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Inside Background
Culture 
Speaking Spanish: Pretty much everyone in the Tourist Zone of Ensenada speaks...
Last edited: December 17, 2006
Health & Safety 
Tips to Avoid Trouble: Ensenada is for the most part a reasonably safe place to...
Last edited: April 26, 2006
History 
The first European to explore the future Ensenada, was Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo...
Last edited: August 06, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
The main tourism office is located on Blvd. Costero (just south of the cruise...
Last edited: November 08, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Typical Ensenada Weather: Ensenada weather is considered to be Medeteranian...
Last edited: January 10, 2008
Living in Ensenada 
Listed here are some tips and advice for those who may be contemplating...
Last edited: May 24, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Driving Tips: When you cross the border to Mexico in one of the nothing to...
Last edited: July 31, 2007
Getting Around 
Rent some wheels Although you can get just about everywhere you need to go by...
Last edited: December 10, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis The main Yellow Cab Taxi stand can be found at the corner of Lopez Mateos...
Last edited: December 10, 2006
Getting to Ensenada 
Getting to Ensenada is fairly easy whether you drive down or take public...
Last edited: May 03, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
Some of the popular events in Ensenada include: Baja 500/1000 Off Road Races...
Last edited: November 08, 2006
Nightlife 
Hussong's Cantina Hussongs Cantina located on Ave. Ruiz is Baja's oldest bar...
Last edited: November 08, 2006
Off the Beaten Path 
If you are driving down to Ensenada, you may enjoy the scenic view from a rest...
Last edited: April 26, 2006
Shopping 
The main shopping area in the tourist zone along Lopez Mateos is appealing with...
Last edited: April 02, 2008
Sports & Activities 
Tecate / Score Off-Road Racing: Off-road racing is probably the largest...
Last edited: June 01, 2008
Summer Wine festival 
In spanish, FIESTAS DE LA VENDIMIA, it`s an INTERNATIONAL anual event that...
Last edited: June 23, 2006
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Inside Dining Scene
Cheap Eats 
It doesn't get much cheaper than eating at one of the many street stands. Some...
Last edited: November 08, 2006
French 
Should you desire a break from all the fine mexican food, the El Rey Sol...
Last edited: November 08, 2006
Mexican 
Sanborn's is a nice family style restaurant in the Plaza Marina Center on Blvd...
Last edited: February 03, 2007
Seafood 
The following seafood restaurants have been recommended in the forum: Mahi Mahi...
Last edited: November 08, 2006
Vegetarian 
Whether you are a full time vegetarian or just looking for a tasty change from...
Last edited: November 08, 2006
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Inside Mexico: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
    The national currency of Mexico is the Peso.  When you see prices listed...
Last edited: April 28, 2008
Crossing the Border 
As of January 23, 2007, passports will be required for all U.S. citizens...
Last edited: January 16, 2008
Emergencies 
Puerto Vallarta  When a car accident occurs in Puerta Vallarta all cars...
Last edited: April 25, 2008
Important Phrases 
Phrases and words that may be helpful to you while in Mexico include: The...
Last edited: July 25, 2008
Telephones 
52 (Five Two) is the International Country Code for calling Mexico. 00 (zero...
Last edited: June 11, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tip Calculation Since most travelers in Mexico come from the United States and...
Last edited: July 11, 2008
Arrival at PVR 
Below is a step-by-step description of what to expect when arriving at the...
Last edited: July 11, 2006
ATMS and Credit Cards 
You can use a checking bankcard, credit card or debit card, and will find ATM...
Last edited: May 21, 2008
Bus Travel  
For those of you who haven't used it, Mexico has an excellent intercity bus...
Last edited: October 16, 2007
Currency While in Mexico 
The currency used in Mexico is the Mexican Peso. Many people make the mistake...
Last edited: July 02, 2008
Embassies and Consulates 
UNITED STATES United States Embassy in Mexico : Paseo de la Reforma 305, Col...
Last edited: December 19, 2006
Phoning Abroad 
In the past the least expensive means to call the U.S., Canada or Europe from...
Last edited: June 07, 2008
Public Safety & Security 
Concerns for safety and security in Mexico have risen steadily over the past...
Last edited: May 21, 2008
Timeshare and Consumer Complaints  
The following is from Profeco, the Mexican Governments Consumer Agency for...
Last edited: June 15, 2007
Vallarta Safety 
Vallarta is extremely safe. It is much safer than most large US cities. Of...
Last edited: December 29, 2007
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