COST OF LIVING IN MEXICO
Just How Far Will Your Money Take You?

• Tiger Woods’ First Oceanfront Golf Course
• New Kind of Banking for Foreign Residents
• The Positive Effects of a Beach Walk
• Baja Country Club in Ensenada

Plus:
Second Annual Christmas Shoebox Project 2008, Our Little Miss Baja, Oyster Experience, Uncommon Women on Common Ground, If You Haven’t Eaten at Medio Camino (Half Way House), “D’ Groomer” Estética Canina – Dog Grooming, Magaña Family Dining in La Misión for Over 16 Years, The Whale Man of Ensenada, Grand Opening of Preferred Customers’ Unit of BBVA Bancomer, The Bistro (Java Jitters), AN AMERICAN IN BAJA: Marianne, Centavo’s Two Cents: ’Tis the Season . . . ing!, San Felipe Happenings, The Holiday Gift That Ultimately Stops Giving Altogether!, Baja Nueva has expanded, La Cocina de Ramón, International Funds Transfers Made Easy, A Mad Gringo dressed to chill, Discover Treasures at Consign & Design, Curios La Choya, Using a Home Inspector, Shopping for Property in Puerto Peñasco? ...AND MORE!

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Building in Mexico: The step-by-step process

PLUS: The Importance of Bonds for Construction; Working on your own Building Project; What VISA is needed

ALSO: Monday Night Football Specials; Improvements in Ensenada and Rosarito; Building and Construction in Ensenada; Baja Bill’s Property Management; Pet Friendly Building & Construction; San Felipe Home Builders; Sweitzer Construction Management; JJ’s Cantina – A Cholla Bay Story; The New “Green Building” in Mexico; Choosing the Right Lot for Your Home and much more...

• Real Estate Risk vs. Reward

• U.S. Recession and it's impact on Mexico
  

Rosarito Beach
Rosarito Citizens Committee
Dining: Vince’s Old Pier Restaurant

Ensenada
Dining: La Finca de Ensenada
Ensenada's Bright Future
Punta Colonet Megaport Begins

San Felipe
Dining: Armando Tacos
La Perla del Mar
An American in Baja
Dr. Jason Orthdontic
Street Dogs & Pets
Centavo's Two Cents
Redwagon Property Management
San Felipe Management Services
SeaMexico Realty

Puerto Peñasco
A Night of Romance & Music
Dining: Tortas Siria
Century 21 setting a new standard
My House in Peñasco
Bella Vista
Palacio del Mar
Real Estate in Peñasco
Land Development in Peñasco

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Cover Feature:

• Baby Boomers are starting to get it

• Living the American Dream in Mexico

• Importing Household Good into Mexico

• Top Ten Reasons to Retire in Mexico

• Moving you pet to Mexico

Calendar & Events:
Mexico shouts Mexicanos, viva México
for Independence Day (September 15-16)

Art & Design:
Kathy Keane: Science to art

Rosarito Beach:
New Wal Mart grand opening
Amigos Cantina

Ensenada:
Bamboo Garden is a favorite

San Felipe:
Los Arcos Restaurants expands
El Cheapo: First discount store
Centavo’s Two Cents

Puerto Peñasco:
Eating off the beaten path
Dreamy stay at Dream Weaver Inn
Why move to Puerto Peñasco?
Choosing a Realtor
Plinio Rivero Architects & Builders

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MEXICO'S WINE REVOLUTION
Mexico is the origin of the wine industry in the Americas.

SAN FELIPE
Changes at San Felipe Animal Rescue
Computing Integral Solutions
Desert Realty Gears Up
Los Arcos’ New Menu and Staff
New Chef at Al’s Backstreet

PUERTO PEÑASCO
Federal Investment Request
Firefighters Learn Medical Services
Rocky Point Reservations

ROSARITO
Rosarito Hotel
La Bamba Restaurant
New Visitor and Residence Assistance

ENSENADA
Dream Dining at La Vendimia
Sculptor Alfonso Arambula Robles
Fiestas de la Vendimia’s Deep Roots
Vinos Fuentes - Wine and Family

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July 2008 EDITION
Our 1st Annual Travel & Tourism Special Edition

Is Mexico safer than America? In this edition of Mexico Living we look beyond the headlines for the truth.

Every page is filled with the information you need to live, vacation, work or play in Northwest Mexico, with sections on Rosarito Beach & Ensenada, San Felipe and Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point).  

• Rosarito Beach Hotel
• La Fonda ResortBaja Country Club
• Sometimes timing is everything
• SCORE Baja 500
• Valley of the Giants
• Mexico to refund taxes to tourists
• Baja Diamanté: Jewels By The Sea
• Ultralight Flights
• Green Industry
• Free Diving in Peñasco
• Kayak Rocky Point
• En Route to the Copper Canyon
• Art: Pai Pai Indians
• Real Estate Greensheets
• Green Angels
• Tourism Offices & Embassies
• Baja California Acts!
• Toll Road Insurance 

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JUNE 2008 EDITION
Our 2nd Annual Health & Wellness Special Edition

A comparison of health care in the United States versus the health care in Mexico. Find out how health care in both countries are changing one another and the amazing number of Medical Tourist.

Every page is filled with the information you need to live, vacation, work or play in Northwest Mexico, with sections on Rosarito Beach & Ensenada, San Felipe and Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point).

• Mexican Dental Care with the Spa Treatment
• Gynecologist Making a Difference
• The San Felipe Hospital Saving Lives
• Cruz Roja (Red Cross) to the Rescue
• Healthcare Services in Mexico for U.S. Citizens
• Fly-In Medical Aid for Baja
• Mexico’s Junk Food Wars

PLUS:

• La Fonda Spa: Welcome to Baja’s Landmark Vacation Spot
• La Spa de Peñasco: World Class on the Sea of Cortez
• Go 2 Rocky Point For Fun & Health
• ANIMAL ADVOCACY in Baja
• Blues & Arts Forever! A Review & Thank you
• In Business: To The Top Elevators

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PARADISE SHARED BY FEW
A New Boating Boom in the Northern Gulf of California
By John Pack with Aerial photos by Hal “Paco” Clark

Escala Náutica - The Nautical Ladder
By Hal (Paco) Clark

Offshore Excursion in Puerto Peñasco
Words and photos by Charlie & Leticia Luse

Gulf of California: A Destination to Discover and Protect
By Alexi Holford

The Vaquita Porpoise: The Most Endangered in the Sea
By Allen Shaw

Artist Valentina Ragsdale: From Russia with Love
by Robin Waters

Is It Safe to Buy in Mexico?
By Mikhail Tuknov

Santiago’s Ocean Services
Over a Decade of Chartering in Puerto Peñasco
By John Pack

Plus,

• May Chili Cook-offs
• Top Reasons Why You Should Learn Spanish
• Hippies Rule in San Felipe
• Traveling to Baja California, Mexico
• The Origins of Cinco de Mayo

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APRIL 2008 EDITION
The Blues & Arts Special Edition.

The TecateSan Felipe Blues & Arts Fiesta
WILL YOU BE ONE OF THE LUCKY FEW TO SAY YOU WERE THERE?

61st Annual Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race
by John Pack

San Felipe Improving Law Enforcement
Finding balance between tradition and tourism
By Juan Tapia

Puerto Peñasco Shrimp Industry
Words and photos by Charlie & Leticia Luse

Two Tigers: A Mexican Tale of Two Tigers
by Hal “Paco” Clark

Always Shining Bright: June Snow
The life of the publisher of The Gringo Gazette in San Felipe and South Campos
By Bruce F. Barber

Plus,

• The Grand Baja Resort
• Versoleil Landscaping
• Artist Multi-talented artist of canvas and blues
• An Appreciative San Felipe Honors Ronda Walpole!
• CA Real Estate & Construction: Karla Lourdes Sánchez Overpeck

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Our BIGGEST EDITION to date. 80 FULL COLOR pages filled with the information you need to live, vacation, work or play in Northwest Mexico.

SAN FELIPE 250 IS BACK! 
SCORE Returns to San Felipe, Baja California for March race
By: Off-Road Racing

Baja’s Majestic Whales
Whale Watching on Pacific Baja and the Sea of Cortez
by Alexi Holford

El Gulfo Road to Puerto Penasco
Not ready for prime time...yet.
by Baja Benjamin

Puerto Peñasco Infrastructure
A city with growing pains
by Charlie Luse

Gracious Men of the Mexican Military
Military assistance helps insure our safety.
by Denny Flannigan

Our Unplanned Stop Under the Mexican Circus Big Top
by Laura Comstock

Mexico Tourism Board presents toy expo in the United States
By Mexico Tourist Board

THE Mexican Labor Law - Employee Rights
by Carlos Alberto Martinez Monges

Northwest Mexico Golfing
Tough Turf: Keeping it green in the unique and hostile environment of Mexico’s upper Sea of Cortez region.

Plus,

• San Felipe Management Services
• Chef Martin Colman Savoring Life and Freedom
• Mexico Living Home Show
• The Corona Hotel in Ensenada
• 10 Things to do before moving to Mexico

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NEW EXPANDED COVERAGE: 
The expanded regional magazine, now includes Rosarito Beach, Ensenada,  San Felipe and Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point).
 
- New Maps
- New City Guides
- Expanded Yellow Pages

Mexico's Carnival is a Fiesta Forever!
Take a personal look at Mexico's Biggest Carnival Events.

The San Felipe Home Show
A list of exhibitors and speakers of the First Annual Mexico Living Home Show

Artist Luis Cogley
Internationally well know artist makes San Felipe, B. C. home

Buying Real Estate in Mexico
Is the time right to purchase in Mexico?

Mexico Becomes First Choice for Many Second Home Buyers
By: Maria Lopez
Home to many popular tourist destinations, such as Cancun, Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta and Baja California, Mexico is also fast becoming a popular destination for those looking to purchase a second home for vacation, retirement or investment.

Plus,

• Lions Club Continues San Felipe Commitment
• Mexico’s Top 5 Offbeat Attractions
• Getting a Passport
• The History of San Felipe
• Choclate & Wine Pairing
• Dining at Paco & Miguels

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The Best of San Felipe 2007 - As the title implies, this is the year end BEST OF Edition featuring all the best business, best locations, best activites, best dining, best lodging, best of the best in San Felipe Baja California.

Its Getting Cold at the Border
By Larry Arredondo
It’s becoming less and less a privilege to be an American citizen when we re-enter the United States.

Baja Nueva Design and Decorating Studio:
Features Artist and Award Winning Executive Chef Michael Cunningham
Words & Pictures Robin Waters

40th Baja Mil – Spectators & Spectacle
The 2007 Baja 1000 Results (you remember).

Plus,

• Hazael Sierra, A Newly Confirmed Delegado
• San Felipe Loses The CigarMan
• The History of San Felipe, pt. 2
• Juanitos in the Ejido: Setting New Standards
• A Coffee Shop with new opportunities
• Baja Ranch & Sea Realty: 40 Years of Experience

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The Road to San Felipe 
by Lee Lyons, also contributing to this story was Victory Rodriguez.
Whether you've been coming to Baja for years or have only recently had your life enriched; we've all experienced Baja roads and have our own stories to tell. In this edition, we look at the history of the Baja Highways; the early travelers the current expansion and what the future may hold.

Ultimate Shopping Guide
A development guide to San Felipe.

One Artistic Family: 3 Very Different Styles
Juan Gomez and his sons Arturo and Ruben
by Robin Waters 

The Children are the Champions!
The Children of San Felipe are the real winners in the TECATE 3rd Annual El Dorado Ranch Charity & Celebrity Golf Classic.
by Hal "Paco" Clark

Plus,  

• San Felipe’s Championship Rowing Team
• Building an Outdoor Kitchen
• Gary Dilley: San Felipe Disposal’s Business is Picking Up

• Rosa Lina Ramos Lazcano

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Tale of the Fishermen: The Story of San Felipe Fishing
Featuring local fishermen Tino Somadossi, Tony Reyes and Florentino Mesa.
by Lee Lyons

Tony Reyes: A San Felipe Sport Fishing Legend
by Lee Lyons with interviews by Vitor Rodriguez Ratliff

All That Wonderful Shrimp!
by Robin Waters

Is My Car Legal In Mexico?
By Larry Arredondo

Artist Ron Saunders Reflects On His Medium
by Robin Waters

Of Course, Mexico!
U.S. State Department names Mexico as the retirement home of more Americans than anywhere else on the globe. Richard & Joyce Lawrence are an example.
By: Lee Lyons

American's Moving South of the Border:
Learn how many Americans are actually moving to Mexico

Plus,

• Celebrating the dead
• La Perla del Mar: Turning a Hobby Into a Career
• La Vaquita Marina Seafood
• Local Lions Club Celebrates With Parade
• San Felipe 2K Open Water Swim
• 15th Annual Shrimp Festival

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Charity Begins at Home: Pat Butler of El Dorado Ranch 
Featuring Las Caras de Mexico Celebrity Golf Tournament and the man behind the event, Pat Butler. Article published in English and Spanish. by Lee Lyons

How to protect your assets in Mexico with a Mexican Will
by Robin Waters 

• Golfing in Mexico
• Facts about bringing items across the borderL
• Jesus Carrillo of Baja Highlands.
• Latin Garden Grand Opening

PLUS, HUNDREDS OF REAL ESTATE LISTINGS.

Artist Robin Waters: Digital Transcending of Tradition
by John Pack

What May I Bring With Me Without Paying Duty?
By Larry Arredondo

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#4 - August & September 2007
August 1st, 2007

First Annual Health & Wellness seaturing Dr. Victor Abasolo
A local physician dedicated to the health of San Felipe.

- Is Mexican Social Security is good for Gringos? 
- How to choose international health insurance
- An update on San Felipe Hospital and their new director

On Building: Keep your home cool through the hottest months.
by Jonathan Spinner

Road Trips: The Long Hard Road
A family take the long hard road from Cabo to San Felipe.

Plus,

• The Art of Cactus Man Steve Sullivan
• New Real Estate Business TRES.
• The Debut of GREEN SHEETS the largest listing of available homes and properties.

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Featuring Russ & Margaret Farrell of San Felipe Casablanca.
The first time Russ and Margaret came to San Felipe from Vancouver, Canada was in 1994 on a recommendation from Fred & Diana Atkinson, who have been coming here for the past 20 years. They loved it so much they decided to retire and come to San Felipe on a permanent basis in 1999.

On Building: The Benefits of Straw Bale Construction,

Solar Energy: Maintaining your Batteries
Part two in a series on solar systems,

Plus,

• Half Million Dollar Medical Donation to Local Hospital, 
• Legal: Contract Writing in Mexico
• The Coffee Shop: Local Entrepreneur Brews Up Business
• Artwork of Andrena Joyce
• Snapshot Gallery with Stunning Local Images

Includes the all new Calendar and the debut of the San Felipe Yellow Pages.

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#2 April - May 2007

Playa del Paraiso featuring Eric Garcia
Will Playa del Paraiso create a paradigm shift in real estate and construction in San Felipe?
by John Pack,

Getting a Custom to Customs
Getting to know your border customs.
by Discover Baja CA,

On Building: Getting Started
Planning on building a custom home, here a few things to consider
by Jonathon Spinner

Legal Brief: Immigration Update 2007:
by Adriana Perez Flores

Paleo en Baja
A huge fossil bed just south of San Felipe is a delight for the "wannabe" scientists and thrill for the Paleontologist.by Walt "Jarhead" Jone & Ron Hutcherson

Plus,

• Entrepreneurs in Paradise by John Pack,
• Solar Electric Power for Home by Walt Wands
• Beauty & The Beach - by Mark Dille
• SnapShot Gallery - by local photographers
• Strength & Beauty: Metal Art of Melody Ashley
  by Rachel Pack, Photos by Mark Dille

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#1 - February & March 2007
February 1st, 2007

Playa de Oro Visionary: Bruce Parkman
A profile on San Felipe developer and his highly successful development.
by John Pack

On Building in San Felipe: Construction Material
Selecting the right building material can make or break a project, and determine whether you'll be home for the summer.
by Jonathon Spinner

Warm & Cozy: An Artist Retreat
An artists home built with tires. This custom built home has a large master casita made completely of tires. Artist Melody Ashley created a piece of art in this incredibly bright and beautiful home.
by John Pack

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