There’s a reason why this special property became home to one of Cabo’s first hotels. It tops the list of Mexico’s most spectacular settings — the mountains, arroyos, and Blue Flag beaches tell a story that spoke to Twin Dolphin. So we’ve honored the land by collaborating with it, taking an environmentally sustainable approach in all we do, and members of our community get to enjoy the story we’re telling together.
Sustainable Efforts at Twin Dolphin
The Twin Dolphin master plan’s single owner-developer, Ohana Real Estate Investors
, put sustainability and conservation at the forefront of the community’s design. Using thought-leading sustainable systems, Twin Dolphin Club works to minimize its carbon footprint and reliance on municipalities. Built environments are positioned to fold seamlessly into the natural landscape, smart systems and natural cooling techniques work to conserve energy, and an onsite plant nursery — established prior to grading the entire site — has preserved more than 40,000 plants on the property.
Click each blue dot to learn more about our sustainable initiatives.
Solar Energy with Tesla
Twin Dolphin’s new energy system leverages Tesla solar panels and battery energy storage systems to provide clean energy and back-up power throughout the master-planned community, allowing it to run completely off-grid upon completion. Tesla Powerhub’s monitoring platform also manages and optimizes energy use and help inform future decisions via data tracking.
History
Twin Dolphin Club’s sprawling expanse was once home to the former iconic Hotel Twin Dolphin, one of the first luxury hotels in all of Los Cabos. Opened in 1977 by Texas oilman, David J. Halliburton Sr., Hotel Twin Dolphin was renowned as the finest in seaside luxury and only accessible by private plane or yacht.
This hidden gem soon served as a private hideaway for Hollywood luminaries like Elizabeth Taylor, Sophia Loren, Lucille Ball, Bing Crosby and even John Wayne — who built his own airstrip on what is now Twin Dolphin Club’s Fred Couples Signature golf course. Today, you can still see remnants of the old air strip and feel the spirit of its celebrated past.
Team
At the heart of Twin Dolphin Club is a skilled team committed to delivering meaningful moments upon Baja’s most treasured land. Our team members, each with an instinct for crafting the extraordinary, bring expertise, warmth and trusted companionship to our community.
Armando Guardiola
Managing Director, Twin Dolphin
With a passion and talent for delivering magical family experiences complemented by the utmost in genuine service, Armando Guardiola brings a wealth of knowledge to Twin Dolphin. Prior to joining the team, Armando worked with The Ritz -Carlton for over 20 years, honing his craft while serving properties in Singer Island, Florida; Abaco, Bahamas; Atlanta, Georgia; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Aspen, Colorado.
John Purvis
Chief Financial Officer
John has served as a key leader in the development of the Twin Dolphin master-planned community since 2014. He manages all aspects of the club’s finance function, including financial reporting, planning, treasury management, tax, and accounting. John also oversees all legal matters, human resources, information technology, risk management, HOA administration, and serves as the lead legal representative managing key internal and external relationships.
Eric Romero
Head Golf Professional, Twin Dolphin Club
Eric Romero brings with him over 15 years of experience and a wealth of knowledge working in some of the most exclusive properties in the world. After several years of traveling back and forth from California to Montana, Eric was offered the Head Golf Professional position of Twin Dolphin Club. He has played an integral role in crafting the unique experiences afforded to members of this private club and looks forward to providing his expertise for years to come.
Edson Durantes
Assistant Golf Professional, Twin Dolphin Club
Born and raised in Mexico City, Edson brings with him over 15 years of experience working as a golf professional at Cabo del Sol, Campestre, and Cabo Real. After joining the Maravilla team in 2016, Edson’s dedication and work ethic quickly led him to become Assistant Golf Professional at Twin Dolphin Club. A certified teaching professional awarded his PGA Mexico card in 2019,
Edson is a respected leader and tremendous asset to the Twin Dolphin team.
Nathan Tucker
Project Manager, Design & Construction, Twin Dolphin
Nathan champions the transition of projects from the estimating phase to the field. He supports Ohana’s strategic planning efforts and assists in developing, facilitating and administering long- and short-range construction programs. Nathan also serves as a technical advisor in the formulation of policies, plans and procedures. Prior to Ohana, Nathan held different project manager roles at the Waldorf Astoria Park City as well as the Montage Deer Valley.
Hector Arredondo
Restaurant Manager, Twin Dolphin Club
Hector was born in Mexico City and raised in the nearby village of Texococo, where he was largely influenced by his grandmother’s recipes. After studying Culinary Arts in Mexico City, Hector honed over 20 years of experience working with some of the world’s finest Mexican chefs at elite resorts such as Esperanza and the One&Only Palmilla. With strong leadership skills and a positive attitude, Hector has been integral to achieving Twin Dolphin’s culinary experience.
David Lecona
Executive Chef, Twin Dolphin Club
After attending the Instituto Franco Mexicano DF, Chef David spent two decades pursuing his passion for culinary arts, most recently honing his craft alongside renowned chefs at restaurants in the Los Cabos area such as the distinguished Auberge and One and Only resorts. In 2018, Chef David brought his expertise in authentic local cuisine to Twin Dolphin Club, where he works to artfully elevate the dining experience to be both memorable and pleasing to all palates.
Ruth Trujillo
Sous Chef, Twin Dolphin Club
Growing up on a ranch in Los Altos de Jalisco, Mexico, Ruth's quickly learned the value of seasonal, farm-to-table cooking. After attending the University of La Cienega in Guadalajara, Ruth went on to work alongside various renowned Mexican chefs. She later joined Maravilla and was promoted to Sous Chef at Twin Dolphin Club, where her ambitious attitude, warm smile and unwavering desire to learn and teach has made her a respected and trusted team leader.
Russel Hewitt
Golf Superintendent, Twin Dolphin Club
Russ has overseen Twin Dolphin Club’s golf course from start to finish, and now oversees operations of the golf course and surrounding landscape. With over 20 years of experience in golf maintenance, Russ has had the opportunity to hold positions at some of the world’s most esteemed and exclusive courses. Most recently, Russ worked with Dubai Hills, Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club and Royal Golf Club of Bahrain.
Joe Ward
Vice President, Investments and Asset Management
Joe is responsible for the execution of asset management assignments including product/market strategy, performance monitoring and optimization, capital management, financial planning and reporting. Joe has over 12 years of hotel finance experience with Marriott International and The Ritz-Carlton. Prior to Ohana, Joe held senior leadership roles in several hospitality environments and international markets, including Australia and Southeast Asia.
Neil Johnson
Managing Director, Residential Real Estate
Neil is responsible for business development, representing Ohana’s residential offering with owners, buyers, partners and press. He also represents Ohana as the ownership group in developer sales transactions, sets inventory and pricing, and oversees legal and contracts administration. Neil has a keen understanding of the luxury real estate market, and works closely with the investments and development teams on new opportunities and projects.
Soren Olsen
Managing Director, Sales & Marketing
Soren is an integral member of the sales team focused on Maravilla Los Cabos. Her responsibilities include implementing and executing sales strategies, developing and maintaining affluent client and broker relationships, and managing sales team members to deliver sales results. Prior to her career with Ohana, Soren was on the residential sales team for Montage Beverly Hills and, earlier, the Corporate Finance team at Dewey & LeBoeuf, LLP.
Marco Ortlam
General Manager, Montage Los Cabos
With more than 23 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Marco previously worked as the General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands—a role that positioned him as a strategic business leader. Prior, Marco served as Hotel Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun, where he contributed to the resort earning a coveted Five Star Award from Forbes Travel Guide while maintaining its long-running Five Diamond status from AAA.