November 17, 2009

Dear BajaInsider Subscriber:

Thanksgiving is just around the corner for our US readers and lots of you are on the move south for our lovely late fall weather. We have had our first couple of north winds blow through, but the Sea of Cortez still awaits your recreation time.

An increasing number of cruisers have arrived in Baja Sur and Tomas Zyber takes some time away from the computer to explore the Sea of Cortez. This first installation of this continuing series explores northward from La Paz and the local anchorages towards Loreto. With a sail plan for Santa Rosalia and then south along the mainland coast through the winter you can get a first hand feel for the cruiser's life in the Sea.

We provide some Insider information on the Pacific Beaches of Baja Sur and some safety tips on how to make the most of your day. With the Pacific swells from arctic storms about to roll in, these beaches can be very popular surf sites, if you know where to find them.

Our sponsor CostaBaja Resort and Marina has made significant progress through the summer and fall months on the VistaMar and Las Colinas communities and the Gary Player signature golf course beginning to show some signs of greens along the hillside above the resort.

As more of you head in our direction to enjoy all the Baja has to offer, including road reports,  weather, accommodations, adventures and real estate, we hope you will turn to the BajaInsider for the best online information.

We have one of the longest articles on the Insider, chucker block full of very useful Baja travel information These insights from long time resident Günter Trebbow are well worth the read. If you are driving south through Baja we would stress two points in Günter's article, don't drive at night and don't drive without Mexican Insurance. Both are cheap and easy ways to assure your Baja adventure is more fun than headache.

So, without further ado, here are some of the stories appearing on the BajaInsider...
 

Feature Stories

Revolution Day - Viva Mexico!
November 20 is Dia de la Revolucion in Mexico, celebrating the Revolution of 1910. Banks, state and federal offices were closed Nov 16th but some events will still take place on the 20th. We give you a little background about Mexico's Revolution.

Baja Road Report
We have the conditions from San Diego to La Paz. With the winter influx about to begin the roads have been returned to great shape with just a few minor issues. The big thing to watch is your gas, with changes to available stations... Click here to submit your Road Report

Construction Blazes ahead at CostaBaja in La Paz
The VistaMar and Las Colinas communities are taking shape at the resort. The most visible improvements however, are to the rapidly progressing Gary Player Signature Golf Course. Come take the tour!

2009 Baja 1000 Sets course through Baja California
The Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 race will be from November 19th-22nd in Ensenada and is truly one of the largest events in all of Baja and is something to see! For more race details, history and course information

From Dust to Glory – The Baja 1000
This DVD is now a couple of years old, but the information and background provided about the Baja 1000 will make you feel like you are part of the race. Order it here too.

Exploring the Sea on the SV Defiant
Editor Tomas Zyber takes an opportunity to explore the Sea of Cortez. Come along onboard the SV Defiant and enjoy the wonders of the Sea in this multi part voyage series.

Travel Tips for Exploring Baja
This is one of the most comprehensive travel tip articles we have ever published. With four pages of first hand travel tips and anecdotes Author Günter Trebbow relays his years of Baja travel experience for exploring Baja by car.

Purchasing Your Dream Home in Mexico
Real estate authority Linda Neil brings us the first in a two part series about buying real estate in Mexico. Linda has been representing buyers in Mx real estate for more than 30 years and is well respected in the industry.

Luxury for Surfers & Ocean Lovers in Los Cabos
The Cabo Surf Hotel in Los Cabos is located right on one of the most beautiful surfing beaches in all of Baja. Whether you are an avid surfer or just enjoy a tranquil night sleep to the sound of the waves, this place is for you.

The Pacific Beaches of Baja California Sur
The Pacific beaches of Baja Sur are some of the most beautiful to be found anywhere. But not every beach is for everyone. We take a look at the beaches so you know the best place to have your style of fun.

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Other Interesting Stories on the BajaInsider

Drink Mona Vie for Health
Looking to improve your state of health, naturally? Mona-Vie is a powerful fruit juice with the now famous Acai berry and is now easily available in Mexico. Learn more about the benefits. Publisher James Glover gives you his personal testimony as well.

Mexican Auto Insurance Policies Online
The Baja driving season will soon be in full swing. It is a very good idea to make sure you have Mexican Driving Insurance and you can buy it online here now, quickly painlessly and very inexpensively from our select provider, Oscar Padilla Insurance. Don't drive without it.

The BajaInsider Mexican Cookbook
We have recipe contributions from cookbooks and local chefs. Looking for something spicy to rustle up for dinner? We have appetizers, main courses desserts and beverages to choose from. Also check out our new sponsor MexGrocer for specialty foods delivered to your door.

Luxury Villas for Los Cabos Vacations
Bringing the family to Cabo? Maybe an event or corporate travel brings you to Land's End. Perhaps you are looking for something different than resorts offer. Renting a luxury villa, available with staff may be the answer for you.

SkyMed – Medical Airlift Membership
Evacuating a injured or ill person with urgency to proper medical facilities can be a matter of life and death when traveling outside your home country. Cathie Smith represents SkyMed and help with your enrollment in this vital travel program.

Auction in La Paz to Benefit Under Privileged Children for Christmas
Every year Subasta is an event that draws hundreds. The treasures of the bilge and attic are converted to cash to help the needy children of La Paz. Help out or find that item you have been searching for...

Documents You Need in Mexico
One of our contributors is lawyer Lic. Jacques Edouardo Beaulne. he runs down the documents you will need in Mexico. Also, September is traditionally Will and Testament month and he is offering specials to help you get it all legal in Mexico

About Todos Santos in Baja California Sur
This small town is located on the Pacific shore of Baja California Sur. The ocean keeps the climate a little cooler all year round that the rest of Baja Sur, making this Pueblo Magico popular with North Americans.

About East Cape, Baja California Sur
Today it is know as the Sportsman's Paradise. But it wasn't that long ago that it took a much heartier sole to make the venture to this fisherman's secret. Folks like Chuck Connors and John Wayne made the scene.

About Tijuana, Baja California
The largest city on the Baja peninsula is one of the most recent to emerge. Fueled by its proximity to San Diego, trade and tourism have flourished since Prohibition. Contributing author Slade Ogletree takes a look.

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