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Driving in Baja
Homeowner's
and Auto Policies Online
The official Insider Insurance provider can write your binder right here, in minutes for your car or property in Mexico
Taking
the Baja Ferry
Taking the ferry after traveling the toll roads of the mainland is one way to get home to La Paz, not always the smoothest route.
About
Tijuana, Baja California
The largest city on the Baja peninsula is one of the most recent to emerge. Fueled by proximity to San Diego, trade & tourism.
Shopping
for Mexican Auto Insurance
Some tips from an insurance pro on what you should look for in an Insurance policy. Driving without insurance can be risky.
Baja
Mileage Chart
Driving Baja soon? Jim created this colorful graphic mileage chart for your dashboard or map folder.
GPS Mapping for Baja
GPS maps of Baja are here! Plug in and explore. Works with Garmin GPS units that use MapSource™ software.
Avoiding
Auto Accident in Mexico
Here are some helpful tips from veterans for making your baja driving experience safe and enjoyable.
Outfitting
the Ultimate Baja RV
Larry Buck of has built cars, boats and planes . Here's how he outfitted his diesel RV to be his Baja Exploration Vehicle.
Old
Troopers End up in Baja
The Isuzu Trooper, some of them up to 20 years old, still are making their mark on the roads of Baja./
Pet Friendly
Hotels for Traveling Baja
Traveling with dogs is general easier in Mexico than the US. Ann Hazard looks at the places pet friendly in Baja.
Baja
Road Trip
Join four old friends as they travel Baja, Mexico. A real adventure to some of those more out of the way locations!
Bad
Cop - No Donut, in Constitucion
We take a look at why it is happening and what you can do to minimize your exposure and costs when driving in Mexico.
Gas
Prices in Mexico
With soaring gas prices, many are driving to Mexico to tank up. We also look to see if it is worth it to 'cross for gas.'
Baja
Road Report
The latest changes in the roadway just south of the border in San Ysidro. Also, a top to bottom road report with an 'all clear'.
A
Motorcycle Adventure to Baja Sur
With more than 9000 miles these New England riders bring us a first hand reader's tale of their experiences in Baja.
Military
Checkpoints in Mexico
When driving Baja the next curve could reveal a military checkpoint. Outdoor author Gary Graham takes us through the steps.
Driving
from San Diego to Cabo
Take this tour down Mexico's Highway 1 and see some of the sights worth stopping for in your travels. There is a lot of Baja out there
Driving
the Baja Sur Loop
Hwy 1 splits just south of La Paz into Hwy 19, to the Pacific Coast and Hwy 1 along the Sea of Cortez.
San
Ignacio - Land of Palm & Calm
Just a step off of Baja Hwy 1, a visit to this little town will bring you right down to Baja speed.
The
History of the SUV
The follow on article to Cars for Desert Roads revisit the vehicle that made the early Baja road trips, the Willys Jeep.
Tips
for Driving in Baja California
It isn't hardly even a challenge anymore. The roads are well paved and gas is every where. Some tips that could save you.
After
an Auto Accident in Mexico
I had my first accident in Mexico. May our readers benefit from my misfortune in this account of what happens after the crash.
Tijuana
and the Baja Traveler
A little art and lunch at Rosarito's Chang's Restaurant. A peek at some real estate in the area too.
Malarrimo
Beach on the Pacific
It's a bit off the beaten path but Malarrimo Beach is where more than whales come to rest. Often called the junkyard of the Pacific
SUV's;
The Car for Desert Roads
Our Baja roads are better than they have ever been. We have tips for picking a Baja ride.