One of the best things about a vacation is staying up . . . as late as you like. In Los Cabos nightlife is contagious, so you may be awake a lot longer than you thought. Here, hedonism abounds and variety is the name of the game. For those who like to party, Cabo San Lucas has something for everyone. Down the road in San Jose del Cabo, the mood may be less rowdy but there's still plenty of good times to be had.

The night starts with sunset and for some, it's the most magical time. While sunset may be viewed from any number of bars and restaurants in Los Cabos, for diehards, western facing vantagepoints are a must. Solmar Suites, Terra Sol Resort and Casa Grande all on the Pacific, have casual oceanfront bars with snacks and wandering Mariachis. Here, it feels like the edge of the world, as the tangerine sun sizzles into the liquid Pacific. Up above, perched on the craggy cliffside, is the Hotel Finisterra's Whale Watcher Bar with good drinks and appetizers. On the other side of Bahia San Lucas, a few miles outside of town, upscale Da Giorgio is unbeatable for sunsets. A popular restaurant, they will also accommodate guests for drinks and snacks. Da Giorgio is perched cliffside overlooking the arch and the bay and is more formal than most places in Los Cabos; you may want to dress up a bit. Many weddings and receptions are held here and reservations are recommended if you're staying for dinner. To catch the sunset, make sure to arrive by 5 p.m. on winter nights. Bring a wrap, it can be cool on the multi-level terraces. From this side of the bay, the sun sets behind the spine of Land's End in the winter months, painting the sky a vivid fuchsia. (article continues...)