< Previous78 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Living your best life Los Cabos is one of the few places in the world where the dunes of the desert meet the waves of the ocean. Drawing inspiration from Baja’s unique lifestyle and diversity of offerings, Blue Desert’s luxury villa rental and real estate was born. @BLUEDESERTCABO F OUNDED on the principle of creating cultivated experiences, Blue Desert is the ultimate destination with services and amenities designed to meet your every need. From the pristine beaches and panoramic ocean views to the private chefs and concierge services tailor- made for you, Blue Desert Cabo Luxury Villas are for those who value quality interactions and love the awe-inspiring feeling of discovery. As a frequent traveler to the Los Cabos region, attorney and Blue Desert founder Sean McClenahan discovered a love for the location with a deep and robust local culture. Inspired to combine his passion for real estate and world-class service, McClenahan partnered with local property manager of 12 years Juan Ramon Guevara to create Blue Desert, where the possibilities for elevated experiences are only limited to how big you want to dream. Since 2007, founders McClenahan and Guevara have been catering to discerning travelers in the Los Cabos region, experiencing all that this unique region has to offer. With over 10 years in luxury hospitality, and more than 20 years of traveling to Mexico, the Blue Desert team has a commitment to sophistication, elegance and excellence. With a collection of oceanfront properties and an extensive list of services and amenities to choose from, designing luxury getaways with endless possibilities are at the center of the Blue Desert philosophy. Whether you’re looking to plan a wedding, host a memorable family event, or spend the day experiencing everything that makes Los Cabos the ultimate destination, the best-in-class team is ready to curate a custom, elevated itinerary for you. Blue Desert highlights the best that Los Cabos has to offer, masters the details and shares with you the experiences that we live for. View the properties and book your stay at bluedesertcabo.com. @azfoothills #azfoothills 79 LEFT: SEAN MCCLENAHAN, FOUNDER; RIGHT: JUAN RAMON GUEVARA, FOUNDER80 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Know Before You Go: MEDICAL CARE IN MEXICO BY SUZANNE KOCH When traveling out of the country, health care can be a foreign subject. While we hope your vacation is full of sunshine and margaritas, getting sick can happen. had the chance to ask all these questions and more when we talked Located in San Jose del Cabo, the state-of-the-art hospital offers a slew of medical services and round-the-clock care. Keep reading for answers to all your questions, so you can visit Mexico with total peace of mind. If travelers are injured or get sick at a resort or rental they are staying at, what should they do? help, they can ask for the support of the staff at the resort, but it’s part of the country, look for a private hospital. Ask locals for reviews. What about if they are not at a resort or rental, but off property? They have the right to choose their hospital, and they can demand What happens when foreigners visit a hospital in Mexico? Is the process similar to the U.S.? It is different. In Mexico, the patients are responsible for the bill that has to be fully covered before discharge. It has to be paid either by the patient or the insurance company. Most hospitals work with international insurance. However, it is the patient’s responsibility to make sure they have an insurance that covers them in Mexico. @azfoothills #azfoothills 81 the patient needs to be hospitalized at least 24 hours. Otherwise, the patient is responsible for the charges at the hospital and then can be reimbursed afterwards. Are there any things travelers can do prior to their visit to better prepare in case of a medical emergency? Make sure to have travel insurance or an insurance that covers out of your country. Do research on the available hospitals or medical services Do you have any tips for preventing illness while traveling? We suggest to not drink tap water, just bottled water and don’t eat in the street. Wash your hands, use mosquito repellent to avoid dengue or similar viral diseases transmitted by mosquito bites. Always wear a diseases. What is Mexico’s emergency phone number? Mexico’s emergency phone number is 911, but we highly recommend TO LEARN MORE 82 AZFOOTHILLS.COM WHA T A L OOKER . … Style In Hot Water If sexy swimwear isn’t your first priority during a Los Cabos escape, you’re doing it wrong. Photography by Jesse Allen and Pixie Bella Allen. Hair and makeup by Beauty Marked by B & C. Start Me Up suede underwire bra top in yellow suede, $123. Start Me Up twisted-side bottom in yellow suede, $110. monicahansenbeachwear.com. Vanessa Mooney cross necklace. vanessamooney.com. Ten Wilde assorted jewelry. tenwilde.com. @azfoothills #azfoothills 83 Summer Made Simple Kids Eat Free!* For reservations, visit www.hyattregencyscottsdale.com. HYATT REGENCY SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA AT GAINEY RANCH 7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd | Scottsdale, AZ, 85258 For a summer that needs no planning…join us for carefree days, blue skies, sunshine and fun-filled activities. Our 2.5 acre water playground provides everything you need for daytime fun…a white sand beach, ten pools, three-story waterslide, poolside activities and by night, Dive-in movies and Cosmic Nights. There’s no need to leave the resort, as kids eat dinner free and play free golf with a paying adult. As nightfall comes to the desert, relax in Center Stage Bar with spectacular views of the McDowell Mountains, cascading fountains and live nightly entertainment. It’s that simple! Rates from $139 per night The only plan you need to make this summer is to book your stay at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa, using offer code SIMPLE! *Free dinner for kids ages 12 and under, includes one free dinner from Kids Menu in SWB or Alto with each paying adult. Rate not including tax and $40 resort fee, includes self-parking. Offer valid 5/28/19—8/29/19 at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa. Lowest rates available July/August mid-week. Offer not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Rate is per room per night based on single or double occupancy. Additional charges may apply to upgrades. Maximum 4 people per room. Blackout periods may apply due to season or special events. Some activities are only offered on weekends. Kids Play Free Golf Offer is one round for one child 18 or under with each paying adult at Gainey Ranch Golf Club. Additional Terms & Conditions on www.hyattregencyscottsdale.com. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this program at any time without notice. HYATT, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and Hyatt Regency names, designs and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. © 2019 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.84 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Style: Beauty Laidback Makeup Take a vacation from gunky brushes and high- maintenance makeup on your next trip with the high-grade, anti-microbial PRIMALUX VELVET CRUSH COLLECTION of microfiber sponges. These little guys are softer than soft, hypoallergenic, vegan and cruelty-free, and each one takes the place of foundation, blush, concealer and powder brushes in your travel bag. Our favorite vacay routine: using a damp sponge, cover trouble spots using concealer and the pointed tip, then add cream blush and bronzer with the widest part for a dewy glow. Pat, pat, pat for a seamless finish. Add waterproof mascara, and it's cocktail time. $25 for three. primaluxbeauty.com. –Claire PerkinsSend them on an epic adventure86 AZFOOTHILLS.COM South ofthe border The Mexico sun isn’t the only thing sizzling this summer. Photography by Jesse Allen and Pixie Bella Allen. Hair and makeup by Beauty Marked by B & C. @azfoothills #azfoothills 87 Bardot spaghetti-strap one-piece in lavender suede, $185. monicahansenbeachwear.com. Wonderwest Style boots. wonderweststyle.com. Ten Wilde assorted jewelry. tenwilde.com.Next >