Is it SAFE to RV Baja, Mexico?

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Komentáře • 278

  • @robynidyllwild6755
    @robynidyllwild6755 Před rokem +6

    I lived in San Diego and graduated HS and College in San Diego. We went to Tijuana all the time. It was totally safe back in the day. so I often have to teach people this: There is no “A” in Tijuana so it is pronounced like
    Tea Juana. No “A” and now you know. You Answered a lot of great questions! Thank you 😊

  • @TravelingonAdventures
    @TravelingonAdventures Před rokem +4

    Great tips guys! One thing I think about also which I got from the Navy and visiting ports around the world is to always be aware of your surroundings at all times. Just be alert.

  • @andycommonsincanada
    @andycommonsincanada Před rokem +5

    We are Canadians that have been traveling all over the USA for months now and even been in a less desirable part of Detroit but not once have we felt unsafe. Thanks so much for being so honest and telling it how it is.
    Obviously traveling anywhere is subjective and it’s up to you to do your due diligence first and be prepared for any and all challenges and situations. That said if the Cops are as bad or worse than the criminals then we would really have to think twice about going to The Baja in our RV.

    • @LessJunkMoreJourney
      @LessJunkMoreJourney  Před rokem +1

      Very well said.

    • @andycommonsincanada
      @andycommonsincanada Před rokem

      @@LessJunkMoreJourney
      Thanks again for being so honest and candied. Having considered going to the Baja many times we have now come to the conclusion that right now it’s not for us.

  • @bluejchou4404
    @bluejchou4404 Před rokem +19

    Thank you for being frank, and not trying to sugarcoat it as if it’s not dangerous at all. Glad you all had the adventure and are back in the states safely.

    • @J_J_P_
      @J_J_P_ Před 7 měsíci

      I’ve been here for the last 3 months and haven’t felt this safe in a long time. Sure - always be cautious, but even Tijuana felt safe in the neighborhood by the Swap Meets.

  • @scheduledadventures
    @scheduledadventures Před rokem +5

    Yes, I love your first hand review of baja, i was agree with everything you said out loud in my empty room 😂
    Our kids knew the routine, once we cross the border and get into town the radio gets turned off and no one talks until we reach the "safe" narrow highway. We actually did break down in Mexicali once and couldn't believe how nice and helpful everyone was, so much more than even in the US. A young man that worked at a mechanic shop was sent by a good samaritan unbeknownst to us, and came peddling up on his bike with tools to help, and no one wanted anything in exchange. Im so glad your family was able to experience a place we love so much.

  • @donnaharris4459
    @donnaharris4459 Před rokem +3

    Thank you LJMJ for sharing your journey and experiences can't believe what happened to Stuart very scary. Glad everyone is safe take care have a great week.❤️❤️🇬🇧

  • @scotttan6377
    @scotttan6377 Před rokem +7

    Great comprehensive recap on your Baja journey covering the "Do's and Don'ts" , your personal experiences and take-aways , and sharing your memories to last a lifetime !

  • @fcadieux2416
    @fcadieux2416 Před rokem +3

    We also rv in Mexico. We mostly stayed in the mountains. There’s a large rv community there. We felt very safe and welcomed while we were there. We followed some simple safety tips. Like you said, no travelling at night, stayed on main road and toll roads if possible, and don’t travel alone. We LOVED our time there and we’re returning next year. The people are amazingly friendly and very family oriented. Driving through the USA to get to Canada is the same way. We try to travel in a safe way.
    I’m glad you had a good trip. I hope we run into your family one day!

    • @LessJunkMoreJourney
      @LessJunkMoreJourney  Před rokem +1

      That is awesome, where do you go in Mexico?

    • @fcadieux2416
      @fcadieux2416 Před rokem +1

      @@LessJunkMoreJourney This winter we stayed at Roca Azul RV Park in Jocotepec which is south of Guadalajara and at Villa Patzcuaro Garden Hotel & RV Park in Patzcuaro. We also visited Zihuatanejo. It’s a beautiful sea town off the bay of (you guessed it!) Zihuatanejo. We didn’t take our RV there since we were meeting family there for a little vacation but it would of been fine if we did. The roads are very nice in that area. While there we checked out RV Park Playa Linda (also known as RV Park Ixtapa). We’ll be staying there for a bit next winter. It has a pool, washroom, security, huge lot, and it’s right by the beach. It’s secluded but you’re steps away from resorts, and 30 min drive from the city. We pull a fifth wheel so there’s many cool places to stay that we simply don’t fit in. You would fit in many places with your class C and the roads are great. Stick to the toll roads and you won’t have any issues. Bonus info: There’s many places in the mountains that have hot springs. Roca Azul have a pool that is refilled every morning with hot mineral water. There’s even water park that are fed by hot mineral water. Check out Chimulco Trailer Park. It’s attached to Parque Acuatico Chimulco. They have a lazy river that is fed with hot mineral water! Additionally, the nights are very cool, so no need to run the air conditioner!

  • @mikeshaledlow1631
    @mikeshaledlow1631 Před rokem +3

    Glad you all made it back safely. 😊

  • @stevenkeithcoulthard706
    @stevenkeithcoulthard706 Před rokem +1

    Honestly after watching your videos of Mexico, it now has enticed me to put together a caravan of friends for us to take a trip down south. Every country has their bad areas, stay clear and enjoy a new country.

  • @pupcamper58
    @pupcamper58 Před rokem +2

    Glad that y’all made it back to Tennessee safe. Seems like you had a great time. I’m sure I would never regret doing it either. And I have traveled to Mexico numerous times and thank God I’ve never had any trouble. ❤

  • @richardross3172
    @richardross3172 Před rokem

    I had fun, thanks for taking us along!!!!😊

  • @doneason4494
    @doneason4494 Před rokem

    Thanks for the info, it was a great series. Safe travels!

  • @dianekirvan9906
    @dianekirvan9906 Před rokem

    Love ❤you guys! I am glad you are back safe and sound!

  • @Keith-zm9qo
    @Keith-zm9qo Před rokem +1

    I'm glad Y'all are back and enjoyed the trip !! There was definitely some beautiful scenery....
    Pro tip for everyone in the RV community or travelers anywhere...Guys, carry a fake "donor wallet"
    with an acceptable amount of corruption cash, or for pick pockets, or just a normal American
    style hold up. Then carry your real wallet / ID in a neck, waist or ankle wallet or front pocket.
    Same for the ladies, important ID, cards, papers, passport in something other than your
    purse or clutch. ....think of it as travel insurance, expect the worst, hope & pray for the best.
    Safe & happy travels 😊😎

  • @bettyjorodgers8552
    @bettyjorodgers8552 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for sharing your experience and information. Blessings

  • @susandixon3970
    @susandixon3970 Před rokem

    Welcome Home! Your videos were fabulous. Thank you for posting these. We are elderly and we will probably never get to go there in person so we just lived it through you all. Thank you.

  • @frankhazelton4591
    @frankhazelton4591 Před rokem +1

    Our California mountain Church’s would take high school teens down to build houses for the Oaxacan people in Vicente Guerrero just North of San Quintín once a year usually in February.
    No electronics allowed (except) walk-in talkies.
    The term we used to explain how to deal with situations in Baja is ‘Flexico’. You have to be flexible.
    I would love to take a trip in the RV to Mexico however my wife never wanted to go with us. She was afraid. Even though the major issues are in Tijuana and ‘mainland’ Mexico.
    God bless you for allow me to follow along on your Baja Journey.
    Tell your brother, our Youth Pastor took his family down with there RV to a beach town San Felipe and on the way back the Police robbed them.
    Mexico needs a lot of Prayers.

  • @johndenissweeney6753
    @johndenissweeney6753 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for your wonderful videos of Mexico and Baja . Like I mentioned before , I have friends who are travelling all over Mexico in their rv , the people are friendly and the scenery is amazing . Like anywhere else in the world , you have too be smart about where you are going and when …they travel 3 to 4 hrs a day max …if not staying at a location for a few days or week and never , never travel at night time ….they love it there ……too each their own…..better than being stuck watching a tv all day long 🤔🤔🤔

  • @theballfamily0
    @theballfamily0 Před rokem

    Very informative and honest opinions. Great video as always! Safe travels

  • @sheilacaine
    @sheilacaine Před rokem +1

    Oh boy you’re getting to stretch out. I enjoyed the journey but it’s always good to be home. You are an awesome family. I can’t believe how I have watched your family grow up. Your amazing. ❤❤❤❤

  • @user-ek6mf8jn6m
    @user-ek6mf8jn6m Před rokem +2

    Twenty-seven years ago we visited my mother in her winter home in Arizona. While there we made a few side trips with her. One of them included driving down to Baja, the northern tip, and camping on the beach in a tent. We went with a few of my cousins who vacationed there every winter. It was a great experience but I, too, got pulled over by the police. I had two of my cousins with me, one of which could converse in Spanish. There was a hidden stop sign that I didn't see. Thankfully he let me go but it was a little scary. Other than that we had no problems and it is a good memory.

  • @ShawnPatterson402
    @ShawnPatterson402 Před 4 měsíci

    Great review. Thank you. We will be heading there for sure. Will be in a travel trailer, but will be under 30 feet. Hoping it will be a blast, and pretty darn sure it will. You are right about safety. Be smart, do your research, know where you are, and enjoy. As always, safe travels.....

  • @retiredwithwood6586
    @retiredwithwood6586 Před rokem

    Glad your back!

  • @ellap1313
    @ellap1313 Před rokem +3

    You guys do such good after action reports. You do the good and bad, go over myths, and the stuff that works.

  • @bkopiasz
    @bkopiasz Před rokem

    Thanks for this honest post. It was helpful

  • @lesshustlemorecoffee
    @lesshustlemorecoffee Před rokem

    Glad you guys are back safely. I was a little worried about this trip but glad you had a caravan.

  • @meercatt
    @meercatt Před rokem

    It was a fun series to watch. Especially because Nathan is such a worrywart .. you don’t see videos from that perspective often because those folks just don’t go!😂 Thanks for sharing❤❤❤

  • @LiveFree123
    @LiveFree123 Před rokem

    Thanks so much for your candidness on your trip. I’m really looking forward to your live stream next Sunday ❤ from a Canadian grandma 🇨🇦

  • @jkim429
    @jkim429 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you so much for the information about what to do when pulled over by the police.
    As soon as we crossed the border in Mexicali east, we got pulled over and were immediately told to get out of the car.
    If it wasn't for you and your caravan's experience, we would not have known what to do.
    You saved us so much trouble! Thank you.

  • @charlenecastaldo3602
    @charlenecastaldo3602 Před rokem

    Thanks for all the great info and beautiful footage. Looks like you had a memorable trip.

  • @susanmccoy1992
    @susanmccoy1992 Před rokem +1

    I am so glad you guys are home safe!! Some great experiences, which probably outweigh any negative experiences. Poor Stuart!! Yikes!

  • @michaelmorrow614
    @michaelmorrow614 Před rokem

    You are my new favorites. Love the honesty. Keep it coming

  • @sherriweber7105
    @sherriweber7105 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for these tips on how safe it was in Baja! These are great tips! Glad you had a great time except for the weather being windy and cold. See you all soon! Safe travels!

  • @elizabethpreviti598
    @elizabethpreviti598 Před rokem +1

    Also glad ur back safely 🙏💘

  • @athomewithjenny
    @athomewithjenny Před rokem +1

    I'm so glad you guys went and had a fantastic time 😁

  • @tracyroy9289
    @tracyroy9289 Před rokem +2

    Thank you for the honest review. Canadian here and I'm definitely worried about areas in the states as well. Personally LOVE Mexico and will be retiring there in the next 5 years. Like anywhere, there's good and bad and don't believe everything in the news. They're paid to be dramatic.

  • @cynthiasmith4966
    @cynthiasmith4966 Před rokem

    Well balanced comments.
    Nathan-we saw your challenges along the way and Marissa-you are the poster woman for joy for any journey!
    Glad you are back in the USA!

  • @craftytraveler9238
    @craftytraveler9238 Před rokem +2

    I really enjoyed your videos. And I enjoyed my trip with Fantasy Rv Tours. They are the best. The Wagon masters and tail gunners took care of everyone in our caravan. There were 22 rigs and 42 people. I would like to go again with a smaller group to San Felipe and or Rosarita beach.

  • @johnnylightning1491
    @johnnylightning1491 Před rokem

    The Spot device that you showed and its competitor the Garmin In-reach, are great gadgets if you are going to be out of cell phone range. They may be a little pricey but on certain plans you can turn them on an off at your convenience. I couldn't agree more with learning enough Spanish to carry on a decent conversation. It let's you know what the locals are saying. Keep the good stuff coming guys and give the kids a hug for me.

  • @Benidew
    @Benidew Před rokem

    Great informative video. Glad you made it safely back to Tennessee!

  • @wendyfilice7101
    @wendyfilice7101 Před rokem +1

    Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I have told people the same things. The US has many dangerous areas and crime.

  • @JoanDaniels-oo8go
    @JoanDaniels-oo8go Před rokem

    thank you for this information - glad you had a wonderful time

  • @RamblinRoadies
    @RamblinRoadies Před rokem

    Great information guys. 👍🏻

  • @PSC9634
    @PSC9634 Před rokem

    I was worried about all of you the entire trip. Your honest assessment is appreciated. Your children are so beautiful and mannered. You are great parents.

  • @gregspence2202
    @gregspence2202 Před rokem

    Loved all the videos in this series. Karen and Greg

  • @QuiltGeek
    @QuiltGeek Před rokem

    Great breakdown!! We call the Baja Blast Montezuma’s Revenge!!

  • @edandsharonmoreland
    @edandsharonmoreland Před rokem

    My wife says no thank you. Glad you made it home safely to Cookeville. We drove through your area last week on our way home to northern IL and it was very windy.

  • @kristinag1610
    @kristinag1610 Před rokem +1

    That’s great advice you guys rock ❤❤❤❤

  • @susanpopper7778
    @susanpopper7778 Před rokem

    Oh we love our Solitude! Great video!

  • @patriciacoxson3180
    @patriciacoxson3180 Před rokem +1

    Hello there. It doesn't matter where you are its bad all over but we think that Mexico is bad to be right now. They have told everyone not to go there. I'm glad you guys are having fun and enjoying your time together.. at long you are having fun and have no problem there in Mexico.. love seeing your sweet daughter and Son. Growing up too fast enjoy every minute of it. Stay safe out there on the roads Take care God bless you and 😊

  • @Mikesroadtrip-ec5kp
    @Mikesroadtrip-ec5kp Před 10 měsíci

    We loved Baja. Everyone was nice. Some people even told us where to camp and not to camp. We ran into more bad people in the US. Matter or fact!! My truck was stolen out of Miami. Thank God we got it back 11 days later.

  • @kathykeene2092
    @kathykeene2092 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the tips. It’s doubtful that we will ever do the Baja trip and we live about 90-minutes from the border.

  • @jolenecreech7648
    @jolenecreech7648 Před rokem

    No bueno! Glad you are safely home. ❤

  • @gonzo219
    @gonzo219 Před 8 měsíci

    I have a mobile Starlink subscription and wanted to use it on the road, while traveling, in areas with minimal cell service. But, I was not really wanting to cut open my antenna to mount it horizontally because when we get to a campsite sometimes the trees can be in the way and I can move to a better spot with the stand. So I mounted my antenna to a large plywood base with bolts and butterfly nuts and left it in the back bed of my pickup truck and it works fine. Then if needed, I can unbolt it and move it. I mounted it about 3/4 the distance of the bed towards the cab and have'nt seen it moving with the wind, etc. I figured if the motors break, I'll install it in the horizontal mount I already have. But after 1 year driving around it works with my 12v-110 sine wave inverter in the back seat with the modem inside the cab and the cable running out my sliding back window with a cardboard spacer.

  • @sherriitsamea3476
    @sherriitsamea3476 Před rokem +4

    I cannot believe Stewart was robbed like that! That is so so scary. Anything could have happened!!! Nope, it’s a no from me dawg. Don’t think I’ll ever want to go there now. And Mexico was my favorite Keeping Your Daydream season.

    • @deedeew4040
      @deedeew4040 Před rokem

      Police are corrupt all over the world. I heard not all police are legit, they are imposters in Mexico.

  • @rvingthegaultway5793
    @rvingthegaultway5793 Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @kathleendougherty9807

    Very informative video! Thank you …welcome home

  • @paulonorato8765
    @paulonorato8765 Před rokem +1

    What a great series on Mexico.
    We’ve been re-watching your series from Alaska because that’s where we’re going this summer. What are the most important things that you can think of to recommend to a couple traveling to Alaska and back from the Napa Valley in California? Thank you so much for sharing all that you do with each of us every Sunday. Stay safe and well and welcome home.

    • @LessJunkMoreJourney
      @LessJunkMoreJourney  Před rokem +1

      Don't rush the trip. 😀

    • @suemeyer7551
      @suemeyer7551 Před rokem +1

      When you go thru BC, most people seem to bypass the Okanagan (Vernon, Kelowna, Penticton, Osoyoos ) it is spectacular. Kalamalka Lake is one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen.

  • @DavidHBurkart
    @DavidHBurkart Před rokem

    So, I will say this. Y'all made this Baja trip seem doable, coming from a position on my end of being a hard "no". Trust me, that is a big change from where I was before watching this season of LJMJ.

    • @chilibowl65
      @chilibowl65 Před rokem

      Even after that guy got physically assaulted and robbed by the police!?
      Hell no! That makes it a “harder” pass in my book. Safe travels 👍

  • @n1uno1965
    @n1uno1965 Před rokem

    Very much enjoyed your summation! 👍🏻😘🖖🏻🙏🏻

  • @brettelizabethspore
    @brettelizabethspore Před rokem

    I think my mom would have a stroke if we went to Mexico right now. I think it looks like a lot of fun and you shared great tips for staying safe. I’m sorry for Stewart’s situation. That is by far one of my greatest fears with international travel in general - government/police corruption.

  • @dfloro1
    @dfloro1 Před rokem +2

    I am so glad you had a great time. However, when our son in law,who is Border Patrol in AZ, states it is not safe to go to Mexico anywhere, it is not worth the risk anywhere. That includes all the resorts. The Cartel owns all of those. But getting to one can be dicey. We know that from a pastor friend who was stuck in jail for many days for nothing. He was vacationing there in a resort. You cannot compare it right now to the US violence, even though we are seeing many unfortunate changes here in the last couple of years. When we visited our daughter and were speaking to a local who had grown up on the border, the stories she told were indescribable. Especially with the children. So again glad you had a great time and I enjoyed your videos. But it is not apples to apples. The Cartel owns Mexico.

  • @sandybourbeau9670
    @sandybourbeau9670 Před rokem +1

    As a Canadian, I can assure you that crossing the border into the US (driving) can be quite the experienceI I have to say that Canadian border patrol are particularly interested in whether Americans have guns as that is a significant cultural difference in Canada.... We do not "have the right to bear arms". All that being said, my family are spread out through USA and Canada and we feel fortunate to feel quite safe visiting them in the US.

  • @wandrousvindella716
    @wandrousvindella716 Před rokem +1

    I've been to Tijuana twice (my first & last trip) So personally I have no desire to ever step back into Mexico. Just the fact that fentanyl is coming across their border (but that's me) My question for next week : what's in Baja that I will not find anywhere else in the world? Glad y'all are home safe, as this Nanna has done loads of prayers for safety. Marissa, I hope you got your share of tablecloths and fabrics. 😘 And thank you all for sharing the journey ~

  • @Carole712
    @Carole712 Před rokem

    Glad you had a fun trip. So sorry for being robbed by the cops. Enjoyed this journey with you.

    • @moricey4776
      @moricey4776 Před rokem +1

      Not the cops, they said the Cartel’s robed him. So dangerous ‼️👍🇺🇸

    • @Carole712
      @Carole712 Před rokem +3

      @@moricey4776 …noooo, they said the cops….repeatedly. Motorcycle cops to be exact.

    • @moricey4776
      @moricey4776 Před rokem +1

      @@Carole712 : then the Cops are as bad as the Cartel, stealing $60 out of his wallet‼️ The so called cops wouldn’t help them if needed. Bad deal all around. I would never go there‼️👍🇺🇸

  • @user-lj4rd6fv3o
    @user-lj4rd6fv3o Před rokem

    Marissa and Nathan, wherever you are, always be careful and very attentive. You are good people and I would not like something to happen to you and/or your children. Happy Adventures to You🖐

    • @ginasmall6817
      @ginasmall6817 Před rokem

      Their whole video was about the research they did. Traveling in a group ect… Sounds like to me they were very cautious but still had fun. These are moments their kids will never forget!

  • @lindamcnair2600
    @lindamcnair2600 Před rokem +3

    Thanks for sharing your trip and all the inside information for those that want to go. Love your videos!

  • @mozberg2191
    @mozberg2191 Před rokem

    I recommend you don't refuse getting out of your car, although it's supper rare for what happened to your buddy, it's much more common to get extorted for some cash, if you refuse you will get yourself in a much worse spot. A buddy of ours did that while in a caravan of towed boats, he ended up getting arrested and going to Ensenada. He was out 24 hours later, but the boat was never seen again.

  • @sherriweber7105
    @sherriweber7105 Před rokem

    Wow! I can’t believe the round abouts have stop signs in them and some are hidden wow! That’s crazy.

  • @tikon11
    @tikon11 Před rokem +1

    Another thing, is don’t drink and drive, seriously, I have traveled to Baja for about 25 years, sometimes all the way to Cabo, and I have seen accidents happen and there is always drink involved, but a bad situation gets worse when the nearest town is 6hrs drive for the paramedics to show up, btw I have always cross through Tijuana with no issues, thanks for the tips!

  • @Aussielife1818
    @Aussielife1818 Před rokem +2

    I am in Mexico rn lol its not bad at all

  • @StuPedasso
    @StuPedasso Před rokem

    "Marissa owns the tie-breaker"...smart man! 👍

  • @sherriweber7105
    @sherriweber7105 Před rokem

    I agree the roads there in Mexico weren’t that wide and no shoulder to pull off on.

  • @c.alcazar2584
    @c.alcazar2584 Před rokem +1

    Im glad you are safe at home. The safety thing I know that Mexico is famous for bad things, but like you said, you have to be aware of your surroundings. If you are going back in the future, I'll recommend to learn Spanish, but after all Im happy you enjoy it anare safe back.....❤

  • @imsharonl2
    @imsharonl2 Před rokem +3

    Just takes one mishap🙏

  • @sahmof7
    @sahmof7 Před rokem

    Very well done! & Marissa you are so pretty!!

  • @rickdozier3609
    @rickdozier3609 Před rokem

    I bet it feels good to be back at home. I am in Cosby.

  • @karenebarker9244
    @karenebarker9244 Před rokem +11

    I'm glad your experience was fun and safe for the most part. Glad you are home in The States. We love traveling to Canada but our couple times going across the border to Mexico left us anxious and wary. There are so many wonderful places to explore in the USA that we don't feel the urge to travel to Mexico anymore than we have. All the best y'all ❤️

  • @lorih4392
    @lorih4392 Před rokem +3

    Can you do a video on that battery pack you used, and are you keeping the viva?

  • @vickihogan8207
    @vickihogan8207 Před rokem +1

    I’m glad you are back in the US. Yes, there are bad places here, but you know where to stay away from…like Baltimore! My question wound be are you going to start taking the Viva more and leaving the RV at base or did you really miss the RV?

    • @LessJunkMoreJourney
      @LessJunkMoreJourney  Před rokem +1

      We sure did miss the 5th Wheel so we think our future travels will be a mix.

  • @Katerade753
    @Katerade753 Před rokem

    A point of contention here: most violent crime in Baltimore (and most large US cities) is not stranger crime but gang on gang crime. In Mexico, however, you have the added risk of being targeted simply for being an American tourist. Doesn’t mean it’s a huge risk in Baja, but it’s still a unique risk that you don’t have in Baltimore and other large crime ridden cities.

  • @rebarguy4051
    @rebarguy4051 Před rokem +2

    Mexico is bad asss ....well worth it

  • @AnnetteLG
    @AnnetteLG Před rokem +3

    It’s more dangerous RVing in Chicago, St Louis, Los Angeles, New York etc… 🤷‍♀️

    • @sarahbainbridge-seevinck7361
      @sarahbainbridge-seevinck7361 Před rokem +1

      100% there are sketchy parts of all countries (well maybe except Monaco ;)).

    • @dsjonesconservative8509
      @dsjonesconservative8509 Před rokem

      Big difference- at least in those cities you have the option of having a firearm, which when traveling, we always do! And as for those cities, we drive through, NEVER stopping.

  • @spencerharvey743
    @spencerharvey743 Před 20 dny

    Pro tip when paying a bribe! The more cops that show more the bribe goes up ! Try to negotiate with the cop as fast as possible! Best to be nice wile they shake you down 😂

  • @elizabethpreviti598
    @elizabethpreviti598 Před rokem +1

    U guys have a lot more courage than we do! We ain’t going but then we have lived In Baltimore 😂

  • @awesomewade21
    @awesomewade21 Před 5 měsíci +1

    It’s no go for me! Sounds fun but I think it would cause me too much anxiety to be there.

  • @daleclark8872
    @daleclark8872 Před rokem

    Love watching your videos. So fun to go on adventurous vacations VIRTUALLY through your videos! Safe travels! 🙏❤️🙏

  • @sallylove3563
    @sallylove3563 Před rokem +1

    I had to kinda giggle when you compared Mexico to Baltimore I live very close to good ole Baltimore and despise any more if I have to go into it ... its so sad because it does have awesome places too see ... but no thank you its beyond sad the crime ...

  • @esthermcgough3995
    @esthermcgough3995 Před rokem

    Welcome home

  • @sarahbainbridge-seevinck7361

    Our home was robbed in Salt Lake City - the most 'safe' religious city around, AND my husband held-up at gunpoint by 8 police with automatic weapons when he was out for a run...he still has PTSD. Not to mention the child who was held up by police in his grandmother's front yard 'because he was black' by the police. We seriously cannot assign crime or bad policing to another nation until we have fixed our own.

    • @theheartoftexas
      @theheartoftexas Před rokem

      It sounds like you live in a really bad area! You might think of moving to a different area.

    • @user-si5bl5kk5u
      @user-si5bl5kk5u Před rokem

      He was held up in Salt Lake by 8 police?

    • @sarahseevinck8470
      @sarahseevinck8470 Před rokem

      @@user-si5bl5kk5u yep.

    • @sarahseevinck8470
      @sarahseevinck8470 Před rokem +1

      @@theheartoftexas It was actually considered very safe. And mass shootings happen everywhere - regardless of crime rates. The US is seen as very unsafe by Europeans.

  • @michaelcertain415
    @michaelcertain415 Před rokem

    Great video! Glad you guys are home safe. Mexico is a hard pass for us. Bad roads, corrupt police, etc. are just not worth the risk for us. Being robbed by the police just going to the laundromat is just over the top crazy. He's lucky he wasn't jailed, beaten or even killed. Also, if he didn't have a dash cam with an SD card they would have just taken the dash cam itself, destroyed it and disposed of it somewhere. To each their own though. Glad you guys enjoyed your adventure!

  • @bethdawson889
    @bethdawson889 Před rokem +2

    I am so glad you all are back home! I was worried! I just told my Nashville best friend, "Yeah, this family from Cookeville is RVing in Mexico!" 🤣😍You all got my attention! The whales and the beaches look so amazing. Thank you so much for sharing your adventurous spirits and details of the journey.

  • @cindiallain8542
    @cindiallain8542 Před rokem

    I’m really glad when you are home. So, how did you feel when you got back to the 5th wheel? Like you were in a mansion? Lol great video. Thank you so much!

  • @saraha2816
    @saraha2816 Před rokem +1

    I'm glad your experience went well after all! I'm Canadian and I will be travelling across the US this summer. Do you think it's necessary to have a ''protection'' item (I won't mention ;))?

    • @theheartoftexas
      @theheartoftexas Před rokem +1

      In the US? No. Either you go to/stay in good areas where you don’t need protection, or, you inadvertently end up in a bad area where, quite honestly, you’re going to be up against people who are a lot better at using their protection than you are, and will probably use yours against you. And then of course, if you do use something, you will have to explain to the police and a court why you were justified. So bottom line is don’t do it. For Mexico, I think it’s illegal. You don’t want ANY interaction with the police in Mexico.

  • @zigarten
    @zigarten Před rokem

    We were told not to drive at night around Loreto because the cows liked the left over heat on the pavement! I'd go back to Baja anytime but my wife won't go near the state.

  • @dalemarshall9736
    @dalemarshall9736 Před rokem

    Enjoyed the trip! Are you keeping the Class B for more "mini trips"?

  • @cindypavao822
    @cindypavao822 Před rokem

    Do you see the common thread in the comments? Thank God you’re home safe. Looking forward to anywhere else you go!

  • @davidcolinstillman5585

    HI NATHAN MARISSA HENSLEY & JJ 👋
    THANK YOU FOR YOUR HONESTY ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 🙏 BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! THANK YOU 🙏

  • @johnr8629
    @johnr8629 Před rokem

    Did you bother getting licences for the radios. Love your channel.

    • @LessJunkMoreJourney
      @LessJunkMoreJourney  Před rokem

      The Mexican government has allocated UHF channels for this particular usage and they do not require a license.