While preparing for your next big trip, one of the more difficult decisions you’ll need to make is whether or not you want to travel with a laptop. If you do decide to pack your laptop, how will you protect it from damage and theft? How will you protect your privacy and keep your data …
Zachary Friedman
Tijuana police corruption has been a serious problem for decades. It is not uncommon for a Tijuana police officer to stop tourists and demand that they pay a bribe or ‘mordida’ in Spanish. This can happen while you’re driving around town or simply walking down the street. In this guide, I outline Tijuana police corruption …
While traveling, sometimes you just want to cook a quick and healthy meal and get on with your day. This guide outlines how to cook in a hotel room without a kitchen. I’ll explain exactly what tools, appliances, and utensils you need to pack to prepare simple, affordable, and most importantly healthy meals while traveling. …
When choosing bike wheels, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is which material to go with. Bike wheels are made from either aluminum or carbon fiber. Upgrading from aluminum wheels to premium carbon wheels can reduce weight, increase speed, and improve the overall performance of any bike. There are some drawbacks. …
Proof of onward travel is becoming a common and annoying travel requirement. An increasing number of countries are requiring that you show a valid ticket out of the country before you’re allowed to enter or even board your flight. This proves that you intend to leave the country and not overstay your tourist visa. While …
One of the most important decisions you’ll have to make when choosing an ebike is whether you want to go with a mid-drive or hub motor design. Mid-drive motors are located in the center of the frame, between the peddles and applies power through the chain. Hub drive motors are built into one of the …
With over 1.5 million retirees, ex-pats, and digital nomads, Mexico is the most popular destination for Americans and Canadians who want to live abroad. The country offers a low cost of living, excellent climate, world-class cuisine, affordable healthcare, easy visas, friendly locals, and a high quality of life. This guide outlines 34 of the best …
The fastest and easiest way to travel to Tijuana is to drive to the border, park your car in San Ysidro on the U.S. side, and walk across one of the pedestrian crossings. One of the most popular parking lots is called Border Station Parking. Unfortunately, the cost of San Ysidro border parking is high. …
Planning a day trip to Tijuana? This guide outlines how to visit Tijuana from San Diego, step-by-step. I’ll explain how to travel from San Diego to Tijuana and how to cross the border. I’ll list some of the best things to do in Tijuana and share some bar, restaurant, hotel, and nightlife recommendations. Finally, I’ll …
Mexico offers visa-free entry to those who hold passports from countries on its no visa required list. Instead of a Mexican visa, visitors must obtain an FMM tourist permit (Forma Migratoria Múltiple). This document allows you to stay in Mexico for the purpose of tourism or business for up to 180 days. The FMM currently …