November 1, 2009

Dear BajaInsider Subscriber:

Here we are in the 11th month of 2009 already. The snowbirds are returning to Baja in great numbers and we understand that Highway 1 is in great shape and almost all the repairs have been made following our summer storms.

The next two days are Day of the Dead here in Mexico. Today, November 1, is Dia de los Angelitos, to remember departed children. Tomorrow is the broader holiday for Day of the Dead to celebrate and remember all departed. The cemeteries or panteóns will be a popular place for families to visit, toast the departed with cervesa and tequila and even picnic.

For those of you interested in better health we welcome a new sponsor, Mona Vie health drink. Publisher James Glover gives you his personal testimony.

With the north winds blowing early this year it certainly ends our Baja Hurricane Season. Although the Eastern Pacific season runs through November 30th cooler air and waters surrounding Baja have taken our peninsula out of the threat zone until next August. Tomas Zyber takes a final season look at 2009

As more of you head in our direction to enjoy all the Baja has to offer, including road reports,  weather, accommodations, adventures and real estate, we hope you will turn to the BajaInsider for the best online information.

So, without further ado, here are some of the stories appearing on the BajaInsider...
 

Feature Stories

Day of the Dead in Mexico
Linda Neil of Linda Neil Properties has lived and traveled in Mexico for more than 30 years. She brings her pictures and observations of the holiday and what it means throughout Mexico.

Day of the Dead Traditions
Take a look at some of the things that make this holiday unique in Mexico. This popular Mexican tradition is generally misunderstood by gringos By the way, it's actually Days of the Dead, in this two day celebration of those gone before us

Day of the Dead - An Excerpt from Miraculous Air
Since it just a little over a week away, we'll remind you of author CM Mayo's excerpt from the book "From Miraculous Air: Journey of a Thousand Miles through Baja California, the Other Mexico".

Drink Mona Vie for Health
The Perfect Nutrition Team presents David E. Moore a Ruby Executive distributor from Mona-Vie on November 5^th and 7^th at the Hotel Pueblo Rose. Mona-Vie is a powerful fruit juice with the now famous Acai berry and is now easily available in Mexico. Learn more about the benefits.

Assisted and Active Living in Mexico
With more baby Boomers reaching retirement age Mexico has become a haven for those looking to retire less expensively than in the US and Canada. Real Estate specialist Linda Neil takes a look at this growing market in Mexico

Luxury Marina and Golf Course Living on the Sea of Cortez
Welcome to Cabo Rivera, the luxury development in La Ribera, less than an hour east of Los Cabos and a world of its own. Enjoy the life of having your boat at your front door and the golf course out the back door of your Baja home.

Auction in La Paz to Benefit Under Privileged Children for Christmas
Every year Subasta is an event that draws hundreds. The treasures of the bilge and attic are converted to cash to help the needy children of La Paz. Help out or find that item you have been searching for...

Baja Road Report
We have the conditions from Tecate to La Paz with photos. With the Baja driving season in full swing now we are getting regular Road Reports from our readers and they all say the highway has never been better. This latest report is Km by Km... Click here to submit your Road Report

SkyMed – Medical Airlift Membership
Evacuating a injured or ill person with urgency to proper medical facilities can be a matter of life and death when traveling outside your home country. Cathie Smith represents SkyMed and help with your enrollment in this vital travel program.

Divorce in Mexico
Unlike the US and Canada, there are different ways to get married and divorced in Mexico. Our legal eagle, Lic. J. Beaulne LL.B takes a look at whether it is better to marry, divorce or just 'live in sin' in the end product.

The BajaInsider Mexican Cookbook
We have recipe contributions from cookbooks and local chefs. Looking for something spicy to rustle up for dinner? We have appetizers, main courses desserts and beverages to choose from. Also check out our new sponsor MexGrocer for specialty foods delivered to your door.

Revolution Day - Viva Mexico!
November 20 is Dia de la Revolucion in Mexico, celebrating the Revolution of 1910. Banks, state and federal offices will be closed Friday 10/20 in observance. We give you a little background about Mexico's Revolution.

Other Interesting Stories on the BajaInsider

The Secret of the Mayans Disappearance Revealed
The mystery of the disappearance of the Mayan civilization has long baffled archeologists and anthropologists. La Paz's own Reverend Captain Professor Leon Del Sol (Kevin Porter) believes he has solved the puzzle with pieces found here in Baja California Sur.

Mexican Auto Insurance Policies Online
The Baja driving season will soon be in full swing. It is a very good idea to make sure you have Mexican Driving Insurance and you can buy it online here now, quickly painlessly and very inexpensively from our select provider, Oscar Padilla Insurance. Don't drive without it.

H1N1 Swine Flu in Baja California Sur
With the back to school season and increased travel to Cabo San Lucas, we have seen an emergence of Swine flu in the region. Authorities have chosen not to close schools as the flu may be one of the mildest in years. Publisher James Glover takes a look a the facts.

Luxury Villas for Los Cabos Vacations
Bringing the family to Cabo? Maybe an event or corporate travel brings you to Land's End. Perhaps you are looking for something different than resorts offer. Renting a luxury villa, available with staff may be the answer for you.

Horseback in Baja - A Journey back in time
Take a saddle ride with contributing author Sarah Markworth as she journeys into the rugged mountains of Baja California Sur with a guided tour. See Baja the way the earliest adventurers did and share the experience naturally.

Blue Whale Research In La Paz
The largest creature know to exist on earth is present here in the Sea of Cortez and research on these magnificent creatures is being done here in La Paz. Author Sarah Markworth brings us this interview with leading researcher Dr. Diane Gendro

Upcoming Charity Events for Los Cabos Animal Rescue
The Los Cabos Humane Society presents the fourth annual "Dress to the K9's" Holiday event and Dog Day Afternoon, to raise funds for this worth cause check your calendars and mark the day to help our furry friends.

Oceanside Sea Spa in San Jose del Cabo
The Cabo Surf Hotel is one of the most spectacularly located hotels along the Los Cabos coast. Now you can enjoy their Sea Spa services as a guest of the hotel or by appointment, even if you live year round in Los Cabos!

Luxury Cars in Cabo – Mercedes Los Cabos.
It has come a long way from the rugged 4x4's that you use to require to get about in Los Cabos. Now diamond stores and fancy cars are near the norm. Mercedes of Los Cabos can help you own one for a very competitive price.

Turning Garbage into Gold - Topsoil that is...
A company in La Paz is helping Baja farmers and gardeners turn organic waste into more fertile soil to produce better crops without the use of chemical fertilizers. We find out the answer is a case of worms!

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