With all of the shocking news reports of violent crime in Tijuana over the past decade, many travelers have gotten the idea that the city is too dangerous to visit. This guide answers the question ‘Is Tijuana Safe?’ This guide outlines all of the crimes and scams that exist in Tijuana and explains some precautions …
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Medical tourism in Tijuana is booming. Thousands of Americans travel across the border for healthcare each year. People commonly travel to Mexico for dental procedures, to purchase prescription medications, to receive specialized treatments, and for cosmetic surgery. Healthcare in Tijuana is not only of high quality, it’s also competitively priced. Whether you are considering getting …
Traveling from Tijuana to Tecate is quick and easy. The two cities sit just 32 miles (51 km) apart. Travel time averages around 1 hour. This guide outlines how to travel from Tijuana to Tecate, step by step. There are four ways to make this trip. You can drive, take public transport, take a taxi, …
A visit to Tijuana makes for an excellent day trip. The city is famous for its wild nightlife. It’s also packed full of Mexican culture. In recent years, Tijuana has also become an amazing food and drink destination. In this guide, I’ll list the 34 best things to do in Tijuana. Under each destination, I’ll …
Traveling from Tijuana to Mexicali is pretty straightforward. The two cities sit 115 miles apart (185 km). Travel time is about 2.5-3.5 hours. This guide explains how to travel from Tijuana to Mexicali, step-by-step. There are two ways to make this trip. You can take the bus or you can drive yourself. It is also …
The San Diego trolley is a fast, affordable, and convenient way to travel from San Diego to Tijuana. This light rail system runs around 17 miles from San Diego to the city of San Ysidro and the main border crossing, called PedEast. The trip takes around 45 minutes. In this guide, I’ll explain how to …
Traveling from Tijuana to Ensenada is pretty straightforward. The two cities sit just 65 miles apart. They are connected with two well-maintained highways. This guide explains how to travel from Tijuana to Ensenada, step-by-step. There are two ways to make this trip. You can take the bus or you can drive. In the first section …
Traveling from Tijuana to Rosarito is pretty quick and easy. The cities sit just 14 miles (22 km) apart. Travel time averages around 35 minutes. This guide outlines, step-by-step, how to travel from Tijuana to Rosarito. There are four ways to make this trip. You can drive, take a taxi, take public transportation, or take …
Planning a day trip to Tijuana? This guide outlines how to visit Tijuana from San Diego. I’ll explain how to travel from San Deigo 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 share …
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 …