On Sunday, July 3rd, 2011, the 115ft long – fishing vessel that was charted by 27 Americans for a week-long trip, capsized at night after encountering a storm and sank immediately, approximately 75 miles south of San Felipe. Let me begin by expressing my sympathies to the families of the 7 people who died in the sinking of the fishing boat "Erik"... Read more...
Mexico revised many of its importation rules in 2014 and some of them can be a shocker when you cross the border. Most personal import items are subject to 16% IVA, but tobaccos and alcohols can really sting.Here is a quick run down of importation of personal goods into Mexico. This information is taken directly from the SAT Aduanas website, but... Read more...
On January 1, 2021 Mexico raised its minimum wage to $141.70 Mexican pesos per day. At the current exchange rate of roughly 20:1 that's about $7.08 a day. When this article was initially authored in 2017 the minimum wage was $88.36 pesos per day, equivalent to $4.71USD. In effect, the Mexican minimum wage has risen 50% in spending power in... Read more...
Buying property in ANY country can be stressful. A property investment in Mexico can be just as safe and secure as in the U.S. or Canada… IF it is done correctly!Here are some guidelines for success in a real estate acquisition in Mexico:1. Be sure the agent you select to represent you is a real estate professional. He or she... Read more...
The marine industry in La Paz will take another big step in modernization this fall as Navales Servicos La Paz S.A. de CV brings into service their 200 ton Travel Lift. The new facilities will open the door to local boatyard services to the growing number of large power and sail yachts that have discovered the boundless adventures of the Sea... Read more...
This classic well maintained 1980 Hunter Cherubini Cutter is cruise ready in the Sea of Cortez. Rugged construction and quick under sail, the perfect Sea of Cortez Cruiser or weekend adventurer. Our refit is nearly completed with more than $8,000 worth of upgrades including a solid rig, new interior, new dodgers, new lifelines recently hauled,... Read more...
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Driving in Mexico can be an enriching experience if you know the rules of the road. These are slightly different from the US in that there are cultural disparities in the way drivers act. There are also right ways of driving in Mexico that will ensure your safety while on the road. Here are 9 safety tips you should keep in mind when driving in... Read more...
Although Gray Grahams's road report from June of 2013 is more than a little outdated, what he has to say about qualifying your source of your Baja information remains timeless...As Gary wrote: After my customary two-day drive down the peninsula, I arrived in Los Barriles Tuesday June 10, in the afternoon Prior to my departure, several posts... Read more...
She had never seen me before. I had, however been observing her for some time. She moved closer bringing the child with her. No fear. No reluctance. She urged the child forward. As the child drew near I got down on my knees and waited. Finally both mother and child were there. I think that I held my breath... Read more...
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