LOS ALGODONES Walking TOUR | YUMA, AZ | Baja California, MEXICO | DENTAL Tourism

Check out my walking tour of ALGODONES Mexico. I travel from YUMA ARIZONA to MEXICO during Covid to see how the border town has changed. I usually go to see my dentist.There are less crowds and less shops open. Everyone seems to be wearing masks and socially distancing. Hopefully business will pick up for this town which relies heavily on business from its American and Canadian customers. #mexico #yuma #arizona
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Welcome to my channel CODY ABROAD! Im Cody and I absolutely love to travel, make new friends, and learn about other cultures and history. For many years I worked hard, saved everything I could, and sold most of my possesions and vehicle in the United States to be able to travel. I would describe myself as a budget traveler. Im always staying in cheap hostels or home stays with friends I meet, taking cheap local transport, eating delicious street food, and always searching for the free or budget friendly activities or attractions to see. My goal and dream is to be a full-time travel vlogger. If you enjoy my videos please help me out and like and subscribe. Also if you have any questions please feel free to leave a comment on my videos as I respond to everyones comments. I also love photography. You can see my work on my Instagram by clicking the link above. Thank you for watching!
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[@h3ll0_2]

I really appreciate you pausing the frame to clearly show the signs and warnings before entering Mexico. That way people know what to, and what not to bring.

[@CodyAbroad]

No problem! Not bringing drugs or weapons across should be obvious but they did have to put the signs up so someone didn't know. Lol. Thanks so much for watching! Subscribe, share, and check out my other videos if you'd like!

[@josephmiller9180]

I came to the comments just to say the same thing!!

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks Joseph! Thanks so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@toddtreat9567]

My sister lives in Yuma I’ve been going to los Algodones For nearly 20 years (every winter) want to give a shout out to my dentist Jonathan at Navarro dental great place if you need dental work!!!!I’ll be there in two weeks running behind this year

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Stay tuned for my upcoming trip to Puerto Vallarta. Ive heard its changed quite a bit there as well.

[@franktall7705]

Thank you, I need a dentist.

[@NANACARMEN57]

We love LOS ALGODONES and we miss it very much just wish this covid virus would go away so we could back. Thank you for your video made us feel like we were there and love and miss the people there there always so kind and nice to everyone.

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks so much for watching! Yes I cant wait for covid to end and life returns to normal. Recently the Yuma population has been increasing since many more Canadians are able to come down now finally so it is slowly returning to normal.

[@hongisland3016]

Nice walk around good eats there. Keep the videos coming

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks for watching! There's not much to do in Los Algodones besides shopping but it is a nice convenient way to spend the day in Mexico.

[@hongisland3016]

@@CodyAbroad hope you put out more videos

[@achavez78]

Thanks for posting this. I live in Yuma and have been wondering if Algodones is open.

[@CodyAbroad]

No problem. Thanks so much for watching! Yeah its a bit sad to see since mist of the shops are open but the streets are empty of tourists. I maybe saw 20 people that day total. Everyone is struggling nowadays. Just wanted to share with everyone that they're still open for business. Thanks again for watching. Take care!

[@JoeMartinez_LA_LostSoul]

I've not been to Los Algodones (Cotton) since the late 90s... Things looked so familiar, I see the mall is still not built, the framing still bare, that little alleyway still looks the same, this video so brought me back... thank you for it. Awesome

[@CodyAbroad]

Thank you so much for watching! Wow thats crazy it's still looking the same after such a long time. Glad I could help bring some memories back. Take care!

[@garybnkr]

Thank you very much, Cody, this has let me share what Algodones look like for my children that live in So CA. Nice job.

[@CodyAbroad]

Unfortunately I couldn't capture it at its best due to Covid but Im glad I could give an idea what its like. Its alot less busy but it hasn't dampened the spirits of the locals. Theyre still very cheery with a smile (behind a mask) Thanks for watching!

[@garybnkr]

@@CodyAbroad Your video makes me want to go down there (safely). We've been going there for many years. Not since Covid and now we live in Yuma.

[@CodyAbroad]

@@garybnkr Thats great you live in Yuma now! Im sure they would appreciate your business down there but at the same time you got to think about everyone's safety as well. Hopefully things will become more stable in the coming months with the release if the vaccine. Hopefully life will resume soon.

[@Breakthroughproj]

Thanks for this!!! Very informative!

[@CodyAbroad]

So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks so much for watching! I appreciate it. 😊

[@narnie244]

The taco cart in front.of the general dentist on the corner has the best tacos 🌮

[@CodyAbroad]

Oh nice! I haven't tried that one yet. Next time I'm down there I'll try it out. Thanks sonmuch for watching!

[@narnie244]

@@CodyAbroad you will not be disappointed have 2 for me man lol

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks! For sure I'll grab a few.

[@AmasertucoLLC]

Thanks for the video my husband has been wondering about this town and what there housing is like if you can make a video about that it would be awesome

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks for watching Veronica! I don't live in the area all year unfortunately. Ive been living in Jalisco for the last few months. I would recommend joining the Facebook public group "Whats Happening in Yuma Arizona" and you can get a lot of good information from locals that live in the area all year and go to Algodones often. Thank you and good luck!

[@carloscortez-tp9tv]

Nice video 👍👍 i was born in mexicali in the valley tecolotes but i live here in san diego .. Nice video

[@CodyAbroad]

Awesome! Thank you so much for watching! I love it down in that area. I was just in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara for 6 months and just returned. Take care!

[@paulshamblin6260]

Okay I need to fly to Yuma and then rent a car but I would like to stay in Mexico so I need to know where I can leave the rental car for a few days without driving it into Mexico.

[@CodyAbroad]

There is a parking lot on the US side of the border. It costs $5 to park there. Im not sure the limit of days you can park there, if they charge for each day, or if the even check the parking lot every day. It us a secured lot with security and fencing.

[@lourdesramos9760]

Hello Paul☺i worked in los Algodones for many year with diffente Drs. so i know their work by first hand and would only recommend you to the best dentist in town. Let me know if your interested on dental treatment and I'll give you Dr. Beltran info. If you're looking for a nice affordable hotel in Los Algodones, i highly recommend you Mi Cielito Lindo hotel❤ U.S# 928-328-1814👌

[@JPKnapp-ro6xm]

The parking lot on the U.S. side of the border is huge, safe, and inexpensive.

[@Runescape.]

I need several fillings done, several root canals, and maybe a crown or two, or some additional fillings. Do you know exactly who would do this for a competitive rate in Mexico. It's a borderline emergency that I need this done within the next month or two tops. What kind of situation are we looking at for Mexico in terms of prices and doctors there? Thank you Cody!

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks for watching and reaching out! Personally the dental work I receice there is fairly routine. I know my dentist does those procedures but I can't say for sure whose the most competitive. Most of the dentists there do some amazing work for a fraction of the prices in the US. My dentist actually lives in the US and commutes to work there. To get the info you need I would suggest joining one of the local Facebook groups for Yuma AZ and ask whose the best for your needs. The FB group "Whats Going on in Yuma AZ" is a good one. I see people asking for dentist recommendations on there alot. As far as doctors Im not sure. Los Algodones specializes in Dentists and Optometrists. I know there are alot of pharmacies there that sell prescription drugs for very cheap. You can get most things without a prescription but be aware that US customs will ask what you bought and are strict on opiods coming back over the border but getting other drugs is fine.

[@Runescape.]

@@CodyAbroad wow thanks for such a thorough reply! I really appreciate all of that information, I will check it out. I would need to fly into Yuma and then I'm assuming take an uber to the border. I already have my passport and realID so I could get across but I just wonder what the prices are like for the type of work I would be needing, which I'm assuming would be taking quite some time and such.

[@CodyAbroad]

@@Runescape. No problem. Sorry I couldn't help you more with more pricing info. Im sure Uber would work or you could rent a car as well. Theres a parking lot on the US side of the border which is $5. Most people just park and walk across for the day. Also there are hotels in Los Algodones as well. Make sure to check the closing time of the border since it closes earlier during covid. Its been a couple months since I was there so I dont know the exact closing time. Yes as an American a passport or passport card is all you need to get back into the US. Theres no ID check at all to get into Mexico.

[@pattypayne5242]

Most of the dentist have websites and they list their prices. I use Circle Dental group. Very good, clean and very reasonable.

[@CodyAbroad]

@@pattypayne5242 I've heard they are pretty good. I have my favorite. Im sure it's overwhelming for people new to the area since there's so many options.

[@oldRoyaltypewriter]

Thnx for posting. I see a dentist down there and was wondering about crossing the border during the pandemic. It appears to be not an issue.

[@CodyAbroad]

Same same. My dentist is down there as well and is open for business. Seems most of the businesses down there are open. They definitely could use more business down there. Thanks for watching! Take care!

[@vishakhagoswami3288]

Thank you Cody for this tour ☺️

[@CodyAbroad]

Anytime my dearest Vishakha! Hopefully you can visit here with me someday! Or at least Arizona in the US. Miss you! Can't wait to return to Delhi!

[@CodyAbroad]

@Dayton Taylor Great! Be safe! Have fun!

[@khairulhazwanshahmdshah9284]

Oh. Found Monkey D Luffy while you on adventure. Fit the theme. Perfect for you sir 👍. Maybe you need straw hat while on adventure in the future. LOL. Anyway nice video and sorry for grammar mistake 🙏. Hope you and your family all well from Malaysia

[@CodyAbroad]

Haha thanks! I would have preferred Naruto or Goku but Laffy is great too. Lol Good idea with the straw hat! Perhaps if I wanna be a pirate. Thank you so much! Hope youre doing well in Malaysia my friend!

[@TSunshineful]

Do you change your money to pesos before or when you get into Mexico? Or do you not have to exchange it?

[@CodyAbroad]

In Algodones since its on the border and receives so much business from the US everywhere accepts USD. The dentists, restaurants, shops and pharmacies. Alot of the dentist offices and pharmacies accept credit cards too. Its pretty convenient not having to change your money.

[@bdubble1967]

By any chance, did you see anyone crossing the border w/luggage? I can't figure out what to do about staying in Mexico and crossing the border with luggage. Or are there transportation services that actually take you across (both ways)?

[@CodyAbroad]

I've never seen anyone walking across with luggage but I have seen vehicles crossing both ways. 98% of the people I see there are snowbirds living in and around Yuma and going across to get dental work or prescription drugs for the afternoon and always come back the same day. Most people also park in the parking lot at the border for $6 and just walk. I'm not aware of any transportation services. I've only ever seen personal cars. I'm sure coming with luggage wouldn't be a problem. There's no check getting into Algodones but going back to the US they may search your stuff.

[@cathlic2007]

Thinking of going alone for a few days to do dental treatment... is it safe? What’s the best way to get there? I live in MA , I heard a lot about the dental work. Just found this out... Any advice?

[@CodyAbroad]

Yes its very safe there. The majority of the businesses there are dentist offices and many people go (American and Canadian) to get dental work including myself. Its only a 15-20 minute drive from Yuma Arizona so you could easily stay in Yuma and drive, park your car there at the border, walk across, and get your work done. There is a secure parking lot at the border for $5. Some people drive across but its easier to go through customs in the US just walking across. During covid there is a curfew and the border closes around 3pm Pacific time I beleive. There are also hotels there so Im sure you could stay there but its a pretty small town and there's not much to do besides eat tacos and go to the dentist. Alot of people fly to Yuma. There are several flights a day coming from Phoenix. Let me know if you have anymore questions.

[@lourdesramos9760]

Hello Over the years i have worked as a receptionist with quite a few dentist☺so i know their dental work by first hand and would only recommend👌i I highly recommend you talk Dr. Jesus Beltran at Innova Dental Implant Center U.S # 928-291-2061. On the day of your appointment call us when you're in the U.S andrade California parking lot thats right next to the border to let us know you're about to cross that way one of our staff can pick you up as you walk in👌PLEASE mentione that LuLu recomended you, thank you

[@octavioesquivel7738]

Nice to see americans like to rest and to take some drinks here

[@CodyAbroad]

We always make sure and do it everytime we come. We have been to other restaurants but I always like to go to the same guy. He's my favorite.

[@toddtreat9567]

It’s dead as a door nail the snowbirds did not make it down this year from Canada

[@CodyAbroad]

Yeah its a shame. Either people canceled due to safety concerns or just weren't able to come like most Canadians. Everyones hurting right now especially places like Los Algodones who rely so heavily on seasonal tourist. Ill be heading to Puerto Vallarta in a couple weeks. Im curious to see how it is down there. No matter what its still going to take awhile for small businesses around the world to recover after this is over.

[@TSunshineful]

How do you choose which dentist to use?

[@CodyAbroad]

Some family members have been using one dentist for about 10 years so I went with their recommendation. Recommendations from friends, locals, or snowbirds is a great way to find a good one.

[@lourdesramos9760]

I highly recommend you Dr. Jesus Beltran at Innova dental Dental Center. U.S # 928-291-2061👌please mention Lulu recomended you

[@erriuvmc5]

Nice content ✌🏻👍

[@CodyAbroad]

Thank you my friend! It felt good traveling outside my country again even if it was just for the day. Lol Take care!

[@basedjohn9676]

How long does it typically take to cross back to the US there? Thanks for the video.

[@CodyAbroad]

Hey John thanks for watching and commenting. This last trip it literally took less than a minute. Normally, without the pandemic, it can take between 10 minutes to an hour. This all depends on the time of year you visit, the day of the week, and the time you return. If you go early in the morning and get your errands done quick then the line is usually short but it you take your time, have lunch, and come back in the afternoon then the line is usually longer. The longest I've ever waited was about 50 minutes.

[@basedjohn9676]

@@CodyAbroad That's awesome! I have waited up to 4 hours to cross at San Ysidro in Tijuana.

[@CodyAbroad]

@@basedjohn9676 Oh wow! Thats crazy! I've heard of people waiting for 2 hours in Algodones. Like I said before getting in and out early is the trick to it since most people come to get their meds, shop around for souvenirs, have lunch, etc. I remember one time a family hadn't considered the wait time and ended up missing a flight back to Denver after having to wait in line an hour. Fortunately the area is shaded from the sun, there is some seating if you need a break from standing, and there's usually vendors selling cold water and snacks.

[@JPKnapp-ro6xm]

@@CodyAbroad Pre-pandemic I did it in about five minutes on a winter weekday.

[@franktall7705]

Any dentist there that someone can recommend? How long did it take to get back?

[@CodyAbroad]

My dentist I use is Iliana Valenzuela. I've been seeing her for a few years. You can also check the Facebook group "Whats Going on in Yuma AZ" to ask the local Yumans. There was zero line coming back. Maybe a 30 second wait on the one person in front of me.

[@franktall7705]

@@CodyAbroad: TY sir. No FB for me.

[@CodyAbroad]

@@franktall7705 Ni problem. I can say that Iliana is very good. My whole family have been going to her for years and she's easy to find about a block and a half from the border crossing.

[@franktall7705]

@@CodyAbroad: I’ll tell’r you sent me. It’ll take me a while though.

[@CodyAbroad]

Great! Enjoy your time there. Thanks so much for watching!

[@junhuima7389]

Gonna cross the border to get some dental work done, so we can park our vehicles in the US border side and walk over.? Do we still need to get a temporary vehicle import and/or FMM?

[@CodyAbroad]

Plenty of great dentists to choose from. Yes there is a nice secure parking lot on the US side which cost $6 last time I was there. No paperwork involved. Just pay the attendant to park and walk across the border. After returning through US immigration it returns you to the parking lot. All you need is your passport. Some people even park for free along the side of the road but you half to walk a bit extra. I think it's just easiest to use the parking lot. Have fun checking out Algodones. Thanks so much for watching!

[@junhuima7389]

@@CodyAbroad thank you so much for the video! Parking at the secure parking lot would definitely make things a lot easier. I did some researching and some online sources say you need the FMM visa period while other sources are saying you only need it to go beyond the border area (if you only need it beyond the border area, do you know how big is the border area?). If you know and can clarify this for me that will be great. Thanks!

[@CodyAbroad]

@@junhuima7389 As far as I know you don't need the FMM. My mother went to the dentist last week and mentioned the Mexican immigration was checking temperatures coming in for covid which is new but that's it. No documents required besides a passport according to my mom. I don't know where the border zone ends exactly. Perhaps a few miles. For Los Algodones the majority of the dentist offices, pharmacies, and restaurants are within 3 blocks of the border. If youre planning to travel out of Algodones into Mexico you'd need an FMM but in Algodones I've never needed one in the 20 years I've been going there. Let me know if you have anymore questions.

[@junhuima7389]

@@CodyAbroad Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[@CodyAbroad]

@@junhuima7389 Anytime. Enjoy your trip!

[@siputsawak]

I enjoy it.

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks Rose! Just went for a day trip. Hoping to go stay for a couple months after Christmas. Wish you the best my friend! Hope youre staying warm!

[@josephmiller9180]

Hey Cody, my wife and I are going to Los algadones in a week for dental work (surprise surprise). I was under the impression this whole time that we didn't need a passport, but it seems like that isn't the case. The dental office said we'd be fine to get back with our drivers license and birth certs, but my wife is freaking out. Do you know who we can contact to find out for sure?? -Thanks!

[@CodyAbroad]

I'm not a local so I can't say for sure. I know Passport, passport card, or AZ DL work but am not sure otherwise. I would check the Facebook group "Whats happening in Yuma AZ" to get some answers from locals.

[@josephmiller9180]

@@CodyAbroad thanks!

[@patriciagreen8812]

Curious to know if you got permission to video this. They are pretty strict in Los Algodones.

[@CodyAbroad]

No you don't need permission to film in most public places around the world. Filming through immigration and the border security is strictly forbidden though. Thanks for watching Patty!

[@tabbysullivan4337]

Great video. I need to have Dental work their , and have been told you can walk into Algodones with your Birth certificate and I'D (driver license) You do not have to have a passport. Is this true? Thanks again for the video so informative

[@CodyAbroad]

Thank you and thank you so much for watching. I'm not 100% sure on this point. I would recommend contacting the border authority there and ask ahead of time to be sure. Alternatively you can join the "Whats happening in Yuma Arizona" Facebook group and I'm sure you'll get alot of good information from locals.

[@tabbysullivan4337]

@@CodyAbroad Thank you so much for your quick response. I really appreciate it and will take your advice. Keep making videos! Have a blessed day

[@CodyAbroad]

@@tabbysullivan4337 No problem. Glad I could help. Thank you so much! Good luck!

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[@CodyAbroad]

Thank you so so much! I really appreciate it alot! Thanks for watching my videos and my travels and commenting. I'm in Guadalajara at the moment but will be posting more videos soon. Hope all is well up in Yuma! I'm missing it. Take care!

[@AutoWorldzz]

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[@CodyAbroad]

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[@Marialopez-qe1gd]

Mi hermana fue hace un mes y le hicieron un presupuesto por 20 mily se quedó muy pensativa diciendo en su mente 20 mil pesos está un poco caro y le dice a la señorita 20 mil pesos con todo e impuestos y le contesta la señorita muy rápidamente nooo señora son 20 mil dólares !!!!! Jajajaja mi hermana dice que entró al consultorio bien mal de sus dientes pero con tan solo por el precio se alivió milagro milagro!!!! Jajajajaja

[@CodyAbroad]

Well compared to the US its much much cheaper. Im living in Jalisco right now and the prices are much cheaper than Algodones but for Americans just traveling across the border for the day its a great option. Thanks so much for watching!

[@jerrytaylor7819]

Don't go to Sonia Edeza's dentistry my teeth cost me $8,000 lasted 2 years and are all rotted and falling out. I have spent $16,000 just to replace top teeth with a denture. Bottom teeth have 5 broken off and only have 7 left on bottom. FIND ANOTHER ALTERNATIVE THAN MEXICO TO GET DENTAL WORK DONE.

[@CodyAbroad]

Oh no. Sorry you had a bad experience there. With so many dentists in town I'm sure some are better than others.

[@almacooper9640]

Parecen jaladores de cantina los que estan parados afueras de los consultorios.

[@CodyAbroad]

Verdad. Muchas gracias por mirar!

[@Marialopez-qe1gd]

Mi hermana fue hace un mes y le hicieron un presupuesto por 20 mil y se quedó muy pensativa diciendo en su mente 20 mil pesos está un poco caro y le dice a la señorita 20 mil pesos con todo e impuestos y le contesta la señorita muy rápidamente nooo señora son 20 mil dólares !!!!! Jajajaja mi hermana dice que entró al consultorio bien mal de sus dientes pero con tan solo por el precio se alivió milagro milagro!!!! Jajajajaja definitivamente no es para gente pobre hay que ir bien forrado de dólares alli

[@CodyAbroad]

Well compared to the US its much much cheaper. Im living in Jalisco right now and the prices are much cheaper than Algodones but for Americans just traveling across the border for the day its a great option. Thanks so much for watching!

[@libanhirsi7646]

My friend can you give me good dental info please?

[@CodyAbroad]

Theres many good dentists to choose from and the prices are a fraction of what they would be in the US. I would recommend joining the Facebook public group "Whats Happening in Yuma Arizona" and you can get a lot of good information from locals that live in the area all year and go to Algodones often. Good luck and take care!

[@francisbrasher7045]

Can I order my drug’s from Adonis to United States

[@CodyAbroad]

Legally I don't think you can. Buying meds online in the US you may need a prescription and it would apply for drugs coming from Mexico too. I always get my meds every year in Algodones or Puerto Vallarta myself. I've never tried online so I can't say for sure.

[@francisbrasher7045]

Ty for your speedy reply. I bought Ivermectin while in Algodones and I do believe that helps with the virus. The pharmacist and Algodones recommended ivermectin for Covid. And doctors in the states are not allowed the doctors to prescribe.

[@CodyAbroad]

@@francisbrasher7045 No problem thanks for watching! Yes I've heard that too. There's alot of useful meds here in Mexico that you can't get back home. Glad you were able to get some.

[@kea484]

Informative video except you pan way too fast.

[@CodyAbroad]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnb5254]

They definitely don't like it when you film the border wall and crossing.

[@CodyAbroad]

Haha true. Going into Mexico is simple. Coming back not so much.

[@Chinaboy101]

Hi I need to go down for dental. Did they ask you for a passport? Or did you see anyone showing their passport in order to get in? Thnx

[@CodyAbroad]

@@Chinaboy101 To get into Mexico you don't need anything at all. To get back into the US you need a passport, passport card, or Ive heard an AZ driver's license works.