Streetwalker Reports

[TomJackin]

I returned to the border and also noticed that there were girls with little dresses coming into Mexico as I was leaving Mexico. These ladies were looking good in there little dresses. My question is where do they party at. I'm planning a trip on Labor Day weekend and would like to go to where they are partying at. I've only been to Tijuana once and I'm hooked.

These are teens and can not drink in the US, so the 18-20 girls party in Tijuana. They party at places like Cats and other discos.

[Phordphan]

But Global Entry and Sentri are not "just to enter their own country" as you have put it. It is just to enter their own country on their own recognizance with much less of a chance of being searched. The way you talk it seems that you have not been to many countries. Have you ever been to Israel? That that is probably the toughest immigration on the planet. Also most countries make EVERYONE put their bag through an x-ray machine upon entering the country. The USA does not do this to citizens or foreigners. The USA also does not require anyone to be processed out of the country. What other country lets you leave without checking with immigration first?

I've been to quite a few places, but Israel isn't one of them. Maybe I can cut them some slack because so many people want them dead. Maybe some of that is their own fault, but that's a discussion for another day.

Have you been to Tijuana lately? Everybody coming back (on foot) to the US has to put their backpack, purse, luggage, etc, through an x-ray machine. I think the reason that we don't x-ray the bags coming in to the airports (assuming we still don't) is that they were already scanned when they left the originating airport. So, six of one, half a dozen of the other.

I think an American leaving does "check" with Immigration before leaving. It's just a lot more behind the scenes. I know I have to present a valid passport when purchasing a ticket and at the check in desk, where they scan it or otherwise put in the information. I know they check it at the gate, and I've been stopped when I had fewer than six months remaining on it so they could double check with the destination country. And I know my name and passport number wind up on the flight manifest (and in TSA's grubby little hands) before takeoff. And I know that when I underwent my background checks they had a pretty good idea of the places I'd been. So, I submit that Americans do, indeed, go through some form of check-in with Immigration, it's just not in a traditional form. Uncle is still keeping track of you. Mexico was always an exception. Not any more.

Not this year, but last year when it was still available, I had the Thai Airways non-stop from BKK to LAX. My checked luggage was scanned, as far as I know. My carry-ons were x-rayed. The embarrassed-as-all-hell Thai Airways staff had to hand-search all carry-ons at the gate and pat down all the passengers. So, my GOES card basically allowed me to skip the hellaciously long line at Tom Bradley. I think I was subjected to about the same level of scrutiny as all the other non-GOES passengers, but with a far less likely chance of going to secondary inspection. Is the country a lot safer because of this? I think that can be debated.

[Mr Enternational]

I absolutely object to a background check of a natural-born citizen just to enter their own country. We're going home, not to some high-level super-secret military installation. No other country I can think of immediately suspects all citizens of smuggling, or worse, just because they left the country.

But Global Entry and Sentri are not "just to enter their own country" as you have put it. It is just to enter their own country on their own recognizance with much less of a chance of being searched. The way you talk it seems that you have not been to many countries. (But I know you are a traveler since I know you from the Thailand forum.) Have you ever been to Israel? That that is probably the toughest immigration on the planet. Also most countries make EVERYONE put their bag through an x-ray machine upon entering the country. The USA does not do this to citizens or foreigners. The USA also does not require anyone to be processed out of the country. What other country lets you leave without checking with immigration first?

[Hargow20]

Customs accepts a birth certificate. But sometimes they will complain.

A passport is a requirement. However, I think they sometimes will still accept a birth certificate. A CA Drivers License won't fly, at least officially.

Although I have philosophical objections to SENTRI and GOES, I have both and it sure makes reentry a lot easier.

[Guitarrefreak]

Has anyone tried her?

TINY (had to use CAPS to emphasize her smallness) girl outside malquerida, very sweet, big boobs.

Always wanted to give her a try, but haven't yet had the chance.

PS: what about sandra across the street outside ex-police station? Skinnier and taller looking girl (potentially a druggie)

Ended up giving her a try myself tonight, what she lacked in performance (mechanical, uber-rushed, not intentionally, just seemed like she was a little nervous) , she made up for it by having a great personality, and she was TINY!

I probably won't repeat, but fellow mongers may like her style, she may be a potentially good one for an overnight (Attitude counts!)

[ItsMeBeyatch]

There should be a line for only USA born citizens. Like the Sentri line. 3 total lines. Yes I am asking for special treatment if you call being let into your own country in a timely manner special. Basically it should be prioritized. Natural born citizen get priority over everyone except the pre approved Sentri card holders.

It is my philosophical objection to SENTRI, GOES, the TSA and DHS. I admit that it saves time at the border. However it's simply "Security Theater." Oh, and just about any citizen can get a SENTRI, it's just that nobody wants one. It's far easier just to skip Tijuana altogether than go through the hassle.

I absolutely object to a background check of a natural-born citizen just to enter their own country. We're going home, not to some high-level super-secret military installation. No other country I can think of immediately suspects all citizens of smuggling, or worse, just because they left the country.

No real terrorist is going to smuggle bombs onto flights leaving Branson. No drug trafficker worth his salt is going to stand for 3 hours in the hot sun to walk into San Ysidro with a few grams of coke stuffed up his ass.

[ItsMeBeyatch]

We are in trouble if this is true.

Military officer Fainted? A male even? Really? And this people are in charge of our nations safety? D:

[Efjayel]

No drug trafficker worth his salt is going to stand for 3 hours in the hot sun to walk into San Ysidro with a few grams of coke stuffed up his ass.

But some do. Or at least they get mules to do it for them.

[Phordphan]

Wait is this just a rant or your response to the question of why you dislike SENTRI? I do agree that airport security has gotten ridiculous and I curse at the 9/11 dirt bags that started it all. I had to dump some expensive hair products this one time I traveled because of their, nothing bigger than 3 Oz container rule which I was not aware of until I got to the airport and its also a reason why border crossing is so slow. As for the requirement of a background check for SENTRI. It's really not so much a problem for me as I prefer that the less amount of people who qualify for SENTRI makes its that much easier for me to cross the border. I'd gladly pay double what I payed for SENTRI for the amount of time it has saved me since I started using it. So if they made it that anyone and their ex-con cousins could apply for SENTRI then it wouldn't be worth having it.

It is my philosophical objection to SENTRI, GOES, the TSA and DHS. I admit that it saves time at the border. However it's simply "Security Theater." Oh, and just about any citizen can get a SENTRI, it's just that nobody wants one. It's far easier just to skip Tijuana altogether than go through the hassle.

I absolutely object to a background check of a natural-born citizen just to enter their own country. We're going home, not to some high-level super-secret military installation. No other country I can think of immediately suspects all citizens of smuggling, or worse, just because they left the country.

No real terrorist is going to smuggle bombs onto flights leaving Branson. No drug trafficker worth his salt is going to stand for 3 hours in the hot sun to walk into San Ysidro with a few grams of coke stuffed up his ass.

[Efjayel]

Wait is this just a rant or your response to the question of why you dislike SENTRI? I do agree that airport security has gotten ridiculous and I curse at the 9/11 dirt bags that started it all. I had to dump some expensive hair products this one time I traveled because of their, nothing bigger than 3 Oz container rule which I was not aware of until I got to the airport. I also understand that 9/11 is a major reason why border crossing has gotten so slow. As for the requirement of a background check for SENTRI. It's really not so much a problem for me as I prefer that the less amount of people who qualify for SENTRI makes its that much easier for me to cross the border. I'd gladly pay double what I payed for SENTRI for the amount of time it has saved me since I started using it. So if they made it that anyone and their ex-con cousins could apply for SENTRI then it wouldn't be worth having it.

[Phordphan]

care to share them?

also, coincidentally i got some spam email and it weirdly had this written in there,

"just how safe is mexico?

outside of war zones, more americans have been killed in mexico in the last decade than in any other country outside the united states. but analysts and travel experts agree that security varies. sometimes dramatically. from place to place."

teddy kennedy's 1965 immigration bill changed forever the criteria by which we let people into this country. since then we've been importing our own terrorists. 9/11 was perpetrated by a bunch of assholes that never should have been allowed here in the first place. there have been many others, and i could go on, but you get the point.

bush's go-along-to-get-along policies following that disaster caused the dhs to be created. now we have to be strip searched every time we fly someplace, by a grossly incompetent bunch of thugs who have yet to actually nab a terrorist but have managed to confirep001e untold numbers of tweezers and cuticle scissors. we have to stand in long-assed lines to get back home if we dare to leave the boundaries of the home of the brave.

the way the usa treats natural-born citizens in their comings and goings is absolutely appalling. i know of no other country who assumes that all of their citizens are terrorists until proven otherwise. my grandfather and uncles, who all fought in wwii, would not recognize this place if they were alive today.

i can just hear grandpa today:

"what the hell do you mean i have to be strip searched by some faggot just because i want to fly from austin to kansas city?"

"but gramps, we have to let the government spy on us and treat us all like scum. we're all a nation of panty-wetters now, and uncle sam has to protect us from the meanies."

i know that would be a mighty hard sell if i were able to discuss it with him today.

so, yes, i have a philosophical objection to having to undergo background checks and pay money just to prove to some mouth-breathing sack of shit wearing a uniform that i'm not some raghead terrorist.

[Efjayel]

The Army recruiter took one look at it and fainted. When he revived he booted sonny out of the office and told him not to return until Bettie was wearing a bra. The object was to avoid offending any female service members. OMG.

Military officer Fainted? A male even? Really? And this people are in charge of our nations safety? D:

[Mr Enternational]

Hasn't it always been illegal to get tattoos and solicit prostitutes in the military? Unless I am remembering wrong. Your soul belonged to god but your ass belonged to Uncle Sam. And tattoos were considered defacing govt property. Although both infractions were tolerated. Tomjackin?

[Phordphan]

maybe, it's because it's now illegal for usa military personnel to use hookers.

"18 usc § 1384 prohibits us military to solicit legalized prostitutes abroad (1 year imprisonment)."

slim

the pc pussification of the us military is shocking. the feminazis are running the joint now, and it shows. and don't get me started on how easy it is for a female member to file false [CodeWord123] allegations.

my son joined the army a few years ago. he had a shoulder-high tattoo which was covered by a short sleeved shirt. it was a very well done pic of a kneeling bettie page wearing hose, heels and a smile. very 1940s pin-up style. not my style, but it was very well done. the army recruiter took one look at it and fainted. when he revived he booted sonny out of the office and told him not to return until bettie was wearing a bra. the object was to avoid offending any female service members. omg.

[Phordphan]

usa border crossing requirements have changed- make sure you are compliant today!

simplify your travel checklist!

starting june 1, 2009, usa citizens returning home from canada, mexico, the caribbean or bermuda, by land or sea, are required to present one of the travel documents listed below.

usa passport – this is an internationally recognized travel document that verifies a person's identity and nationality. it is accepted for travel by air, land and sea.

usa passport card – this is a new, limited-use travel document that fits in your wallet and costs less than a usa passport. it is only valid for travel by land and sea.

enhanced driver's license (edl) – several states and canadian provinces are issuing this driver's license or identification document that denotes identity and citizenship. it is specifically designed for cross-border travel into the usa by land or sea.

trusted traveler program cards – global entry, nexus, sentri or fast enrollment cards can speed your entry into the usa and are issued only to pre-approved, low-risk travelers. the cards are valid for use at land or sea; the nexus card can be used in airports with a nexus kiosk.

special groups – information for children, groups of children, native americans,"closed loop" cruises, usa lawful permanent residents, usa military, merchant mariners, ferries and small boats, and boaters.

http://www.getyouhome.gov/html/lang_eng/index.html

correct. and only a very few states issue edl, and california isn't one.

i said officially because i still see the occasional oddball with a birth certificate crossing back into the usa.