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Top 15 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs
There are elements of successful entrepreneurs that are basic, regardless of the business idea. For many successful founders, such as Ilana Golan (founder of Golan Ventures Inc.), perseverance is one of the most vital traits for any entrepreneurial spirit since "this is an extremely tough journey” and requires a lot of courage. The truth is […]
Baja Window to the South: 85% of Mexican wine production happens in Baja California
Marco Amador, one of the most renowned wine personalities of Baja California, a sommelier at L.A. Cetto in Valle de Guadalupe, is currently the owner of La Botella Wine Bar in The Park, where one can find a variety of wines from the valley and even other parts of Mexico. He was interviewed to talk […]
21 tips from successful entrepreneurs for startups
If you are worried that your company's profits are decreasing more and more and you have losses, you must find out what is causing this situation to solve it. Strategic planning, for example, is one of the tools that can help you anticipate these losses and respond effectively to achieve business survival and profitability. So, […]
Marina del Pilar is ranked as one of the best governors in Mexico
Massive Caller revealed through its monthly governor’s approval rating poll that Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, Governor of Baja California, has one of the highest approval ratings among her citizens. The Governor was placed in 3rd place nationwide with a 58.5% approval rating, while also being among the first places regarding perception of crime and […]
San Diegans mistrust Georgette Gómez after not reporting $100,000 dollars in taxes in the past
Elections for San Diego County’s 80th Assembly District will take place next April 5th and this year there are three candidates that stand out: Georgette Gómez and David Álvarez, both Democrats, and Republican Lindon Pickard, who has been previously a candidate for this seat. Despite this, not all candidates have a good reputation and such […]
Marina del Pilar administration and Sonora join forces to promote new Tijuana-Puerto Peñasco route
Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda and Alfonso Durazo Montaño, Governors of Baja California and Sonora respectively, will create functional communication outlines in order to attract tourism to both regions by working together. That was stated by Governor Marina del Pilar who expressed her willingness to continue working with Alfonso Durazo in close cooperation as well […]
Marina del Pilar administration will grant higher education to Villa del Campo, Tijuana
TIJUANA.- This week the state administration announced that a new high school educational space will be available in Villa del Campo neighborhood. Baja California’s Governor, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, revealed that the work is being done immediately so that this area of the municipality has first-rate facilities. In an event that took place this […]
What makes Tijuana a leader in alternative cancer treatments?
Little by little, Tijuana has become the capital of medical tourism in Mexico. In the last few years, the city’s fame in this sector has grown considerably and become recognizable all around the world, especially in the border city of San Diego, USA, where most patients that receive treatment in Tijuana are from. The proximity […]
Tacos La Araña in Rosarito gets a rating of 6 for their dry meat and “oldish” guacamole
In this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Rosarito, our host Chef Danny Betancourt visited “Tacos La Araña” located in Benito Juárez 22706, on the free Tijuana-Rosarito highway. Two tacos were tried here: a carne asada (grilled meat) taco and a grilled chicken taco, both priced at $1.3 dollars (26 pesos). Asada Taco The first thing […]
The Best Mexican Food Restaurants in San Diego
Tacos al pastor, chiles en nogada, cochinita pibil, mole poblano, pozole…The list is endless! If Mexican food is known for something, it is by its great variety of dishes. Why’s that? Well, each state has its own recipes and culinary traditions. Nowadays, in San Diego, many options bring us closer to the authentic taste of […]
Baja Window to the South: An organization that looks to plant 5 million native trees in Baja California
In every Baja Window to the South episode there is a special guest that is essential to Baja California’s development. This time the guest was Octavio López, an arborist and ecologist that is involved in activities to replant millions of Baja Californian trees. He is also a Director of Nación Verde, the largest native plant […]
Salvia Blanca is rated as Valle de Guadalupe’s best restaurant on TripAdvisor
Once again Valle de Guadalupe is ranked as one of the best touristic, gastronomic destinations, since recommendation website TripAdvisor has highlighted Salvia Blanca as the best rated restaurant of the region. If you are thinking about going to Baja California, don’t miss going to Salvia Blanca! Salvia Blanca restaurant is located at Contemplación Hotel Boutique, […]
Government of Baja California announces they will continue coverage of school accidents
The Secretariat of Education reported the recent incorporation of assistance clinics in case of accidents during school hours. The school insurance ”Umbrella” benefits all basic education students in Tijuana public schools with 6 clinics and 6 specialists. Regarding this, the Secretary of Education, Gerardo Arturo Solís Benavides recommends the education community to find out about […]
Tacos With Muchachos visit “El Meño” taqueria in Tijuana to taste its top taco
Tacos With Muchachos is a capsule of the Baja Window to the South show where host Scott Koenig is joined by several different guests. In this segment, Scott and his guests go around Baja California to different taco stands to try all kinds of classic, innovative, and unusual tacos. On this occasion, he is joined […]
US government advises American citizens to reconsider traveling to Baja California due to crime
The US government has asked for their citizens to reconsider their trips to Baja California due to crime and kidnapping. It has classified gang activities and violent crimes in the region as “common”. “Travelers should remain on main highways and avoid remote locations. Of particular concern is the high number of homicides in the non-tourist […]
Tijuana is the city with the most expensive basic basket in all of northern Mexico
Tijuana has been giving a lot to talk about since it is one of the cities whose supermarkets have the most expensive basic basket, not only in northern Mexico, but the entire country. This is after not appearing in the list for a few weeks, and only reentering the list in third place. Ricardo Sheffield, […]
Baja Do’s & Don’ts: Tips for Americans who will visit Baja California
Visiting Baja California for the first time can be a little complicated, especially if you are American and are not used to the traffic, the customs, the dynamics in different places, and even the exchange rate. This is why at the Baja Window to the South’s Baja Do’s & Don’ts segment we will reveal everything […]
Marina del Pilar gives hot breakfasts to Baja Californian primary schools
Baja Californian Governor, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda launched the project that will benefit boys and girls in primary school with hot breakfasts. This will happen in schools of the 7 municipalities of Baja California and represents an important aid to families who need it the most. The beginning of the project took place in […]
Ensenada could have a ferry to cross to San Diego
In order to reduce border crossing waiting times, it was revealed that a new alternate route will be opened this summer. A pilot program of a ferry that will connect Ensenada to San Diego could begin, it was revealed during a meeting through social media. In the virtual meeting, the following representatives were present: of […]
Marina del Pilar reveals steps to regularize “chocolate” cars in Baja California
Baja Californian Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda revealed that regularization of the first vehicle with foreign license plates has taken place, thanks to the new decree issued to regularize “chocolate” (illegal) cars. In Mexicali, José Daniel, owner of a Honda Accord 2012 vehicle registered his car through the Regularization of Used Foreign Vehicles Program. […]