In La Paz, on the Sea of Cortez, this incredibly stunning cove is shallow, calm, and perfect for paddle boarding, swimming, and snorkeling.

A small, crescent-shaped beach protected by rocks and lined with palm trees between Pescadero and Punta Lobos.

If the beach in San Jose isn't quiet enough, head north to bask in the sun and sand dunes or comb the shoreline for shells. 

There is excellent surfing in Todos Santos. Playa Cerritos is an especially great spot to hit the waves, swim and snorkel. Rent a board or arrange a lesson from Mario Surf School.

For solitude, sunning, strolling, and shell collecting, pitch an umbrella into the sand at Pescadero or Punta Lobos, but don't plan on swimming at these beaches, as the undertow is strong.

A farming community (farm stand, restaurant, culinary cottages, spa) in the foothills of the Sierra de Laguna Mountains just outside of San Jose is pure magic. Arriving at the farm, visitors encounter a series of concrete buildings shaded by palm trees include a small art gallery and boutiques selling everything from Mexican crafts and locally made soaps to James Perse T-shirts. Visitors can sign up for cooking classes, plein air painting class, massages, and meals of the organic-humane-hormone-free variety.