March 20, 2009

 Dear BajaInsider Subscriber,

The weather is warming up and the fishing is really kickin' in with Marlin in Cabo and Yellowtail in many places in the southern Sea. Today is the first day of Spring, the sun line crossed the Equator at 5:44AM MST. With the pleasant weather we are having, Spring is one of the most popular times of year to visit and enjoy the Baja peninsula.

The BajaInsider is launching a program promote the Baja Peninsula as a whole. With the economic pressures of the day and the stilted media coverage of the violence in Mexico, many folks seem to have forgotten what a beautiful, safe and affordable vacation the Baja peninsula can be. In an effort to promote travel and investment we are launching the "Baja is for Everyone" Campaign. If you are a Baja business we are offering special free and low cost opportunities to promote your business to the world through the readership of the BajaInsider and associated sites. Install a FREE Screen Saver on your PC so you can be reminded just how much you love Baja and the BajaInsider. If you are a loving friend of Baja help spread the word.

In conjunction with the Baja is for Everyone" campaign, the Baja Insider will offer more than $200 in prizes for the best stories about your fun and adventures in Baja in our Baja Writing Contest. Take the opportunity to share your good times with all our readers and get a shot at some of the prize money!

With Spring in the air be sure to check out our Fishing, Weather and Road Reports as well. Also check out our Facebook Group page and Twitter us as well.

So, without further ado... here are the latest stories on the BajaInsider!
 

 Featured Stories

"Baja is for Everyone" Campaign
With the tight economy and bad news about travel to Mexico, travel and investment have been impacted worldwide. The BajaInsider is taking the lead in spreading the word about the fun, safe and exciting adventures in Baja. Get a FREE directory listing for your business too!

FREE "Baja is for Everyone" Screen Saver
Presenting the first Baja Is for Everyone Screen Saver for all PC users. Now when your computer takes a nap you can display beautiful images of your favorite place on earth, Baja! Easy to install the screen saver is free and spyware free!

"Baja is for Everyone" Essay Contest
Do you have a favorite Baja adventure story to share with our readers? Now your efforts can win you a top prize of $125 for the best article of 500-700 words and photos inspiring other folks to come explore our magnificent peninsula.

Cabo Adventures and Activities - now with video!
Cabo Sports is no new comer to Cabo activities. From sailing charters and snorkel trips to paragliding, they can help you book the right adventure for you and you budget through the most reputable providers in Baja.

Dental Tourism in Cabo San Lucas
Angel's Touch Dental has been inviting you to come to Cabo and get your smile repaired for nearly two years here on the Insider. offering a wide variety of world class dental facilities and treatments you can wiggle your toes in the sand with a brighter smile.

La Paz Dog Rescue News
Baja Dogs of La Paz is announcing a very special event upcoming in La Paz on April 3rd, if you are in town we hope you will attend. Baja Dogs is holding its Paws for the Cause Dinner Dance at the fabulous Beach Club at CostaBaja Resort & Marina

Death by Media - Unfair Press on Baja Violence
Mayor Hugo Torres of Rosarito Beach takes aim at the unfair press that has been hounding travel to Mexico. With Spring Break about to hit full swing he looks at the facts in relation to the traveling public and the improvements made in security.

Mexico Travel Warning in Perspective
The US Department of Homeland Security renewed the 2005 travel statement for Mexico in March. Nothing of substance was added but the news made the headlines once again. We have refreshed the article and put all the statistics in perspective.

Loreto Fest 2009
It is just around the corner and one of the most popular cruising events of the season has sent us an update as to the plans and events that will take place at this years Loreto Fest. Not just for cruisers anymore the event will encompass a variety of activities.

Benito Juarez Birthday
A national holiday for the birthday of the president some call the Abraham Lincoln of Mexico is just around the corner. Contributing author Slade Ogletree brings us up to date on this president that brought us Cinco de Mayo and improvements for the poor of Mexico.

Semana Santa - Easter Week in Mexico
This weekend is a huge outdoor activities holiday throughout Mexico, but particularly here in Baja. Despite being a predominantly Catholic nation the weekend is best known for beaches and barbecues rather than raising dead and eggs.

Other Stories on the BajaInsider

Welcome to the Golden Zone, Cabo San Lucas
Located marina-side in Cabo is the Golden Zone, an arcade of fine restaurants and shops. The Tequila museum can be your first stop in an adventure of sight, taste and fine crafts that represent the best that Cabo San Lucas has to offer.

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.

FREE Online Spanish Lesson
Take our online Spanish lesson and get started on learning the language. Have you been here too long to not be conjugating your verbs or want to look like and Insider right away. The lesson set makes a great gift too!

The Marina Fiesta Resort
Located just off the marina in Cabo San Lucas is the Marina Fiesta Resort. This luxury resort puts you right in the middle of Cabo San Lucas with exquisite furnishings and services for the most discerning tastes. A great place to base your Cabo Vacation.

The Hacienda Encantada Luxury Beachfront Resort & Spa
This Beachfront resort provides the luxurious accommodations and services overlooking the Sea of Cortez. Just 10 minutes from Cabo and 20 minutes from San Jose del Cabo, you’ll discover the serenity that Baja’s desert-by-the-sea is famous for. 

About La Paz, Baja California Sur – City of Peace
La Paz has been around for more than 400 years. It has seen good times and bad, a port on the Sea of Cortez and the capital of the state of Baja California Sur, we take an overview of the city.

Exploring the Biosphere at the Bahia de los Angeles
Contributing author Greg Joder brings us another Baja Eco-Tale with this story of his trip to the bay of LA. A marvelous place now protected under Mexican federal law.

Creating an Idyllic Paradise - Luxurious and Green
We are not talking about the irrigation of Baja, rather the exclusive real estate offerings of
Tokase Properties in Cabo San Lucas. These fabulous homes in the most exclusive communities incorporate green building techniques where ever possible.

Golf Event to Raise Funds for Orphanage
Looking for a way to get involved in the community and have some fun? Look no further than this pending Golf Classic to be held at the famous Palmilla this March to raise month for Casa Hogar.

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