City history
A historical journey through the transformation of Cabo San Lucas from a remote maritime outpost to a world-class destination.
Chapter one
Earliest documented name
"Unknown"
The area was originally inhabited by the Pericú, a nomadic indigenous group that resided along the coasts of the southern Baja California peninsula.
Saint Luke's Cape
The name was given by Spanish explorers, likely in honor of Saint Luke.
Chapter two
Mexico officially eliminated daylight saving time in most of the country, including the Baja California Sur region.
The transition toward standardized timekeeping to align with national and maritime interests.
Chapter three
The area served as a key hub for whaling and fishing vessels navigating the tip of the Baja peninsula.
The arrival of early travelers began the gradual transition from a maritime economy to a tourism-centric one.
Rapid international growth of luxury resorts and tourism infrastructure transformed the local economy.