What can you tell me about Rosarita Beach?

Question

I am planning a move to Northern Mexico, close to the border with the U.S. As an American, I would like to hear from those who have experienced living on the border, what safe yet close-to-the-border places/cities there are for Americans who don't mind mingling with the local population...and a place with a good broadband connection (Internet).

Answer 1

Living in La Mision, half way between Rosarito and Ensenada is as good as it gets. Nice neighbors, both gringos and Mexicans, getting pretty upscale pricey now. We have DSL and satellite TV, internet cafes, stores with US and other imported food products, good beef from the ranches in Sonora state, wines of the world, etc. "Mingling" with the locals is part of the cultural experiece. If that concept is distressing its better to chose a gated community or stay at home. Mexico is a wonderful country. Baja Norte doesn't have the ancient architecture and history of the South but the heart of the Republic beats strong.

Answer 2

Rosarito is pretty nice. It's far enough away from the border so that it's not super trashy. The people are pretty friendly and the scenery is gorgeous. As for the broadband - I guess that would depend on the hotel or the rental home you were considering.

Answer 3

First of all it's RosaritO not, RosaritA. Second, if the best you can do is "not mind" the local population, it will be a matter of time before you want to come back.

Answer 4

Its not the nices part of Mexico, but if you are going to live in the northen part of Mexico Rosarito is better than Tijuana or Mexicali or Tecate.

Answer 5

I know that DSL is widely available almost in any part of BCN but other that I don't know about the availability of cable or anyhting else.