Driving to the Sentri Lane at San Ysidro is only possible using a few different routes. It’s extremely important to understand that Google Maps is NOT accurate for directions. In fact, the border lanes at most crossings are not reliable with mapping apps and you are best off researching and […]
Author: Zach Lazzari
Buyers Guide: Instant Mexican Auto Insurance
With technology today, it has never been easier to quote and bind insurance. We have worked hard to create a very fast and efficient system for buying instant Mexican auto insurance policies. Whether you are ready to cross the border immediately or planning a trip in advance, you can save […]
Global Entry for Traveling to Mexico and Beyond
For travelers wanting to expedite through land and airport customs checks, Global Entry cards are the best option. Completing the application process and receiving approval means you are a low risk traveler who can move quickly through customs in special lines. It means lower wait times and fewer headaches for […]
Using a Sentri Pass at Border Crossings
So you’re a regular border hopper and you’re tired of waiting in long general lines. The Sentri Lanes offer a means of crossing the border quickly through a card carrying program. You can only use these lanes with an official Sentri Card that is awarded after an application process. For […]
Mexico Border: How to Use the Ready Lane
When you drive from Mexico back into the US, there are three lane options – Sentri, Ready and All Traffic. For the average person who crosses occasionally, all traffic is the primary option. These lanes are also the busiest and slowest when traffic peaks. Sentri Lanes require a special pass […]
La Ventana Baja Sur Visitor’s Guide
Visiting Baja Sur isn’t complete without a trip to the wonderful towns of La Ventana and El Sargento. This destination is popular for wind sports in the winter months and the overall location is beautiful. It’s also one of the rare places that offers maintained trail systems alongside great beach […]
San Felipe Baja Mexico Travel Guide
San Felipe Mexico is located in northern Baja on the Sea of Cortez. It’s a short drive from the US-Mexico border to town and it’s a popular spot for visitors from the US and Canada. It has plenty of options for lodging with hotels and RV parks and it’s an […]
Camping in San Felipe Baja
For those who want a short drive from the border to reach big sandy beaches on the Sea of Cortez, San Felipe is an attractive destination. It’s always my first stop on the road south and my last on the return trip. I love the number of camping options in […]
Laguna Ojo de Liebre – Visiting a Magical Lagoon
Most visitors come for the whales but Ojo de Liebre is a fantastic ecosystem to experience year-round. Guerrero Negro is the primary hub for reaching this area but there are also a few other entry points with one that is particularly attractive for camping. I’ve stopped in this area on […]
Visiting Puerto Adolfo Lopez Mateos
While many Baja visitors are familiar with the magic of Magdalena Bay, very few reach this small seaside town on the northside of the bay. Situated against backwaters and mangroves channels, it’s best known for whale watching and fishing. Puerto Adolfo Lopez Mateos is quiet, simple and it has plenty […]