Airline starts direct flights to San Felipe, Mexico

Seaport Airlines is now offering direct flights from San Diego to San Felipe, Mexico.

The airline will fly from Lindbergh Field to San Felipe four times a week with a nine-passenger Cessna Caravan. CBS News 8 spoke with passenger Margaret Downing on Monday's inaugural flight who lives in San Felipe part time. She says the drive usually takes her more than five hours, and the direct flight to San Felipe will cut her travel time down to less than an hour. "Especially coming back the other way, avoiding the wait at the border is a big benefit for a lot of people," Downing said. Airline officials say one-way tickets will run about $120 to $180. ***************************************************************************************************************************** complete article at: http://www.cbs8.com/story/27635322/airline-starts-direct-flights-to-san-felipe-mexico

3 GREAT PLACES TO DINE IN SAN FELIPE,MX!

Just 120 miles south of California, this Mexican fishing village was founded in 1916 and is surrounded by both sea and desert. Over the years, it has become a well-known vacation spot because of its miles of beaches and sand dunes as well as its shops and nightlife. After a drive to the valley of the giant cacti or a trip to the springs and waterfalls, visitors can dine at of several good restaurants in San Felipe.

*************************************************************************************************************************************************************** George's Hotel & Restaurant Bar Less than five miles from the Tijuana Cultural Center, this fine dining facility serves a variety of traditional Mexican dishes. Located within George’s Hotel, this restaurant allows guests to avail of the function rooms for parties and special events. Diners will enjoy sampling signature dishes like George’s Fajitas, which is composed of shrimp, beef, chicken and clams. For a selection of beers and cocktails, patrons can take advantage of the full service bar. Guests who prefer to explore the outdoors can go for a stroll to the bay area for sport fishing and boating, or head over to the sand dunes for ATV driving. George's Hotel & Restaurant Bar Ave. Mar de Cortez #1073 Downtown San Felipe, BC, Mexico 686-577-1971 georges.com.mx El Secreto ******************************************************************************** Located within the San Felipe Marina Resort, El Secreto offers everything from fresh seafood and local mountain quail to choice cuts of Sonoran beef. Kashmir, its fully stocked bar located at the beach, serves beers, wines and cocktails as well as local delicacies and light meals. During summer, this waterfront property provides outdoor seating around the pool and at the patio area. On weekends, it serves barbecues and provides music and dancing for entertainment. For added convenience, those who are returning from a fishing trip can request the chef to prepare a meal from their catch. Occasionally, this food establishment also hosts culinary events that showcase the preparation and cooking techniques of traditional Mexican dishes. El Secreto Highway 5, South of San Felipe San Felipe, Mexico 800-291-5397 686-577-1569 sanfelipemarina.net El Restaurante de la Langosta Roja (The Red Lobster Restaurant) ********************************************************************************** Centrally located in the town proper and just two blocks away from the beach and shopping area, this newly renovated dining facility offers Italian-style seafood dishes. Alfredo Berlingieri, a well-known chef and creator of the fettuccini Alfredo, gave six of his best recipes to this restaurant. This includes the Zuppa Stracciatella o Romana, Insalata di Fruto di Mare, Spaghetty Pasta a la Carretera, Curvina and Beef Filet Sicilian Style. Aside from its breakfast, lunch and dinner selections, Langosta Roja also provides a dedicated menu for Mexican dishes. Its full service bar has a variety of wines, beers and classic cocktails like margaritas, daiquiris and cosmopolitans. After a sampling of restaurant’s specialties, diners can take a short walk to the beach to relax and unwind. El Restaurante de la Langosta Roja (The Red Lobster Restaurant) Calzada Chetumal #125 San Felipe, BC Mexico 686-577-0483 sanfelipelodging.com **************************************************************** THE COMPLETE ARTICLE CAN BE FOUND AT: http://traveltips.usatoday.com/good-restaurants-san-felipe-mx-26934.html *