Tuesday, January 7, 2025

WARNINGl travel might be something you want to delay for a while in San Felipe area!

San Felipe is simply NOT SAFE right now…
In light of the most recent wave of violence in San Felipe and only a minimum response from the local or state authorities, we feel it is our responsibility to speak out and advise our members to avoid travel to the San Felipe area for the time being. There is a struggle for power in San Felipe right now between the Cartels and the government. In recent days there have been a chain of violent attacks and homicides on private citizens in the area as well as a Cartel imposed curfew on the town under the threat of violence / death. In the video threat posted online, it also said that any taxis out circulating after dark would be stopped and burned. The only official response from the local Municipal Government was an announcement of “increased patrols and checkpoints” while at the same time insisting that it is safe for tourists to travel to the port city on the Gulf of California. State public security authorities have routinely been responsive when we have reached out to them with such concerns but have not responded to our recent concerns, possibly because of the timing in this Holiday Season. Reviewing Spanish language social media for the local San Felipe area, the general population is taking this threat seriously, with the mostly barren streets at night in town evidence of their fear. Living down here full-time for well over 2 decades has taught me to pay attention to what the locals say and do in such scenarios, especially in the void of a strong, official response. OUR ADVICE If you were planning to travel to the San Felipe area in the coming days, we recommend you delay those plans or consider an alternative itinerary to another region of the peninsula. If you are already in San Felipe for a visit, consider your options and whether it makes sense to leave right now. If you stay, remain indoors as much as possible, especially after dark. There are transport options in town to get food/supplies safely delivered to your door if needed. Please do not risk driving in San Felipe after dark right now, you should take the curfew threat seriously… This is from the FB page Dec 26, 2024 #1 Just a heads up guys. The cartel imposed a curfew for after dark in San Felipe area. Numerous murders in the last week. 1 or 2 in El dorado ranch, and 2 brothers that were the owners of Alex's restaurant. Govt not doing a damn thing. Day driving only for now. My aunt showed me on talk baja and FB. I don't have either so someone could possibly thro up the link. FORUM

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

San Felipe Mexico VALENTINES DAY WEEKEND 2025 DEAL on a budget, for under$500, including all fees & taxes!

San Felipe Mexico VALENTINES DAY WEEKEND 2025 DEAL on a budget, for under$500, including all fees & taxes! DEAL
Popular amenities On private beach Parking included Pet friendly Bar Room service Breakfast available Air conditioning Free WiFi Restaurant Parking and transportation Free self parking on site Onsite parking includes off-street options Food and drink Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children A bar/lounge A coffee shop/cafe A restaurant Internet Available in all rooms: Free WiFi Available in some public areas: Free WiFi Conveniences Limited-hour front desk Guest services Housekeeping (on request) Outdoors Garden On a private beach Outdoor entertainment area Outdoor furniture Terrace Accessibility No elevator Languages spoken English Spanish More Mosquito nets Smoke-free property Restaurants on site Restaurant Beach Palapa Activities nearby Windsurfing

Monday, December 23, 2024

San Felipe Mexico vacation on a budget???

I know what you are thinking,yeah right you can not get a great vacation deals anymore! Well here is one, how about a 5 day stay in san Felipe for under $200.00 dollars US! YES under $200 For hotel stay for 2 all taxes and fees included and free parking! THE DEAL
This is for a great long weekend budget vacation for 2 on Valentines day weekend Feb. 13-17 5 days of fun https://expedia.com/affiliates/san-felipe-hotels-hotel-diamante.NLkofqm

Sunday, December 22, 2024

What is a hostel and should I stay in one on my next trip to San Felipe Mexico?

Hostels are a good option for travelers to San Felipe, Mexico, especially for those traveling alone, on a budget, or looking to meet new people: Meet new people Hostels are a great place to meet other travelers, exchange tips, and make friends. Save money Hostels are a budget-friendly option, and some offer private rooms, double beds, or bunk beds. Flexible Some hostels allow you to book a night's stay at short notice, or extend your stay. Communal areas Hostels have communal areas like kitchens, lounges, and dining rooms where people can hang out and socialize. Here are some tips for finding a hostel in San Felipe: Book early: To get the best price, try to book more than 90 days before your stay. Use a map: A map can help you find the best hostel for your needs.

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Can you go fishing in San Felipe Mexico I'm 2024

San Felipe, Mexico is a great place to fish in 2024, with a variety of fish and techniques to try: Fish
You can catch a variety of fish in San Felipe, including roosterfish, snapper, halibut, corvina, dorado, sierra, and triggerfish. The waters around Konsag Island are a popular spot for fishing, but you should be careful of sea lions that might try to steal your catch. Techniques You can use a variety of techniques, including casting poppers and swimbaits in the early morning, and live bait like sardines or mullet later in the day. When to go The peak fishing season is from October through early April, but you can fish all year. Licenses You need a fishing license if you're bringing your own boat, but not if you're renting a panga boat. You can buy a fishing license from the local warden at the marina. Mexican law requires that everyone on a boat with fishing tackle has a current license. Other considerations Some fishing crews clean the fish for you on the way back.

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Camping in San Felipe Mexico.

Campgrounds in San Felipe
I’ll cover this in a north to south sequence for easy navigation. Many campgrounds in the area do have their own bathrooms with showers, toilets and other facilities. It’s also important to realize that very few free or “wild camping” sites are present near town. The farther you travel or north or south, the more prolific they become. Everything listed here is an official campground with paid sites. Villas de Cortez They have rentals and the option to camp with palapas on the beach and RV spaces. It’s more of a community with large grounds. The latest reviews are very mixed with some saying the grounds are in need of maintenance. It is a great location however and it’s worth checking out as an option. Amenities: Flush Toilets Showers (cold) Electric outlets BBQ Pits Community kitchen ***************************************************************************************************************************************************************** Pete’s Camp For travelers coming from the north, Pete’s Camp is one of the first options you will see. It’s just north of town in a location that is private and removed yet only a seven or so minute drive to the malecon. They have beachfront palapas, reasonable rates and it’s a popular choice for good reason! You have the option for dry sites or full hookups at different rates. Amenities: Full hookups RV dump station Hot showers Popular restaurant on-site Laundry facilities Level concrete pads for parking Security ***************************************************************************************************************************************************************** Playa del Sol Far less popular than Pete’s, Playa del Sol is generally less crowded and a bit lower on the price point. Don’t expect stellar amenities but it does have everything you could need for a night or two on the beach. Amenities: Electric outlet (separate from campsites) Restrooms Palapas Beach access ****************************************************************************************************************************************************************** Campo Turistico #1 campo touristico san felipe They have a great little restaurant. This is a great little RV park with a very nice restaurant. It’s not located directly on a sandy beach but it does have a rocky beach and it’s a very quick walk to the sand where the other parks are lined up. I stayed a few nights here and really liked the privacy and separation from other RV parks and town while retaining walking distance convenience. The restaurant was also fantastic and they have an oyster farm out front for fresh food! The only downside was that the parking isn’t level. Bring leveling blocks. Amenities: Restrooms Hot showers Electric outlets at sites Restaurant Benches, grills and shade structures Ocean access RV dump hookups Kiki’s RV and Hotel Like Pete’s, Kiki’s is a town favorite with an excellent reputation. It has beautiful sites, palapas with elevated patios, plenty of services and gated security. Kiki is very friendly and the experience is typically positive here. Rates aren’t the lowest but it’s clean and well maintained. Amenities: RV hookups Tent sites Hot showers Flush toilets Wifi Beach and town access Great security ****************************************************************************************************************************************************************** Ruben’s Camp Very similar to Kiki’s with a gated park that backs up to the beach. They are right next door to each other and this one is at a slightly lower cost. They have hookups, a restaurant, palapas and nice grounds overall. The only complaints center around bathroom cleanliness. Amenities: RV hookups Showers and flush toilets Palapas and shade Beach and town access Security ***************************************************************************************************************************************************************** La Palapa RV Camp Next in line on what is essentially a strip of adjoining RV parks is La Palapa. Located just down from Ruben’s, it has a similar layout with great fencing for security and access to the street or beach. All of the latter several places essentially access the same beach. I did a drive-through and quick look around here and it seemed super nice and clean. Amenities: Laundry Palapas Electric, water and sewer hookups Hot showers Flush toilets Campo San Felipe There’s a hotel and RV park with a location very close to the malecon. If you visit for festivals or big events and want to join the party, Campo San Felipe is perfect. Having the hotel adjacent means campers get pool access as well. Amenities: Swimming pool Flush toilets Hot showers Security Wifi Full RV hookups Beach access ***************************************************************************************************************************************************************** Malena and Leo’s Camp The budget option in town has a perfect beach, palapas and nothing more. Lock your stuff up at night because the beach also has public access. Otherwise, this campsite is pretty nice for vans and truck campers that want something simple and inexpensive. Great hosts as well. *************************************************************************************************************************************************************** Victor’s RV Park Just south of town, RVers will like the full hookups. Beach sites do fill more quickly but there is plenty of space throughout the campground. The nice bathrooms are a major bonus. Also the fact that they take credit cards in the restaurant. It’s not the cheapest place around but is very nice overall Amenities: Bar and restaurant Full hookups Wifi Nice bathrooms with flush toilets Hot showers ******************************************************************************************************************************************************************** Club de Pesca (Fishing Club RV Park) Likely the most underrated RV park and campground in the area, Club de Pesca is clean and has a wonderful location. Dry campsites are very tent friendly and RVers will find full hookups. Shade and palapas also make for a nice experience. You can still walk to town from the site as well. Amenities: Full hookup sites Nice palapas Beach access Dry sites Flush toilets * hot showers ******for complete afticle see:https://crossbordercoverage.com/camping-in-san-felipe-baja/