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Baja California - Baja California Sur
Baja
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| Time Zones: The northern state of
Baja California observes Pacific Time, the same time as the State
of California. Baja California Sur, the southern state,
observes Mountain Time. Its clocks are one hour ahead of
California's throughout the year. Both Mexican states are on
daylight savings time from the first Sunday in April until the
last Saturday in October. | Top | |
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Holidays:
 | January 1 - New year's day |
| February 24 - Flag Day |
| March 21 - Benito Juarez's Birthday |
| March-April - Palm Sunday; Easter Sunday |
| May 1 - Labor Day |
| May 5 - Cinco de Mayo |
| September 15/16 - Independence day |
| October 12 - Columbus Day (Dia de la Raza) |
| November 1 - Day of the Dead |
| November 20 - Revolution Day |
| December 1 - Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe |
| December 25 - Christmas Day | Top | |
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| State Tourism Offices: |
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| Ensenada State Tourism Office, on Blvd. Costero ( Lazaro
Cardenas) at Calle las Rocas, next to other state government
buildings; phone 011 52 (61) 723000 or 723022 |
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| La Paz State Tourism Office at the Tourist Wharf at Pasco
Alvaro Obregon at 16 de September; phone 011 52 (612)
(112) 4-0100 * Fax:
(112) 4-0722 |
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| Mexicali State Tourism Office, on Calle Calafia at Calzada
Independencia in the Centro Civico, Pasaje Tuxpan 1098; Phone
011 52 (65) 554950 or 554951. |
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| Rosarito Blvd. Juarez and Calle Acacias next to the police
station; phone 011 52 (661) 20200 |
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| San Felipe State tourism building, Mar de Cortez y Manzanillo 300
San Felipe, Baja California Norte, 21850;
Tel: 011-52 (686) 577-1865
Tel/Fax: 011-52 (686) 577-1155 |
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| San Quintin State Tourism building, on west side of Highway
1at kilometer 178.3, Colonia Vicente Guerrero; phone 011 52
(616) 62728 |
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| Tecate State Tourism Office, on the south side of the Plaza;
phone 011 52 (665) 41095 |
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| Tijuana State Tourism Office, on the fourth floor of
Edificio Nacional Financiera, corner Paseo de los Heroes and
Jose Maria Velazco, Zona Rio; phone 011 52 (66) 346330 or
346873. Second office on Calle 1 at Avenida Revolucion;
phone 011 52 (66) 880555. |
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| The U.S. Consulate, in Tijuana on Calle Tapachula near the
Caliente Racetrack, offers assistance to U.S. citizens traveling
in northern Baja California. Travelers should report to
the consulate any inappropriate treatment that the receive by
Mexican Police. Questionnaires concerning police
mistreatment are available at the consulate. The consulate
is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 P.M.; call 011
52 (66) 817400 during these hours. For after-hour
emergencies call (619) 692-2650, or write P.O. Box 439039, San
Ysidro, CA 92143 U.S. In Baja California Sur, U.S.
citizens can obtain help in Cabo San Lucas from the U.S.
consular agent, located at Boulevard Marina y Pedregal No. 3.
The phone is 011 52 (114) 3-35-66. | Top | |
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| Ferry Service and
Schedules: |
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www.ferrysematur.com.mx |
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On Board Services:
Information office, restaurant, and
coffee shop.
Free medical services upon medicine
purchase.
Projection video movies
Discotheque with Live music. (During
Peak Season)
Coordinated services of restaurant and
cafeteria, with menus to browse while you bring your car aboard
Classes: (Characteristics could
change according to the type of ship)
Salon - General seating
Cabin - Cabin with bunk
beds and complete bathroom in the room.
Tourist - Cabin with
bunk beds and washbasin. Complete bathroom in the hall.
Special - Large Cabin
Suite with living room, complete bathroom, bedroom and closet. TV, video
cassette, and mini-bar.
Sematur Offices:
La Paz, BCS:
Guillermo Prieto y 5 de Mayo
Monday thru Friday: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
and 4:00 to 6:00 pm.
Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 am to 1:00
pm.
Telephones: (112) 5-38-33 and 5-46-66
Terminal Pichilingue
Telephone: (112) 5-27-27 / Fax: (112)
5-57-17
Terminal de Transbordadores
Telephone: (69) 81-70-20 y 81-70-21 /
Fax: (69) 81-70-23
Topolobampo, Sinaloa
Muelle Fiscal
Telephone: (686) 2-01-41 / Fax: (686) 2-00-35
Santa Rosalia, BCS
Muelle Fiscal
Telephone: (115) 2-00-14 and 2-00-13
Guaymas, Sonora
Muelle Fiscal
Telephone: (622) 2-33-90 / Fax: (622)
2-33-93
Reservation center is located in Mazatlan, Sinaloa. You can call toll-free
from the United States by dialing (800) 696-9600 | Top |
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| Fire Arms & Ammo: |
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Firearm and
Ammunition Penalties:
The Department of State warns U.S.
citizens against taking any type of firearm or ammunition into Mexico without
prior written authorization from the Mexican authorities.
Entering Mexico with
a firearm or even a single round of ammunition is illegal, even if the firearm
or ammunition is taken into Mexico unintentionally.
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Mexican Government strictly enforces its laws restricting the entry of firearms
and ammunition along all land borders and at air and sea ports. Violations have
resulted in arrests, convictions, and long prison sentences for U.S. citizens,
including several who unintentionally crossed the border with firearms or
ammunition in their possession.
U.S. citizens approaching Mexico along
the land border who realize they are in possession of unauthorized firearms or
ammunition should not try to enter Mexico.
The only way to import firearms and/or
ammunition into Mexico legally is to secure a permit in advance from the Mexican
Embassy in Washington, D.C. or from a Mexican consulate, even if the firearm is
legally registered in the United States.
Vessels entering Mexican waters with
firearms or ammunition on board must have a permit previously issued by the
Mexican Embassy or a Mexican consulate. Mariners do not avoid prosecution for
arms smuggling by declaring their weapons at the port of entry! Before
traveling, mariners who have obtained a Mexican firearms permit should contact
port officials to receive guidance on the specific procedures used to report and
secure weapons and ammunition. | Top |
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| Emergency Air
Evacuation from Baja: |
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Air-Evac International
San Diego, California
(800) 854-2569
(619) 278-3822
(800) 321-9522
Critical Care Medic
San Diego, California
619-571-0482
Toll Free from Mexico:
(95-800) 010-0268
TransMedic
Ensenada, Baja California
617-81-400 -or-
617-82-891
International Medivac Transport
Phoenix, Arizona
(800) 468-1911 -or-
(602) 678-4444
Airescue
Van Nuys, California
(800) 922-4911 -or-
(818) 994-0911
If all else fails, contact the Bi-national Emergency Medical Committee (
sponsored by the Mexican and U.S. Governments). Their office is located in
Chula Vista, California, and they are prepared to help in any medical emergency,
on either side of the border, for visitors from either country. Their 24-hour
emergency phone number is (619) 425-5080 | Top |
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| Pets: |
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One
of the most common questions we hear from Amigos heading south of the border is,
"Can I take my pet to Baja, and what are the problems I might
encounter?"
The short answer is, "Yes you
can, and chances are you will have no problems entering or leaving Baja."
U.S. visitors to Mexico may bring a
dog, cat, or up to four canaries by presenting the following certificates at the
border:
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A pet health certificate signed by
a registered veterinarian
in the United States and issued not more than 72 hours before the animal
enters Mexico and
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A pet vaccination certificate
showing that the animal has been treated for rabies, hepatitis, pip, and
leptospirosis.
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Certification by Mexican consular
authorities is not required for the health or vaccination certificate. A permit
fee is charged at the time of entry into Mexico.
Furthermore, in order to ensure you
will have no problems, you might want to be sure to follow the most important
tips below:
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Carry the Health Certificate and
proof of current rabies vaccination that will remain valid for the period of
your visit with you. Rabies is a serious problem in Baja and Immigration and
U.S. Customs officials may insist on these documents.
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The intense heat of a Baja summer
can kill a pet if they are not kept cool and have plenty of water.
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Carry your pet's favorite food
with you, you may not be able to find it in Baja.
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Don't let your pet run loose,
there are many local strays in every village and they are not too likely to
tolerate a "newcomer". Also, there are efforts underway in many
parts of Baja to catch and destroy strays. Don't let your pet get caught up
in this round- up!
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Be sure to take all the
medications your pet may be required to take over the course of the visit.
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Give your pet a safe and secure
place to bed down at night. Otherwise, they may become "pet food"
for the local coyotes.
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If you keep these things in mind, you
should have no problems bringing your pets into Baja, and it should make for a
safe and enjoyable trip for both of you. | Top |
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| Medical Information: |
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Medical Facilities - Adequate medical care can be found in
all major cities. Health facilities in Mexico City are excellent. Care in more
remote areas is limited. Serious medical problems requiring hospitalization
and/or medical evacuation to the United States can be very costly. Doctors and
hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services, and U.S. medical insurance
is not always valid outside the United States. U.S. Medicare and Medicaid
programs do not provide payment for medical services outside the United States.
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Medical
Insurance - Uninsured travelers who require
medical care overseas may face extreme difficulties. Please check with your own
insurance company to confirm whether your policy applies overseas, including
provision for medical evacuation. Please ascertain whether payment will be made
to the overseas hospital or doctor, or whether you will be reimbursed later for
expenses that you incur. Some insurance policies also include coverage for
psychiatric treatment and for disposition of remains in the event of death.
Useful information on medical emergencies abroad, including overseas insurance
programs, is provided in the Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs
brochure, "Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad,"
available via the Bureau of Consular Affairs home page or autofax: (202)
647-3000
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Other Health
Information - Information on vaccinations and other
health precautions may be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention's toll-free hotline for international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP
(1-877-394-8747); fax 1-888-CDC-FAXX (1-888-232-3299), or via the CDC's Internet
web-site. | Top |
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October 26, 2007 |
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BajaQuest™
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