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Bus Travel in Mexico? Read This Warning First!

Bus travel in Mexico? It is pretty economical, for sure. And buses can be hailed very much like a New York taxicab… just stand on the corner and wave your arms! But there are warnings attached to this mode of transportation: According to The Department of State: Buses and Public Transportation:Whenever possible, visitors should travel…

USD Border Film Week

Film week at USD this week March 28-31, 2011

Mexico is Calling! But the Call Isn’t Just to the “Spring Breakers”

Mexico is calling … you! Spring Break is upon us, and while many students will flock to Mexico at this time, the rest of us are also ready to jump-start Summer! Forget about being in college and going south of the border mostly because it is legal to drink at age eighteen. We, who crave…

Driving a Rental Car into Mexico? Tips for Getting Insured…

Are you planning a trip to Mexico and don’t want to take your own car this time? Check with the rental agencies … many allow you to drive across the border!

How to Insure a Rental Car for Mexico

Here’s a video that explains how to purchase rental car insurance for driving to Mexico.  

Gulf Cartel Boss Reported Dead

The cartel boss on the other side of Brownsville Texas has been reportedly killed in gun battle with federal authorities. See the CNN article here.

$630 Million “Green” Expansion and Remodel at worlds busiest border Crossing

The San Ysidro border crossing is getting a major face lift. More than 47 millions individuals crossed the border in 2003 (recently those numbers have declined by nearly 80%) however it is still considered one of the busiest. More than doubling the amount of northbound lanes and southbound inspections, the new crossing will include eco-friendly…

Blogging again

OK, we’re back! That last blog was a disaster, but now we have it cleaned up and ready to roll. Stay tuned by adding us to your RSS reader, and we’ll keep you informed.

SAN FELIPE ART SHOW – JAN. 31 (today)

Andrena Joyce will be Hosting her ART SHOW AT THE LIGHTHOUSE RESTURANT SUNDAY 10AM-3PM “I will be offering select paintings “FOR WHATEVER IT”S WORTH TO YOU”….why? Because I have paintings piling up and need the room! Also, all proceeds will benefit Women for Women International, a charity I have supported for years that helps women…

Border Wars New Episodes Mondays 9PM

Discovery Channel Border Wars Great videos here in case you can’t tune in to the show: Border Wars Producer Videos