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AlanDow
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Newbie Considering Where To Locate In Baja
Hi,
While I have lurked for a while, this is my first post to the forum – My wife and I are just starting to consider the possibility of looking for a
part-time get-a-way in Baja, that could eventually become our full-time place upon retirement. Prior to the arrival of our twins, Baja was a
favorite and frequent destination. And even though job opportunities moved us further away from Baja such that we have not been back since a trip to
see the grey whales with the kids about 13 years ago, Baja has grown in appeal as a possible retirement location.
With the kids grown and off pursing their own dreams, we are ready to resume our Baja travels, with a focus on locating an area where we might like to
live part-time/full-time. Based on our prior travels we had initially identified somewhere between Todos Santos and Mulege as our target area
(including La Paz, the East Cape, and Loreto) however as a result of time already spent lurking on this site, we have added Bahia Asuncion as a place
to also check out.
The near term plan during the next year or so, while we are both still working, is make a few one week trips to scout for places that we think warrant
a further look, and in about a year I plan to leave my job allowing for my wife and I to take longer trips, and or for me to spend a few months at a
time in a rental to get a better feel for the area, real estate market, etc.
My reason for posting now is that the first scouting trip has materialized. A friend who made the whale visit 13 years ago has agreed to return with
me for a one week trip. We are arriving in Loreto this Saturday (January 29th) and will head north to Shari and Juan’s place to meet them and check
out Bahia Asuncion.
We are also planning to spend a day or two in Loreto and or Mulege. This site has already provided a wealth of information on places to stay, things
to do, and places to eat, etc; the only thing better would be the opportunity to meet some Nomads living in these communities. If anyone is
interested I would really welcome the opportunity to meet for coffee or over a cerveza and visit with you about why you choose where you live in Baja,
and or what you have found to be the pros and cons about living in your community, etc. The most likely dates we will be in each community on this
trip are – Bahia Asuncion Jan 31 to Feb 2, Mulege Feb 3, Loreto Feb 4 & 5). Please U2U me if you would like to try to meet.
Many thanks to all you Nomads for providing such a great resource.
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Bob and Susan
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Location: Mulege BCS on the BAY
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i vote for mulege
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DianaT
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Hi and welcome---and ENJOY your fact finding trip----
If you want to check out the services available in Bahia Asuncion before you head down, check out the Community Web site at http://bahiaasuncion.ORG
Most of the businesses in town are represented there---a few more will be added soon and one ex-pat business has chosen not to be included. But it
will give you an idea of what is there and an opportunity to see many of great locals. Unfortunately, the reserve and history pages are still in the
works.
Of course, things are changing with the completion of the pavement, but here are just a few differences from some of the areas you mention.
BA does have a year round climate---very windy usually in the spring, but does not have the heat found further south or on the Sea of Cortez side.
BA does not have the large stores, fancy restaurants, and large medical facilities available in other locations. It does have a small hospital and
very friendly small places to eat ---- and a very friendly police dept.
It is over 70 miles to the closest ATM, but at least the drive is on pavement these days.
BA has a much smaller ex-pat community than the other places, but it is growing way to quickly --- 
It makes such a difference as to what are your priorities----I would suggest you make a list of what is really important to you---
And if find that Bahia Asuncion is the place for you, and you think you might like a beach front home with room to build more, send us a U2U.
Diana y John
[Edited on 1-25-2011 by DianaT]
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bajafreaks
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Location: Gardnerville, NV./ Los Barriles BCS
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East Cape, just sayin'. 
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Meany
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Punta Chivato is my vote. There are some nice places for sale out there. 
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longlegsinlapaz
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There are a lot of important issues you might want to consider which have been addressed in old posts in the archives here.....try these for starters:
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=49111#pid5667...
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=49602#pid5745...
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=22774#pid2060...
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=18415#pid1594...
IMO, there is no one-size-fits-all location, your destination needs to be geared towards your own personal must-have list....or you'll be
disillusioned & miserable. Research, research, RESEARCH!!
Look forward realistically....the older we get, the more important proximity to things like medical care & shopping can become.
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E.D.R.Rick
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Location: sacramento/san felipe
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Hey!!what about San Felipe?You can get great deals in El Dorado Ranch
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desertcpl
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my 2 cents,,, i think you are spending way to short of time in
the locations you mentioned, and to meet a Nomad just to get a feel of why they like this location over others,,
like was said earlier, one size does not fit every body.
you and your wife need to spend more time in Baja,
and I agree with some of the above posts, as i am getting older , I think now i want to be closer to Medical and shopping, just closer not in the
middle of a big city
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Loretana
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Location: Oregon/Loreto
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Hola AlanDow,
And bienvenidos a Baja Nomad.
You might consider a few of these points:
What do you and your wife like to do as far as hobbies? Fish? Dive? Golf?Cook? (etc, etc.)
Will family members come to visit often? (Proximity to airports)
Are you ready to spend a lot of time together on a daily basis? (clubs, neighbors, shopping, ease apart time, and boredom)
Do you want to build your place or are you looking for a home to purchase?
Your plan will dictate where you end up.
I won't be in Loreto until the end of March, so I can't invite you over for drinks, but maybe next time.
And your plan to take week trips and do some renting are excellent ideas.
Buena suerte! 
"If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration."
-Nikola Tesla
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mcfez
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| Quote: | Originally posted by E.D.R.Rick
Hey!!what about San Felipe?You can get great deals in El Dorado Ranch |
True!!! There are plenty of hot deals in San Felipe.
To live there is only a few hours away from San Diego-Calixico. To live there also gives you access the some of the best Sea of Cortez offerings, with
the highway being paved :
Bahia de los Angeles
Gonzaga Bay
laguna diablo
Puertecito
Valle la Trinidad
San Quintin
[Edited on 1-25-2011 by mcfez]
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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bajacalifornian
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Registered: 9-4-2010
Location: Loreto/Lopez Mateos/Rosarito
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Perfect!! A brave one steps forward. . .
I'll sit with you
any day.
Loreto & or Lopez,
And welcome. Jeff Petersen
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DavidE
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Posts: 3814
Registered: 12-1-2003
Location: Baja California México
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Mood: 'At home we demand facts and get them. In Mexico one subsists on rumor and never demands anything.' Charles Flandrau,
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Spend a goodly amount of time in your prospective locations in the off season.
Upper Pacific coast in December, January or February, and on the gulf side in August or September.
It does little good to try out "ideal" locations in the time window in which the weather is "best". If you can't stand the weather, then figure out
how many months of the year you will be "banned" from enjoying your purchase.
From there start adding all the "X's" and Subtracting the "O's" and see where you end up.
La Paz is gorgeous in February
San Quintin is gorgeous in September
Now switch the two months around.
Jeckyl & Hyde
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shari
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Posts: 13049
Registered: 3-10-2006
Location: bahia asuncion, baja sur
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Mood: there is no reality except the one contained within us "Herman Hesse"
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welcome to Baja Nomad Alan...one of the more important things to consider when wanted to actually live in baja is year round climate...many many
places are fantastic and beautiful but extremely hot in the summer...so it is important to go to these places in the summer to see how you feel there.
We have several people here who have relocated from hotter climates...see ya soon and enjoy the forum!!!
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Bajaboy
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Registered: 10-9-2003
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DianaT
Hi and welcome---and ENJOY your fact finding trip----
If you want to check out the services available in Bahia Asuncion before you head down, check out the Community Web site at www.bahiaasuncion.ORG
Most of the businesses in town are represented there---a few more will be added soon and one ex-pat business has chosen not to be included. But it
will give you an idea of what is there and an opportunity to see many of great locals. Unfortunately, the reserve and history pages are still in the
works.
Of course, things are changing with the completion of the pavement, but here are just a few differences from some of the areas you mention.
BA does have a year round climate---very windy usually in the spring, but does not have the heat found further south or on the Sea of Cortez side.
BA does not have the large stores, fancy restaurants, and large medical facilities available in other locations. It does have a small hospital and
very friendly small places to eat ---- and a very friendly police dept.
It is over 70 miles to the closest ATM, but at least the drive is on pavement these days.
BA has a much smaller ex-pat community than the other places, but it is growing way to quickly ---
It makes such a difference as to what are your priorities----I would suggest you make a list of what is really important to you---
And if find that Bahia Asuncion is the place for you, and you think you might like a beach front home with room to build more, send us a U2U.
Diana y John
[Edited on 1-25-2011 by DianaT] |
Here's the correct link:
http://bahiaasuncion.org/
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DianaT
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Thanks Bajaboy---I will go back and edit the first post. Not sure why the first one comes up blank---interesting, but the change has been made.
Again, Thanks
[Edited on 1-25-2011 by DianaT]
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nbacc
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Hummmmm...I would go for San Felipe. And then again if you want to go to the movies it is not the place for you.
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bkbend
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As you scout, make sure you look at things from a living point of view not a visiting point of view. All Baja places are a nice place to visit, but
many, depending on your requirements, you wouldn't want to live in. Your outline sounds a lot like my plan was so I'd say you're off to a good start.
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mcfez
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bkbend
As you scout, make sure you look at things from a living point of view not a visiting point of view. All Baja places are a nice place to visit, but
many, depending on your requirements, you wouldn't want to live in. Your outline sounds a lot like my plan was so I'd say you're off to a good start.
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Let me add this to your excellent point:
Make sure that your family members and freinds will not be missed. Most say "oh yeah Baby...we'll visit all the time".
Oh....okay 
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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bajafam
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Posts: 654
Registered: 9-6-2009
Location: Northeast AZ, Bahia Asuncion, BCS :)
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and to them we say Hasta Luego!!
[Edited on 1-25-2011 by bajafam]
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captkw
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Location: el charro b.c.s.
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two comments, #1 we were warned last month to stay clear of loreto since the big water project caved in on itself and tthe 600 laborers from the
MAINLAND are stuck their with no money and work,lots of crime ,so im told!!!!! #2did I read that right? 1 week,why bother,,,,for me a month would be
the min..but I always come down for 3 to 5 months,just saying
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