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 35 best things to do in Tijuana. Under each destination, I’ll … The post 35 Fun Things to Do in Tijuana Mexico in 2024 appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

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 … The post Tijuana Police Corruption: How to Avoid Paying Bribes appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

With over 1.5 million retirees, ex-pats, and digital nomads, Mexico is the most popular destination for Americans and Canadians who want to live abroad. The country offers a low cost of living, excellent climate, world-class cuisine, affordable healthcare, easy visas, friendly locals, and a high quality of life. This guide outlines 34 of the best … The post The 34 Best Places to Retire in Mexico: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

The fastest and easiest way to travel to Tijuana is to drive to the border, park your car in San Ysidro on the U.S. side, and walk across one of the pedestrian crossings. One of the most popular parking lots is called Border Station Parking. Unfortunately, the cost of San Ysidro border parking is high. … The post How to Park for Free at the San Ysidro Border appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

Planning a day trip to Tijuana? This guide outlines how to visit Tijuana from San Diego, step-by-step. I’ll explain how to travel from San Diego 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 … The post How to Visit Tijuana from San Diego appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

Tijuana tacos are legendary. Many people, including myself, believe that Tijuana has the best tacos in all of Mexico. In Tijuana, delicious tacos are served around the clock from breakfast until the early morning after the bars close. This guide outlines the best tacos in Tijuana. First, I’ll list some of the best taco shops … The post 19 Best Tacos in Tijuana (2024) appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

This is an easy trip to make. Valle de Guadalupe is located just 90 miles south of San Diego and around 70 miles south of Tijuana. It is connected by well-maintained highways. This guide explains how to travel from San Diego to Valle de Guadalupe, step-by-step.  There are three ways you can make this trip. … The post How to Travel from San Diego to Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

Do you need a passport to go to Cabo? Generally, the answer is yes but it really depends on several factors including how you’re entering Mexico, your nationality, and the length of your stay. Whether you fly, take a cruise, or drive, this guide helps you determine whether or not you need a passport to … The post Do You Need a Passport To Go To Cabo appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

After spending over a year living in Tijuana and working in San Diego, I have made the walk across the border hundreds of times. Admittedly, the crossing can feel a bit intimidating the first time because it is so large and busy. This guide outlines the process of walking across the border to Tijuana from … The post Walking Across the Border to Tijuana from San Diego appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more

At this point, I have been living in Tijuana for over a year. Initially, I decided to move here to save on living expenses. With the average rent in Southern California over $2200 per month, the cost of living was just getting out of hand. I was able to cut my cost of living in … The post Living in Tijuana as an American appeared first on Where The Road Forks ..read more