Question
Are there any books about life in Todos Santos
Answer
CLICK "Living La Vida Loca: When the Dream of a Life in Mexico Becomes Reality"
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What is the situation regarding passports
Answer
From Channel 11 News - Passport Now Required To Enter Mexico (courtesy, La Paz Gringos)
Translation: The National Migration Institute (INM) reported that as of March first, citizens of Canada and the United States entering Mexico by air or sea must present their passport or valid passport card. They said that this measure will provide legal certainty and clarity to foreigners in their process within the country. This measure does not apply to those entering (by land) through the border or on board cruise ships.
New Migration Cards To Replace FM-2 and FM-3 Booklets (Courtesy Of Baja Pony Express) - In the following weeks, the National Migration Institute will publish the formats of the new migration cards that will replace the FM2 and FM3 booklets. Changes of activity, domicile, marital status, etc. will no longer have to be annotated on the migratory document, thereby allowing the foreign national the ability to travel in and out of the country while a change of status/conditions application is in process without having to request an exit and re-entry permit;
Consular Posts will no longer issue FM2 or FM3 booklets. Instead, the Consular Post will place a visa sticker on the foreign national’s passport, upon receipt of the petition’s approval from the National Migration institute. The sticker will allow entry into Mexico within 365 days of issuance. Upon entry, the foreign national must obtain the new FM2 or FM3 migration card within 30 days.
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What educational facilities are available for children in Todos Santos
Answer
There are off course local Mexican spanish speaking providers . Here are the details of one private resource. Escuela Pacifica is a not-for profit bilingual school, we're in our first year. Next year we will be grades 2-5. We emphasize the environment and sustainable living, and are in the process of SEP certification.
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Are their many activities in this small town that a family can become involved in?
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What benefits are available to US Seniors who want to take up residence in Mexico?
Answer
In the past very little but recent legslation has changed this in a big way
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Hello, I'm trying to do a family tree on the Espinoza family. My great-grandfather was born in Todo Santos Baja Sur, he died in La Paz in 1984. How do I go about geting information of this sort in Baja Mexico?
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I have been asked this question a couple of times. There are no computerized records you can access. It seems the only way is 'in person'. You would have to come to La Paz or Todos Santos and do it word of mouth.
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We are planning a trip to Todos Santos in early June. We are planning
to fly there in a small plane and want to know if we can land at the
local airport. We understand it's a military field, but Guerrero
Negro is also and I have landed there several times. If you don't know
the answer to this, perhaps you could give me some contacts (phone or
e-mail) for someone who might have the answer. Also, if we can't land
there, we'll probably land at La Paz. Do you know if they rent cars
there? Thanks much, Gene
ANSWER
I am asked this question a lot. The airstrip is military. I am not aware of if accepting any international flights from privately owned small planes. There is not a permanent military presence in the town so we have no local permanent military contacts as far as I am aware. The only thing I can suggest is contacting the Military in Guerrero Negro. Sorry
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Is there a dog kennel in the Todos Santos area that I can safely leave my dog with?
ANSWER
Please go look at http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/elrefugio.html
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Could you tell me if it's possible to take a taxi from SJD airport to Todos Santos? Also what I >should expect to pay for it. Or are there transport
>services other than the public bus? I'm traveling
>with two small kids in the summertime for an extended stay and want to make the trip as painless as possible.
ANSWER
There are plenty of taxis for hire when you exit baggage claim/customs at the San Jose airport. The price to Todos Santos would likely be in the $150 to $200 range and you should set the price before you take off. The alternative is to take a taxi collectivo (about $12) to the San Jose bus station, then take the next bus to Todos Santos (about $8). Busses run until 9:00 PM, and it takes about 2 hours. The busses are usually clean and comfortable. You can find a taxi colllectivo once you clear customs, just checkout the sales counters and ask for the taxi collectivo. All these folks speak English, and you can pay in dollars or pesos.
Question
What car hire companies are ther in the Cabo area we want to hire a car to drive to Todos Santos
ANSWER
The following companies all provide that service. Below is a liswith local telephone #
the international code is 011-52-624
Advantage--- 14 60004 / Alamo--- 14 23700 / Avis--- 14 60214 / Budget--- 14 65393 / Cape Limos--- 14 65393 / Dollar--- 14 20100 / Hertz--- 14 61821 / National--- 14 22424 / Payless--- 14 25500 Thrifty--- 14 65030
Question:
Can you give me any information regarding bus schedules in Baja
Answer
US SERVICE
From the US: Greyhound runs from Los Angeles and San Diego to Tijuana.
From Tijuana to Los Cabos: Three major bus companies, Autotransportes de Baja California (ABC), Transportes Aquila and Tres Estrelles de Oro provide efficient service on the peninsula with modern, clean, fast buses. The trip can be made in 24 hours. Call the Tijuana terminal for schedules and rates (from the US: 011-52 (664) 626-7101).
From Los Cabos International Airport to La Paz: Airport shuttles run the 10 miles regularly from the airport to San Jose del Cabo. They take bicycles on top. From San Jose there are 2 bus routes north to La Paz. The eastern route is shorter but the time is longer because it is mountainous and the bus makes as many stops as needed for passengers. The western route runs through Todos Santos on the Pacific side. Ten buses a day run 7:00 am to 8:00 pm.
From La Paz to Loreto: Three to six buses run daily. The trip takes 4.5 hours. Some buses are air conditioned, some have videos.
Peninsula is an executive class bus line serving La Paz Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo for more info and schedules 01152- 624-14- 35020
Question:
Whats Todos santos like in the summer?
ANSWER: follow this link
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We are considering moving to Todos Santos do you have any informatiion regarding schooling as we have two young children. Are there English speaking schools in the area?
Answer (courtesy of Francesca)
As far as I know, new residents can enroll their children in the public primeria or secundaria. There is very little English taught in these settings and when it is taught, it is taught as a foreign language. (not exactly what the kids who already speak English need) I know of some families who do home schooling in English after their children come home from the primeria. These programs can be bought from private companies or requested from school districts. If you request the material from a school district you'll need to maintain an address in that disrtict, and use it in your coorespondence. These children have been very successful in both educational settings and become bilingual as well as biliterate. I have been teaching for nine years in the state of California and have access to all state standards and curriculum. I have a small home in Todos and I am willing to share my ideas and resources with any new residents. If you want more information please feel free to contact me at lasirena_ts@hotmail.com I will be looking into starting a small group this summer or fall.
Question :
What is the best airport to arrive at La Paz
or San Jose del Cabo?
Answer
Both airports are about 60 mls from TS. La Paz is less crowded therefore
preferable, but flights are less frequent and bit more expensive.
At both airports you will need to go to the central bus stations to
catch the bus to TS. There are coach services or taxis that can take
you there.
The following airlines serve the peninsula:
- Aero California, 1-800-445-9820, LA to Loreto, La Paz and Los Cabos, Tijuana to La Paz
- Aero Mexico, 1-800-237-6639, Tijuana or Tuscon to La Paz, San Diego to Los Cabos
- Alaska Airlines, 1-800-252-7522, all major west coast cites plus Phoenix to Los Cabos
- America West, 1-800-363-2597, Vancouver B.C., Seattle, Phoenix to Los Cabos
- Mexicana, 1-800-531-7921, LA and Denver to Los Cabos
- American Airlines, 01152- 624- 1465303
- Continental Airlines, 01152- 624- 65040
- Delta Airlines 01152 624- 65005
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Where can I find information about ferry services?
Answer:
Try this site http://www.bajaferries.com/
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Hotel California
I write you because
i need to know about the Hotel California in Todos Santos. I have
heard the Eagles's song and some people tell me that this song talk
about The Hotel California (in Todos Santos). One year ago i went
to Todos Santos to investigate about this hotel, and some people
from the town told me that The Doors were who lived what the song
talk about and then they gave the song to the Eagles. After that
I investigate with american people, who were in the Hotel California
in Todos Santos, and they told me that the Eagle's song don't talk
about this hotel, they told me that the letter of the song talk about
a psychological hospital near Cabo San Lucas Where very important
american people used to go. In fact, i need to know all about the
relation between the Eagle's song(Hotel California) and the Hotel
California in Todos Santos. Otherwise please tell me who can explain
it.
Answer:
Travel writer Joe Cummings, personally contacted the Eagles and was
told they had no connection at all with Hotel California in Todos
Santos. All that you hear seems to be rumor with no substance at
all in 'fact'. The only people who can tell what or where they
were singing about are the Eagles. A bit like Santa Claus. We
all know it is not true but its fun for some folk. And some have
had many drinks
bought from them on the strength of what they are supposed to know
about this subject.
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I am considering visiting
Baja Sur in July or August because it is a quiet time but have been
told it is to hot, buggy and dangerous. Is this correct?
ANSWER:
By dangerous we assume you are
referring to the possibility of hurricanes? Other than that, we cannot
imagine a safer place to be. The temperature in TS is usually at least
ten degrees cooler than any other visitor destination in Baja Sur which
makes it a prime spot . That said you have to be comfortable with temperatures
in the mid 90s especially in August/September. It is true that the
bugs also like the hot weather but they are no more abundant here than
any other comparable place. Use a good repellent and there is always
the beach!!! Enjoy your stay in the tranquility of TS in the summer.
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Question:
We want to buy a house
in the Todos Santos area but we are told you cannot own land in Baja.
Surely this is a disincentive to purchase. What's the story please.
ANSWER:
This is a complicated question
to answer. It is not possible to 'own' real estate as it it is known
in the USA. There are however, many ways to acquire real estate safely
in Baja. Please visit our legal page for more
in-depth information. Then, come and join us we are a friendly and
diverse community.
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I'm thinking of relocating
to Todos Santos area. Can you tell me if there is an e-mail service
in town?
ANSWER:
We are fortunate to have e-mail service and 3 'Internet Cafe's The
question of a local ISP DSL,wireless and satellite options are
available.
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Also, does anyone have
any experience with regard to entering the country with a dog? I
understand there is no quarantine - I would just need a current health
certificate with current vaccinations - is this correct?
Thanks so much for your help!
ANSWER:
As far as I am
aware you are right
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