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Okay, what's The Truth about crime TJ-Estero Beach

BigLou - 3-27-2008 at 11:06 PM

Up until 14-15 months ago we had been making 3-4 trips a year across the border for 40 years but the wife & I are VERY concerned about crime, which over the last 18 months appears to be including more and more Americans. Kidnappings on BOTH sides of the border, killings, carjackings, etc. Folks who live along the corridor tell me "it's okay if you don't drive at night." What?!?!? When did that become routine? So let's say I'm staying at the Pyramid Resort (no restaurant) and I can't go out once the sun sets? I'm at Estero Beach and can't drive into E for dinner? How bad is it? How much has tourism/economy suffered? Can I drive a nice car across the border or does that make us more of a target? I mean, seriously, what's The Truth? Gracias.

Alan - 3-28-2008 at 06:25 AM

I can't recall any reports involving tourists since the Baja 1K so maybe the actions they have taken are having an effect.

DENNIS - 3-28-2008 at 08:49 AM

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Originally posted by BigLou
I'm at Estero Beach and can't drive into E for dinner? How bad is it?


The two things you should keep in mind while planning dinner in town is the normal, hellbent traffic and where you park your car. Grand theft auto is common in Ensenada and crazy drivers are a trait of the local culture. Insure your car to the max and find out where your US coverage stops in Mexico.
Other than that, don't worry and have a good time.

Kell-Baja - 3-28-2008 at 11:55 AM

I still think that unless your part of the drug cartel or a corrupt cop, your fine. Thats just my 2 cents.

DENNIS - 3-28-2008 at 01:11 PM

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Originally posted by Kell-Baja
I still think that unless your part of the drug cartel or a corrupt cop, your fine. Thats just my 2 cents.


Tell that to Chris Hall and his family. Nobody can change history or act like it never happened.

Gadget - 3-28-2008 at 06:09 PM

Leave the nice car at home, take the beater.

Know where you are going by scouting during daylight. Predators prey on people who look confused as they are not paying attention to thier surroundings.

Be informed as you are doing, and have a great time.

bajaguy - 3-28-2008 at 06:14 PM

I take the same precautions driving in Ensenada as I do driving in Reno or Las Vegas. Be prepared and be aware of your surroundings.

Plenty of great places to eat in Estero Beach area and Ensenada proper.

tortuga - 3-28-2008 at 06:36 PM

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Originally posted by BigLou
Up until 14-15 months ago we had been making 3-4 trips a year across the border for 40 years but the wife & I are VERY concerned about crime, which over the last 18 months appears to be including more and more Americans. Kidnappings on BOTH sides of the border, killings, carjackings, etc. Folks who live along the corridor tell me "it's okay if you don't drive at night." What?!?!? When did that become routine? So let's say I'm staying at the Pyramid Resort (no restaurant) and I can't go out once the sun sets? I'm at Estero Beach and can't drive into E for dinner? How bad is it?
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Text how much has tourism/economy suffered
tourism/economysuffered? Can I drive a nice car across the border or does that make us more of a target? I mean, seriously, what's The Truth? Gracias.


Cyndy and I were down for the month of Feb. The locals we talked to said that tourism this year was slower than normal. We went, we had a wonderful safe time. I hope you go and have a blessed time there also.
Saludos, Tortuga

DENNIS - 3-28-2008 at 06:46 PM

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Originally posted by bajaguy
I take the same precautions driving in Ensenada as I do driving in Reno or Las Vegas.


Oh, really?

bajaguy - 3-28-2008 at 06:48 PM

you betcha