Baja Hijacking !

Sort of already works that way... manually though. I take into consideration what gets sent to me (and how much) via the "Report" button - which is on every post here. fyi.

I wouldn't call that hijacking tho. You're just pointing out something interesting (a whale), not questioning Obama's birth cert.

You beat me to it. I was gonna let this marinate a few more posts, then butt in with "How about them Chargers?"

What we need is a censor. No politics. No opinions. If it doesn't paint a pretty Baja picture, toss it. Dull? Yep!

ateo, I give up! Tell me.

Yeah....it was, although I looked around a little [not too much] for posts of mine and didn't see any. Must have happened during one of my forced vacations.

@ Cypress:

Known for it's world class hotels, beautiful beaches, mediterranean climate, booming film industry, and voted best tourist town in Mexico -- the best city in all of Baja is................El Rosario.

ateo, Thanks.

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Originally posted by Cypress What we need is a censor. No politics. No opinions. If it doesn't paint a pretty Baja picture, toss it. Dull? Yep!

That's why they created TalkBaja.com.

Mengano, TalkBaja.com? Thanks! Will check it out.

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Originally posted by DENNIS Quote: Originally posted by DianaT Remember this thread about hijacking and all 52 pages? It was crazy and FUN Yeah....it was, although I looked around a little [not too much] for posts of mine and didn't see any. Must have happened during one of my forced vacations.

Oh, you are there----so you must have been back from one of those vacations.

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posted on 11-20-2011 at 05:14 AM

Current road conditions



Headed from CO to Asuncion next week, crossing 11/27. Any current road reports?




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campers that just arrived here reported that the road into Asuncion from Vizcaino is much much better...it is being repaved and most holes are filled on the section they havent got to yet...the whole thing is supposed to be finished by Xmas...woo hoo. They also commented that the Jesus Maria construction area wasnt that bad...look forward to your visit!

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Quote:
Originally posted by acadist
Headed from CO to Asuncion next week, crossing 11/27. Any current road reports?


Drove from Cabo to Border just last week. Hwy 1 is in good shape. Only construction you will encounter is about 10 miles of road work between Ensenada and San Quintin. The detour along this area is pretty good at a speed of about 40mph.


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Shari,
Only 150? Sounds like a small wedding Shouldn't be a problem, we can stop at Smart & Final when we are in LA next week. Shoot me a U2U next week to remind me. Also let me know anything else you may need, I have a pickup truck so I can fit almost anything you may need. Will she still be looking for a ride?
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Does it count if I hijack my own thread????

none of these people should have posted an answer

here is a question about where to live in Baja.
none of the posts answer it
is your intention to drive people away with uselessness?
this page is less monitored than any other
perhaps we should take up a collection so a person could be hired to police uselessness of the baja forum






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posted on 11-12-2011 at 19:59
Safe places to live¿



I recently spent a week in Tecate, without any problems. I wonder if there are any statistics on low crime areas. Sure; the Internet is abuzz with death and destruction. Are there any reports of no crime areas. What I mean is; where can folks that don't drink and smoke hang out in relative safety? We read daily about the junkie that killed for his next fix, and the policia that require a bribe. Where do we read about the old lady who walks around without fear of theft. Are there safe neighborhoods in TJ? Is all of Tijuana dangerous? Is La Paz safe? Where is a safe place to live?



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posted on 11-12-2011 at 20:18


Try the Southpole.

Antartica is nice and safe this time of year.

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Quote:
Originally posted by joerover
What I mean is; where can folks that don't drink and smoke hang out in relative safety?



Church....comes to mind.

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posted on 11-12-2011 at 21:20


Quote:
Originally posted by DENNIS
Quote:
Originally posted by joerover
What I mean is; where can folks that don't drink and smoke hang out in relative safety?



Church....comes to mind.


Not my church!

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posted on 11-12-2011 at 21:27


Come hang with me...kinda like Baja here in the South Bay. Same people, same food, same weather. Only difference is if you get decapitated here, chances are they'll catch the culprits.



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posted on 11-13-2011 at 07:12
joerover......we will accept you here



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posted on 11-13-2011 at 07:42


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Originally posted by Islandbuilder
Not my church!


Not mine either. "Our Lady of Sharky's" is a drinkin', smokin' emporium.

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posted on 11-13-2011 at 08:05


Quote:
Originally posted by vandenberg
Try the Southpole.

Antartica is nice and safe this time of year.


Actually, there are monuments to the dead ALL OVER Antarctica. Statistically speaking, number of visitors v. number of deaths is quite high in Antarctica. Summer high at Pole is still around -7F.

For more first-hand info on the coldest, driest, windiest place on Earth, check out bigdeadplace.com

Sorry for OT post. OP, you are looking for a guarantee of security where none exists. Crap posted in the media is for selling of papers, not dissemination of information. Wish I had a better answer for you. H.



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posted on 11-13-2011 at 13:25
Ask a simple question. . . .



And you're in for it here!!!

Good question, but there is no simple answer.... Really, you're more likely to learn more by taking a winter and traveling the peninsula. EVERY community where people live will have typical people problems... Some towns and cities that have traditionally been "safe" places to live have seen increases in crime - especially property crime because of drugs, difficult economic times, and transience and change.

Some places are generally much safer than others, but not a place you might want to live, so go and explore....

I don't know about "statistics" but perhaps some here have a serious answer for you.... Don't be put off by the wacky answers..... it is just part of the unique character here on Nomad . . . . And even most of the smartarses are still good folks who'd lend a hand to a stranger on need.

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posted on 11-13-2011 at 13:54


Try and stay out of the drug trafficing industry... or law enforcement (or between the two of them)!



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welcome newbies to BajaNomadLand !!! what some have said is quite right - For example, since we have been here full time (5 years), we have seen one horrendous attempted murder - a purported drug deal gone bad, so..... we think we live in paradise. But, our idea of paradise is an ocean view with no traffic in front at a ridiculously great price, no malls, friendly Mexican neighbors, a dog we cherish who has a huge area to roam freely in, a garden for me to pamper and more....

the very best is for you to travel around .. look for a town size that works for you since TJ and Ensenada are huge, La Paz and Loreto are more middle sized and tiny villages are found all over ... so check out services .... electricity vs solar power ... affordability ... and probably as important as everything else - make sure you like your neighbors LOL



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posted on 11-13-2011 at 14:12


Quote:
Originally posted by joerover
I wonder if there are any statistics on low crime areas. Where is a safe place to live?


iceland, japan, new zealand, denmark.

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the USA and Mexico don't come close to joining that list.

USA is safer than Mexico.

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based on global peace index, a ranking based on 23 factors

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p.s. there are no reliable statistics in mexico. the government and all agencies of law enforcement are so screwed up and/or corrupt that their data and pronouncements cannot be trusted. basically, if a stat comes from govt it is probably a lie.

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posted on 11-13-2011 at 15:51


I'm reminded of a "propaganda" video that has been shown on PBS that had Felipe Calderon hosting a travelogue throughout Mexico. In it, at one point, Calderon put up a graphic that purported to show the regions of the country where the violence is a problem. While interesting that the Acapulco area was not highlighted, there were two specific areas that even El Presidente felt comfortable about noting. They were the area surrounding Monterey, and the area East of Mexicali.

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Quote:
Originally posted by mtgoat666
iceland, japan, new zealand, denmark.


Iceland: Bankrupt and full of volcanoes....don't think so;

Japan: If the tsunami or earthquakes don't get ya, the nuclear reactors or Yakuza will...

New Zealand: This guy might not be your best neighbour....he tried to convince me earlier that he was just trying to help the ewe through the gate, but when I saw him on the bike....I realized he was on a date:

[Edited on 11-14-2011 by motoged]


Denmark: Fundamentalist N-zis will slaughter your children...

Best of luck in your quest for safety...







[Edited on 11-14-2011 by motoged]



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posted on 11-14-2011 at 11:31


Not Baja - but related to this post - my friend works at this school. Safe is all relative.

http://www.wmctv.com/story/16034812/millington-high-school-o...



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posted on 11-14-2011 at 13:47


Someone on here once posted, 'everywhere is safe
until it isn't', one could eliminate the entire State
of Baja if you are looking for a SAFE place, there have been incidents in San Quintin, up thru Rosarito to TJ, San Felipe had drug related shootout in a Motel
a couple months back, I'm sure Tecate is not immune. But it hasn't been proven to me that
Cartel violence directly affect the Gringo Tourist at all.
Although granted one argue people rob to support a drug habit. I don't think I'm going out on a limb too far
to suggest that robbery, assualts have taken place
all along in Baja, but with the internet we hear about it the
next day

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posted on 11-14-2011 at 15:00


Quote:
Originally posted by DENNIS
Quote:
Originally posted by joerover
What I mean is; where can folks that don't drink and smoke hang out in relative safety?



Church....comes to mind.


Damn Dennis, now I gotta go find some paper towels to wipe the Diet Coke off my monitor!

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Originally posted by BajaNomad Sort of already works that way... manually though. I take into consideration what gets sent to me (and how much) via the "Report" button - which is on every post here. fyi.

Yer kiddin'...right?

I am pleased to see Diana T responding to this thread. She demonstrates the best use of social rationally aggressive skills in her covert manipulation of how others may view a particular individual, namely David K, along with others, effectively sliding in gossip, slander, teasing, shaming, intimidation and exclusion at every opportunity.

...and she appears to have willing trainees.



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Somewhere in that mess, someone asked what we had for dinner. I made shrimp scampi, and it was great.

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Originally posted by Bicho I am pleased to see Diana T responding to this thread. She demonstrates the best use of social rationally aggressive skills in her covert manipulation of how others may view a particular individual, namely David K, along with others, effectively sliding in gossip, slander, teasing, shaming, intimidation and exclusion at every opportunity. ...and she appears to have willing trainees. It is the weak who are cruel, and gentleness is to be expected only from the strong. Leo Rosten

Dang, I didn't know I had those expert covert skills. Maybe I should apply for the CIA. Any sheep willing to follow?

Awwww damn....

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Originally posted by DENNIS Quote: Originally posted by djh Dennis, do you ever just think something and keep it to yourself. . . ie., NOT say it? Yer kiddin'...right?

Since we're Hijacking ...................

Stayin on topic here.....