![]() ![]() Start with fresh fruit doused in chili and lime, or a coconut hacked open right in front of you. Follow the chaos to Mercado Hidalgo, a 10-minute drive in, for a taste of old school TJ just as you’d picture it-packed with piñatas, Mexican candies sold by the pound, and determined hawkers who know how to close a sale. Highway 5 takes you across the border and will spit you out on a speedway in the heart of Tijuana. Try the seafood in Popotla, a tiny fishing village south of Tijuana. Regardless of when you visit, bring a decent jacket for the evenings. In the dead of winter (January), daily temps usually hover around 70 degrees-and they only get higher (80s) in the summer-meaning this itinerary holds up year-round, but spring or summer is best for getting in beach time. ![]() This northern section of Baja California is temperate all year long, with only a few rainy days per year. Otherwise, just treat it like any international border: bring your passport and remember to toss any fresh fruit before reaching customs. If you're planning your trips months in advance, consider applying for expedited re-entry through the government's Sentri program (it's like Global Entry, but for land borders-plus, it's free for travelers who already have Global Entry). The drive into Mexico is breezy, but prepare for a wait on the way home. If you’re coming from further or driving your own car, buy a policy from MexPro, the weekend warrior provider of choice. Rental car companies in San Diego will usually offer insurance for travelers crossing the border-and we’d recommend opting in. car insurance doesn’t cover you in Mexico. Make sure you have a few dollars or the equivalent in pesos on hand to pay tolls along the way. ![]() You’ll be following the 1D toll road toward Ensenada (this is the scenic route don’t let your GPS put you on the inland 1). This route kicks off from the San Ysidro border crossing, which is the port of entry for those coming from Los Angeles, San Diego, or the San Diego airport. Courtesy Encuentro de Guadalupe The trip: Three days, 100 miles Encuentro de Guadalupe in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico’s wine country. ![]()
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