Cabo San Lucas 13 Cabo San Lucas, C.P. 23410
San Jose del Cabo 21 BCS, México
East Cape / Cabo del Este 27 Phone / Teléfono:
+(52) 624 143 0202
La Paz and Pacific Corridor / La Paz y Corredor Pacifico 31 Toll Free Phone: / Lada sin costo:
1 858 964 3710
e-mail: escapes@pedregal.com
www.pedregal.com/escapes
5. 35
years ago, there lived a man …
años atrás ya existía un gran hombre…
Díaz Rivera family, founders of luxury Real Estate in Baja
La Familia Díaz Rivera, fundadores de desarrollos inmobiliarios de lujo en la Baja
T
his might sound like a success story for the movies,
ready to be filmed and put on the big screen. But it
just so happens that this story is happening right here,
right now, inviting us all to become a part of it.
It all started thirty-five years ago, when a man with
a vision fell in love with a small piece of paradise at Land’s End,
the world-recognized symbol for Cabo San Lucas, and decided
E
to make it his home. Architect Don Manuel Diaz Rivera saw the
potential of the land, purchased 330 acres of a barren parcel ste relato podría sonar como si fuera una historia
draped over a mountain and two beaches, and called it “Pedregal de éxito de esas que están listas para ser filmadas y
de Cabo San Lucas”—now known as the most prestigious neigh- llevadas a la pantalla grande. Pero esta historia de éxito
borhood in town thanks to careful planning and design. Even está sucediendo ahora y aquí mismo, invitándonos a
today, three generations later, the Díaz Rivera family pursues the formar parte de ella.
dreams of Don Manuel, continuing a tradition of personal involve- Todo empezó hace 35 años, cuando un hombre visionario se
ment while adding businesses to create the unique Pedregal full- enamoró de un pequeño pedazo del paraíso en la punta de la
service concept—a concept the family is pleased to share with its península, enseguida del símbolo mundial de Cabo San Lucas: el
clients and neighbors. Arco, y decidió convertirlo en su hogar. Arquitecto Don Manuel
Diaz Rivera vio el potencial de la tierra, adquirió 330 acres de un
terreno escabroso situado sobre una montaña con dos playas y lo
llamó “Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas” Hoy en día Pedregal se conoce
.
como la zona residencial más prestigiada de la zona, gracias a un
cuidadoso plan de desarrollo. Y hasta la fecha, tres generaciones
más tarde, la familia Díaz Rivera sigue llevando a cabo el sueño de
Don Manuel al continuar con la tradición de dirigir personalmente
sus negocios para crear el concepto único de servicio total de
Pedregal: un concepto que la familia comparte con gusto con sus
clientes y vecinos.
Spring 2008
6. Grupo Riveras
Founders, Pioneers, Developers
Fundadores, Pioneros, Desarrolladores
E
l Grupo Riveras se compone hoy en día de una agrupa-
ción de compañías enfocadas a las familias que quieren
hacer de Los Cabos su lugar de residencia permanente
o su destino preferido para vacacionar. El grupo ha
capitalizado el éxito del primer desarrollo residencial
de lujo en la Baja, el Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas, seguido por el
Pedregal de La Paz, para canalizar treinta años de experiencia en
bien raíces a través de la marca Coldwell Banker y así proporcio-
nar servicio al mercado entero. El enfoque en dar el mejor servicio
posible a los clientes ha convertido al Grupo Riveras en la franqui-
cia número uno de Coldwell Banker en México por cuatro años
consecutivos, mientras el Pedregal es todavía la comunidad resi-
dencial más exitosa en Los Cabos.
Sin embargo, el Grupo Riveras es más que simplemente una
historia de éxito en el ámbito local del desarrollo y venta de
G
bienes raíces: también ha hecho contribuciones importantes en
rupo Riveras is made up of a group of companies
las últimas tres décadas al crecimiento y desarrollo del destino.
devoted to families wanting to make Cabo their
La gente del Grupo Riveras jugó un papel preponderante en
home or preferred vacation destination. The group
el establecimiento del programa MLS (Multi Listing System), la
has built on the success of the first luxury real
Cámara de Comercio y el capítulo local de la AMPI (Asociación
estate community in Baja, Pedregal de Cabo San
Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios). Además, contribuyeron
Lucas, followed by Pedregal de La Paz, thus channeling thirty
a construir y abrir la primera escuela privada de Cabo San Lucas,
years of real estate sales expertise through the Coldwell Banker
el Colegio El Camino, y a la fecha son de sus más importantes
brand to service the entire market. A focus on ensuring the best
patrocinadores. Recientemente, han crecido en base al éxito de
possible service for clients has made Grupo Riveras the number
desarrollos insignia como el Pedregal con proyectos llave en
one Coldwell Banker franchise in Mexico for the fourth year in a
mano que ofrecen múltiples amenidades y se enfocan a eliminar
row, while Pedregal continues to be the most successful residen-
las preocupaciones de ser propietario de un bien raíz. El grupo
tial community in Cabo.
proporciona varios tipos de servicios llave en mano y personal-
Grupo Riveras, however, is more than just a story of success in ización en las casas que construye.
local real estate development and sales: it has also made impor-
tant contributions to the past three decades of development in
Cabo. Riveras people were key players in establishing the local
MLS (Multi Listing System), Chamber of Commerce, and the local
AMPI (Mexico’s version of National Association of Realtors). They
helped build and open the first private school in Cabo San Lucas,
Colegio El Camino, and are still one of its strongest supporters.
More recently they’ve built on the success of their Pedregal brand
of communities with amenity-rich, turnkey projects aimed at
eliminating the worry from owning real estate. They offer various
degrees of turnkey service and customization in built homes.
7. P
edregal de Cabo San Lucas is one of the few places
in the world where you can enjoy unobstructed 360-
degree views of two oceans, as well as the desert and
mountains. You can rest your eyes on miles of beauti-
ful sand beaches, and on a dynamic village at the base
Pedregal de
of the hill. Pedregal, or “mountain of stones” is a place where you
,
can live your life at its fullest. The Pedregal entrance is minutes
away from a marina and local entertainment, restaurants, shops
Cabo San Lucas
and nightlife, but far enough to make you feel as if you were enter-
ing another world: a world of tranquility, pristine comfort and a Your own piece of paradise...
relaxed lifestyle.
Pedregal indeed seems to have a life of its own. Pedregal resi-
Su propio rincón en el paraíso...
dents move at their own pace, satisfied and relaxed, enjoying their
P
comfortable homes and life as it was meant to be lived. They meet edregal de Cabo San Lucas es uno de los pocos lugar-
in local stores and socialize at Pedregal events for homeowners. es en el mundo donde usted puede disfrutar de una
More than simply neighbors, they might seem to be living and incomparable vista de dos mares en 360 grados, así
vacationing with friends. The Díaz Rivera family continues to live in como del desierto y las montañas. Usted puede relajar
the community while creating other exclusive developments—El su vista al admirar los kilómetros de hermosas playas y
Rincon and Capella—on the Pedregal mountain. el dinámico pueblo en la base de la colina. Pedregal, o “montaña
www.pedregal.com de piedras” es un lugar donde usted puede vivir la vida al máximo.
,
La entrada a Pedregal está ubicada a sólo unos minutos de la mari-
na y de actividades, restaurantes, tiendas y vida nocturna, pero lo
suficientemente lejos para hacerlo sentir que está ingresando a
un mundo aparte de tranquilidad, confort y un relajado estilo de
vida.
Pedregal de hecho parece tener una vida propia, los residentes
se desenvuelven a su propio ritmo de vida, satisfechos y relajados,
disfrutando de sus cómodas residencias y de la vida como debe
de ser. Se encuentran en tiendas de la localidad y socializan en
los eventos de Pedregal, exclusivos para sus residentes. Más que
simplemente vecinos, ellos parecen estar viviendo y pasando sus
vacaciones con amigos. La familia Díaz Rivera continúa viviendo
en esta zona residencial mientras crea otros exclusivos desarrollos
tales como El Rincón y Capella en la montaña de Pedregal.
www.pedregal.com
8. El Rincón
Lifestyle without Compromise
La Vida sin Compromisos
S
i usted se imagina una casa que refleje la riqueza de la
cultura mexicana de la mano con amenidades contem-
poráneas, usted pudiera estar pensando en El Rincón
del Pedregal. Veintiséis villas de lujo de 450 a 650 m2 se
inspiran en una mezcla ecológica de auténticas tradi-
ciones mexicanas con lo más vanguardista en mobiliario, equipa-
miento y tecnología. Con planos de distribución diseñados para
un máximo confort, las villas incluyen elementos tales como pie-
dras naturales, paredes con cascadas de agua, fogatas, acuarios de
agua salada así como lo último en tecnología: salas de cine, salas
de juego y la posibilidad de conectar su casa vía internet para
monitorearla o prepararla para su llegada. Esta combinación única
en su género hace que El Rincón tenga las “casas más inteligentes”
en Los Cabos.
El Rincón cuenta con amenidades llenas de detalles: una casa
club con clases de ejercicios e instrucción privada, spa, club de
playa, tenis, gimnasio, restaurante y personal altamente calificado
para atenderle como se merece durante sus vacaciones. Vistas sin
obstrucción alguna del Océano Pacífico y las montañas, en com-
binación con servicio llave en mano permiten que el dueño no
I
tenga preocupaciones y que El Rincón del Pedregal sea un lugar
f you imagine your home reflecting the richness of Mexican privilegiado con una mentalidad exclusiva para interiores y exte-
culture along with the smartest amenities, you just might be riores. Los propietarios en Pedregal han comentado que adquirir
thinking of El Rincon del Pedregal. Twenty-six classy villas una villa aquí es realmente comprar una vista; en otras palabras,
from 4,500 to 6,500 square feet are inspired by an ecologi- una obra de arte creada por la naturaleza, con una casa incluida. El
cal blend of authentic Mexican traditions and premier con- proyecto ofrece un estilo de vida lleno de recompensas, inspirado
temporary furniture, equipment, and technology. With floor plans por la naturaleza, y una ubicación única que se traduce en la mejor
designed for maximum comfort, the villas feature natural stone, inversión que usted pueda hacer para usted mismo.
weeping walls, fire pits, and saltwater aquariums as well as the lat- www.elrincondelpedregal.com
est in technology: media rooms, game rooms, and the ability to
connect to your home via the internet to monitor or prepare the
home for your arrival. This unique combination makes El Rincon
“the smartest homes” in Los Cabos.
El Rincon has exquisitely detailed amenities: a clubhouse with
scheduled fitness classes and private instruction, spa, beach club,
tennis, gym, restaurant and an experienced local staff to care for
you throughout your vacation. Unobstructed views of the Pacific
Ocean and mountains, along with turnkey services that provide
carefree ownership, are making El Rincon del Pedregal a privi-
leged place with an exclusive indoor and outdoor mentality. Own-
ers in Pedregal have commented that buying a villa here is actu-
ally buying a view—nature’s own dynamic work of art—with a
house included. The project offers a rewarding way of life, inspired
by nature, and a dramatic location that translates into the best
investment you can make for yourself.
www.elrincondelpedregal.com
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9. Capella Pedregal
Simply beyond.
Simplemente más allá.
B
aja California Sur is definitely a place where you’d like
to live: 350 sunny days a year, blue water stretching to
the horizon, and pristine flora and fauna in a colorful,
affordable country that is far from your daily routine
but within easy reach of world destinations. Baja might
just be the place to call home. With the multiple options available
in the market, all you need is to choose what suits you best.
Can you imagine that a place exists somewhere out there, a
place where even your wildest dream home can be surpassed?
You want the beach? You can have it. You want a mountain
B
retreat? Done. You want a boat? Your yacht has sailed in. Golf?
aja California Sur es definitivamente un lugar donde
Designer courses! A sea-to-summit spa that will cherish your
a usted le gustaría vivir: 350 días de sol al año, aguas
body, mind and spirit in ways not imaginable? Certainly! You
azules que se extienden hasta el horizonte y una
need search no more. Your patience has paid off. Capella in
incomparable flora y fauna en un colorido entorno
Pedregal will exceed all your expectations. You can locate it on
que va más allá de la rutina, mientras sigue al alcance
the map, although the exact location is defined more by attitude
de las principales ciudades del continente americano. La penínsu-
than longitude and latitude. Capella is so well hidden that you
la de Baja California puede ser el lugar ideal para su nuevo hogar.
have to go through a private tunnel to find the exclusive beach
Con las múltiples opciones disponibles en el mercado, usted sólo
community waiting to embrace you.
tiene que escoger la que mejor le acomode.
¿Puede usted imaginarse que existe un lugar por allí, un
lugar donde su más extravagante casa de ensueño puede ser
sobrepasada? ¿Usted quiere la playa? La puede tener. ¿Usted
quiere un escondite en la montaña? Listo. ¿Quiere una embar-
cación? Su yate está preparado para partir. ¿Golf? ¡Campos de golf
10. Capella Pedregal is a unique place that gives you the oppor- diseñados por expertos lo esperan! ¿Un spa que va del mar al cielo
tunity to become part of something special. Residences adorned y que cuidará de su cuerpo, mente y espíritu de una manera jamás
with hand-hewn arbors and trellises, using color palettes inspired imaginada? ¡Desde luego! No necesita buscar más opciones. Su
by the very land they’re built upon. Casonas, situated over the paciencia lo ha premiado. Capella Pedregal excederá todas sus
granite cliffs of Pedregal Mountain, with interiors designed to suit expectativas. Usted lo podrá encontrar en el mapa, sin embargo su
the specific tastes of the owner. Ahead, Capella’s indulgent new ubicación exacta se define más por su actitud que por su longitud
Auriga Spa designed by the acclaimed Sylvia Sepielli. And beyond, y latitud. Capella está tan íntimamente escondido que usted tiene
a fleet of private yachts that are yours as an owner at Capella que pasar por un túnel privado para encontrar esta exclusiva zona
Pedregal. Beyond—indeed. residencial sobre la playa que le espera con los brazos abiertos.
As a resident of Capella Pedregal, you’ve found more than Capella Pedregal es un lugar único que le brinda la oportuni-
a home or a place to vacation. You’ve discovered a truly special dad de formar parte de algo muy especial. Las residencias ador-
place where coming home brings a whole new meaning. When nadas con detalles en madera hechos a mano utilizan una gama
you arrive, you will find that everything you imagined is simply an de colores inspirados en la misma tierra donde se han construi-
understatement. Capella is beyond description. Simply—beyond. do. Las casonas estan ubicadas sobre las laderas de granito de la
www.capellacabo.com montaña de Pedregal, con interiores diseñados para complacer
los gustos específicos del propietario. En el futuro próximo, el
indulgente Auriga Spa diseñado por la reconocida Sylvia Sepielli
abrirá sus puertas; y más allá, una flotilla de yates privados que
están a su disposición al ser dueño en Capella Pedregal. Sin lugar
a dudas, más allá.
Como residente de Capella Pedregal, usted ha encontrado más
que una residencia o un lugar para vacacionar. Usted ha des-
cubierto un lugar verdaderamente especial en donde llegar a su
casa tiene otro significado. Cuando usted llegue, encontrará que la
realidad va más allá que su imaginación. Capella es simplemente
indescriptible. Simplemente, más allá.
www.capellacabo.com
11. Pedregal de La Paz,
honoring the love of life
un tributo al amor por la vida
L L
a Paz, the state capital of Baja California Sur, is considered
by many to be the most beautiful city in Mexico’s north- a Paz, capital del estado de Baja California Sur, es con-
west. The city’s impressive bay is on the Sea of Cortez, siderada por muchos expertos la ciudad más bella del
baptized by Jacques Cousteau as the world’s aquarium noroeste de la República Mexicana. Su impresionante
because of its rich marine life. Here you can admire sea bahía da al Mar de Cortés, bautizado por Jacques Cous-
lion colonies and pods of friendly dolphins, relax on white sandy teau como el acuario del mundo por la riqueza de su
beaches, swim in transparent water, and enjoy the flavorful cui- vida marina. Aquí usted puede admirar colonias de leones mari-
sine, city amenities, and a laidback atmosphere. The ecosystem of nos y amigables delfines, relajarse en playas de blancas arenas,
the surrounding desert is filled with endless surprises. In La Paz, nadar en aguas cristalinas y disfrutar la deliciosa cocina local, las
the Díaz Rivera family has expanded the concept of Pura Vida, facilidades que la ciudad le ofrece y una atmósfera más tranquila.
or “Love of Life” to create Pedregal de La Paz, based on the same El ecosistema del desierto a su alrededor está lleno de sorpresas
standards as Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas. Just a couple of minutes sin fin. En La Paz, la familia Díaz Rivera ha mejorado el concepto
from downtown, Pedregal de La Paz is a private gated community de Pura Vida, o “El Amor por la Vida” al crear Pedregal de La Paz en
with unobstructed views of the Sea of Cortez, offering a once-in- base a los mismos estándares que Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas.
a-lifetime opportunity: a place to live in harmony with nature in a A tan sólo unos minutos del centro de la ciudad, Pedregal de La
sophisticated neighborhood. Paz es una zona residencial privada de acceso restringido, con vis-
tas sin obstrucciones del Mar de Cortés. Ofrece una oportunidad
Founded on honesty, responsibility, and commitment to the
única en la vida: un lugar para vivir en armonía con la naturaleza
community’s cultural and social development and quality of life,
en un ambiente sofisticado.
Pedregal de La Paz is a continuation of Don Manuel’s dream. The
development is build on a mountainside northwest of the city, Fundado en base a la honestidad, la responsabilidad y el
where it maintains high quality standards in every detail, provid- compromiso con el desarrollo cultural y social de la comunidad,
ing a sanctuary for the few who find their way into Baja’s newly además de una alta calidad de vida, Pedregal de La Paz es una con-
discovered paradise. The Pedregal way of life in La Paz has proven tinuación del sueño de Don Manuel. El desarrollo está construido
to be a success. Following the sale of the first three phases, Pedre- en el lado de una montaña al noroeste de la ciudad, manteniendo
gal de La Paz opened two new phases in early 2008, with amazing un alto nivel de calidad en cada detalle, proporcionando a la vez
views of the Sea of Cortez. un santuario para los pocos que encuentran el recién descubierto
www.pedregal.com paraíso en la Baja. La forma de vida al estilo Pedregal en La Paz ha
sido todo un éxito. Después de la venta total de las primeras tres
secciones, Pedregal de La Paz abrió dos fases más a principios del
2008, con unas increíbles vistas del Mar de Cortés.
www.pedregal.com
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12. Villas Aguamarina Pedregal,
urging you to follow your dream
lo alientan a conseguir su sueño
A
ccording to an alchemist from the Middle Ages, the
aquamarine gemstone represents wellness, hap-
piness, joy, and good luck; others claim it aids in
clear thinking, in improving communication with
others, controlling stress, calming any disturbance,
and ensuring spiritual inspiration. Villas Aguamarina keeps these
qualities in mind as it offers homeowners facilities and amenities
D
designed with balance and joy.
e acuerdo con un alquimista de la Edad Media, la
Located in Pedregal de La Paz, Villas Aguamarina overlooks the piedra aguamarina representa bienestar, felicidad,
aquamarine waters of the Sea of Cortez. The light colors, natural illu- alegría y buena suerte; otros han dicho que ayuda
mination, and gurgling fountains of Aguamarina homes embody a pensar claramente, a mejorar la comunicación con
the wellness and tranquility you have been looking for in your per- otros, controlando el estrés, calmando cualquier
sonal sanctuary. Villas Aguamarina is a collection of twenty-eight problema, asegurando una inspiración espiritual. Villas Agua-
modern Mexican homes, with one or two stories, interiors from 360 marina mantiene estas cualidades en mente ya que ofrece a los
to 410 m2, and outside areas from 200 to 250 m2, carefully planned propietarios de casa instalaciones y amenidades diseñadas con
for optimal comfort. Private groups of four and five villas share a balance y alegría.
pool and pergola, along with a traditional Mexican palapa and an
outdoor grill for your fiesta. All areas are in Pedregal de La Paz and Ubicadas en Pedregal de La Paz, Villas Aguamarina tienen vista
within easy walking distance from the popular La Concha beach a las aguas color turquesa del Mar de Cortés. Los tonos ligeros, la
and Malecon—ideal for strolling, enjoying the sea breezes, and fol- iluminación natural, y las fuentes brotantes de las casas de Agua-
lowing your dreams. Villas Aguamarina is a perfect solution for your marina conjuntan el sentido de bienestar y tranquilidad que usted
home and vacation retreat, with outstanding potential for renting. ha estado buscando para su santuario privado. Villas Aguamarina
es una colección de veintiocho casas de estilo contemporáneo
mexicano, con uno o dos pisos, una superficie de construcción
interior que va de 360 a 410 m2 y una exterior de 200 a 250 m2,
cuidadosamente planeadas para un óptimo confort. Grupos priva-
dos de cuatro y cinco villas comparten una alberca y una pérgola,
así como una tradicional palapa al estilo mexicano y una parrilla
al aire libre para sus reuniones. Todas las áreas se ubican dentro
de Pedregal de La Paz y están a unos pasos de la popular playa La
Concha y del malecón, sitio ideal para caminar, disfrutar de la brisa
del mar y perseguir sus sueños. Villas Aguamarina es la solución
perfecta para tener su casa o un escondite para vacacionar, con un
alto potencial de renta.
LIVING LIFE AS IT WAS MEANT TO BE VIVIENDO LA VIDA COMO DEBE SER
G G
rupo Riveras continues to follow the dream of Don rupo Riveras continúa persiguiendo el sueño de Don
Manuel. The group’s love of the land and Mexican cul- Manuel. El cariño que el grupo le tiene a la tierra y la
ture, thoughtfully adapted to the modern world and cultura de México, cuidadosamente adaptado al mundo
paired with values, imagination, vision, and creativity, dares to moderno y que va de la mano con valores, imaginación, visión, y
do what has never been done before while securing Grupo creatividad, acepta el reto de hacer lo que antes no se había real-
Riveras’ position as leaders of luxury living in Baja California Sur. izado, asegurando a la vez la posición del Grupo Riveras como los
Some people call this place a paradise on earth. Grupo Riveras líderes del desarrollo de vivienda de lujo en Baja California Sur.
calls it home. Algunas personas llaman a este lugar un paraíso en la tierra. El
Grupo Riveras lo llama su casa.
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13. Coldwell Banker Riveras
Coldwell Banker Riveras, the #1 Coldwell Banker franchise in Mexico for the
past 5 years, offers a full-service approach comprised of real estate consult-
ing, financing coordination, closing services and property management/
vacation rentals. Owned by the Diaz Rivera family, pioneers in the local real
estate industry, with over 30 years of local experience in real estate sales
and development Coldwell Banker Riveras and their professionally trained
realtors have been successfully servicing south of Baja California Sur’s
comprehensive Real Estate needs. Their customers experience benefits of
global systems and solutions tailored to local, market-specific, needs.
Coldwell Banker Riveras Top Producers have been designated as Pre-
views International Specialists from Previews International, a subsidiary
of Coldwell Banker that represents only the top 10% of all homes listed
on the market. It is known as the Premium Line for Coldwell Banker. Only
luxury residential properties can be Previews Properties, which must be of
exceptional quality and style, including the quality of construction and the
conservation stage.
US (toll free): 1 858 964 3710
Mexico: 624 143 1945
www.cbriveras.com
Coldwell Banker Riveras, la franquicia numero uno de la empresa Coldwell
Banker por los últimos cinco años, ofrece una gama de servicios completos
para la consultaría en el mercado de bienes raíces, coordinación de finan-
ciamiento, servicios de escrituración, administración de bienes inmuebles
y renta de unidades vacacionales. La familia Díaz Rivera como propietarios,
han sido pioneros en la industria local de bienes inmuebles, con más de 30
años de experiencia local en la venta y desarrollo de bienes raíces. Coldwell
Banker Riveras y su personal profesional, altamente calificado y capacitado
han estado sirviendo con buen éxito a la comunidad de Baja California Sur
en el ramo de las inversiones en bienes inmuebles y terrenos. Su experi-
encia beneficia a sus clientes por medio de sistemas y soluciones globales
que se han personalizado a las necesidades del mercado local.
Los mejores representantes de Coldwell Banker Riveras han sido designa-
dos como Especialistas Internacionales de Previews International, una filial
de Coldwell Banker que representa solamente al 10% de todas las casas lis-
tadas en el mercado. Es mejor conocida como la Línea Premium para Cold-
well Banker. Sólo las residencias de lujo pueden llegar a ser propiedades
Preview, las cuales deberán de poseer una calidad de diseño excepcional
incluyendo la calidad de su construcción y el estado de conservación.
US (lada sin costo): 1 858 964 3710
México: 624 143 1945
www.cbriveras.com
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14. CABO SAN LUCAS
CABO SAN LUCAS
Cabo San Lucas is probably the most recognized destination in the south of
Distinguished Agents / Agentes Distinguidos Baja. Its beaches, restaurants and outdoor activities play an important part when it
comes to choose it as a getaway. But probably nobody knows the area better that the
locals… and by locals we mean Coldwell Banker Riveras Sales Associates. With two
different locations in town they know the city, its people and can truly help you with
all your needs and desires. Even though many of them are not natives, they might as
well be, since their time is well spent in the area and many of their fondest memories
have taken place here.
If you want to experience Cabo in a more local way, ask anyone at Coldwell Banker
Leticia Diaz Rivera Joanie Feinstein Riveras, they will go the extra mile to make you feel at home.
Broker jfeinstein@pedregal.com
leticia@pedregal.com Cel (624) 122 3528
Cabo San Lucas es probablemente el destino más reconocido en el sur de la Baja.
Sus playas, restaurantes y actividades al aire libre juegan un importante papel para
que sea escogido por miles de visitantes al año como el lugar ideal para vacacionar.
Sin embargo, quizás nadie conoce la región mejor que la gente local… y cuando deci-
mos local queremos decir los agentes de ventas de Coldwell Banker Riveras. Basados
en dos diferentes oficinas, conocen la ciudad y realmente te pueden ayudar a sat-
isfacer tus necesidades y deseos. Aunque muchos de los agentes no nacieron aquí,
Marilu Madrid Gabriela Velázquez es como si lo hubieran hecho porque viven su vida aquí y muchos de sus mejores
mmadrid@pedregal.com gvelazquez@pedregal.com recuerdos son del área.
Cel (624) 147 5017 Cel (624) 141 6762
Si quieres experimentar Cabo San Lucas de una forma más local, pregunta
a los agentes de Coldwell Banker Riveras. Ellos harán lo imposible para que te
sientas como en casa.
Rebeca Curiel Eduardo Osejo
rcuriel@cbriveras.com eosejo@cbriveras.com
Cel (624) 157 4932 Cel (624) 129 55 85
Gary O’Neil Hayley Manchios
garyo@cbriveras.com hmanchios@cbriveras.com
Cel (624) 128 0033 Cel (624) 108 3379
Adriana Gonzalez Pedro Moreno
agonzalez@cbriveras.com pmoreno@cbriveras.com
Cel (624) 151 5317 Cel (624) 126 5923
Ricardo Patiño Manuel Sanchez
rpatino@cbriveras.com msanchez@cbriveras.com
Cel (624) 155 3948 Cel: (624) 122 2670
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15. CABO SAN LUCAS
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PEDREGAL HEIGHTS. Astonishing 180° views to the city, the LOT 1 BLOCK 25, Pedregal. Wonderful large lot of over 9,400 sq.
Marina and the Pacific Ocean. Located on the highest section in Pedre- ft. located by the “Whale Statue” on Pedregal’s Pacific side, this lot features
gal, these lots have underground utilities./ Asombrosa vista de 180° beautiful ocean views. / Magnífico lote con hermosas vistas del mar y
de la ciudad, la marina y el Oceano Pacifico. Ubicado en la par- con más de 940 m2 situado cerca de la “Estatua de la Ballena” en el
te mas alta del Pedregal, estos lotes tienen servicios subterraneos. lado del Pacífico en el Pedregal.
From/Desde $2,028,535 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1901-00106 $168,000.00 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1909-00018
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LOT 18 BLOCK 26, Pedregal. Great lot of 769.39 sq mt in the CABO PACIFICA LOT. Beautiful 1000 sq mt lot with views to the
luxurious and exclusive Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas. Nice views to the Pacific Ocean at Cabo Pacifica. / Bonito lote de 1000 m2 con vistas al
mountains./ Muy buen lote de 769.39 m2 en el lujoso y exclusivo Pedre- Océano Pacífico y Cabo Pacifica.
gal de Cabo San Lucas. Bonitas vistas de las montañas. $ 270,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1903-00153
$229,000 USD Los Cabos MLS #1904-00038
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LOT 4 BLOCK 18, Pedregal. This 854 sq mt Pedregal de Cabo San LOTE BRUNO. 300 sq mt Residential lot with great surroundings.
Lucas lot is just minutes away from the Marina and downtown area. Este Easy to build on and near downtown area. / Lote residencial de 300 m2
lote de 854 m2 en Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas se encuentra a sólo con muy buenos alrededores. Fácil para construir y cerca de la zona
unos minutos de la Marina y la zona centro. centro.
$425,932.5 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1901-00047 $120,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1912-00001
14 See all our listings at www.cbriveras.com 1 866 805 4938 Cabo San Lucas, Ph: 624-143-7142
16. CABO SAN LUCAS
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VALLEY OF THE BLUE MOON. Designed with ample spaces, it BLUE BAY CONDO. 3 beds, 3 baths unit, with modern fixtures and
is well illuminated and offers 3 beds, 4 baths. Downstairs area opens up to contemporary architecture. 5 minute walk to town, restaurants and marina./
patio and has the preparations for a pool. / Diseñada con amplios espa- Unidad de 3 recamaras, 3 baños, con modernos acabados y arqui-
cios, está bien iluminada y ofrece 3 recámaras, 4 baños. El área de tectura contemporánea. A 5 minutos a pie del centro, restaurantes y
la planta baja se abre a un patio y tiene listo el espacio para instalar la marina.
una alberca.
$610,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1941-00012
$665,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1901-00086
SANTA RITA. Charming 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath town home in the exclu- VILLAS DEL TEZAL. 2 beds, 2 baths corner house with covered
sive Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas. Only the finest finishes have been used in parking area. Includes marble flooring, granite counter, outdoor patio and
this recently completed town home. / Encantadora casa tipo town home BBQ area. / Casa en esquina de 2 recámaras, 2 baños con estaciona-
de 2 recámaras, 2 1/2 baños en el exclusivo Pedregal de Cabo San miento cubierto. Incluye pisos de mármol, cubierta de granito en la
Lucas. Solamente los más finos acabados han sido utilizados en esta cocina, patio al aire libre y área para asador.
recientemente terminada casa. $195,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1923-0028
$355,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1903-00094
CASA ROCA GRANDE. Nice 4 beds, 4 baths house in Pedregal de CASA CIPRESESS. 4 Beds, 4 baths oversized house in downtown
Cabo San Lucas. Offers a great terrace with views to the marina and a large Cabo. It is landscaped, comes with a fully equipped kitchen, two balconies,
pool. / Bonita casa de 4 recámaras, 4 baños en Pedregal de Cabo San one big terrace, ample parking and pool area. / Casa de muy buen tamaño
Lucas. Ofrece una gran terraza con vistas a la marina y una alberca en el centro de Cabo San Lucas con 4 Recámaras, 4 baños. Cuenta
grande. con jardinería y viene con cocina totalmente equipada, dos balcones,
una terraza grande, amplio estacionamiento y área de alberca.
$895,000 USD Los Cabos MLS #1904-00039
$1,500,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1937-00002
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17. CABO SAN LUCAS
VILLA LA ROCA, Pedregal. Extraordinary villa with 5 main bed- VILLA CANTAMAR, El Rincon del Pedregal. 5 beds, 5.5
rooms, 8 baths, gourmet kitchen a private conference room. elevator, infinity bats, walk in closet, a fire pit and a infinity pool. Common areas will include
pool and jacuzzy./ Una extraordinaria villa con 5 recámaras princi- a club house, restaurant service, concierge services, and an exclusive beach
pales, 8 baños, una cocina gourmet, un salón privado para reunio- club./ 5 recámaras, 5.5 baños, amplio closet, fogata y una alberca
nes, elevador, alberca infinity y Jacuzzi. infinity. Las áreas comunes incluyen una casa club, servicio de res-
taurante, servicios de conserje y un exclusivo club de playa.
$9,850,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1903-00082
$2,500,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1909-00022
CASA RYAN, Pedregal. Fabulous Cabo marina views home with 4 CASA DE HIERRO, Pedregal. Enjoy amazing views to the Pacific
beds, 4.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, TV room, pool, jaccuzi, 2 car garage, big Ocean from this 4 beds, 4.5 baths residence. Offers entertaining room, bar,
garden and large terraces./ Casa con sensacionales vistas a la marina gourmet kitchen fire pit, pool and Jacuzzi./ Disfrute de incomparables
de Cabo con 4 recámaras, 4.5 baños, cocina gourmet, cuarto de TV, vistas del Océano Pacífico desde esta residencia de 4 recámaras, 4.5
alberca, jaccuzi, garage para 2 automóviles, jardín grande y am- baños. Cuenta con cuarto de juegos, bar, cocina gourmet, fogata,
plias terrazas. alberca y Jacuzzi.
$4,800,000 USD Los Cabos MLS# 1904-00042 $5,500,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1904-00032
CASA LUCA, Pedregal. The spacious living and dining area of this CASA NAVARI, Cabo del Sol. Beautiful Ocean and golf course
residence, leads out to a large terrace with pool, spa and outdoor covered view home. Entrance to 2 bedrooms by a lovely interior patio with a wooden
bar area. Offers 5 beds, 6 baths, a gym and a fruit garden. / Los espacios walk way. Outdoor covered terrace, palapa, pool and jacuzzi./ Bella casa
amplios de la sala y comedor de esta residencia, dan a una gran ter- con vista al mar y al campo de golf. Entrada a dos adorables habita-
raza con alberca, Jacuzzi y bar al aire libre techado. Cuenta con 5 ciones a través de un patio interno con andadores de madera. Ter-
recámaras, 6 baños, un gimnasio y un jardín frutal. raza cubierta al aire libre, palapa, alberca y jacuzzi.
$8,400,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1903-00141 $2,950,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1903-00156
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19. Owning
your own piece
of Paradise
S
panish explorers called it El otro
mundo, Another World. We call it
Paradise. And today, you can own
your own piece of Paradise, too.
Passionate land where two oceans meet and sun bleached
beaches wrap deserted mountains, Baja is a wonderful place full
of character. With spectacular natural areas, it offers adventur-
ers and non-adventurers a chance to discover a real paradise on
earth. From miles of magnificent beaches, unspoiled land, off-the- Think about your desires and needs now and your vision of liv-
grid lifestyle, natural resorts with rich and picturesque underwa- ing your life in the future. Which are your values? How much you
ter life to artisan homes and amenities, developed to make your want to spend for your second home or – if the purchase is your
life as pleasant and easy as it was meant to be, Baja offers you just investment, how much would you like to receive out of it. Think
that. Here you can find whatever your heart desires, beachfront about amenities like leisure and sports activities, cultural options,
residences or condominiums, magnificent lots or big parcels of restaurants, access to the beach, commuting time to the airport
land for your own development. or closest towns or cities, good health care access and similar.
Today, owning a property in Mexico is easier and safer than And when choosing your real estate company, choose the
ever. Contrary to what many think, foreign citizens can buy prop- one, which is able to offer you all services needed when buying
erty in Mexico with the same assurance as in their country, and the property: a professional real estate agent, who knows the
still make it profitable investment. And although it might sound area well and has lived here for years, a mortgage broker who
more complicated than it really is, the process of holding title for will provide you with best financing solutions, closing services
foreigners is different than in your home country. In the zone 50 for completing all the paperwork for you and closing the deal,
km off of the coast (and all The Baja) foreigners can purchase land and property management services – you might consider rent-
through a land trust, or a Fideicomiso. Currently, 80% of happy ing your property while you are away, or a concierge services for
owners at Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas, Cabo’s premier residential enjoying your life at its best.
community, own their home throughout a Fideicomiso. Living in the South of Baja is easy and casual, friendly and fes-
Most important and usually also most difficult decision, when tive. And remember, benefits to the soul often can exceed the
choosing where to set your foot in this magnificent place on the value of a positive return on investment. That’s why we call it
Earth, is where to buy. From Pacific Coast, through Los Cabos and Paradise!
East Cape featuring picturesque villages La Ribera and Los Bar-
riles to state’s capital La Paz, the country offers many attractive OUR ADVICE
options and possibilities. • Buying a property in Baja is always a good (and profitable) deci-
sion!
• Before deciding where to buy, consider your desires today and
values for tomorrow.
• Choose a full service real estate company: this way you will
only need to pick a property. They will take care of everything
else! As simple as that.
• Trust your agent - talk to him or her sincerely about what you
want, and ask many questions. They know the area well and by
knowing your wishes they will be able to advise you best.
• Invite your friends to share this little piece of Paradise with you!
• Enjoy!
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20. Sé Dueño
de tu propio pedazo
del Paraíso
Piensa acerca de tus necesidades y deseos actuales y compára-
los con tu proyecto de vida para el futuro. ¿Cuáles son tus valores?
¿Cuánto planeas invertir en tu segunda casa? En el caso de que
la compra sea como inversión, ¿qué tanto te gustaría recibir de la
misma? Piensa en las actividades recreativas como deportivas, sus
opciones culturales, restaurantes, acceso a playas, tiempo de trans-
portación al aeropuerto, a la ciudad o comunidad más cercana,
acceso a hospitales y demás.
Cuando sea el tiempo de escoger a tu agencia de bienes raíces,
L
os conquistadores españoles le llama- selecciona aquella que va a ser capaz de ofrecerte todos los ser-
ron El otro mundo. Nosotros le llamamos vicios integrales que conllevan el proceso de compraventa: un
agente inmobiliario profesional que conoce el área y que ha estado
el paraíso. Ahora tú también puedes ser viviendo en ella por años, un agente fiduciario que te brindará las
dueño de un pedazo de paraíso. mejores soluciones financieras, servicios de escrituración para lle-
var a buen termino la finalización del contrato y la administración
Tierra apasionada donde se encuentran dos mares y las playas de tu propiedad. Tal vez consideres rentar tu inmueble mientras
blanqueadas por el sol abrazan las montañas del desierto, Baja no lo estés disfrutando o utilizar un servicio de concierge que te
California Sur es un lugar maravilloso lleno de personalidad. Con asesore para que disfrutes al máximo tu estancia.
áreas naturales espectaculares, ofrece para los aventureros como a Vivir en Baja Sur es fácil y casual, festivo y amigable. Recuerda,
los no tanto, una oportunidad para descubrir un verdadero paraíso los beneficios para el alma en muchas ocasiones superan el valor
en la tierra. Desde las magnificas playas, tierra virgen, un estilo de de un estado financiero positivo. ¡Por eso le llamamos paraíso!
vida radical, áreas naturales con pintoresco y abundante paisaje y
vida submarina, hasta casas diseñadas con todas las amenidades, NUESTRAS SUGERENCIAS
desarrolladas para darte ese estilo de vida tan agradable y placen- • Comprar propiedad en Baja siempre será una buena y reditu-
tero que siempre has soñado, Baja te ofrece exactamente eso. Aquí able decisión.
podrás encontrar cualquier cosa que tu corazón anhele, residencias • Antes de hacer la compra, considera tus deseos actuales y tus
o condominios frente al mar, magníficos lotes o extensas dimensio- valores para el mañana.
nes de terreno para crear tu desarrollo de ensueño. • Consigue una agencia con servicios inmobiliarios y fiduciarios
Hoy en día, el comprar propiedad en México es más sencillo que completa: de esta forma ahora sólo te queda seleccionar tu
nunca antes. Aunque muchos piensen lo contrario, los ciudadanos propiedad. ¡Ellos se encargarán de todo lo demás! Así de sencillo.
extranjeros pueden adquirir propiedad en México con la misma • Confía en tu agente. Habla con él o ella sinceramente sobre tus
garantía y certeza que tendrían en su país de origen y además tener expectativas y haz muchas preguntas. Ellos conocen el área bien
una inversión redituable. En la zona federal marítimo terrestre (la y al saber acerca de tus deseos, te podrán asistir de mejor forma.
franja de tierra de 50 km de la costa y toda la Baja) los extranjeros • ¡Invita a tus amigos a compartir este pedazo de paraíso contigo!
pueden comprar propiedad por medio de un fideicomiso. Actual- • ¡Disfrútenlo!
mente el 80% de los felices dueños de Pedregal de Cabo San Lucas,
la zona residencial de más alto nivel en Los Cabos, han adquirido
sus propiedades por este medio.
Pero lo más importante y tal vez la decisión más difícil, viene
cuando vas a elegir el lugar para plantar tus pies en este magnífico
lugar del planeta y definir en donde vas a comprar. Desde las costas
del Pacífico hasta Los Cabos y Cabo del Este, con sus pintorescas
comunidades como La Ribera y Los Barriles, hasta llegar a la capital
en La Paz, el estado ofrece múltiples opciones y posibilidades.
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21.
22. SAN JOSE DEL CABO
Distinguished Agents /
Agentes Distinguidos
SAN JOSE DEL CABO
Within 25 minutes drive from Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo feels like a world apart.
Throughout its family oriented neighborhoods, distinguished restaurants and surfing beaches,
this city offers the perfect balance between a vacation getaway and home.
Coldwell Banker Riveras has two locations in town: one at the Mega commercial mall and one at
downtown, in the shopping district. Sales Associates know the area, the growing developments and
Katia Cao the most demanding places to go to. If you approach them with a question, you’ll get more than just
katiac@cbriveras.com an answer.
Cel (624) 145 2049
A 25 minutos de Cabo San Lucas por carretera, San José del Cabo parece ser un mundo aparte.
Con sus desarrollos residenciales familiares, restaurantes distinguidos y playas para practicar el surf,
la ciudad ofrece el equilibrio perfecto entre un destino vacacional y el estar en casa.
Coldwell Banker Riveras tiene dos oficinas en San José: una en el centro comercial de la
Mega y una en el centro de la ciudad. Los agentes de ventas conocen el área, los desarrollos y
los lugares a visitar. Si les haces una pregunta, recibirás más que una simple respuesta.
Connie Worth
conniew@cbriveras.com
Cel (624) 117 8628
Cesar Meza
cesarm@cbriveras.com
Cel (624) 132 4852
Juan Alvarez
jalvarez@cbriveras.com
Cel (624) 161 1604
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23. SAN JOSE DEL CABO
CAMILA LOT, Magisterial. Lot fully serviced with good Ocean Views CABO COLORADO LOTS. Residential lots just minutes away from
from the first floor and will have even better from the second floor. Club Camp- colonial San Jose del Cabo. They all have underground utilities. Lot sizes
estre Neighbors the back of the lot. Lot size of 3,918 sf approx. / Lote con todos range from 822 sq mt to 1425.84 sq mt./ Lotes residenciales a sólo minutos
los servicios con buenas vistas al mar desde la planta baja y aun mejores del pueblo colonial de San José del Cabo. Todos tienen los servicios sub-
vistas desde la planta alta. La parte de atrás colinda con el Club Camp- terráneos. Los tamaños de los lotes varían entre 822 m2 y 1425.84 m2.
estre. Tamaño del lote aproximadamente 3,918 pies2.
From/Desde $180,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1925-00014
$89,990 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1905~00028
LAGUNA HILLS. Nice ocean views from this 12021.34 sq ft lot located QUERENCIA LOTS. 2 great lots in Querencia with gorgeous views to the
within the gated community of Laguna Hills. Only minutes from the new Marina Golf course. Lot 33 Block 19 is 5044.59 sq mt and Lot 31 Block 19 is 6453.54
at Puerto Los Cabos and downtown San Jose./ Bonitas vistas al mar desde sq mt. / 2 buenos lotes en Querencia con magníficas vistas al campo de
este lote de 12,021.34 pies2 ubicado dentro de la comunidad privada de golf. Lote 33 Manzana 19 tiene 5,044.59 m2 y Lote 31 Manzana 19 tiene
Laguna Hills. A sólo minutos de la nueva marina en Puerto Los Cabos y 6,453.54 m2.
del centro de San José.
$475,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1904-00026
$250,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1925-00029
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PALMILLA NORTE LOT. Last lot in this exclusive gated community. LA BAMBA UNITS, Magisterial. Two 1 bed, 1 bath units with a
40,000 sq.ft., facing the ocean hole of Nicklaus designed golf course, fabulous great location in the residential area of San Jose. These units come fully fur-
views of the fairway, mountains and the ocean. Includes house plans / Único nished and are in great shape. Parking pool available. / Dos unidades de 1
lote en este exclusivo fraccionamiento. 3,761 m2, ubicado frente al campo recámara y 1 baño con una gran ubicación en el área residencial de San
de golf diseñado por Jack Nicklaus, con hermosas vistas al fairway, las José. Estas unidades vienen totalmente amuebladas y están en muy bue-
montañas y el mar. Incluye plano arquitectónico. nas condiciones. Estacionamiento y alberca disponibles.
$1’995,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1925-00017 $125,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1905-00031
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24. SAN JOSE DEL CABO
LOMA DORADA CONDO. 3 bedroom condominium located in a LAS LOMAS VILLAS. 3 beds, 2.5 baths house, with views of the
nice, secure gated community, perfect for a family with small kids. Common sea from master bedroom. The house includes bodega, pergola, patio, appli-
area with pool and palapa. / Bonito condominio de 3 recámaras ubicado en ances, common area pool, 24 hour gated community, landscaped./ Casa con
un conjunto cerrado. Perfecto para una familia con niños. Área común 3 recámaras, 2.5 baños, con vistas al mar desde la recámara principal.
con alberca y palapa. Incluye bodega, pergola, patio, aplicaccciones, área común con alberca,
comunidad bardeada con puerta cerrada las 24 horas, jardines.
$160,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1925-00030
From/Desde $210,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1923-00029
VISTA COLORADA CONDO. 3 bedrooms, located in a secure gated ALEGRANZA CONDOS. More 2 and 3 bed, 2 and 3 bath condos and
community. It is furnished, stainless steel appliances, mini split units, closets penthouses available in this exclusive gated community, offering magnificent
and blinds. Parking for 2 cars. Common areas with pool./ 3 recámaras ubicado views to the Sea of Cortez, golf fairways, the estuary and the desert, within
en un conjunto cerrado. Amueblado, aparatos domésticos de acero inox- walking distance to the beach, golf course and the historic downtown./ Con-
dominios y penthouses de 2 y 3 recamaras y 2 y 3 baños, conjunto bardea-
idable, unidades de A/C mini split, closets y persianas. Estacionamiento
do, con magnifica vista al Mar, campo de golf, estero y desierto, a distncia
para 2 autos. Área común con alberca. corta para caminar a la playa, centro historico y campo de golf.
$229,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1925-00032 From/Desde $540,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 2301-00018
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CARACOL 103, Casa del Mar. 2 beds, 2 bath, a fully furnished condo CASA CARMEN, Laguna Hills. Soon to be finished one story home.
Features include a large terrace with hot tub and ocean views, lush gardens, Spa, Features 4 beds and 4.5 baths, in this continuously growing residential commu-
Gym, Restaurants and Beach Club./ Condominio totalmente amueblado de 2 nity./ Casas por terminar, de una sola planta. 4 habitaciones, 4.5 baños en
recámaras y 2 baños. Cuenta con una terraza grande con Jacuzzi y vistas una zona en continuo desarrollo.
al mar. Jardines maduros, spa, gimnasio, restaurantes y club de playa. $969,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1941-00004
$699,000 USD Los Cabos MLS # 1923-00017
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25. Beautiful, exotic
and magical México.
A place like no other
T
here are many places in the world where we on October 8, 1974. That year the first trans-peninsular road was
would like to visit or even live. But there is only completed, followed by the airport and… you know the rest.
one place that uniquely unites an incredible his- Beautiful but remote Baja came within reach and in the last two
tory, natural wealth, inspiring flora and fauna, decades it has become the most rapidly developing area in all of
colorful culture and opportunities to live your life Mexico. Once a fisherman’s dream, beautiful, exotic and mystical
fully. Experience the free spirit of Mexico in Baja. Baja is now a unique place in the world, never to tire us.
It was the daunting combination of arid earth, the scarcity of Some of the amazing facts about Baja (and only a few of the
water and the natives’ hostility towards the Spaniards who were reasons we love it):
searching for pearls and land that made the colonization of Baja
• The extreme desert conditions of Baja have produced thousands
California Sur so extremely difficult. Baja’s first inhabitants are
of endemic species of plants and animal life found nowhere else
thought to have reached the peninsula at least 11,000 years ago.
in the world.
Around 1,700 BC, four different ethno linguistic groups were pres-
• El Vizcaino Desert with an average annual rainfall of 5 cm (2 in)
ent: the Pericú, the Guayacura, the Monqui and the Cochimí. You
is the largest wildlife refuge in all of Latin America and certainly
can still catch some of their spirit in caves at Cueva de Palma, San
the most diverse.
Gregorio, Sierra de San Francisco and Sierra de Guadalupe.
• Baja California Sur, bordered by two seas, has the longest coast-
The European discovery of Baja was directed by Fortún Ximé- line of all of Mexico’s states: more than 2,000 km (1,243 miles).
nez, Hernán Cortés and others, in the 1530s. Over the next century • Baja features more islands than any other Mexican state.
and a half many explorers and pearl hunters came, but had no Although most of the islands are located in the Sea of Cortez,
lasting impact until the late 17th century, when a mission in Loreto the largest one is Margarita Island, on the Pacific side.
was established. In 1768, the Franciscans took over the control of • The Sea of Cortez is the most biologically rich body of water on
Baja, and in 1773, the Dominicans. Their influence had a significant earth. So much in fact, that Jacques Cousteau proclaimed it “the
effect in decreasing the indigenous population. World’s Aquarium” .
After Mexico’s War of Independence (1810-1821), Baja was • The cardón cactus, the world’s largest species of cactus, grows in
divided into four municipalities. Loreto, the oldest settlement Baja. It can reach heights of 21 m (70 feet).
in the region, served as the capital until 1830, when heavy rains • Every year from mid-December to mid-April, hundreds of gray
destroyed the city and forced the government to move to La Paz. whales arrive off the coast of BCS from the Alaska shores. Whale-
The territories of Baja California Sur and Baja California were for- watchers are proud to see whales jumping up to 40 feet in the air.
mally established in 1888, and Baja California Sur became a state
24 ESCAPES
26. México lindo,
exótico, místico.
Un lugar como ningún otro
H
ay muchos lugares en el mundo que deseamos la primera carretera transpeninsular, seguida del aeropuerto… y
ver, visitar o hasta vivir en ellos. Pero sólo existe usted ya conoce el resto. La hermosa pero a la vez remota Baja
un lugar tan único que conjunta una historia estuvo entonces al alcance de muchos y en las últimas dos déca-
fascinante, una naturaleza llena de riqueza, una das se ha convertido en la zona de más rápido desarrollo en todo
flora y fauna que inspiran, una cultura llena de México. Antes un sitio de ensueño para pescadores, la hermosa,
color y oportunidades para vivir una vida al máximo. Dis- exótica y mística Baja ahora es uno de los lugares más especiales
frute del ambiente relajado al estilo mexicano en la Baja. en el mundo, del cual nunca nos podremos cansar.
La combinación de tierras áridas, la escasez de agua y el rechazo Algunos de los increíbles datos de la Baja (y sólo algunas de
de los nativos hacia los españoles que buscaban parcelas fértiles y las razones por las que nos gusta tanto):
valiosas perlas en la península, fue lo que hizo tan difícil la coloni-
zación de Baja California Sur. Se estima que los primeros habitan- • Condiciones extremas de desierto en la Baja han producido
tes llegaron a la península hace por lo menos 11,000 años. Alred- miles de especies endémicas de flora y fauna las cuales no se
edor del año 1700 A.C. se encontraban cuatro diferentes grupos pueden encontrar en ninguna otra parte del mundo.
étnico-lingüísticos: los Pericúes, los Guayacuras, los Monqui y los • El Desierto del Vizcaíno con un promedio de lluvia al año de 5
Cochimíes. Usted todavía puede capturar algo de su espíritu en las cm es el refugio más grande de fauna silvestre en toda América
cuevas de Palma, San Gregorio, Sierra de San Francisco y Sierra de Latina y con toda seguridad el más diverso.
Guadalupe. • Baja California Sur, bordeado por dos mares, tiene la costa más
larga de todos los estados en la República Mexicana con más
El descubrimiento europeo de la Baja ocurrió alrededor del año de 2,000 km.
1530, por Fortún Ximénez, Hernán Cortés y otros. En el transcurso • La Baja cuenta con más islas que cualquier otro estado en
del siguiente siglo y medio muchos exploradores y cazadores de México. Aun cuando la mayoría de estas islas se encuentran en
perlas llegaron, pero no tuvieron un impacto duradero hasta fina- el Mar de Cortés, la más grande, la Isla Margarita, está en el lado
les del siglo XVII, cuando una misión fue establecida en Loreto. del Pacífico.
Más tarde, en 1768, los franciscanos tomaron el control de Baja y • El Mar de Cortés es el cuerpo de agua biológicamente más rico
en 1773 los dominicos. Su influencia tuvo un efecto significativo en el mundo. Tanto así que Jacques Cousteau lo llamó “El Acu-
para la reducción de la población indígena. ario del Mundo” .
Después de la Guerra de la Independencia (1810-1821), la Baja • El cactus tipo cardón, la especie de cactus de mayor tamaño en
fue dividida en cuatro municipios. Loreto, el más antiguo pueblo el mundo, crece en la Baja. Puede alcanzar una altura de 21m.
de la región, sirvió como la capital hasta 1830, cuando fuertes llu- • Cada año, de mediados de Diciembre a mediados de Abril, cien-
vias destruyeron la ciudad y forzaron a que el gobierno se mov- tos de ballenas grises llegan a las costas de BCS provenientes de
iera a La Paz. Los territorios de Baja California Sur y Baja California las costas de Alaska. Las personas que gustan realizar el avista-
fueron formalmente establecidos en 1888, y Baja California Sur se miento de ballenas, muestran gran admiración al ver ballenas
convirtió en estado el 8 de Octubre de 1974. Ese año se terminó que saltan hasta 12 metros en el aire.
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