terrybird - 2-7-2005 at 06:02 PM
We are not going far but we are really getting excited about our border crossing. We are taking our annual visit to kids in OC but some interesting
articles and internet sites got us to thinking about BAJA as a place to retire. We are just coming down for a nite and two days staying in Rosarito
or Ensenada. I realize to most of you this is NOT BAJA, but to a coupla frosty skinned white folks it's gonna be a heckuva an adventure. For somebody
retiring on a beer budget (a term often heard here) there are some compelling arguments for a look see anyway. Some links we found informative for our
trip include that CBS Morning Show blurb (some loved it some hated it I am sure). http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2004/05/19/eveningnews/main61...
I listen to every BAJA TALK RADIO show and some archives, while surfing the variety of BAJA commercial sites. http://www.rosarito.org/area/tips.htm
http://www.nws.noaa.gov/radar/loop/DS.p20-r/si.knkx.shtml
The ONE site I go to everyday is this one. I have picked up useful links and information here but I know you guys are part of a much bigger quest than
our initial trip. My guess is the first test to posting here was getting the crazy password to fly, the second one finally flew.I am proud to be a new
member here and will contribute what I can. In closing I must say yesterdays postings had to be some of the best from Eli to liizard lips.
Just wishing you a good first time
Eli - 2-7-2005 at 06:27 PM
Terrybird, Beer budgets work fine in B.C., Although I have always found that the first time around is much more costly, the more time you spend in one
place, the more ways you find to cut down to a budget that is comfortable but will permit you to realize your dream.
T.J., Rosarita Beach, Cabo San Lucas or Santiago, El Cardonal, San Bartolo, Aguas Calientes, and Los Baracas, it is all a legitamente experinse, all
of it is Baja California, just different aspects, all worth knowing I expect.
Your note sounds from the heart of good people, I hope you meet many more of the same on many, many more adventures South of the boarder.
Mando Saludos and wish you the best of luck on your first.
Sara
border unrest
terrybird - 2-8-2005 at 08:49 PM
The news reports I just read are more than a little troubling. The report in the San Fran paper said danger was escalating? I am glad we still haven't
made Hotel res yet, however we are leaving in 4 days. Snowing here this evening just enough to make shoveling a must but too little for snowblower.
Terry
p.s. Anybody down there remember snowblowers?
JUST ENJOY
Price - 2-9-2005 at 04:40 AM
Our first trip to San Felipe we fell in love with the town & people - we had no intention of buying a house - we did with no regrets !!!! Haven't
moved there yet but plan to in very near future !! Baja is a living Dream !!! Enjoy & have FUN !!!
Tommy A - 2-9-2005 at 07:16 AM
I noticed that you have not made hotel reservations yet. This can be important because some hotels cater more to the San Diego State young kids who
party all nite or are right next to some loud bars while others are more relaxed and quite . If you have not made any reservations yet let us know and
maybe we can point you in the right direction.
Cyndarouh - 2-9-2005 at 08:20 AM
Terrybird, Welcome to Nomad. We just stayed at the Casa del Sol Motel in Ensenada. Was nice a bit less than others we have stayed at. the toll free
number is 1-877-316-1684 or www.motelcasadelsol.com. Enjoy and have a Wonderful Trip.