By David Brackney Hello there, and muchos saludos a todos! As some of you may recall, last year around this time my daughter and I took a spring break vacation to Guadalupe Canyon, located near Mexicali at the foot of the Sierra Juarez, and I shared the resulting photo essay. We recently returned from another… Read more »
A lovely “malecón,” or boardwalk, is the perfect place for a relaxing stroll to take in the vibe of a place while enjoying water views. Luckily, Baja has some good ones that are worth checking out. Here are a few of our favorites. Playas de Tijuana Location: The northwest part of Playas de Tijuana,… Read more »
Just south of San Felipe is one of the delightful treasures of the Baja peninsula—Valle de los Gigantes, or Valley of the Giants. The area earns its name from the massive cardón cacti that grow to heights of nearly 60 feet tall and weigh up to 25 tons. There are 120 species of cactus in… Read more »
By Jeremy Horne Refresquería Sussy Calle Puerto Peñasco – Mar Japon and Mar Egeo Ampliación Segunda Secc, 21850 San Felípe, B.C. Open: Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Closed Sunday LET’S GO! Located on a relatively sparsely populated stretch of a main street in San Felipe, Baja California is Refresquería Sussy. While… Read more »
When the winter blues hit, there’s no better cure than heading down to Baja for a weekend escape. Wine country, Sea of Cortez beaches, hot springs, and gray whales await! Here are some of our favorite short road trips to help inspire your next venture south of the border. Valle de Guadalupe Why go:… Read more »
One of Baja’s most iconic dishes, the fish taco, is also one of the cheapest and easiest foods to enjoy along the peninsula. The battered fish is usually served with just a corn tortilla, and toppings such as cabbage, pickled onions, salsas, and crema, are added by the customer. Go early in the day, as… Read more »
By Jennifer Kramer Located just 2.5 hours south of the border, San Felipe is a small fishing village on the Sea of Cortez that has grown into a popular spot for expats and tourists. With its proximity to the U.S., San Felipe is perfect for weekend travelers coming to enjoy the relaxed Baja lifestyle. Fish… Read more »
By Monica Garcia As one of the top destinations in northern Baja California, San Felipe is a region that has a lot to offer visitors. The beautiful waters of the Sea of Cortez, a relaxed and easy-going pace of life, seafood and other culinary treats, and the famous Valle de Gigantes with huge cardon cacti. From… Read more »
OUR LOCAL: Lauren Cremascoli TOWN: San Felipe HOW LONG: over 20 years ABOUT LAUREN: My husband, Franco, and I started going to San Felipe and camping so we could vacation with our dogs! They love the freedom at our place and being able to really cut loose on the beach. It did not take long… Read more »