2006-07-04 02:14:45 · 18 answers · asked by sugarbud 3 in Travel ➔ Mexico ➔ Tijuana
We don't plan to go to any bars...just shopping and site seeing.
2006-07-04 02:34:16 · update #1
As long as you are smart, and stay with your friends you should be fine, and not forget that even tho you have left the US by a few miles you are still in another country.
Be Prepared for Tijuana
A few simple preparations will make your Tijuana trip easier:
Take cash: You'll get better prices. U. S. dollars are fine, but travelers checks are not widely accepted in Tijuana. Use ATMs only for emergencies; they'll give pesos and may incur foreign transaction fees.
Bring documentation: U. S. citizens can visit Mexico for 72 hours or less without visas. Rules say to bring a passport or notarized copy of your birth certificate and a photo ID, but often, a U. S. driver's license is enough. Permanent Residents should bring their green cards. Citizens of other countries need valid passports and a valid I-94, multi-entry visa or visa waiver.
Know how you're going to get around Tijuana: Read our Tijuana transportation guide and plan ahead.
Time your trip: It can take over three hours to get back into the U. S. from Tijuana on Saturday evening. Leave by mid-afternoon, or go on a less-busy day.
Beggars. There are many in Tijuna, some children. Baja Mexico's tourism department says giving them money won't help the problem and suggests you contribute to a charity that helps needy people instead.
Beware of young girls selling flowers. They may be pickpockets who will try to distract you with their wares while lifting your wallet.
Say no. Tijuana shopkeepers want your attention, and they all have a way of getting it. Some resort to stereotypes (serape and sombrero), others to politeness ("just let me show you something") and yet others to humor: "Give me a chance to rip you off." A firm "no" works with all but the most persistent.
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Walking is the best way to see Tijuana.
Leave expensive jewelry at home or make it inconspicuous. You may get better prices from Tijuana shopkeepers if they think you don't have much money, and there's no point in inviting thieves.
2006-07-04 08:14:42 · answer #1 · answered by Daughtry-luver 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tijuana is a great shopping place, as safe as any big city in the world. Maybe the knock-off hand bag capitol of the world, Prada, Vuitton, Dooney/Burke. Good prices. If girl day trippers behave like ladies, there would be no problem.Rosarito Beach is worth the extra drive south for clubs and seafood restaurants, lots of young vacationers. Bien Viaje and have fun.
2006-07-04 05:01:38 · answer #2 · answered by lpaganus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
San Diego - truly the gaslamp and something north of it and coastal (that's were you want to be in any case) - is somewhat as probability-free as major US cities get. that is real that you'll merely end on the merely right US go out and walk for the time of the border. The San Diego trolley truly is going there too, and the automobile parking zone is less costly. once you flow the border, do not walk. Take a cab. there is a great number of them waiting on the border. even besides the undeniable fact that that is in person-friendly words a 20 minute walk to the touristy downtown section, that is instantly by the worst Tijuana neighborhoods. The cab will be like $8 greenbacks. Avenida Revolución is the touristy section. a great number of bars and shops and whatnot. you'll be conscious that there are few value tags on the shops - you're envisioned to barter a value. And there are cabs everywhere to take you back to the border. in case you want something extra cultural, nicely, i'm no longer somewhat the guy to ask. i have consistently felt thoroughly gentle there even at 3 AM, and that i'm the most awkward painfully white guy on the planet. very last time i became there became a 12 months and a 1/2 in the past. The drug violence has jumped noticeably dramatically on condition that then. The nationwide information has consistently blown it way out of share. i'm in Boston now, so i do not get the close by TJ information anymore. possibly that is undesirable adequate to ward off a visit, yet i'm skeptical. Drug violence has a tendency to be constrained to, nicely, drug cartels and the folk who're battling them. once you're careful, merely flow in the course of the day and that i'm certain that is going to likely be fantastic. do not provide the police a reason to arrest you, and do not wander aimlessly. Reportedly pickpocketing is a controversy (besides the undeniable fact that it hasn't surpassed off to myself or all people i comprehend) - so save $100 or so in a hidden pocket or your sock. It is going far in TJ. short Spanish lesson: "Avienda Revolucion" = the position the beer is "cerveza" = beer "l. a. Linea" = the U. S. border have interesting! EDIT: There appears a great number of irrational worry of Mexico by utilizing those who have under no circumstances been there. that is unusual. do not get me incorrect, Tijuana is a difficult city the want arises be sensible in. plenty persons cities are far worse. i'd fortunately flow back to TJ, yet no way in hell you will get me to flow back to Cleveland or Oakland.
2016-10-14 02:49:26 · answer #3 · answered by woodie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. It's safe, but some parts can be unsavory---the smell, many many poor people begging, and the vendors. Otherwise, a great place to visit. Hangout on the revolucion---the main drag there. They have some great shopping and restaurants. Don't forget to bargain and haggle!!! It's probably safe to assume that you will not drive in? Be careful if you do drive, I noticed that the cops like to pick on Americans who drive there. Otherwise, if you want to see more of the city, go to one of the taxi stands and tell the guy what you are looking for---for example, if you want to go off the beaten path and go to a great restaurant, they are the mnost knowledgeable. Again, just use common sense like you would anywhere else. PErsonally, we felt very safe there.
2006-07-04 08:12:54 · answer #4 · answered by Batmen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it should be it all depends what you are all planning to do when you get there and whether you guys hang together or not - the age of the persons in the group will have a lot to do with it too. Just have a plan, a contingency plan, if you separate by accident and some firm rules about designated drivers and such, no big flashing of cash you know the same thing as if you went out in a group in your neighborhood for a night out
2006-07-04 02:24:39 · answer #5 · answered by worldstiti 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are going for the day it should be safe. Have you visited other parts of Mexico? If so, I would think that you will not enjoy Tijuana! Skip it and go further south to the beach. I wish I would have!
2006-07-04 03:34:25 · answer #6 · answered by hlloyd01261972@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you ladies equip yourselves like Rambo, you should be relatively safe! They have only killed 500 ladies the last year or so. You run like a 1 to 10 chance something will happen. Ignore everyone that approaches, don't count or flaunt your money. Consider getting an escorted day trip. May (American)reputable companies have these day trips to TJ.
2006-07-04 13:06:42 · answer #7 · answered by Rambo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh my god! It's safe! Obviously, like in ANY big city, you have to be careful but just because it's Tijuana doesn't mean that you have to be all freaked out. I used to live there. It's perfectly fine. Just treat it as if you were going to L.A. or New York! I get tired of people treating it like it's this crappy place and you need to have body guards or something to go anywhere. Don't believe the beasteality thing or crap like that. Go and find out for yourself. You don't have to be scared.
2006-07-07 06:50:51 · answer #8 · answered by Jackie B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, TJ is safe for you to go down. So many people cross over on a daily basis (You wont be a fish out of water). Just remember to keep those $20 bills handy in case a cop stops you (just kidding).
2006-07-05 10:29:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is safe... trust me.. i live in san ysidro which is less than 2 minutes from TIJUANA.....
so the thing... is how old are u gals??
i don't want to sound bad.. but if Ur from the 18-35.. u will see a lot of people staring at u..
older than 35.. well. they will try to sell u stuff... and well.. yeah u can bargain something....
my best advice.. go in the morning... and well.. TJ is safe... on the morning... night.. is okey but too much bribes
2006-07-04 22:34:45 · answer #10 · answered by chemade 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋