Three lines! At the pedestrian Tijuana-San Ysidro border crossing

Waiting times to enter the United States from Tijuana are very uncertain due to the number of people and cars. Though it does depend on the date and time of day somebody decides to cross, on Monday August 22, a greater number of people were reported trying to get into the US. Users claimed that […]

August 22, 2022 at 1:09 PM PDT

Baja California: A leading state in adventure sports

The newest episode of Baja Window to the South told us many things about rappelling, sport fishing, and surf! This is a little sample of what Baja California has to offer as a place filled with extreme sports, adventure sports, and so much more. You can partake in coasteering at La Bufadora! And if you […]

August 22, 2022 at 12:39 AM PDT

Governor Marina del Pilar, along with the Government of Mexico, will strengthen water supply in the region

After Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s visit, Baja Californian Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda shared that there is close coordination and excellent work dynamics with the government of the Mexican President to address issues such as water. The state governor stated that, during the last presidential visit, the Baja Californian administration has received […]

August 21, 2022 at 3:19 PM PDT

Marina del Pilar announces retirement fund for police officers

Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda announced the appointment of a retirement fund for state and municipal police officers. This council will manage 250 million pesos. The governor reiterated the importance of the social security and proper retirement that police officers must have, which is why since she was Municipal President of Mexicali […]

August 20, 2022 at 8:57 PM PDT

Chorizo taco and peanut sauce by “Taco-N-Todo” surprise in Tijuana

On this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana our host Chef Danny Betancourt went to “Taco-N-Todo” located at Av. Aguascalientes 8591, Juárez. On this occasion he tried two tacos: an arrachera taco priced at $3.25 dollars ($65 pesos) and a chorizo taco priced at $1.75 dollars ($35 pesos). Arrachera Taco This taco has arrachera meat, […]

August 20, 2022 at 4:00 PM PDT

Immunity Therapy Center focuses on the physical, spiritual, and mental health of their patients: Baja Window to the South

Cancer is a disease with several variants and intensities. Tijuana is known for its medical tourism, as such, this city is home to Immunity Therapy Center (ITC), a medical facility that provides a variety of treatments for cancer and other diseases. The founder of this medical facility is Dr. Carlos Bautista who had always dreamt […]

August 19, 2022 at 7:03 PM PDT

Tijuana Airport is checking that Americans have valid paperwork for their stay in Mexico

Trips to Mexico from the United States are quite frequent both through the border and Tijuana’s International Airport. Thousands of Americans come to Mexico throughout the year, especially in vacation season. However, as with any other point of entry, one must have the necessary permits. Currently, authorities of the National Immigration Institute (INM) have been […]

August 19, 2022 at 2:48 PM PDT

AMLO makes it clear: he supports Governor Marina del Pilar after attacks by Jaime Bonilla

The President of Mexico Andrés Manuel López Obrador went to Tijuana to address vital and important issues, one of which is security. Due to what happened last Friday, when the wave of violence exploded in the city and several vehicles were set on fire causing panic and fear in people, the general public is looking […]

August 19, 2022 at 1:34 PM PDT

San Diego will inaugurate construction of the last section of the Otay Mesa toll-based border crossing

On August 22, an inauguration ceremony with San Diego officials will take place at the Otay Mesa toll-based border crossing, before construction teams begin their work. This was announced by Caltrans and SANDAG in a news release. It is true, this border crossing will make you avoid long waiting times when crossing the border and […]

August 19, 2022 at 10:01 AM PDT

“Cachanilla” taco by “Asadero El Tecolote” in Tijuana impresses due to its great size

On this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host Chef Danny Betancourt went to “Asadero El Tecolote” located at Abelardo L. Rodríguez, Zona Río. On this occasion he tried two tacos: an al pastor taco priced at $2 dollars ($40 pesos) and a Cachanilla taco priced at $3.5 dollars ($70 pesos). Cachanilla Taco This […]

August 18, 2022 at 6:49 PM PDT

New Birriería y Menudería Guadalajara branch will bring authentic Mexican flavors to the “other side of the border”

Chula Vista is a very lucky area of San Diego, since they will be able to enjoy the seasoning of a delicious Guadalajara-style birria that has crossed the border to delight everyone with its unique and exquisite flavor. Birriería y Menudería Guadalajara will delight more than one US and Mexican palate. This new restaurant’s mission, […]

August 18, 2022 at 2:36 PM PDT

MORENA backs Governor Marina del Pilar due to attacks by Jaime Bonilla

After Jaime Bonilla Valdez, former governor of Baja California, claimed that during his administration there was peace and criticized current governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, important MORENA party members, which they both belong to, have stopped being silent and taken positions. Mario Delgado, MORENA party president, defended Marina del Pilar through a statement and […]

August 18, 2022 at 12:47 PM PDT

Tijuana native chef Ruffo Ibarra will throw first pitch at Padres vs. Dodgers game

Tijuana has several people who have become internationally famous in several fields. One of these is chef Ruffo Ibarra who has been invited as a guest to throw first pitch at the baseball match between Padres vs. Dodgers at Petco Park next September 28. The famous chef stated how excited he felt in representing Baja […]

August 17, 2022 at 7:23 PM PDT

Governor Marina del Pilar recognizes actions by Special Forces against violence in Baja California

During today’s press conference, the governor recognized that, after the violent acts that took place on Friday August 12 and whose scale has been unprecedented in Baja California, the response by Special Forces in coordination with the National Guard has meant a direct response of federal support for Baja California. This has resulted in the […]

August 17, 2022 at 6:07 PM PDT

US government recommends reconsidering travel to Baja California due to wave of violence

The constant attacks by criminal groups in several Mexican cities have caused the US government to warn its citizens to think about their reasons for visiting Mexico. The incidents that occurred less than a week ago and have become a before and after in the country regarding security matters have made the news internationally, with […]

August 17, 2022 at 4:02 PM PDT

Tijuana opens exclusive bar inspired by Casino Agua Caliente’s golden age

During the times of Prohibition in the United States, there were speakeasies, secret illicit bars that sold alcohol. However, some Americans, especially California residents, had a small paradise where they could have fun and drinks without worrying about their country’s law enforcement. What was this small paradise? Tijuana, specifically, the now-defunct Casino Agua Caliente, a […]

August 17, 2022 at 12:59 PM PDT

100,000 lobsters are consumed every year due to delicious Puerto Nuevo cuisine

Rosarito is a Baja Californian municipality located in the Mexican Pacific coastline right next to Tijuana and is 20 miles away from the US border and this border city. It is one of the greatest tourist destinations of the state; a perfect place for surfing. Surfers arrive every year to local beaches looking for the […]

August 17, 2022 at 12:47 PM PDT

Marina del Pilar celebrates arrival of the Mexican Army’s Special Forces in Baja California

Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar received more than 300 members of the Mexican Army’s Special Forces that have arrived in Baja California to strengthen Baja Californians’ safety. She also acknowledged the government of Mexico for all the support they have given in the least amount of time possible, reaffirming their willingness to keep working […]

August 16, 2022 at 7:52 PM PDT

“Tacos y Tortas Ahogadas El Tío Pepe” in Tijuana fails the tortilla test

On this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana our host Chef Danny Betancourt went to “Tacos y Tortas Ahogadas El Tío Pepe” located at José López Portillo, Colonia Gabilondo. On this occasion he tried two tacos: a carnitas taco priced at $2 dollars ($40 pesos) and a Chavez Especial taco priced at $3.25 dollars ($65 […]

August 16, 2022 at 7:01 PM PDT

Belinda will return to Tijuana after 6 years with new tour

Tijuana concerts have been returning little by little following the COVID-19 pandemic and though the city has had several different shows throughout the year with several more confirmed for the later half of 2022, it has just been announced that Belinda will come to Tijuana to delight us with her greatest hits. According to a […]

August 16, 2022 at 3:39 PM PDT