General Reports

[Bunter Hiden]

I have been taking taxis in Tijuana for decades and only twice has a driver tried to rip me off. My routine has me jumping in a cab to Centro and enjoying a nice meal and a few local beers-BTW if you have not been to Border Psycho do so. All their tap handles are butt plugs or glass dildos- then stroll to the zona. I now only take the brown cabs. The other taxi stand to the right of the gates you pop out at have tried to rip me off. Last year this slick dude in a LA Dodgers hat dropped me off and as I was getting out he says "$20". I had already dropped the standard $5+$1 tip on the seat. I then reached down and picked up the $1 and walked away. I heard his door open and his mouth running but I just kept on walking. Now every time I see him at the taxi line I just wave and get into a brown one. Always before the door closes say out loud what you will be paying and don't deviate. On another note I went up to Bodega 8 to have a great meal. It's up by the golf course. After lunch did not see a cab on that very busy street for 45 minutes. Finally had to reactivate my Uber to get a ride. I had cancelled due to COVID making a $12 fare go to $55 in San Diego. Uber is way cheaper than cabs in Tijuana but leaves a electronic trace which I avoid at all costs.

[MikeFromNW]

Headed to the for the first time. Beginning of December. Looking forward to it. Will be staying at HK Monday Tuesday getting the VIP pass. . then Wednesday Thursday will probably stay at tiquan. Walking in. And want to say thanks to everyone for the info on here. Wouldn't able to make this work if it wasn't for this forum. I will send a report after the trip. For sure.

[ClownDays]

Trouble in paradise: Americans say they've lost access to their Baja resort homes.

San Diego Union Tribune.

Cantamar residents, many of whom are USA Retirees, are caught up in a complicated land dispute.

Rosarito The barbed wire fencing that surrounds most of Cantamar, a beachfront development located about 15 miles south of Rosarito, is barely noticeable against the towering palm trees lining the property and the percussion of nearby ocean waves.

Residents of the luxury beach-side community say they've had to climb over that steel fencing just to leave their homes in recent weeks because of an escalating dispute with the property manager. They say that in pursuit of new maintenance fees, she has blocked the exit, cut-off water and gas, and refused entry to guests, maintenance workers, and even some residents.

About 40 Baja California residents, many of them USA Citizens and California retirees, say they've completely lost access to their homes.

"I feel like a prisoner there," said Robert Boyd, a retired attorney from Arizona. "People have all their money invested in the place, and they're at their wits end. They'll be damned if they're going to lose their investments or their life savings.

It's why you don't buy in Mexico unless you're a national and know exactly what you are doing.

[LuvMexicanas]

Trouble in paradise: Americans say they've lost access to their Baja resort homes.

San Diego Union Tribune.

Cantamar residents, many of whom are USA Retirees, are caught up in a complicated land dispute.

Rosarito The barbed wire fencing that surrounds most of Cantamar, a beachfront development located about 15 miles south of Rosarito, is barely noticeable against the towering palm trees lining the property and the percussion of nearby ocean waves.

Residents of the luxury beach-side community say they've had to climb over that steel fencing just to leave their homes in recent weeks because of an escalating dispute with the property manager. They say that in pursuit of new maintenance fees, she has blocked the exit, cut-off water and gas, and refused entry to guests, maintenance workers, and even some residents.

About 40 Baja California residents, many of them USA Citizens and California retirees, say they've completely lost access to their homes.

"I feel like a prisoner there," said Robert Boyd, a retired attorney from Arizona. "People have all their money invested in the place, and they're at their wits end. They'll be damned if they're going to lose their investments or their life savings.

The obsession with ownership is fascinating to me. Simply rent. Problem solved. This is especially true if you get bored easily like I do. In no particular order but a year in each of the following: Puebla, Vallarta, Merida, GDL, CDMX, Oaxaca, Leon, Mazatlan, Tijuana and Pachuco is far more appealing to me than 10 years in the same place.

[Dogers69]

About 3 years ago. I offered the posted rate (I think 50 or 60 pesos) from border to the club.

Though he reluctantly agreed at first all along the way the driver was moaning saying you don't have to pay me anything in a sarcastic tone, etc.

When we finally got there I think he grabbed by suitcase or in other ways tried to create a scene. I just paid him 100 pesos to avoid a scene.

So, now I only take the limo. Last time I even waited 10 minutes for the limo to return to the border rather than taking a taxi.

I wonder if anyone else has experienced attitude with a driver if you negotiated less than $5 taxi ride to / from border.

I recently read others offered 50 pesos so it seems that not all drivers are angry about that.

I had a taxi taking me to playas de Tijuana. When we got along the. Beach side, I was a mile from destination and he demanded more money or be dumped off in middle of nowhere. So I told him dump me here. Taxis are to be avoided unless desperate. For me, best way to HK is the 10 pesos bus that drops you off near revolution.

[Travv]

Trouble in paradise: Americans say they've lost access to their Baja resort homes.

San Diego Union Tribune.

Cantamar residents, many of whom are USA Retirees, are caught up in a complicated land dispute.

Rosarito — The barbed wire fencing that surrounds most of Cantamar, a beachfront development located about 15 miles south of Rosarito, is barely noticeable against the towering palm trees lining the property and the percussion of nearby ocean waves.

Residents of the luxury beach-side community say they've had to climb over that steel fencing just to leave their homes in recent weeks because of an escalating dispute with the property manager. They say that in pursuit of new maintenance fees, she has blocked the exit, cut-off water and gas, and refused entry to guests, maintenance workers, and even some residents.

About 40 Baja California residents, many of them USA Citizens and California retirees, say they've completely lost access to their homes.

"I feel like a prisoner there," said Robert Boyd, a retired attorney from Arizona. "People have all their money invested in the place, and they're at their wits end. They'll be damned if they're going to lose their investments or their life savings."

If a retired attorney is screwed on his Mexican retirement house, just imagine how far up shxt creek you could be. . . Yeah, that's the ticket, put your retirement money into a foreign land deal! Hope you like eating Alpo or Kennel Rations!

Its even better if one plans on living in Mexico. Living in Asia is a lot easier for an expat, except for the immigration part. Thailand and the Philippines have retirement visas, but both require a nest egg to be held in a local bank. Otherwise, you either need a work permit or do you have to do trips to immigration and / or border runs. The six-month, multi-entry visa that Mexico has is insanely convenient. I guess its a matter of making a living that will allow you to live in the Latin world that seems to keep Westerners away. Well that and its not as safe in regards to violent crime. But still, the Latin world looks like a great place to retire for a guy to retire. We can even own land.

[Rambo1969]

They say the prettiest women in Mexico come from GDL..

I have asked many women I find attractive where they are from. Most of the time the answer is Puebla.

So, for my taste, it seems like Puebla has something special that makes the gals really beautiful.

Has anyone else noticed this?

[Rambo1969]

About 3 years ago. I offered the posted rate (I think 50 or 60 pesos) from border to the club.

Though he reluctantly agreed at first all along the way the driver was moaning saying you don't have to pay me anything in a sarcastic tone, etc.

When we finally got there I think he grabbed by suitcase or in other ways tried to create a scene. I just paid him 100 pesos to avoid a scene.

So, now I only take the limo. Last time I even waited 10 minutes for the limo to return to the border rather than taking a taxi.

I wonder if anyone else has experienced attitude with a driver if you negotiated less than $5 taxi ride to / from border.

I recently read others offered 50 pesos so it seems that not all drivers are angry about that.

[BrockStar]

Concerning the six month visa thing. I'm on my third go around and I think it's a deal if you go to play in Tijuana often. Careful though. The last time I renewed the dude said he could not accept my global entry card. He said I had to have passport. After a bit of a stare off and the fact that I had $30 out he accepted my idea of using the info off the expired one. I doubt heavily that money ever makes it to the national treasury.

Its even better if one plans on living in Mexico. Living in Asia is a lot easier for an expat, except for the immigration part. Thailand and the Philippines have retirement visas, but both require a nest egg to be held in a local bank. Otherwise, you either need a work permit or do you have to do trips to immigration and / or border runs. The six-month, multi-entry visa that Mexico has is insanely convenient. I guess its a matter of making a living that will allow you to live in the Latin world that seems to keep Westerners away. Well that and its not as safe in regards to violent crime. But still, the Latin world looks like a great place to retire for a guy to retire. We can even own land.

[Sol12]

I noticed people are more friendly in Mexico than in the USA As everyone greets each other by saying buenos dias, tardes, or noches. The regular would try to give the greeting of the day to Americans at the various locations we've vacationed and they didn't return the greeting. I told her it is normal for some Americans to be stuck up and not acknowledge you. The only challenge we have is she has to transfer schools to Tijuana as the Sinaloa university is going to start in person classes next year. I told her if she can't transfer, then the relationship is most likely going to be over as I don't do distance well. I guess it will be the real test if she can walk away from 3 years of knowing the professors and classmates. She also mentioned that Tijuana university may be more challenging which made me laugh as education isn't supposed to be a cakewalk.

I guess Americans are a more selfish culture, but I tried to explain to her that she should focus on what makes her happy and not my happiness. The family thing is strong for her to make sure they are comfortable, but she tells me it isnt my responsibility. I guess time will tell how it works out, but I rarely meet people that are so passionate and wants to please you. If you happen to find it, then hope it works out for you. It feels like a dream at times as she is so good to me.

I have always loved that part of Mexico and going to out and seeing how the people acted towards one another is one thing I genuinely miss. I'm happy that you can see the difference so quickly and in smaller cities it's even better. It's how I imagine people are in small parts of the south and the so called southern hospitality.

So I'd imagine since she is so tight with family and her age that she has talked to you about having a kid, with your past and age I'm sure you have thought about this and my guess is that maybe you not wanting a child would be the downfall of your relationship. Just talking from experience.

[Sol12]

She mentioned taking me on tours of GDL since she has a friend that works for Volaris and can get discounts. I understand I need to get over my insecurities and my past as well as hers. It is just strange to me that she is so hot, passionate, and obsessed with me, but maybe my exwife was a different type of Mexican and grew up in a more privileged class as they had maids and she didn't go without. This girl was genuinely crying at the dinner table trying to explain to me she understands the worth of a dollar and appreciates the help I offer. She has been on her own since 17 and never asked her family for assistance as she knows they have their own debts and challenges. She doesn't want to burden anyone.

Every place we go she wants to hand out money to the less fortunate, but I told her you'll go broke doing that and some people need to find their own work instead of a handout. She said everyone in Mexico relies on tips. We went to the car wash and the guy that sprayed the car down got a tip along with the guy that dried the car off. I told her you only tip at the end. Also paying for parking everywhere is annoying in Mexico. I don't understand how these large malls have to nickel and dime you for parking. I got to experience getting license plates in Tijuana and apparently you have to pay everyone a "tip" to make the process more smooth. It took her 3 hours to get the placas and some people said they had been waiting over 6-8 hours. It is like the Wild West where everyone requires a tip to reduce the hassle of dealing with the more rigid process..

Your ex sounds like the typical upper class in Mexico. It's definitely a class structure and the upper class treat the lower class like a and some of the ways I've seen how they treat people made me very angry. Especially the light skinned getting priority over darker skinned Mexicans. That's why a huge amount of bar girls like lighter skinned guys especially if you have colored eyes.

My ex wasn't they type to hand out money to everyone and often got upset with me for over tipping. When in GDL the girl, I would hang out with would definitely hand out money to people on the street. Don't be mad about the malls for the parking, I know it's different than the US abut they aren't trying to nickel and dime you it's a way to keep your vehicle from getting stolen. I mean they usually charge about 5 pesos for 3 hours. It's a good way to get rid of your change since I would usually just leave all my change in the car for thes little tips.

Well I've only been to CDMX once last year but it was mostly closed due to COVID. Some of the things I wasn't able to do was visit the castle, and visit the ruins. On the CDMX page I shirt time ago one guy mentioned he took a hot air balloon ride over the ruins that was just over $100. I remember you don't like heights so that may not be for you but a cool experience. For me mostly just did a lot of walking. Started in the Zocalo where the old famous church is and the government buildings. They have a couple of restaurants that you can at at that over look this area that are highly rated. From there you can walk over there the Bella's Artes building which is nice. If you continue to walk you run into a build that for a small fee take an elevator about 4 stories up the enjoy the view. I'm sure others have done more but with COVID closing things and only a few days I didn't do much.

[ClownDays]

maybe my exwife was a different type of Mexican and grew up in a more privileged class as they had maids and she didn't go without.

Where I grew up, these people were called "cremosas," and when they got here they either got humbled or turbocharged into gigantic girls.

If your girl comes from humble roots, she's most likely going to be the exact opposite of what your ex-wife was like. Poor and lower-middle-class people from that part of Mexico are amazing, especially if they manage to stay humble. Enjoy the ride.

[Member #4730]

They say the prettiest women in Mexico come from GDL. My family is from there. The Spanish blood has mixed well with the natives. From your reports this girl seems very genuine. Her mannerisms are typical of Mexican women which is good, she's acting like a normal girl not a bar girl. Like the thing you said about her just wanting to please you. From an American perspective that sounds weird to us because women in America aren't like that, we are a more selfish culture. Non western women are more feminine and devote themselves to their man. My father was a cop in Mexico too, he fled to the USA for similar reasons. He arrested the wrong guys and had a price on his head. Meeting the family and getting hugs is a very good sign. Also the landlord situation, people can have some serious hate / jealousy in their hearts. A guy like half your age doesn't need to tell you this but just keep your wits about you. Having like 15 k on you in Mexico is no joke, I have read on these forums people finding out who a person is just by the stories we post. I say this not to be a bummer but I genuinely hope your relationship works out, I mean if yours works out then maybe my future relationships with bar girls can too. Think of it like this, she knows she can make more being a BG but she chooses you over the cash. That's huge. Yes we can say she would rather just bang you then all the guys as a bar girl but still. She's making a choice and its you.

She is actually from Sinaloa and cares more about me saving money than I do. When we are out I want to eat out and she says she is going to make me something at home. The money was used for the car. I don't carry $15 k with me and at most $1 k and only in Vegas I'd have $10 k bundle for blackjack. The way she treats me like a king only reminds me of my time in Thailand where the bar girl drove me around town, fucked the shit out of me everyday, did my laundry, and cooked for me. It actually makes me cringe when she has to tell me it isn't about the money or she would still be working at the bar.

I noticed people are more friendly in Mexico than in the USA As everyone greets each other by saying buenos dias, tardes, or noches. The regular would try to give the greeting of the day to Americans at the various locations we've vacationed and they didn't return the greeting. I told her it is normal for some Americans to be stuck up and not acknowledge you. The only challenge we have is she has to transfer schools to Tijuana as the Sinaloa university is going to start in person classes next year. I told her if she can't transfer, then the relationship is most likely going to be over as I don't do distance well. I guess it will be the real test if she can walk away from 3 years of knowing the professors and classmates. She also mentioned that Tijuana university may be more challenging which made me laugh as education isn't supposed to be a cakewalk.

I guess Americans are a more selfish culture, but I tried to explain to her that she should focus on what makes her happy and not my happiness. The family thing is strong for her to make sure they are comfortable, but she tells me it isn’t my responsibility. I guess time will tell how it works out, but I rarely meet people that are so passionate and wants to please you. If you happen to find it, then hope it works out for you. It feels like a dream at times as she is so good to me.

[Member #4730]

Well thanks for the update on things. Yeah Mexico has lots of guys at the airport to help with luggage especially single ladies. So it sounds like you really need to get over this her working at a bar if you want something more. She may have worked at a bar but it doesn't define who she is, just the same than you went to that same bar and would be with multiple women doesn't men you are a bad guy. You are getting to know the real her and from what you have said before she amazes you and I think you need to just imagine that you meet her at a office or something and had no idea what she did would you have such a hard time being with her. When I was with my ex the hardest thing was taking her to work before we got serious. I would never talk with her about work and when she left it was never mentioned. It was her past and mine as well and we moved on.

She mentioned taking me on tours of GDL since she has a friend that works for Volaris and can get discounts. I understand I need to get over my insecurities and my past as well as hers. It is just strange to me that she is so hot, passionate, and obsessed with me, but maybe my exwife was a different type of Mexican and grew up in a more privileged class as they had maids and she didn't go without. This girl was genuinely crying at the dinner table trying to explain to me she understands the worth of a dollar and appreciates the help I offer. She has been on her own since 17 and never asked her family for assistance as she knows they have their own debts and challenges. She doesn't want to burden anyone.

Every place we go she wants to hand out money to the less fortunate, but I told her you'll go broke doing that and some people need to find their own work instead of a handout. She said everyone in Mexico relies on tips. We went to the car wash and the guy that sprayed the car down got a tip along with the guy that dried the car off. I told her you only tip at the end. Also paying for parking everywhere is annoying in Mexico. I don't understand how these large malls have to nickel and dime you for parking. I got to experience getting license plates in Tijuana and apparently you have to pay everyone a "tip" to make the process more smooth. It took her 3 hours to get the placas and some people said they had been waiting over 6-8 hours. It is like the Wild West where everyone requires a tip to reduce the hassle of dealing with the more rigid process.

She did tell me that if we are serious than I should meet her family, but if not then I could at a later date. She doesn't want her family to meet someone that isn't serious. She seems to have an extensive family all over Mexico. I haven't experienced any negative things from her which is odd as I'm just waiting for the cold and heartless woman to reveal themselves. Who knows what will happen? She seems genuine and seems to have a normal relationship with her family and cousins.

Also any suggestions on must do in Mexico City would be appreciated. We will be in the city for 4 days and only 1 of them we have to make getting the passport a priority in Coyoacan.

[Bunter Hiden]

Concerning the six month visa thing. I'm on my third go around and I think it's a deal if you go to play in Tijuana often. Careful though. The last time I renewed the dude said he could not accept my global entry card. He said I had to have passport. After a bit of a stare off and the fact that I had $30 out he accepted my idea of using the info off the expired one. I doubt heavily that money ever makes it to the national treasury.