BajaInsider Update – August 10, 2009

August 10, 2009

Dear Baja Insider Subscriber:

Feliiz cumpleaños (Happy Birthday) to ourselves. This week the Baja Insider celebrated our 6th birthday. We have come a long way since our initial 64 pages were launched on August 9, 2003. Most of our original 270 subscribers are still receiving our Insider Updates today. We would like to extend a big thank you to all our subscribers for making us the widest read regular publication in Baja. With our 50% off advertising special for August and September now is a great time to reach folks interested in your Baja business.

We have been very fortunate here in Baja Sur this summer, evening breezes which usually end in mid July continue to freshen the evening air. But the humidity is slowly climbing, check out our Weather page , Tropical Watch Weather and the current conditions at CostaBaja Resort in La Paz. Our Hurricane Watch Report is posted every week, now through the end of the Baja hurricane threat season in mid October. Every week we take a statistical and strategic look at the factors which could point a tropical cyclone in our direction. And should a tropical cyclone threaten Baja, the Insider provides the best on the scene coverage anywhere in any media. Well, as long as our internet connection holds out.

While you are sitting around this summer we suggest you improve your Espanol and take a few minutes to enjoy our 5 free online language lessons. It will make you feel more like a native the next time you visit Mexico.

With the Baja Hurricane Season just about to begin we highly recommend home owners insurance, provided to us by the Oscar Padilla Agency, one of the most reputable and well know Mexico insurance providers. It is quick, it is affordable and it is online right here. You can also buy your Mexican driving Insurance policy online here too. Having your Baja trip cut short with complications from an auto accident can be easily avoided with the purchase of a Mexico Auto Insurance Policy.

We have lots of new stories for you this issue and we would like to welcome our new sponsor, the Hotel Mar de Cortez in Cabo San Lucas.

So, without further ado - here are some of the stories appearing in the Baja Insider...

Insider Features Stories

Cabo's Best Kept Accommodations Secret
The Mar de Cortez provides quality accommodations at an affordable price right in the center of all the action in Cabo San Lucas. Within easy walking distance of all of Downtown Cabo and the marina area, they are the traveler's secret.

The Marina Fiesta Resort WITH VIDEO
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.

Baja Road Report
We have a couple of road reports in quick succession for you this month. This is surprising as summer is not usually a high traffic period. But for you surf seekers and summer divers we have two perspectives on Highway 1 from TJ to Cabo San Lucas

The Hacienda Encantada Luxury Beachfront Resort & Spa WITH VIDEO
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, Now check out the online video of this spectacular Sea side resort.

Eastern Pacific Hurricane Watch
This is the third edition of the Pacific Hurricane Watch Report, now the Baja Hurricane Season is about to begin. Each week we take a look at the weather features that influence the formation of storms and gaze into our crystal ball for a forecast.

Oceanside Sea Spa in San Jose del Cabo WITH VIDEO
The Cabo Surf Hotel is one of the most spectacularly located hotels along the Los Cabos coast. Now you can enjoy their Sea Spa services as a guest of the hotel or by appointment, even if you live year round in Los Cabos!

Las Colinas Community Erupts from the La Paz Hillside WITH VIDEO
The Las Colinas homes in the exclusive CostaBaja Resort and Marina in La Paz are taking shape overlooking the Sea of Cortez. The model home is scheduled to open soon, come check it out and the 4 floor plans that could be your next home. Come visit and see...

A Mezzo-American Adventure in Baja – A Temazcal Rebirth
Contributing author Sarah Markworth brings us tale of a hot time in the old town tonight. The sweat lodge is an important part of purification in many native American cultures. The Temazcal is the local version and Sarah puts herself to the test for this writing.

IEMANYA Ocean News
Slipping in just under the wire this informational release from the environmental organization made it to the press room just in time. You will have to read it to find out what it is about, we haven't had time yet!

Rice and Beans Highway Assistance
In the continuing theme of the wonderful people of Baja and the good experiences our readers have enjoyed comes this tale of assistance in the middle of nowhere from a generous and helpful source and a plug for the establishment.

Other Insider Stories

The 2009 Pimp & Ho Ball in Cabo San Lucas
Coming this October the Pimp & Ho has grown to legendary status. This year the Baja Insider has special Travel Packages for the Pimp and Ho through the Cabo Agency travel. Don't miss this event that is sure to be the capper of the season.

Cabo Adventures and Activities
We are moving into the prime travel time for Los Cabos and Spring Break. If you have ever had the desire to try paragliding, a trip past the Arch can be a very memorable experience. ATV adventures, sunset sails and so much more can be arranged by our experienced friends.

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.

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.

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? It could be something to do on those hot afternoons in the air conditioning!

Baja Fishing Reports
The Season is starting to heat up as the water temperatures rise. Marlin, Roosterfish, Dorado and Pargo are already on the hook - will the tuna be next? Updated every week we have sport fishing and fly fishing reports for Baja Sur.

Moving to Mexico - 6 Years Later
Editor Tomas Zyber takes a look at the things that make moving to Baja both a joy and a challenge. From the weather to business in Mexico its not better or worse, just different. Follow the journey that continues even after 6 years in Baja.

US Passport Requirements for International Travel
Air restrictions went into effect last year. Land & sea entry changes took effect on June 1, 2009. We have the latest details on the travel papers you will need to return to the US after your Mexican adventure.

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