Baja California, Mexico

Just south of San Diego's border you will find yourself in another world. Tijuana, Rosarito and Ensenada are three cities close to the border with easy transportation to and from the United States. Waterfront hotels and restaurants offer a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere for all vacationers. If you are not a citizen of the U.S. you will need your passport and a Multiple Entry Visa or the Visa Waiver I-94 Form to visit Mexico. A Tourist Visa is needed for a foreigner who wants to stay more than 72 hours or wants to travel further south than the checkpoint just south of Maneadero at El Zorillo near km 31.5 (about 19 miles south of Ensenada on the Transpeninsular Highway). On the east coast of Baja, the Visa is needed if traveling south of San Felipe. In order to obtain a Tourist Visa, valid for up to six months, you must present a valid passport or original/certified birth certificate and valid drivers license or photo ID. Once you have filled out the Visa form and had it stamped you must pay a fee (currently $170 pesos or its equivalent in U.S. dollars) at a Mexican bank before leaving the country. The Visa and fee is applicable for visitors of all ages. For up-to-date information on requirements and procedures contact Instant Mexican Insurance Services at 619-428-4714.

ENSENADA:
Enjoy ENSENADA Known as the "Cinderella of the Pacific", Ensenada is located 70 miles south of the international border, a 90-minute drive from San Diego. Its warm Mediterranean climate, friendly atmosphere and accessibility by land, air, and sea have made Ensenada a favorite tourist destination for many years, and Mexico's second most-visited port-of-call for major cruise lines and pleasure boats. Purchase your ENSENADA CARD at the San Diego Visitor Information Center in Mission Bay Park before heading south across the Border and you will save a tremendous amount of money when visiting Ensenada, and be guided to the participating members which include great restaurants, hotels, shops, and more....Visit Ensenada's website (see Ensenada link above) for the complete list of participating members. Carry this card, which is endorsed by the Mayor of Ensenada, and is complete with a toll-free number should you need assistance when traveling.

TIJUANA:
Welcome to Tijuana where the traditions of Mexico come together: Just 25 miles south of San Diego, Tijuana plays host to a variety of attractions. There is something for everyone including shopping, dining and night clubs as well as greyhound races, museums and golf. Yearly artistic, cultural events invite you to experience first hand the Mexican traditions and history. Visit the Information Center on Avenida Revolucion between 3rd and 4th Street.

BORDER STATION PARKING:
Mexico border parking on the U.S. side. 619-428-1422
24 Hour secure, fenced, and well-lit, one day or long term. $1.00 off coupon available at our Center. Take the shuttle from this parking lot to Tijuana or Rosarito.

BAJA BOUND INSURANCE SERVICES:
Baja Bound make mandatory Mexican Insurance an easy, convenient product to purchase at home or in the office online in a matter of minutes. The streamlined interface enables the insurance customer to enter information into a few forms and then immediately print out the official certificate of Mexican Insurance. 888-552-2252

ROSARITO:
Rosarito has been a favorite getaway for Southern Californians since the first movie stars began coming here to play in the 1930s. Over the years it has grown into a booming beach-front community with luxurious resort hotels, top notch restaurants and night clubs and world class shopping. In Rosarito, prices are affordable and their warm, friendly hospitality is legendary.