Luis Humberto Araiza López, Secretary of Tourism, Economy and Sustainability (SETUES) made a virtual delivery of two new “H” Badges and sixty endorsements to Grupo Pueblo Bonito in Cabo San Lucas, indicating that said certificate granted by the Federal Tourism Secretariat gives certainty and confidence to tourists about the quality and cleanliness of the food and beverage preparation processes, since they have the NMX-F-605-NORMEX Standard imposed on all companies in compliance with hygiene controls.

“Given the new challenges that the Coronavirus pandemic imposes on the tourism industry, the issue of hygiene and safety becomes more important; as they are essential elements for the successful restoration of the entire sector, ”said the secretary in this regard.

Luis Humberto Araiza highlighted the deep interest that the State Government has in recovering tourist activity since it is the main economic engine and the largest source of jobs in the entity, therefore, he indicated that through SETUES this type will continue to be promoted incentives so that companies are strengthened and able to compete in the international market despite the new normality since Baja California Sur is among the ten destinations with the most certifications.

The secretary took the opportunity to congratulate Grupo Pueblo Bonito for the great commitment shown in terms of hygiene and quality as well as joining efforts to achieve the "Clean Point" quality seal by certifying 600 companies in this administration.

Due to its privileged place between the sea and the desert, Los Cabos has managed to be a paradise full of tourist attractions that stand out for the experience of enjoying its multicultural wealth and beautiful landscapes. Los Cabos has been classified as a unique destination committed to respecting the environment and recognized due to the good use of its resources and the good treatment nature receives from those who come into contact with it.

Even in the midst of the crisis caused by the pandemic, Los Cabos has been chosen to win three new “Blue Flag” recognitions, positioning it as a leading destination in Mexico, with 22 of its beaches certified with this distinctive.

The beaches of Los Cabos have gone through a strict protocol to qualify as the best within the quality standards imposed by state authorities to prevent the spread of Covid 19 and safeguard the health and well-being of its inhabitants, a fact that has allowed its opening is authorized respecting as always the new habits of health prevention such as keeping a healthy distance, respecting the 30% capacity allowed and the schedules established by the state government.

The list of certified beaches are:

•        Acapulquito
•        Playa Chileno
•        Corsario
•        Hacienda
•        Las Viudas
•        Palmilla
•        Santa María
•        La Ribera
•        Médano Breathless
•        Médano Casa Dorada
•        Médano Club Cascadas de Baja
•        Médano ME Cabo
•        Médano Pueblo Bonito Cabos
•        Médano Pueblo Bonito Rose
•        Médano Riu Palace Los Cabos
•        Médano Riu Santa Fe
•        Médano Villa del Palmar
•        Médano Villa del Arco
•        Médano Villa la Estancia
•        La Gaviota
•        El Surgidero
•        Monumentos

Due to the different ecosystems that nurture the identity of Los Cabos, tourists generate a genuine bond of belonging with nature, which has created endless activities of relaxation and fun, but also care, information and research on environmental phenomena and the Biodiversity that characterizes it, generating a great connection between the destination and its visitors.

The hard work done in Los Cabos, as well as the cooperation of its inhabitants to maintain it as a healthy, clean and alive destination has paid off and is ultimately a destination committed to the environment and the safety of its visitors and inhabitants.

* With information from Llorente / Fiturca

From July 14 to 18 of this year, personnel from the Mexican Institute of Normalization and Certification A.C. (IMNC) visited the Santa María, El Chileno, Palmilla, Las Viudas and Acapulquito beaches in the municipality of Los Cabos for their evaluation, resulting in exceptional ratings, with Playa El Chileno being the highest rated since it is at level 3 in the criteria of the NMX-AA-120-SCFI-2016 Standard, this being the highest level of its kind, pointing out that it has raised its quality standards in both cleaning and services. The other beaches are on level two.

The evaluations were carried out in the company of collaborators from the Municipal Coordination of the Federal Terrestrial Maritime Zone in Los Cabos (ZOFEMAT), under the guidelines of the norm that establishes the requirements and specifications for the sustainability of beach quality, such as: quality water, solid waste, infrastructure, security, services and noise pollution.

Finally, the work carried out daily by the ZOFEMAT Los Cabos team has been recognized with the aim of ensuring that the beaches are in optimal conditions for the enjoyment of tourists and locals.

Luis Humberto Araiza López, Secretary of Tourism, Economy and Sustainability (SETUES) and President of the Union of Secretaries of Mexico (ASETUR), participated in the national presentation of the first Digital Tourism Tianguis, bringing together the main leaders of the industry. Said event will take place.

Thanks to this new digital edition of the Tourist Tianguis, it will be possible to maintain the presence of tourist activities in the main markets using a new modality through a new platform that will have the same spaces as the Traditional Tianguis, with exhibition rooms, regional stands and advertising space.

Luis Humberto Araiza López recognizes that this new form of participation has built a new experience to commercialize the natural and cultural wealth of tourist destinations in Mexico, being Baja California Sur a participant in this great meeting using new technologies and digital communication.

 “With this new digital edition, we are sending a powerful message to our markets and partners: Mexican tourism is on its feet, we are ready to continue conquering the world with our natural beauties, historical and cultural heritage; as well as with the quality and hospitality that characterizes us ”, finished Luis Araiza.