Crossing the US/MEXICO Border 🇲🇽 My First Day in Tijuana, Mexico

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    Tijuana, Mexico is one of those special places on this planet that everyone has an opinion about before they've ever visited. I decided it was long-over-due for me to travel down from San Diego and cross the border into Tijuana for a week of eating, exploring, and education.
    The US/Mexico Border Crossing just south of San Diego to Tijuana, Mexico is the most highly trafficked border crossing in the entire world. More people cross the Tijuana San Diego border than anywhere else on earth, that's crazy to think about!
    Obviously, one of the most polarizing aspects of Tijuana, Mexico is the border wall that is being constructed from the Pacific Ocean, past San Ysidro, past Otay Mesa, heading east towards Arizona and Texas.
    After crossing the San Ysidro Pedestrian Border Crossing south of San Diego, our first order of business in Tijuana was to go visit the Parque de Amistad (Friendship Park) in Playas de Tijuana, where the border wall actually goes all the way into the Pacific Ocean.
    From Parque de Amistad, we traveled to lunch in the Lagos neighborhood of Tijuana for delicuous gorditas and quesadillas.
    After lunch, we got to see the massive border crossing line from Tijuana to San Diego.
    We also checked into our Tijuana Airbnb near the Telefonica Gastro Park and finished the day at Norte Brewing, right next to Avenida RevoluciĂłn in downtown Tijuana.
    Special thanks to Border Tours for helping me navigate this incredible border city, and showing me all of the best things to do in Tijuana, Mexico; border-tours.com
    Stay tuned for more videos from Tijuana, Mexico coming up next!
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  • @GarethLeonard
    @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +224

    THANK YOU ALL for watching, liking, commenting, subscribing, and hitting that notifications bell 🔔 I know it seems like a lot, but it helps a ton! 😂 🙏 If you enjoyed this video, check out the "Best Birria Tacos in San Diego" episode: czcams.com/video/BDyqizzXNyc/video.html 🌮 and be sure to stay tuned for next week's episode "Ultimate Tijuana Taco Tour" 🤯 and if you're still reading this comment, come say "hi" on Instagram so I can say thank you personally! instagram.com/traveldeeper/

    • @meljolly1213
      @meljolly1213 Před 3 lety +5

      I always make sure I bring lots of USD in small bills so then when I drive back into California I get all kinds of goodies. I look latina, however I am biracial and do not speak Spanish. There are good and bad in any and everything but I have been to Tijuana about 6 times in two months and the people there were patient, kind and generous. Both the law enforcement in Mexico and our US customs and border patrol are great as well.

    • @manosconespiritu9729
      @manosconespiritu9729 Před 3 lety +3

      hi

    • @deanp.tolentino8528
      @deanp.tolentino8528 Před 3 lety +4

      Always good food when I was there in 1990. Navy Veteran of Hawai'i.

    • @jjanuze
      @jjanuze Před 3 lety

      So you are crossing the border for tourism when it's closed for tourism.............. Ăłsea que payaso

    • @jeffolson440
      @jeffolson440 Před 3 lety +2

      Can we cross again? We live in SD and love to visit, eat, shop and bring back tequila and some groceries we can’t find here.

  • @rhodaswann3690
    @rhodaswann3690 Před 2 lety +69

    I lived in Guadalajara for 2 years and heard my friends speak of Tijuana many times, but I never had time to visit, so thank you for this video. It's always good to see positive cultural experiences like the ones you post. While in Guadalajara, I never ate such good food and the Mexican people were so willing to teach me how to prepare their native dishes.

  • @luismadrigal4702
    @luismadrigal4702 Před 3 lety +189

    I really appreciate how you leave the politics aside from this and really make it about the human experience. I live in LA and have crossed over this border walking many times. You have a done a great job showing Tijuana for what it is. Kudos.

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +16

      I appreciate the message Luis! I'm here to listen rather than try to impose my limited knowledge on a topic I truly know nothing about! 🙏

    • @DucManSD
      @DucManSD Před 3 lety +9

      Well, there is a lot more politics than advertised, but I appreciate the more balanced view of politics. I love Tijuana and travel there once a week or so. Tijuana is a great place to visit, rich in its unique history and culture.

    • @jessed6379
      @jessed6379 Před 3 lety +5

      Cartel isn't politics. This is stupid and very dangerous and a bad example

    • @elchamuko3184
      @elchamuko3184 Před 3 lety +4

      @@jessed6379 MĂŠxico Is like everywhere u go... If u go looking for drama... Drama is gonna find u

    • @jessed6379
      @jessed6379 Před 3 lety +4

      @@elchamuko3184 it's not the same... Cartel doesn't mess around

  • @kokohead333
    @kokohead333 Před rokem +22

    I went to Tijuana 30 years ago for lobster, margarita's and dancing, and loved the street scene, dogs, fire crackers, and so many happy people. It was an instant love for the country and it's culture. Thank you Mexico for all the you add to so many of our lives. I am truly grateful 🌴

  • @organikjourneys3681
    @organikjourneys3681 Před 3 lety +34

    I like that Mexico had a simple process. 4 mins is amazing!

    • @libbywakefield6202
      @libbywakefield6202 Před 3 lety +8

      Wait till u cross from Mexico to the US Wait is the correct verb ha! ha!

    • @CarpathiaRJ
      @CarpathiaRJ Před 3 lety +2

      Not always, especially in car on weekends... you'll be 2 hours trying to make it into TJ 😆

    • @terryrhyne8007
      @terryrhyne8007 Před 3 lety

      It's not actually amazing, because there are very few people that want
      to visit Tijuana.

    • @CarpathiaRJ
      @CarpathiaRJ Před 3 lety +1

      @@terryrhyne8007 The only reason I visit Tijuana is because my mom still lives there. Other than that, I don't think I'd have the desire to visit it... i would much rather vacation in San Francisco when I go to Cali.

    • @alfredohinojosi1898
      @alfredohinojosi1898 Před 3 lety +2

      To get into a 3rd world country is never a problem, to get out can be a process and some times can be a problem...

  • @ebaquero8400
    @ebaquero8400 Před 3 lety +115

    I really like that there was someone local waiting for you guys. It gives like a relaxed feeling.

    • @tcb1017
      @tcb1017 Před 3 lety +8

      Yes, you can have that if you pay for the service. Having money, life is easier and knowing also how t use the service and the money. Many people who have money, they don't want to spend that extra dollar maybe that's why they also have that money. Just to share, I have an uncle who is so rich that he could easy use the toilet paper as ass paper but so when he travel or are flying somewhere wow, he stays in like Motel 6 and fly economy class and he is 6.5. WOW, I told him many times that come on now..............buy and fly at least business class so you have more legroom no.......................he says that hey, if I buy an extra expensive ticket.............soon then I be broke LOL, what a joke ! Ok, enough said but again life is easy when you have the money so you can pay for the service. TCB.

    • @punishedhek7495
      @punishedhek7495 Před 3 lety +2

      Of course , they're white, which means money, im surprised there wasn't a whole squadron of people there lol.

    • @yepezcs
      @yepezcs Před 3 lety +20

      In my opinion, the best way to visit a country that isn't yours is to find a local, born and raised in the city or in the country. It also helps with safety concerns. He/she won't take you to unsafe places or spots. I'm happy to see people touring my native state. Next stop Mexicali, La Rumosora and Tecate where the best "pan dulce" is made.

    • @ibcmx485
      @ibcmx485 Před 3 lety +5

      @Matthew Johnson if he worked for the cartel, he wouldnt be on camera

    • @ibcmx485
      @ibcmx485 Před 3 lety +1

      @Craig Nelson no one is controlling the area, they are all fighting each other, thats why theres alot of murders right now between diferent cartels.

  • @maderedblue7485
    @maderedblue7485 Před 3 lety +36

    I hope this message gets to you. This Travel video vlog hooked me from start to finish. I absolutely love your energy, content, positivism and how it's not about you, it's about the experience to be there with you. Thank you so much, consider me a new fan/follower of your channel.

  • @Ronsd92103
    @Ronsd92103 Před rokem +14

    Thank you for mentioning the passport which is required to get your FMM (Tourist Permit) which is free for 7 days, but ensures your legal presence in Mexico. Many people aren't aware of the laws passed in 2015 nullifying the free zone.. Tijuana, all of Baja is truly a special place... A Baja adventure would be amazing content for your channel.. Nice work.. now I'm hungry.

  • @RoverStover
    @RoverStover Před 3 lety +95

    I've crossed over into Tijuana a number of times, always a fun time. You just have to be aware of your surroundings, like many cities in the US. I always stayed at the hotel Ticuan. Beautiful upscale place. Tijuana is awesome.

    • @bigvalley4987
      @bigvalley4987 Před 3 lety +3

      The best shrimp tacos is at Caliente, right next door to the Holiday Inn. Baja Mexico. AKA Tijuana ☑️

    • @codyamador8687
      @codyamador8687 Před 3 lety +6

      Tijuana sucks

    • @watchmanezekiel6068
      @watchmanezekiel6068 Před 2 lety +2

      God bless you all

    • @lauragrace3270
      @lauragrace3270 Před 2 lety

      @@codyamador8687 la rosarito es mas mejor

    • @ThePeacePlant
      @ThePeacePlant Před 2 lety

      Is prescription medicine like Xanax and Pain Pills easy to get in Tijuana?

  • @andrewcordle2424
    @andrewcordle2424 Před 3 lety +80

    As many times as I have been to San Diego I’ve never crossed the border 🇺🇸 into Mexico 🇲🇽 Many thanks for giving us this brief introduction to Tijuana !!!

    • @2009polostar
      @2009polostar Před 3 lety +5

      It's funny that I never visit San Diego every time I go to TJ. I just stop by National City to get coffee on my way back from TJ.

    • @manuelmadrigal9702
      @manuelmadrigal9702 Před 3 lety +3

      @@2009polostar same here lol

    • @watchmanezekiel6068
      @watchmanezekiel6068 Před 2 lety +2

      Jesus Christ is the one true GOD

    • @ironstone2043
      @ironstone2043 Před 2 lety +1

      @@watchmanezekiel6068 no he isn't, bro... You are completely blind if you think that. Because God is against human sacrifice so therefore God will never replicate or emulate what he is against. And the prophets of the old testament said that it is an abomination to God to have the righteous die for the sins of the wicked. So they really couldn't have been a figure like Jesus that is condoned by God. God said the true Messiah would bring peace that would be everlasting.... To a point where all the nations would destroy all their weapons and turn it into tools used for agriculture to feed people with. So God said that the Messiah would bring peace...but Jesus spoke against this and said don't think that I came to bring peace. ... So he is already talking against what God promised,.... Therefore Jesus can definitely not be the true Messiah. Jesus said I have to come to bring a rod and a sword... Where in a household all five, three will be against two... Father against son and mother against daughter... In Jesus also said you have to hate your mother and your father and your brothers and sisters and your children and hate even your own life to be his disciple.... What kind of a Maniac says things like that? God would never send such a message... Your jesus is a hoax, bro.

    • @BloodandSoilNS
      @BloodandSoilNS Před rokem +1

      @@watchmanezekiel6068 Son of god. God, Jesus, and the holy Spirit are all seperate. The Trinity was just another creation by the church. That other guy who replied doesn't know what he's talking about.🙄

  • @jessieochoa128
    @jessieochoa128 Před rokem +12

    Incredible. I went to Tijuana when I was a child in the 1950s. No one would believe how far the city has come! Wow!

  • @marimattas2781
    @marimattas2781 Před 2 lety +4

    Been to Tijuana and I have to say the people there are so humble and so loving and the food is amazing I wish I never left

  • @teleopinions1367
    @teleopinions1367 Před 3 lety +99

    You know that the history of that type of marker goes back to Roman times. Before the Romans, there were no paved or cobblestone roads. So, when the Romans ventured into Europa they put those markers with the number of km to Rome (from newly found cities) and from Rome to their new cities and territories. That's why we have the say, "All roads lead to Rome." That type of marker is used all around the western world even today (as you can see).

  • @courtknees
    @courtknees Před 3 lety +44

    The way in which you approach everything in this video is so thoughtful, intelligent & I can promise you well received. Appreciate you

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +13

      Thank you very much for the message and kind words, Courtney. I know people will watch this and I have a responsibility to those who do. 🙏

    • @valerievancouver365
      @valerievancouver365 Před 2 lety +2

      @@GarethLeonard
      GRACIAS 🙂 I have family in Tijuana 💕& San Diego. Great video.

  • @michaeltrump9635
    @michaeltrump9635 Před 2 lety +4

    Some people will never appreciate what they have untill they lose it.

  • @sublimethebot4893
    @sublimethebot4893 Před rokem +2

    I used to do your trip EVERYSINGLE DAY just to go to school, I’d have to wake up at 3 am to make it to school on time and that’s if I got lucky and it wasn’t crazy long. The border line that is. I’m not the only hundreds if not thousands of people cross daily for work and school like it’s no big deal. It’s so interesting to see how others perceive our daily lives as Novel. Makes me want to travel and experience everything the world has to to offer as well .

  • @aldo203219
    @aldo203219 Před 3 lety +149

    lmaaooo "you gotta try the chinese food at HK" dead

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +24

      LOL, so messed up! 😂

    • @jonathansalas8751
      @jonathansalas8751 Před 3 lety +1

      💀💀💀

    • @bluestrings8829
      @bluestrings8829 Před 3 lety +8

      Hahahaha... Bottom line, it's a must visit! Better yet just go on Mileroticos and grab you an all nighter! 😁 safe, and they have poles in select hotels. 👌

    • @ajfurnari2448
      @ajfurnari2448 Před 3 lety +6

      Haha, you only fall for that once!
      But go have a Caesar salad at Caesar's

    • @SD619NINI
      @SD619NINI Před 3 lety +2

      😄

  • @ChildrenOfTheVibe
    @ChildrenOfTheVibe Před 3 lety +37

    Saw you munching outside today while I was meeting my boss. We both recognized you but didn't want to disturb. XD Love the content hermano.

  • @1981cvalentine
    @1981cvalentine Před rokem +6

    Thank you for this video😭 my grandparents lived in Chula Vista for over 25 years, when my pops was stationed there. And my abuela used to take my sisters and i to Tijuana for the day,every time we visited which was about 3-4 times a year. I have so many great memories with her in Tijuana. Beautiful hospitable people, beautiful culture. Bomb a$$ food. I love Tijuana ❤️

  • @garse70
    @garse70 Před rokem +11

    It’s funny when people are always surprised at how good Mexican street food is.
    We are lucky here in San Diego to get to experience the best Mexican food in the nation. Thank you TJ.

    • @u4riahsc
      @u4riahsc Před rokem

      Yes we are. I always love going to TJ for excellent Mexican food.

  • @NickMartinIsMyName
    @NickMartinIsMyName Před 3 lety +53

    Such a great video. I have so many incredible memories of Tijuana growing up in San Diego. Can’t wait to visit again!

  • @TheEnnisfan
    @TheEnnisfan Před 3 lety +65

    Tijuas got some GOOD eats. Enjoy, Gareth.

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +2

      Wait until next week! 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮 😃

    • @nerogies9534
      @nerogies9534 Před 3 lety +1

      But just watch out for crabs

  • @davew3439
    @davew3439 Před 3 lety +48

    The guide was a super cool laid back guy , very professional , great content !! Dave at 55

    • @meyou4685
      @meyou4685 Před 2 lety +2

      True like a sales man I could not do it .I would torment the tourist. This is where the cartel killed a whole family . Can we buy land here?Do you know any good real estate agents .Oh no gringos can't own beach property . Do you know any good bodyguards .Oh no the police and body guards work for the cartel .what do recommended ?ah ah enjoy your tacos and when it gets dark .Go back home to America .thats safe

  • @WolfieRiddle93
    @WolfieRiddle93 Před 2 lety +2

    I used to go to Tijuana with my ex she is from Mexico but lives in San Diego but we would go over sometimes go eat drink chocomil (my favorite) see the sites and go shopping it was super fun

  • @sharisisco
    @sharisisco Před 3 lety +34

    Crossing during commuter hours or on a Friday is a whole different game

    • @kelignz
      @kelignz Před 3 lety +1

      Really? So around 10am would be bad?

    • @chris8011149
      @chris8011149 Před 3 lety +2

      Yeah, this guy makes crossing seem perfect hahah.. Had a good laugh on that one.

    • @sharisisco
      @sharisisco Před 3 lety +5

      @@kelignz heading north from Mexico to the US, from Tijuana to San Ysidro yes you will spend probably three hours in line minimum

    • @CarpathiaRJ
      @CarpathiaRJ Před 3 lety +1

      Took me 3 hours on a Friday evening couple of weeks ago 😪

    • @michael184272
      @michael184272 Před 2 lety +1

      @@CarpathiaRJ
      Is that walking back across?

  • @HollyBluePlanet
    @HollyBluePlanet Před 3 lety +9

    TJ is awesome for food and music. I lived in Rosarito for six years and hung out with my musician friends in TJ. Best veggie burger I ever tasted was in TJ. Art, music, food, but be generous because that's how you stay safe.

  • @willowclay3137
    @willowclay3137 Před 3 lety +16

    It was interesting to see the locals and most of all the great food!!!

  • @BebPlays
    @BebPlays Před rokem +6

    It was really cool seeing him at the Tijuana beach, as i’ve been there before. My entire family live in Mexico, mostly in Tijuana, and me, mom, and sister are here in the US along with a few other family members. I go to Tijuana with my grandparents every summer, and this summer I went to the Playas De Tijuana. It was pretty cool.

  • @xm1a1x
    @xm1a1x Před 3 lety +12

    Used to go all the time in my teens for the drinking and dancing. Miss you Safari

  • @Jiltedin2007
    @Jiltedin2007 Před 3 lety +64

    You can say “Tia-Juana” because the city was named after a ranch back in the 19th Century called “Rancho Tia Juana”.

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +5

      Haha, did you watch until the end? 😉

    • @aarong.7755
      @aarong.7755 Před 3 lety +2

      Well that and from the Tipai Ipai or Kumeyaay peoples of such the territory that called it a place near the ocean.

    • @jimmypadchuck
      @jimmypadchuck Před 3 lety +2

      It was named after a woman I think.

    • @Jiltedin2007
      @Jiltedin2007 Před 3 lety +4

      @@jimmypadchuck
      I think so, also. From what I remembered The Ranch was owned by A Woman named Juana, which is Joan in Spanish or a feminine name for John, who was so very much loved she was called “Tia” which is Aunt in Spanish. So that’s where the name “Tia Juana” comes from.

    • @Jiltedin2007
      @Jiltedin2007 Před 3 lety +1

      @@GarethLeonard
      Not really, a long time back I read a story about A Woman named Juana who owned a ranch in that territory. That Woman was loved so much that she was called “Tia Juana”, or Aunt Joan in Spanish.
      Tia is the Spanish Word for Aunt, and Juana is The Feminine Form of John in Spanish. Since Juan is John in Spanish, Juana must be Spanish for the name Joan.

  • @infomail121
    @infomail121 Před 3 lety +5

    Outstanding Video!! Very informative.. Thank you for sharing such a "Refreshing" 1st person perspective of your journey.

  • @dariomendoza1518
    @dariomendoza1518 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you for Sharing the Positive side of Mexico!!

  • @ishmaelrosas7051
    @ishmaelrosas7051 Před 3 lety +22

    Un gran saludo desde Tijuana Baja California Mexico 🇲🇽 ♥

  • @lserranov
    @lserranov Před 3 lety +62

    I think you did great by hiring a local to take you to good places. Thanks for showing the good side of TJ and Mexico, enjoying the food and the neighborhoods

    • @GhostyMist
      @GhostyMist Před rokem

      Where does a guy hire a local for guidance around Tijuana?

    • @SabinoX-lb5wf
      @SabinoX-lb5wf Před rokem

      Lo que nos quitaron los gringos son territorios mexicanos .

    • @lserranov
      @lserranov Před rokem +1

      Y que vase a hacer, chillar toda tu vida? California estaria igual de gacha a TJ

    • @SabinoX-lb5wf
      @SabinoX-lb5wf Před rokem

      De todas formas son nuestros y le duela a quien le duela y eso estarĂĄ por verse

  • @marciramirez6278
    @marciramirez6278 Před 2 lety +37

    How can we get in contact with Humberto? He was amazing! I would love for him to show us all these places as well! What a great video! I enjoyed watching it.

    • @crownroyal6578
      @crownroyal6578 Před 2 lety +8

      If you are able to find out his contact info, I would like to get it also!

    • @juanbarrio5157
      @juanbarrio5157 Před rokem +3

      It’s in the description

    • @judithhill9968
      @judithhill9968 Před rokem

      @@crownroyal6578 , I can be your tour guide if you like, I was born and raised here 50 yrs

  • @Davidsbeenhere
    @Davidsbeenhere Před 2 lety +69

    amazing bro! I need to do this one day :)

    • @watchmanezekiel6068
      @watchmanezekiel6068 Před 2 lety +3

      God bless you all
      Hebrews 13:2
      Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
      Malachi 3:5
      “Then I will draw near to you for judgment. I will be a swift witness against the sorcerers, against the adulterers, against those who swear falsely, against those who oppress the hired worker in his wages, the widow and the fatherless, against those who thrust aside the sojourner, and do not fear me, says the Lord of hosts.
      Catholic Christianity is the dominant religion in Mexico, representing about 82.7% of the total population as of 2010.
      I LOVE CHRIST, THEREFORE THE MEXICANS ARE MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN CHRIST.
      GOD BLESS YOU ALL

    • @jacobattias8401
      @jacobattias8401 Před 2 lety +1

      Being from san diego...jus go to chula vista you can see into t.j go to ib you can smell tj...mexico is a shithole country

    • @Miguel-gq3yc
      @Miguel-gq3yc Před 2 lety +1

      @@jacobattias8401 especially those border town

    • @shawnryan2197
      @shawnryan2197 Před 2 lety +1

      @@jacobattias8401 IB smells delicious!

    • @MyKeeP81
      @MyKeeP81 Před 2 lety +1

      nothing amazing about tj bro

  • @mariaatzip1548
    @mariaatzip1548 Před 3 lety +47

    Omg as someone who’s been living in San Diego for 3 years and go to Mexico regularly (El Paso Tx border) I really need to go and visit TJ and see some different parts of Mexico !!!

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +5

      Yes, this is a great weekend trip! Stay tuned for A LOT more tips on where to go and what to eat! 😃

    • @bigvalley4987
      @bigvalley4987 Před 3 lety +4

      If you live in San Diego CA. You should have already visit Tijuana. I am a transplant since 1986.☑️

    • @albertemerson9653
      @albertemerson9653 Před 3 lety +1

      I love mexico but i have not been there before

    • @a.j.maldonado9540
      @a.j.maldonado9540 Před 2 lety +1

      Lets goooo!!!! 🙂🙂 I used to to go twice a month for years when i was a kid....i live in sd

    • @valerievancouver365
      @valerievancouver365 Před 2 lety

      @@albertemerson9653 welcome here with arms open.

  • @carlosmendoza8312
    @carlosmendoza8312 Před 3 lety +402

    Gareth, Thank you for emphasizing the food and culture of Tijuana. The media loves to emphasize the drug cartels but Tijuana is changing it's name to a place where great culinary arts are to be found. Thank you.

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +38

      I can't wait to share more positive of our stories from Tijuana! We have some great food coming up next week!! 😃

    • @carlosmendoza8312
      @carlosmendoza8312 Před 3 lety +8

      @@GarethLeonard I look forward to it. Cheers.

    • @freegedankenzurbaukunst5613
      @freegedankenzurbaukunst5613 Před 3 lety +18

      Texas , California ...belong to Mexico

    • @ralphmalph6097
      @ralphmalph6097 Před 3 lety +7

      Tijuana has lots of good artists

    • @ralphmalph6097
      @ralphmalph6097 Před 3 lety +7

      @@freegedankenzurbaukunst5613 native people of California didn’t speak Spanish

  • @willowclay3137
    @willowclay3137 Před 3 lety +42

    I want to travel there more. I love culture and practicing Spanish of course!

  • @goingavgeek
    @goingavgeek Před 2 lety +19

    I'm late in watching this vlog but this is truly such an eye-opener with that high walled borders. But then Tijuana is such a nice and warm place of Mexico.

    • @richardweiler3966
      @richardweiler3966 Před 2 lety +2

      except for the cops who are always on the prowl to extort visitors. They're only warm and friendly after they've dipped into your wallet.

  • @MariaB981
    @MariaB981 Před 3 lety +17

    I enjoyed watching this video can't wait to see more. I love how you enjoy food, culture, and experiencing new things.👍

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you very much Maria! I can't wait to share more! I am working on the Tijuana Taco Tour video right now! 😃

  • @georginacuriel790
    @georginacuriel790 Před 3 lety +4

    This definitely is one of my favorites out of all your videos. Awesome job! ❤️

  • @ehulbert5
    @ehulbert5 Před rokem +1

    4 years ago, I packed my stuff, walked to a bus stop on Sunset Blvd., rode the bus to Union Station, took Amtrak to Santa Fe station in San Diego, walked a block or 2 to catch the blue line to San Ysidro, walked across the border, caught a cab to the bus station, and then took a 20 hour bus trip Mazatlan.

  • @jaysnowden2
    @jaysnowden2 Před rokem +1

    Years ago as a kid it was safe we went several times and never once felt worried. Sad how 40 years have changed things.

  • @brandonmoore2237
    @brandonmoore2237 Před 3 lety +8

    Ah man, this was such an awesome video, Gareth! I visited the Mexican Riviera a little over 20 years ago but haven't been back to the country since. I would love to visit Tijuana, especially after seeing this. The food looks outstanding and it seems like a fun place to have an adventure. Looking forward to more, man!

  • @SarahandMarek
    @SarahandMarek Před 3 lety +23

    Excited to see what you get up to in Mexico 🇲🇽😄

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +2

      I'm looking forward to sharing these adventures. Thanks for following along!

  • @levenslovato7215
    @levenslovato7215 Před 3 lety +9

    Just love your expression with the cheese. Priceless

  • @junhwaoh
    @junhwaoh Před 2 lety

    Travel deeper - love that this channel is authentic, educational and makes you think. Thank you.

  • @briancraig4680
    @briancraig4680 Před 3 lety +5

    i did this same walk in 1999
    we walked across the border with no passport or no border patrol stopping us.
    i remember being accosted by people begging us for money

  • @kelamanjaro1
    @kelamanjaro1 Před 3 lety +4

    This is one of your best videos yet. Very educational and insightful. Thank you

  • @Karlene318
    @Karlene318 Před 2 lety +13

    It hit my right in the feels when you talked about your passport and how you are able to cross through the barriers. You so eloquently said it, it reminded me how blessed we truly are here in the US

  • @1983erickjz
    @1983erickjz Před 2 lety +2

    What an incredible and informative view of Tijuana; and it’s culture and food . And thank you for showcasing the human aspect of the divisive and polarizing wall. Your channel is one of my favorites!

    • @richardweiler3966
      @richardweiler3966 Před 2 lety

      There have been fences along the US-Mexico border for generations. Even the left routinely voted to fund those barriers. So why do some people tear their hair out over a wall? The same message. Stay out.

  • @bassdmin7436
    @bassdmin7436 Před 3 lety +6

    Thank you again for a wonderful video. You do a great job! Love your adventures and the different foods you try. Please keep them coming!

  • @cl13913
    @cl13913 Před 3 lety +3

    You guide is really good, he made very accurate comments about the city and the people.

  • @allans7281
    @allans7281 Před 3 lety +1

    Fun video! I enjoyed the tour/inside info- haven’t been there in decades

  • @yordynunez7088
    @yordynunez7088 Před 2 lety +2

    17:30 “unsweetened donut” 😂😂😂 U funny bro keep doin ur thing, I like it bro 😂👌🏼

  • @YaakovBuchner
    @YaakovBuchner Před 3 lety +4

    I used to go to Tijuana every weekend as a Marine back in the late 80's. Revolution street was party central on the weekends! 1,000's, perhaps 10's of thousands of Americans would be down there. Marines, sailors, college students from SD, and tourists. Every discotech packed, with long lines to get in. I was a regular, and the security would bring me and my friends right in. Depending on the club, beers were 75cents to around 1.75$. My favorite club, Tequila Sunrise. Hotdog vendors everywhere, kids selling chicklets, beautiful college women. Concerts at their bullring. You could get a picture sitting on a horse painted up like a zebra for a dollar. There were indoor volleyball courts with sand floors, dancing on rooftops, just an absolute blast. In the 90's, we were banned from entering TJ because of gang cartels, and everything has changed. At the time, you entered TJ, by simply passing through a revolving fence, possibly the one you pass through early in the video before getting picked up. Parking was free, we simply walked in, no passport, no fees. You only entered the building with border patrol officers coming back into America. There would be hundreds of cabs waiting to pick you up, and they would load as many people as they could into the car and drive you the few blocks to Revolution Street. Great times! I didn't recognize anything in the video, it's changed so much.

    • @dbradley21
      @dbradley21 Před rokem +3

      That’s the way I remember TJ! I was a Marine at Camp Pendleton back in 1988. What a party! 🎉🎉🎉💃🏽

  • @Justcuz99
    @Justcuz99 Před 3 lety +29

    I only went there to party when I was in the corps. Never even seen the place during daylight...

  • @PsychoTony_
    @PsychoTony_ Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing this bro! This is a nice video and seeing your experience there.

  • @devinfitzpatrick5298
    @devinfitzpatrick5298 Před rokem

    Great content! Keep up the amazing work.

  • @OffTheStrip
    @OffTheStrip Před 3 lety +266

    Thank you for highlighting how lucky we are to hold a US passport and how we can easily walk thru international borders. So many take it for granted and don’t think about how lucky they are before “opening their mouths” to comment against where they are! They don’t realize thousands die trying to get here! And that’s all of my rolling around the “political mud” haha

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +27

      I appreciate the comment, and this Tijuana trip has definitely opened my eyes to how fortunate I am. Wait until you see our time in the immigration camps... it blew me away!

    • @tcb1017
      @tcb1017 Před 3 lety +9

      Right on. A very good point. Even being poor in the US, you are still in America where you can have a life if you want one. Many people in Mexico I heard are very poor and can't really have a life. So poor people are poor in a different way based on what country you was born in to. Then when we talk about the European country's wow, poor people live like Kings free this and free that even free housing childcare ok many things so again, it is what it is. But sad it for sure is being poor.

    • @OffTheStrip
      @OffTheStrip Před 3 lety +8

      @Marshall Carwood that’s not the point anyone was saying, and why would anyone sneak into ANY country without a passport and think they’re privileged?...that’s just illegal. Furthermore, no one was comparing the US passport to any other country’s passport (at least I wasn’t). Regardless, I feel fortunate to have the passport I have despite of anyone’s opinion. Therefore, I’m speaking for MYSELF and not for anyone else.

    • @cam-ix1er
      @cam-ix1er Před 3 lety +1

      @Marshall Carwood 100% right, try to sneak in in any Country w/o a passport not only Mexico and like you said see how privileged you are then. If he doesn't know the subject he better not comment at all. How about empathy to the American worker, theoor people in the U.S. also.

    • @tcb1017
      @tcb1017 Před 3 lety

      @lucinq`1` ial Thank you for that info.

  • @iwellgasoil9596
    @iwellgasoil9596 Před 2 lety +33

    Gracias por compartir la belleza de lo que nosotros conocemos como nuestra Tijuana, y los que vivimos aqui amamos de esta ciudad tan noble que recibe a todos siempre con los brazos abiertos.

  • @V1llanooo
    @V1llanooo Před 2 lety

    finally you made it bro! welcome ti TJ hope you enjoy everithing!

  • @nicholeannjeremy621
    @nicholeannjeremy621 Před 3 lety +10

    Brings back many memories. The passanger tram wasnt around then. Very cool 2see the way it is today. Several changes since mid 90s and the turn. Stay well n safe, ty.

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +1

      Oh, I bet! A lot has changed around this area since then, huh? Thanks for tuning int!

    • @davidgray1175
      @davidgray1175 Před 3 lety +1

      We took the blue bus across the border in the 90s

  • @billyd647
    @billyd647 Před 3 lety +5

    Great video! Love your storytelling style.

  • @beautifulflorida
    @beautifulflorida Před rokem

    Great video, thank you for the info! Food looks delisious!

  • @ericvillatoro3757
    @ericvillatoro3757 Před 3 lety +3

    As far I know during the Spanish colonial time .North of San Diego was Alta California and South there was Baja California !! That border will never divide the Californias!!

  • @humblecourageous3919
    @humblecourageous3919 Před 3 lety +4

    My husband and I took the train from above San Diego to San Ysidro and walked across the border, too. It was before passports were needed. We then walked across a bridge and then back to enter the U.S. because going to Mexico was a last minute decision and we really didn't want to eat there or anything (we're 50 year vegetarians). We did buy some souvenirs from some street shops near the border. We got back on the train and I swear an agent sat across from us and engaged us in conversation. When I pulled out peanuts and juice out of my backpack and offered him some, he decided we weren't interesting and left. I worked in the high schools in SD county and there were a lot of wonderful kids who came from Mexico and Central America.

  • @mariangonzaga3552
    @mariangonzaga3552 Před 3 lety +20

    Great representation of what Tijuana Mexico can offer🙂

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +1

      And this is only the beginning! 4 more episodes coming up! 😃

    • @johnreed9050
      @johnreed9050 Před 3 lety

      Do they still have the donkey show

  • @bobmirror7164
    @bobmirror7164 Před rokem

    Nice, thanks for the update. I have not been through there since the mid 1980's; what a difference.

  • @timcampbell5390
    @timcampbell5390 Před 2 lety

    Very well done video! Thanks!

  • @rusuethitayaba9966
    @rusuethitayaba9966 Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks for bringing us to the border into Tijuana.. That was one exciting trip🤗

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for coming along for the journey! 😃

  • @berityoung9307
    @berityoung9307 Před 3 lety +12

    I can't wait to see MORE from Tijuana!

    • @EduardoLopez-sw4fv
      @EduardoLopez-sw4fv Před 3 lety

      I'm from Tijuana and You are welcome to our city

    • @albertemerson9653
      @albertemerson9653 Před 3 lety

      I really want to visit mexico!

    • @Bao171
      @Bao171 Před 2 lety

      You have no clue what it’s like in Tijuana. Sex trafficking , murder , drugs , human trafficking, poverty . You are a typical entitled American who thinks everything is great.

    • @UI_Jon
      @UI_Jon Před 2 lety

      @@Bao171 and the one who has to live like that, so it's not our problem.

  • @GianVersace
    @GianVersace Před 2 lety

    I oftentimes cross from El Paso, TX to Juarez, MX just to walk around and eat. It’s a beautiful experience.

  • @pf4773
    @pf4773 Před 3 lety

    superb video on this border area---thanks!

  • @monstretaful
    @monstretaful Před 3 lety +24

    I love the video!! Can't wait for the next one!! I was born in Tijuana and I've been in San Diego for almost 20 years, I am glad you are showing this side of Tijuana, the food, always a great service and awesome people, history, it has a lot to offer of course always taking the precautions needed, Thank you.

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +4

      Thank you for tuning in Marisol! I can't wait to share more from our week here in Tijuana, so many uncovered gems in this city!! 😃

    • @albertemerson9653
      @albertemerson9653 Před 3 lety +2

      I need someone to take me to mexico i want to visit the country...

    • @monstretaful
      @monstretaful Před 3 lety +2

      @@albertemerson9653 I think Humberto will be happy to take you, I do recommend a tour like this for someone that has never been to Tijuana, I am sure you heard how dangerous Tijuana can be specially for tourists, so if you want to go perfect but take precautions, take care and ENJOY THE TACOS!!! lol

    • @gsinghpbx007
      @gsinghpbx007 Před 2 lety

      Marisol@ Im desperately waiting to go Mexico I’m thinking to start from Tijuana 🇲🇽

    • @judithhill9968
      @judithhill9968 Před rokem

      @@albertemerson9653 , I can take you.

  • @suecastellino
    @suecastellino Před 3 lety +13

    This was sooo good Gareth. I've always wanted to visit Mexico, and now even more so.

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety

      Thank you Sue! I agree, and I can't wait to explore more of Mexico!

    • @jessed6379
      @jessed6379 Před 3 lety +1

      Just look up how many people get kidnapped and their heads chopped off with chain saws . they even kill mormons

    • @lisalee2885
      @lisalee2885 Před 3 lety

      Hey Sue...word of caution...don't go with just a girlfriend or 2....the guys all clammered and want to take you in their cabs.....remember once your in their car your stuck!!! Just go for the day and stick close to tourist walking spots 🙏💜🇺🇸

    • @annagomez3792
      @annagomez3792 Před 3 lety

      @@jessed6379 So stupid coment

    • @annagomez3792
      @annagomez3792 Před 3 lety +1

      @@lisalee2885 The cartel kills oponentes from other carteles, never tourist people

  • @jerryvala6153
    @jerryvala6153 Před rokem +1

    Just found you and currently binge watching. Like another comment I read, it so nice to see you assimilate so well to the culture. Safe travels bro

  • @blackfootgunner8872
    @blackfootgunner8872 Před 2 lety +15

    9:25 never heard of you or your channel until now, but you immediately just gained my #respect world would be a better place with more people like you.

  • @burningmanmike
    @burningmanmike Před 3 lety +12

    "TEE-HWANNA" Good times, great people!

    • @kevinfestner6126
      @kevinfestner6126 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes the Mexican people for the most part are wonderful.

  • @karenhargis9824
    @karenhargis9824 Před 3 lety +13

    Wow, the border has changed so much since 30 years ago. Tijuana was very much in bad conditions, and the overwhelming feeling when the children surrounded me asking if I wanted Chiclets

    • @NobleWolf33
      @NobleWolf33 Před 3 lety +2

      That’s so irritating. A lot of the time they fake being poor.

    • @sandrablake2362
      @sandrablake2362 Před rokem +2

      Yep for me too. I’m an American woman who married a Mexican man in 1964. I was 18 he was 25. We lived in Tijuana about 2 and a half years after we married there. We had to children born in Tijuana.
      My connections to the Mexican people and their culture is in my veins ever since. I love all their artistic abilities and talents that have birth in many different Latin American Countries. It is a mixture of humans that have created a uniqueness all their own🤩.
      I have not been able to return to see Tijuana since 1980/81? Your video was awesome and educational for me. It looks nothing like the small town it was in 1964-1968😮. I could never find my way around alone there now!
      Thank you for reminding me of great years I experienced in Tijuana🥰. I’m now 76 yrs old and back in San Diego, Calif, but I haven’t been to TJ🥴!

    • @geraldarnoult
      @geraldarnoult Před rokem

      30 years ago Tijuana had lots of nice places, everything was not in bad condition, more likely becouse you didn't know Mexico, sure as the years pass things involved but its more likely your own discovery, I moved to Tijuana in 1977 seen lots of things progress, seen many beautiful things and homes 30 years ago, lots of commerce, sky buildings, shopping centers ect. the image of Mexico has always been distorted about Mexico, promoted by the U.S., most of that is arrogance and stupidity, lots of Americans where going to Mexico, vacation and to live, now, today, Americans are invading Mexico for a better economic life, what ever happen to the good old days, when Americans were afraid of Mexico

  • @seskatutu3705
    @seskatutu3705 Před 2 lety +2

    I have no idea how I found you’re channel but I started to love it specially that I started with a video of my beautiful Tijuana or la Tia Juana 😁

  • @hayleybmiller2010
    @hayleybmiller2010 Před rokem +1

    Man you take the biggest bites of food. Love the commitment and enthusiasm.

    • @renaanzaldo3316
      @renaanzaldo3316 Před rokem

      I know huh 😂 ,that food looked delicious 👍

  • @zulemasarinana9218
    @zulemasarinana9218 Před 3 lety +6

    Thank you for talking so good of our town, people, culture and food! This is what we need to let people know we are GOOD people! Thanks again!

  • @alyssadiceflipper5201
    @alyssadiceflipper5201 Před 3 lety +5

    Great vlog. Can't wait to see the rest of the trip. Can you post the costs for the tour and airBNB?

  • @Harta23
    @Harta23 Před rokem +1

    Very nice and beautiful Mexico
    Thanks for great sharing ❤️❤️

  • @PhotowalksTV
    @PhotowalksTV Před rokem

    I really enjoyed this video--especially since you got yourself a tour guide. I just went to Tijuana on Saturday and felt totally lost.

  • @HI-gj1qn
    @HI-gj1qn Před 3 lety +27

    i can’t wait to move to San Diego (from Chicago) and visit Tijuana.

    • @ralphmalph6097
      @ralphmalph6097 Před 3 lety +1

      Ok just don’t lose your passport and keep wallet in front pocket

    • @annquach6613
      @annquach6613 Před 3 lety +3

      Stay safe. Most head further south to Rosario to Ensenada.

    • @houserental5424
      @houserental5424 Před 3 lety

      @@annquach6613 no, most stay in Tj for the “strip clubs”

    • @ivangh94
      @ivangh94 Před 3 lety

      Tijuana it´s a great place, but please be carefull, you can´t just go freely around the full city because it´s a dangerous place. People come here because you can get great food, beer, sex, alcohol and drugs but you better ask for help and don´t come alone.

    • @RoadDawgLife
      @RoadDawgLife Před 3 lety +3

      Do not listen to all these bs comments here. TJ is no worse than any major city in the United States. If you can live in Chicago, you can definitely visit Tijuana with no problems. Its no different.... better weather - I'd say. Don't go looking for trouble and it won't find you. Have fun!

  • @danscar5277
    @danscar5277 Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks for sharing your video. It’s been a few years since I’ve been down to Mexico (Mexico City). I travel a few times to El Paso, TX and i have been wondering what it’s like to walk across the border into Juarez for a day visit. Your video reinforced my adventure for my next visit. Food looks good.

  • @cent6711
    @cent6711 Před 2 lety

    Respectful visitor & a worthy guest. Much class.

  • @jmorgan1165
    @jmorgan1165 Před 2 lety

    Great videos, keep up the good work ..

  • @JurassicLion2049
    @JurassicLion2049 Před 3 lety +8

    This is really cool! My parents were born there and a lot of my family is from there.

  • @estherd8984
    @estherd8984 Před 3 lety +9

    Haven't even watched the full video yet and already gave it a like! You make great, fun, high quality videos so I know I will like it for sure 😉 Also, who can resist or not like that face? 😍

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you very much... now go watch the rest of it! 😂

    • @estherd8984
      @estherd8984 Před 3 lety

      Mmm hmmm, I did...worth it every time. Great first TJ video👌✌

  • @maxkelter3561
    @maxkelter3561 Před rokem

    I went to San Diego State in late 70's. We used to take day surfing trips to Ensenada city south of Tijuana. Haven't been back there since. WoW, what a change! Thanks.

  • @mrtgman619
    @mrtgman619 Před rokem

    Great tour!

  • @tinaallan3419
    @tinaallan3419 Před 3 lety +4

    This was an eye opener! 👏

    • @GarethLeonard
      @GarethLeonard  Před 3 lety

      It truly was, thanks for watching Tina! 👀

  • @WalkingMario
    @WalkingMario Před 3 lety +17

    Tijuana has the best TACOS..💯👍✔

  • @teresalandhamilton8476
    @teresalandhamilton8476 Před 3 lety +14

    This made me so hungry 😭

  • @carlosorozco3779
    @carlosorozco3779 Před 3 lety +13

    That gordita tasting man! Lol made me so hungry 🤤

  • @john-fy6jk
    @john-fy6jk Před 3 lety +11

    Your channel has COMPLETELY altered my entire perception of the MEX WALL.Thank you.I'm so glad I found it.Ann g.🎆🌅CONN USA