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    Heading for Baja? A quick trip through our Travel Section might offer you just the information you need for planning your next adventure into Baja! Although half the fun of visiting Baja is all the unplanned stuff that seems to happen while you're on the way to your next 'scheduled' destination, (I think it was John Lennon who said "life is what happens to us while we are busy making other plans"), some degree of preparation can go a long way towards a more enjoyable Baja journey!

    If you are traveling in Baja and want to keep tabs on where you are or where you are going ... GPS can be your friend! For more information on the GPS Guide for Baja drop by the web site of BAJA GPS GUIDE.

    Need a passport application? CLICK AND PRINT!

    For information on obtaining travel documents for Mexico such as Tourist Cards, boat permits, fishing and hunting licenses check out the web site of MEXICO ADVISORY SERVICES.

    To purchase a good map of the Baja Peninsula visit the web site of MEXICO MAPS.

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    BAJA TRAVEL BASICS

    Every travel destination in the world is unique. To fully enjoy travel in a foreign country, it's nice to know as much as possible about the travel variables before arriving. We have developed this section of BAJA EXPO to provide you with some of the basic information you will need to enjoy your Baja adventure!

    Unlike mainland Mexico, no car deposit is required to drive a car in Baja.

     

    BAJA TOURIST VISA

    On July 1, 1999 the Mexican government implemented the new Tourist Visa and fee system. Despite the grumblings about the wisdom of the program (the money is supposed to be used to promote tourism!), the new system is enforced, and following the rules when you cross the border will help you avoid legal problems as you travel the peninsula. This is a two step system involving obtaining the Tourist Visa and then separately paying the fee later on.

    • BY CAR

      - If you are visiting Baja for less than 72 hours, or are not traveling south of Ensenada or San Felipe, no paperwork is necessary. Just go and have a good time! However, if you are planning on staying longer or going deeper, a Tourist Visa and fee is required. Passports are technically required (but RARELY asked for) below Maneadero, 8 miles south of Ensenada. The Tourist Visa is available at the border, as soon as you cross into Tijuana. This is not the only place to get the visa, but it is pretty convenient, and if you obtain it here, you now have one less thing to worry about as you head south.

      When you cross the border in your vehicle stay in the right lane. As soon as you enter Mexico, stay right and enter the secondary inspection station, and then park your vehicle. When you get out of your vehicle, walk to the west (right) towards the small offices under the flags. Head for the door with the blue and white sign that says "Customs Declaration" in small letters and "AUTOPAGO" in large letters. Go in that door and ask for a tourist card. If that room is unoccupied go out the back door (the office is only about 18 feet wide). Once through the office, and outside turn right. You can now see the Immigration Office about 75 yards in from of you. The sign above the door says "Institute Nacional Migration" in small letters and the initials "INM" in large letters. Walk in the door and ask for a Tourist Visa. A passport or an original/certified birth certificate and a driver's license will be required before the nice man in the uniform will hand you a blank Tourist Card to fill out. It helps if you have your own pen, if not they will provide you with a pen, if they have one. Once you have filled out the Tourist Card, give it back to the man at the counter. He will keep the original, and give you a stamped copy, stapled with a receipt. You are now done with this stage of the Tourist Card process.

      Paying the $180 peso Visa fee is the next step, but there is no hurry to do this. You have 72 hours to go to a bank and pay the fee, which is about $19 U.S. There is a 24 hour bank 2 doors down from the Tourist Card office, Banco Biliao Vizcaya (BBV) that is often open. If you do pay for your Tourist Card fee here, take your receipt back to the office where you first obtained the form. He will shuffle your papers and send you on your way. KEEP THIS TOURIST CARD IN A SAFE PLACE! You may be asked for it during your visit down the Peninsula. If this bank is not open don't worry. Other banks in Baja are usually open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and if you bring your Tourist Card to the teller at the bank, they will take your money, give you a receipt for your transaction, and staple a receipt for the $180 pesos to your Visa. Although they may accept U.S. dollars for this visa at the border area banks, be prepared to pay this fee with pesos if you decide to pay further down into Baja. The good news? Once your Visa fee has been paid, it is good for six months!

      For more information visit the TOURIST CARD section of Mexico Expo.

       

    • BY PLANE

      - Most airlines require passengers to provide them with a passport or a driver's license and an original (or certified) birth certificate before they will give you a boarding pass. Once on the plane, they will provide you with a Tourist Card to complete (both the top and bottom of the card must be filled out), which must be given to the busy man with the badge at the airport immigration desk when you land. The fee for this card is generally included in the airline ticket price. Be sure to keep and save the stamped lower copy he returns to you. You'll need this to get back on the plane on the way home.

       

    CULTURAL ISSUES

    To make your trip to Baja more enjoyable, it helps to know a little bit more about the Mexican culture. Above all, it is always a good idea to remember that you are a guest in another country. That's right, Toto, you are not in Kansas anymore!

    • SLOW DOWN - The people in Baja are, for the most part, on a much slower pace than most of those who visit. Expect a slower pace when dealing with people and services in Baja, and try to understand that your faster pace is hard for the people of Baja to understand. In Baja, manana is a way of life.

       

    • BAJA LOVES KIDS! - The people of Baja are warm and friendly, and very family oriented. If you are bringing kids to Baja, they will be welcomed with open arms. Like most places on the planet, undisciplined kids are not appreciated (although as a courtesy they will probably be tolerated). Kids traveling to Baja with only one parent must have a signed letter of permission from the parent who stayed home.

       

    • DON'T SHOW ME THE MONEY - Although 'well off' by Mexican standards, the people of Baja are not as affluent as most of the tourists who visit their wonderful peninsula. You may garner the attention you need back at home with flashy clothing, jewelry, and impressive talk, but try your best to leave that drama behind when you go to Baja. You don't need to impress these folks...they were impressed with Americans long before you showed up. Try to be humble and gracious, you'll get further. Remember, unlike many cultures, most of the people in Baja are not out to make a million dollars. They are just trying to make a decent living.

       

    CURRENCY

    Although the official currency of Baja is the Mexican peso, it is now possible to spend an entire vacation in Baja without spending a single centavo. U.S. dollars are accepted almost everywhere, in fact, they are often preferred. Large bills such as $50's and $100's can be tough to break in most parts of Baja, so load up on $1's, $5's, $10's and $20's. Businesses in the larger towns often accept credit cards, usually Master Card and Visa.

    For more information vist the PAYING WITH PESOS section of Mexico Expo.

     

    DRIVING IN BAJA

    Driving in Baja is a great experience, especially if you are aware of these basic driving tips.

    • BE INSURED - Unlike the United States, if you are in an accident in Mexico you are considered guilty until proven innocent. Having current liability insurance is relatively inexpensive, and will buy you plenty of piece of mind (and keep you out of jail) in case things go sideways.

       

    • ROAD CONDITIONS - Aside from Baja Highway One in the extreme north (Tijuana to Ensenada) and in the extreme south (San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas) most of Baja Highway One is a narrow two lane road. The width runs from 12 to 14 feet on each side, which does not allow a heck of a lot of room for error. Throw in a few moderate pot holes, and there you have it. Driving at high speeds is risky.

       

    • WATCH FOR LIVESTOCK - You name it...cows, burros, goats, dogs...they are all out there on the highway waiting to play a little game of 'fender-tag' with your car. Keeping a sharp eye ahead of you can save you lots of aggravation. Once ol' Bessy's big brown eyes are looking at you from the hood of your car it's too late.

       

    • MILITARY STOPS - Expect them and appreciate the reasons for them. Mexico is trying to show good faith in the drug transportation war, and the inconvenience of these infrequent drug inspection stations are a small price to pay for a big problem. You are usually delayed no more than a few minutes. They may or may not search your car. But assuming you have no drugs, guns, or amo, you'll be on your way in a jiffy. Giving these young uniformed kids a cold soda or candy is always appreciated.

       

    • NIGHT DRIVING - The only thing less safe than driving the Baja Highway too fast is driving the Baja Highway too fast at night. Because of the limited visibility, reaction time to stuff on a dark road (debris, livestock, parked cars, etc.) the likelihood of getting in trouble on the road increases significantly at night. A conservative view is not to drive at night in Baja. A more realistic view is to drive slow, be aware of what lies ahead, and don't drive when tired or drunk.

       

    • SPECIAL DRIVING TIPS - An understanding of a couple of driving tips will help your Baja drive more enjoyable and safe! (1) When driving on Baja's main roads, if you are stuck behind a slow local vehicle, most Mexican drivers will try to help with the process of having you pass them. When the coast is clear for passing, the driver of the slower vehicle will often turn on his left turn signal, to inform you that it is okay to pass. It is important to note two issues with regards to this Baja courtesy. First, remember that you (the driver of the vehicle that wishes to pass) are ultimately responsible for whatever may happen during this passing process (such as an unseen oncoming vehicle!). It is also important to be sure that the driver you are trying to pass is not preparing to turn left! On the open highway, this is not likely, but always a possibility. (2) Another hot tip when driving the Baja roads is upcoming road hazards. A person standing on the road lowering his hand towards the pavement repeatedly is trying to tell drivers to slow down for some particular road issue ahead.

       

    HEALTH ISSUES

    Drinking the water in Baja is not nearly the problem it is on the west coast of mainland Mexico. Much of Baja's water comes from pure underground aquifers, and has little opportunity to become tainted before it makes it to the tap. For good measure, many hotels and restaurants provide purification systems for their water. Although a mild version of 'touristas' is possible to visitors with sensitive stomachs, most of the Gringos who get sick bring it on by drinking too much, getting too much sun and too little sleep, and generally pushing their bodies to the edge.

     

    LANGUAGE ISSUES

    You don't speak Spanish? No problema! Most of the service people you will meet in Baja speak a descend amount of English, out of necessity. If you speak a little Spanish, it's always nice to try to meet these folks half way with your 'Spanglish'!

     

    LEGAL ISSUES

    If you have any anxieties about getting into trouble with the law in Baja, relax. It's pretty easy to stay legal in Baja, and still have a great time. Key issues to avoid include no guns or rifles (not even ammunition), no hard or soft drugs (no, not even a joint...why take the chance?), no getting naked or making love on a public beach (this is not 'Gone with the Wind- take it back to the hotel!), no fighting (or making a scene in public), etc. And if you are driving from Baja California (northern Baja) to Baja California Sur (southern Baja) don't even think about crossing the state line with fruits or vegetables. Leave your mangos at home!

     

    TIME ZONES

    Baja California (northern Baja) is on Pacific Standard Time, same as California, Oregon, Washington etc. Baja California Sur (southern Baja) is on Mountain Time, same as Arizona, Colorado, etc. When preparing to catch your flight home, be sure you are looking at the local time!

     

    WEATHER

    The weather in Baja is generally very nice. With just a few exceptions, most of Baja is a great vacation destination 12 months of the year.

    • NORTHERN BAJA - The northern tourist zones share a very similar climate to that of Southern California, generally nice in the day and a bit cool in the evenings. The exception in northern Baja is the areas near San Felipe, where it can get very hot in the summer.

       

    • SOUTHERN BAJA (the state of Baja California Sur) - Tends to get warmer the further south you go. The bottom of Baja is actually in the Tropics, offering wonderful weather year round, except for some hot weather in July and August. Because it is in the Tropics, there is a small chance of hurricane activity (chubascos) from early July through early October.

    For more information vist the WEATHER section of Mexico Expo.

     


    OTHER BAJA DESTINATIONS

    The 24 most popular Baja destinations are listed on the home page of BAJA EXPO. However, there are many additional destinations throughout this magnificent Peninsula that are unique and special. In this section, we share some of these out-of-the-way locations, and some basic information about each one.

    Drop by BAJA NATIONAL PARKS and BAJA MISSIONS for more ideas!

     

    OTHER BAJA DESTINATIONS!

     

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    MAPS

    One of the great things about Baja is it's simplicity! Driving the Peninsula from top to bottom involves taking only one road, Baja Highway One. Various paved side excursions are available to tasty destinations such as Tecate, San Felipe and Todos Santos, and many unpaved spur roads entice the Baja traveler headed south.

    There probably isn't a better over-all map to bring along on a Baja road trip than the Auto Club Baja map, although caution must be urged not to take any map too seriously in Baja. Some roads die from lack of use, others are created to accommodate new flows in local traffic. When in doubt, stop and ask a local. They're usually happy to help whatever knowledge they may have about current road conditions and directions. Be advised, however, sometimes even the locals don't have a clue!

    To purchase a good map of the Baja Peninsula visit the web site of MEXICO MAPS.

    More more information on how to find your way around Baja, check out BAJA GPS GUIDE. The best way to avoid getting lost in Baja!

     

    MAP OF BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO

     

    • BAJA WALL MAP - BAJA SOURCE

      Telephone (619) 442-7061.
      1945 Dehesa Road, El Cajon, Ca., 92019.
      Large wall maps of Baja, sturdy paper or laminated!

       

    • DON PTTS THE MAP MAN

      Telephone (888) 773-3131.
      Fax (562) 921-4711.
      E-Mail: bajamap@aol.com.
      Post Office Box 189003-007, Coronado, California, 92178-9003.
      Looking for a good map of Baja? This is the guy to contact! Check out Don's web page for further information.

      BAJA CALIFORNIA MAP OIL PAINTING

      Telephone (619) 216-8035.
      PO Box 210485, Chula Vista, California, 91921.
      16" by 24" rendered oil painting reproduction of the Baja Peninsula, Sea of Cortez and even the west coast of mainland Mexico.
      $19.95.

     

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    MONEY EXCHANGE

    It's always nice to know what the current exchange rate is before heading to Baja. When using U.S. currency in Baja, vendors and services will give you a specific exchange rate for your dollar. The exchange rate is usually a bit less than the rate you might get if you exchanged your dollars directly at a Mexican bank, but it's usually not worth the bother. The link below converts the value of dollars to pesos, and pesos to dollars.

    For a ballpark number to use in determining the value of your dollar for 2001, use the 1 to 10 ratio. Each U.S. dollar is worth something close to 10 pesoes, probably a bit less. Your mileage may vary!

    For more information visit the PAYING WITH PESOS section of Mexico Expo.

    If you want to send MONEY TO BAJA...it's actually pretty easy. Just head for your nearest Western Union office and fill out the "purple" form. The form requests the name, address and phone number of the person you are sending the money to. Western Union needs c-a-s-h on this end of the transaction, make that U.S. dollars to be exact! The money will be sent to the closest bank at the intended destination in a matter of minutes! The charge for this service depends upon the amount of money you are sending, but expect to pay around $25.00 U.S. for the basic service. It's usually worth every penny!

     

    TODAY'S PESO EXCHANGE RATE

     

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    BASIC SPANISH

    A little Spanish goes a long way in Baja! Most Baja locals try their best to speak basic English, and most gringos do a decent job of trying to speak basic Spanish. The resulting 'Spanglish' is usually sufficient to get most ideas across from one party to the next. Still, the more you know the more you will be able to avoid the confusion that often accompanies random interpretation.

    Try the WORD TRANSLATOR for individual words!

    LEARN SPANISH is another fun web site!

     

    BAJA LIFE SPANISH LESSONS

    Just enough Spanish to get you out of (or in to!) trouble.

     

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    STORIES ABOUT BAJA

    (& BAJA PHOTOS)

    If you have an on-line story or photograph about Baja, we'd love to share it with other Baja fans. Just send us an E-Mail!

    STORIES AND PHOTOS ABOUT BAJA

     

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    PHOTOS OF BAJA

    (& BAJA STORIES)

    There is probably more stark beauty and interesting photo opportunities waiting to be captured in Baja than any other remote location on the planet. If you have captured a piece of Baja on film, and currently have it on display on the web, we would love to showcase your work on Baja Expo. Just drop us an E-Mail with the web address!

     

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    TELEPHONES

    Telephone communication in Baja is improving, but "phoning home" or calling to Baja can still be a trying experience. In some on the newer hotels in Cabo San Lucas, phone service is almost the same as calling from the United States and Canada. On the other hand, trying to check your voice mail or answer machine from the outback of Baja can be a very trying experience. Phone service can sometimes be marginal, and sometimes non-existent. In general, the bigger the city you are calling from, the better the telephone service usually is.

    For more information visit the COMMUNICATIONS section of Mexico Expo.

    • CALLING FROM MEXICO

      Many tourist areas feature telephones in very convenient locations near popular hotels and restaurants with the blue and white sign stating: "Simply Dial O" to reach the U.S. or Canada. True, these phones are easy to use, and they will usually get your call through. However the cost of these convenient phones is usually very steep. That easy going "Baja-buzz" you had going when you made that collect call home turns to a sobering reality when you get the phone bill.

      Most folks have a long distance carrier at home that allow for phone calls from Mexico. These calls tend to be the most reasonably priced, and are almost as easy to make as the more expensive type mentioned above. Before leaving home, it's usually a good idea to make a quick call to your long distance carrier to find out which access number you need to dial from Mexico when calling home.

      STEP ONE - Your first step in preparing to make a phone call from Baja is to buy a pre-paid phone card for sale at markets all throughout Baja for $5.

      STEP TWO - Your next goal when you want to make a phone call is finding a public phone that will handle the type of call you want to make, without the sky-high charges. Look for phones that say "LADATEL" "TELMEX" or "TELNOR". We strongly recommend that you stay away from the phones market "Simply Dial O" unless it's your only hope on making a call.

      STEP THREE - Once you have found a good phone, pick up the receiver and slip your pre-paid phone card in to the slot 'arrow up', as instructed. For AT&T calls from Baja, dial: 001 (800) 462-4240. For Sprint (and Pacific Bell) calls from Baja, dial: 001 (800) 877-8000.

      Once you have accessed your long distance carrier, dial the number you want to call, and when prompted, enter the calling card number from your long distance carrier. That's it!

      For AT&T calls, expect to pay about $4 U.S. for a service charge, plus $2.70 for the first minute and $2.24 for each additional minute. This may sound somewhat expensive, but its a heck of a lot cheaper than those "Simply Dial 0" bandits. Keep it short, tell him or her that you miss them, then get back to the beach!

      The good news is that, if you are only using the Mexican phone card to access your toll-free long distance company, the phone card you bought will not be debited, and you can use this card over and over again!

      For more information on obtaining a telephone card for discounted rates from Mexico check out the web site of MEXCARD

       

    • CALLING INTO MEXICO

      If you are outside of Baja and wish to call someone in Baja (or Mexico) it helps to understand how those 13 digit phone numbers break down. Here is an example:

      Telephone number 011-52 (624) 141-2345.

      "011"   gives the person dialing access to the International telephone dialing system.
      "52"   sends that phone call to the country of Mexico.
      "624"   is the city code for the Los Cabos area.
      "141-2345" is the local phone number.

      Pretty simple, huh? For calls to the state of Baja California (the northern half of the peninsula) the area code is "6". Now go call someone!

     

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    TOUR COMPANIES

    Several companies have found their niche in providing specialty tours of Baja. For folks who aren't comfortable with the idea of exploring the vast open spaces of a foreign country on their own, a tour could be the perfect way to take in the sights!

    Another excellent source for Baja Tours is the .

     

    For more information on tours to Baja check out the Baja Experts at MEXICO TRAVEL NET.

    • A & R SEA AND LAND ADVENTURES

      Telephone 011-52 (646) 171-8173.
      Post Office Box 151, Punta Banda, Baja California, Mexico.
      Boat tours along the Baja coastline.

       

    • BAJA AIRVENTURES

      Telephone (800) 221-9283.
      386 East 'H' Street, Suite 209-221, Chula Vista, California, 91910.
      Custom fly-in eco-tours to Baja's best hideaways!

       

    • BAJA CALIFORNIA TOURS

      Telephone (619) 454-7166.
      Fax (619) 454-2703.
      7734 Herschel Avenue, Suite O, La Jolla, California, 92037.
      Tours and information on all of Baja.

       

    • BAJA EXPEDITIONS

      Telephone (800) 843-6967.
      2625 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, Ca., 92109.
      Specialty tours, including whale watching, kayaking, and scuba.

       

    • BAJA MOTION TOURS

      Telephone (877) 246-BAJA.
      Baja 'tip to tip' bus tours!

       

    • BAJA SAFARI TOURS

      E-mail: bajasafari@webtv.net.
      Caravan tours, ranch tours, whale tours, oasis tours, off road tours, wilderness tours and much more.
      Surf their web site for additional information!

       

    • BAJA WINTERS RV VACATIONS

      Telephone (800) 383-6787.
      Fax (206) 362-9841.
      10537 Witman Avenue North, Seattle, Washington, 98133.
      RV caravan tours from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas.

       

    • ECOTUR BAJA

      Telephone 011-52 (646) 178-3704.
      Fax 011-52 (617) 4-6778.
      E-Mail: ecoturbc@ens.com.mx
      Blvd. Costero #1094, Local 14, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.
      Various eco and adventure tours throughout Baja!

       

    • MARISLA

      Telephone 011-52 (612) 122-3761.
      P.O. Box 133, La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico.
      Sea of Cortez sightseeing, diving, fishing, photography, birding, and exploring!

       

    • SEARCHER TOURS

      Telephone (619) 226-2403.
      2838 Garrison Street, San Diego, Ca., 92106.
      Custom tours on a large boat to Baja's Pacific Coast and the Sea of Cortez.

       

    • SPECIAL EXPEDITIONS

      Telephone (212) 765-7740.
      Fax (212) 265-3770.
      E-Mail: travel@specialexpeditions.com
      720 5th Avenue, New York, New York, 10019.
      High quality ship tours to Baja's sea of Cortez.

       

     

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    TOURIST INFORMATION

    Private enterprise can provide a lot of information on Baja, but the Mexican government is also in the business of helping visitors to their country. We hope you can utilize the information in this directory to fill in the gaps where the other sources left off.

     

    • BAJA CALIFORNIA TOURISM

      Telephone (800) 522-1516.
      (619) 298-4105.
      Fax (619) 294-7366.
      7860 Mission Center Court, Suite 202, San Diego, Ca., 92108.

       

    • MEXICAN GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE

      Telephone (310) 203-8191.
      Fax (310) 203-8316.
      1801 Century Park East, Suite 1080, Century City, Ca., 90067.

       

    • ROSARITO BEACH TOURIST OFFICE

      Telephone 011-52 (664) 612-2423.
      Calle C.R. Cota 853-13, Rosarito Beach, Baja California, Mexico.

       

    • SAN FELIPE TOURIST OFFICE

      Telephone 011-52 (686) 577-1155.
      Avenida Mar de Cortez, San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico.

     

     

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    TRAVEL CLUBS

    There are several clubs that specialize in Baja. Most offer a regular newsletter, and each one tends to have a different slant on the goings on in the Baja. Memberships are pretty affordable, and usually include discounts on various Baja related items.

     

    • BAJA SAFARI MEXICO CLUB

      E-mail: safari2002@cox.net.
      San Diego, California.
      Baja buddy Mike Overcast will do his best to make your Baja or Cabo visit a good one.
      Check out their web site for more good Baja information!

       

    • DISCOVER BAJA TRAVEL CLUB

      Telephone (800) 727-BAJA * (619) ASK-4-BAJA.
      Fax (619) 275-1836.
      E-mail: baja@adnc.com
      3089 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, Ca., 92117.
      Dedicated to providing members with highest quality Baja services.

       

    • FLIGHT LOG

      Telephone (714) 521-2531 * (310) 391-4464.
      Fax (310) 390-9917.
      Post Office Box 2465, Fullerton, California, 92633.
      The pilots travel newsletter, plus lots of good stuff on Baja!

       

    • VAGABUNDOS DEL MAR

      Telephone (800) 474-BAJA * (707) 374-5511.
      Fax (707) 374-6843.
      33 North 2nd Street, Department BL, Rio Vista, Ca., 94571.
      Baja's oldest non-profit, full service travel club. Other destinations also.

     

     

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    TRAVEL INCENTIVE COMPANIES

    Baja is becoming increasingly popular as a location for travel incentive companies. The two top destinations are currently Cabo San Lucas and Loreto, each offering an International airport and each offering a great location for groups to unwind and enjoy a few days with fellow top achievers.

    Choosing a travel incentive company that specializes in group trips to Mexico is an important part of the process.

     

    • ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES

      Telephone (562) 498-1558.
      Fax (562) 498-4398.
      1850 Redondo Avenue, Long Beach, California, 90804.
      Specializing in group and incentive travel to Cabo San Lucas and Loreto in Baja.
      Contact: John Fields.

       

    • TRAVEL INCENTIVE HOLIDAY

      Telephone 011-52 (624) 142-1713.
      Fax 011-52 (624) 142-1726.
      E-mail: tih&avsol@cabonet.net.mx
      #200 Calle Valerio Gonzales, San Jose del Cabo.
      Travel incentive and group services.

     

     

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    TRAVEL SERVICES

    More travel agencies each year are providing reservations for Baja destinations. Although separate hotel and airfare reservations allow for a completely custom vacation, more Baja travelers each year are choosing vacation packages that include airfare, hotels, and transportation. The cost of these packages is very reasonable, it almost cost you more to stay home! Almost.

     

    For more information on travel into Baja at competitive prices check with the Baja Experts at MEXICO TRAVEL NET.

    • BAJA MOTION TOURS

      The experts on affordable Baja vacations.
      The first place to check for Baja hotel and airfare reservations.
      They shop around to get you the best rates.
      Visit their web site for additional information and hotel photos!

       

    • BAJA HOLIDAYS

      Telephone(800) 326-2252 * (714) 826-3877.
      Baja travel information.

       

    • EXPEDIA TRAVEL

      Microsoft's entry into the travel business.
      Lots of good information!

       

    • VIVA MEXICO TRAVEL SERVICES

      Telephone (800) 946-BAJA.
      Reservations for Baja from Tijuana to Los Cabos!

       

    • EXPRESS HOLIDAYS

      Telephone (800) 946-3977.
      Fax (619) 283-6821.
      5945 Mission Gorge Road #10, San Diego, California, 92120.
      Loreto and Los Cabos package specialists!

     

     

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    BAJA WEATHER UPDATE

    Baja is in the northern hemisphere, so it shares the same seasons as the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia. Because it is located closer to the equator, winters are usually warm and pleasant in most of Baja, and summers can get hot on the Sea of Cortez and at the southern tip near Los Cabos.

    Jackets are often necessary in the evenings in winter, more so in northern Baja, but sometimes in southern Baja also. Hurricanes, or Chubascos, are possible in the southern part of the Peninsula late summer and early fall, but rarely last more than a few days. There is no significant 'rainy' season in Baja!

    For more information vist the WEATHER section of Mexico Expo.