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I have been invited to Ensenada by friends, but I do not have a passport. Is the passport law enforced to re-enter the US? Will any of my documents like a Driver's License, Birth Certificate or anything like that work?

Hi all, My friend and I (both in our 20s) are taking a short cruise to finish off our USA trip, we spend one full day ashore in Ensenada on the 22nd Jan 2011. Any tips would be great, it is our only chance to buy some local products if anyone knows of good markets etc. and anything else that is worth seeing or doing. We both enjoy adventurous activities so is it possible to go jet skiing or anything else like that?

We need to travel from Ensenada to Tijuana on a Saturday (Sep 25, 2010). Do buses run late and regularly on Saturdays?

I have gone here 2 times, but it was over 2 years ago. I know it's near a church. Can anyone give a tip of the location of this place, and how to get to it from the port? I am heading on a cruise on the 18th, and wondered if anyone could help me out with this?

I too would like to do the upcoming bike ride but have had no luck through their website finding out out shuttle services from San Diego to either Rosarito or Ensenada. Can someone help me out locating such a company?

I'm racing in the 2009 Newport to Ensenada regatta this month as a crewmember and am having a hard time finding transportation back to LAX from Ensenada. Nobody wants to rent a car for pick-up in Mexico and drop-off at LAX. Greyhound doesn't go to LAX from Ensenada and the only route they have takes 11 hours with a 5 hour layover in Tijuana and drop off some 15 miles from LAX. Haven't been able to locate a puddle jumper flight from ESE to LAX. Someone please help! My flight out of LAX back to St. Louis is at 9:40am Monday the 27th. The sailing race starts Friday the 24th at noon and we should be in Ensenada by late Sat evening. That leaves me with Sunday for travel back to LAX, or a very early flight Monday morning.

Im planning a trip to San Felipe but I will travel to Ensenada first. I'm curious as to whether there's a bus schedule from Ensenada to San Felipe?

Hi! We are planning on doing to Rosarito/Ensenada bike ride and have a few questions for anyone who does this frequently. Where is a good place to stay near the finish line? Is it better to stay in Rosarito or Ensenada? Also, would you recommend driving down or would it be better to get a package deal with a tour company? I have driven to Rosarito many times (never to Ensenada) but some of my friends have me worried about safety right now. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks so much!!

can you provide driving direction and map to go down from TJ to the hotel Las Rosas in Ensenada, Baja?

How much do golf carts cost to rent?

Has anyone else heard about this new haunted house located in ensenada. they say they are going to be there on october 2008 and i guess the guy that designed it built haunted houses in california. the only information i could find was their website. www.latinterror.com does anyone know anything else about it?

OK, I've read all of the tips I've seen, but none seem to address my question. My daughters (17 & 12) and I will be flying in to SAN in mid-July. Our flight doesn't arrive until after 9pm, so we plan to spend the night at a motel. We will be doing some volunteer work in Ensenada, but no one will be available to pick us up. They suggested renting a car and returning it four-five days later when they can go up there, but I don't want the expense and worry of renting a car for that long. I checked with some rental companies, and none do one way rentals into Mexico. I'm fine with taking the bus, but I'm not sure about bringing luggage. Question 1: A lot of the tips say to take the trolley, then the bus, but would there be room on each for 3 big bags and 3 carry-ons? Q2: Would it be better to stay at a motel nearer the airport, or nearer the border (remember we're arriving late...) Q3: Any motel recommendations? We're not looking for a four star experience, just somewhere safe to sleep. Thanks so much! Michelle

Will be living in Punta Banda for two months. Yeah!!! I'm looking for a dance teacher in ensenada--salsa or tango. does anyone have any leads?

I have family renting a place in Ensenada for a couple of months, and hope to drive down to stay for a few days of beach related relaxation in early March. My initial problem is deciding on a driving route from Albuquerque .... I have three crossings to choose from, but don't know the region well enough anymore to know which has the best roads for my needs ... do I want the toll roads or a normal highway? San Ysidro crossing? or Mexicali? Hmmmm Any ideas, or online maps resources would be appreciated :) Oh, and I hope you are all having a marvelous holiday season!

Are the ABC busses from border to Ensenada air conditioned? Do they have washrooms onboard?

How readily available are taxis in Ensenada? Will I be able to hail one passing by, or will it require a phone call? I am considering taking a bus down instead of driving my car from southern California, and was just weighing my options. Thanks, Anthony

Hi, I am going on on a cruise to Ensenada and would like to know if anyone would know the Saturday mass schedule. Thank You, Jim Farley

Could someone please tell me how far the cruise ship dock is from the tourist area of Ensenada? Is it walkable or do we need to take a taxi? Thanks for any help!

Hi, big thanks to everyone who posted info on Ensenada; it's been very helpful. I've read bus info on several posts & sites, but have yet to get any current information anywhere. I have found out that the Mexicoach bus going from San Ysidro border to Ensenada stopped running recently, and that I will need to bus it from TJ. Does anyone know the current schedule for TJ-Ensenada routes? Is it still roughly every half hour from 6am to 9:30pm both ways from Plaza Viva? Also, what is the current roundtrip fare? Is it necessary to make reservations ahead of time or will I be pretty safe just purchasing at the window? I plan to go on a Tuesday and return early Wednesday morning. Driving will not be an option for us. Any help would be so greatly appreciated!

Whats up VT Ensenada, I'm taking a cruise down to Mexico the weekend of June 29. I will be docked in Ensenada on Saturday the 30th. I believe i will only be there for approximately 5 hours from 12-5. I normally just go grab some food and hang out at Papas & Beer. I will be traveling with a few cousins and i believe all of them are at least 18. Do you have any other suggestions on what to do while we are there. I know its not a lot of time, but maybe we can find something fun to do within those few hours. Thanks for your help!! Roland

hello, Some friends & I are driving down to Ensenada to watch the Champions League Final on May 23rd. We need to find A) a good bar to watch the game in and B) cheap, clean basic hotel to stay in. Does anyone know if Papas & Beer shows soccer games? If not, are there any places with a big screen where we can watch the game? We also need one or two rooms from Wednesday morning until Thursday morning. Any reccomendations. Many thanks in advance

I'm meeting my friends in Ensenada and we want to leave my car somewhere safe and drive down the coast in their car. I'll be gone about 4 days. Does anyone know of a parking garage or hotel that would allow me to park? I wouldn't mind paying a fee, but it needs to be easy to locate because we all need to meet there. ( I've never been to Ensenada before) thanks for any suggestions

I'm staying on Punta Estero in one of the beach-side lots for a week this coming July. That's the small peninsula that shoots out northward, just north of Punta Banda. How are the beach conditions there? Is the water the kind you would want to swim in - ie. clear and clean? I imagine that the further away from the harbor, the better. Any surfing nearby? Looks like the big peninsula blocks off most of the swells - but perhaps that will make for clearer, warmer water? I snorkel and spearfish frequently, so I hope the conditions will be pleasant. Thanks.

My friend and I want to go to Ensenada for vacation but neither of us want to take our cars into Mexico. I was wondering if anyone could give me good detailed information on a bus company that we can take to Ensenada non-stop from San Deigo, and take back 3 days later. If anyone has any sugestions I would really appreciate the help! THANKS in advance!

My friend and I want to go to Ensenada for vacation but neither of us want to take our cars into Mexico. I was wondering if anyone could give me good detailed information on a bus company that we can take to Ensenada non-stop from San Deigo, and take back 3 days later. If anyone has any sugestions I would really appreciate the help! THANKS in advance!

Coming in on the Monarch 3/3/07. Which restaurant is best for lobster? Is that Las Rosa (?) resort better? Also, I will be looking to buy a large, painted pottery sun for my back fence. Any ideas where I might find one? Thanks so much! Janie

What is the most fancy restuarants in ensenada? For an good dinner

Around what time does people start to go to papas and beer? on thursday

Some 30 years ago I ate lobster at a great little place in Ensenada....would any one have any idea where this place may be?? It was one room, small, fairly close to the ocean...will be down there this Saturday, Nov. 18.........thanks!

How much does it cost?