Weekend in MEXICO from San Diego 🇲🇽 🇺🇲"

[@larrey1328]

Mexico is as safe as anywhere, if you mind your business and don’t act stupid. If you get drunk and start acting like an a$$ you will likely find trouble. This is no different than anywhere. Respect everyone like you expect to be respected. Mexico is beautiful, the local people are amazing, and your dollar goes a lot further. Don’t be fooled by America media, be cool and you’ll be fine.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

We totally agree with you!! I think we'll have to pin your comment!!

[@truthbeyond3624]

@@LifeOfReillyTV hello Guys great video. Did they allow you to inside Mexico through the border crossing during the pandemic with a US passport? I heard non essential travel only.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks! We filmed it last summer actually, so 2019 before we'd even heard of the word Covid. I'm not sure what the latest advice is, sorry.

[@MrShawnbfromjersey]

@@truthbeyond3624 they are letting everyone in Mexico at the border. Just say your staying one day to go to a dentist

[@4pf._dan4L]

Yea if they were in the streets for a while some bad people would have killed them and it would be ruled as a homicide.

[@kevinbarragan855]

I'm from Tijuana, I'm glad you came to visit us.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Kevin! We’ll definitely be back - much more to explore! Cheers! 😎👍

[@rosecabin1]

Kevin!! I was planning to come for 2 months but heard you Are going into lockdown???; Is that true?

[@ezwholio]

Tijuana one of the most diverse cities in the world. Americans, europeans, Canadians, africans, and all kinds of central americans.

[@angelasandridge8938]

@@LifeOfReillyTV hi

[@sphere9325]

@ezwholio ive seen a lot of asians there too

[@puropaisa3836]

I live in san diego and i love goin to baja with my all family to eat shop and fun.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

There’s so much, so close. Great fun!

[@schiomchio]

In a pandemic?

[@AliAli-uk9nh]

Are you colombian?

[@angelasandridge8938]

@@schiomchio hi

[@angelasandridge8938]

Hi

[@BertoCM408]

:Tacos and churros Dinner of Champions" you guys rocks. As a mexican I greatly appreciate how you describe the reality in mexico. Is really not that bad as the stupid media says.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ha ha. Thanks Berto - it was our pleasure!! We're looking to book another trip to Mexico soon! I hope that more people will come down to visit Mexico now and see how great it is for themselves. You're right, too many people are too nervous to cross the border but they're missing out on such an amazing place and culture.

[@mariapitts6552]

I was born in Tijuana but was raised in San Diego, my fiancé is born and raise in San Diego and has always been scared to go to Mexico, this video will help thank you for sharing

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

That’s cool to hear Eugenia. Maybe take him to the Baja coast first to warm him up - lobster is always a good bargaining chip!! Let us know how it goes. 😎👍

[@MrShawnbfromjersey]

Tell him it's safe and take him to the Hong Kong bar 🍺

[@d.a.r.y.l516]

Take your fiancé to the donkey show you guys won’t believe what you guys gonna see

[@JLBisHatedbyPresidentXiEven]

I’m afraid too and I went with my parents twice as a teen . Many years ago

[@angelasandridge8938]

Hi

[@xudriz8860]

This was done as a weekend getaway , By an American couple. I actually live in Tijuana and work in San Diego , My daily work commute consists of crossing a international border every day ...

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

You're officially an International Man of Mystery! Love it!!

[@la381]

Wow! How many minutes do you wait at the border coming back into TJ from San Yisidro?

[@marteacalloway9001]

Thank you for sharing this with us

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

My pleasure. Thank YOU for watching. I hope it helped.

[@californiathroughmylens]

Great job on the video! Looks like a fun weekend! Bummer about the missed exit at the end haha!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ha ha. Thanks Josh. I don’t know how they managed to stay upbeat the whole time!! That’s our last video from our trip so back to UK vlogs for a bit!!

[@angelasandridge8938]

Hi

[@osvaldos6127]

@@LifeOfReillyTV what day of the week did you guys cross from San Diego? I’m thinking of going Sunday morning from Long Beach. Not too sure what time I should consider

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Angela!! 👋 Sorry, only just spotted this!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

I think we went on a Friday morning. I think a Sunday morning would be fine too. Just avoid the busy evening rush into the USA.

[@stevozrepto5558]

Went in a van for a long weekend with 6 lads in 80 when I was 19 👍👍👍🍀👍🍀👍🍀👍🍀👍

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Oh man, that sounds fun! I want to ask questions but I know I won’t want to hear the answers!! 😂

[@jpk5148]

I used to go there at 15-16 with friends! Crazy times - I’m glad I was able to help my friends stay safe. We’d drive into TJ. 1990s wooo!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

I've heard that things were very different in the 90s!! Maybe we'll get back to that one day?

[@angelasandridge8938]

Hi

[@evilchaperone]

Great job guys. I live just north of the border and visit on the weekends as much as a I can.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks!! It was simple and easier than we thought. Can’t wait to go back!

[@RenePeraza]

This is my home turf - where I was born (Tijuana) and partially raised in my teens. I'm in that region at least once a year with my family visiting relatives. Valle de Guadalupe and Puerto Nuevo's lobster experience is a must for any newbie. The wine country of Valle de Guadalupe is a hidden gem for any wine fan, but the food is so great there that you need not be a wine snob!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Love it, Rene! We were going to go to Valle de Guadalupe but changed our minds at the last minute. I always love a good reason to go back somewhere though!! Baja California is a hidden gem.

[@organicthink522]

Great video for the tips of boarder ,thx

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thank you!!! Glad you enjoyed it...and got some tips!! Have a fab trip!!

[@stephentuttle7611]

Good stuff! I did this same trip today. Thanks for the info!!!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Nice. Glad it helped, Stephen! Safe travels!! 😎👍

[@scruffyscrubs5468]

I lived in Vista, CA and went to Ensenda. It was wonderful! Loved it!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Good to hear! It's a great change to the normal CA trips.

[@stevozrepto5558]

UBER and Bolt changed travel for the best 👌 👍🏼 😍 🥰 .

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Yeah, it’s great to have another option when you’re travelling. And, one you’ve used before in your home country.

[@anacmartinez1980]

I love going there. I just recently got back from Tijuana, Tecate and Ensenada I highly recommend going there.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

It's such a great experience and so close to San Diego/LA. So many still people won't do it though!

[@anacmartinez1980]

@@LifeOfReillyTV sucks that I’m 13 hours away 😢

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ouch!!! We're the same distance (by plane!!!)

[@alexcidjavillonar7973]

The Best I will go there next week. I live a San Diego near the boarder. I love ❤️ Mexico 🇲🇽. I’m always visiting Mexico.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Love it!! And SO EASY from San Diego!

[@akerumiyamoto]

Don't end up on a gore site I refuse to visit Mexico you must not have seen the cartel execution videos online.

[@BandRAdventures]

Thank you for the great video!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

And thank you for taking the time to message us!! We hope you enjoy a few of our other videos!! 😎👍

[@jjbrothers18]

Love TIJUAS! Food there is AMAZING if you know where to look

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Love it! 😎🤘

[@joeyjuandiaz6195]

Food is amazing in tijuana everywhere mostly 😂

[@yujishinohara1uponatime]

Brings back great memories from a similar route with Tokyo friends, thx for posting

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Oh nice!! Glad it brought back some fun memories, Veranda!

[@nancywheeler7626]

I go there every year to visit my fam it’s quite fun and I don’t really find it scary

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Exactly, the scare stories are way worse than the reality!

[@kellyjones3466]

TJ is dope. I live 2 exits away from the border and I go a lot. Its chill

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Nice!!!

[@Thesadsadgame]

Do you know if I’m able to cross on over right now just to grab a bite to eat?

[@merc2413]

@@Thesadsadgame yeah, are u a white american or hispanic?

[@kellyjones3466]

​@Thesadsadgame yeah there are some good taco spots and mariscos as well.

[@maturekitten9681]

Oh my goodness I have so much fun all the time

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Exactly!! Everyone else’s loss!!

[@sunnyryuk]

You guys are great! Any questions i had you guys answered it!!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks!!! That’s what we’re aiming for - hope it helps!! 😎👍

[@alejandropadilla1660]

Great video I live in San Ysidro grew up here and have lived in Tijuana the only issue I have from down there are the cops and the long wait @ the border but besides that it's pretty chill.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Alejandro. That’s how we felt after our trip...except we managed to avoid the long wait at the border. Thanks for taking the time to message. 😎👍

[@RockstarBruski]

Fun video! I grew up in San Diego and in the 80s we would go to TJ and Rosarito about once a month to get great inexpensive lobster or go drinking and dancing. It was super easy to do and we used to drive our cars all the time over the boarder without any problems but times have changed and it sounds like Uber is the way to go now. Very well done video and glad you had a good time! Cheers!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

You've done well in catching up with our videos in one night!! 😎👍 I bet you had a blast down there. I heard things really changed in the early 2000s and it wasn't as safe to go for a while. Having said that, the beaches and tourist areas all seemed really safe and fun. I'd just be extra aware of what's going on around me in TJ at night. Hopefully, TJ - and the Border Patrol - can win back peoples' trust again!

[@JuanRamirez-gu7dh]

My family is from Michoacan. We live in Northern California. But I love Baja California!! Been there plenty of times. I'm in love.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

That’s so cool, Juan. Some people in Southern California only see the bad news from Mexico but it was safe and fun. We love a travel adventure. Hopefully you’re back in Baja before long!

[@chartney]

Hii!! So this november im going to puerto vallarta but to get on the plane i am going to a tijuana airport from san diego. Im very nervous but this kinda helped calm me down

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hey Jayden, glad it helped! You’ll be fine. Have a great trip!!! 😎👍

[@wishbone9137]

People are scared to go there, because it is deemed the “most dangerous city in the world” if you just mind your business and don’t look for any trouble (like most cities) you won’t really find trouble.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

💯 That’s what we aim to do. Plus, when you’re there, you realise that no-one is really out to get you!

[@lloydfrancis9149]

Really

[@gyx5700]

@@lloydfrancis9149 unless rivals or doing something stupid

[@spidertazzfb47]

I have seen alot of blogs going into Mexico 🇲🇽, how easy it is. But I know from experience that getting from Mexico 🇲🇽 to America is harder, but nobody has done a blog about that.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

We came back into the USA on this video but it was faster and easier than going into Mexico for some reason!! 😂🤣

[@mistersamdi]

awesome video guys, I'm flying to San Diego for work and will be there for 3 weeks, so I considered doing this while there. Thank you for the guide and tips

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Let us know how you get on...it's amazing how close you are to San Diego, too.

[@cheyenneclarke9318]

Super fun video! ❤ so at the hotel you stayed at, they just let you ride the horses on the property, alone? Or with a guide? It looks SUPER COOL AND FUN!!!❤

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Glad you liked it. They have lots of excursions/lessons with a guide. I don’t think you can go by yourself. It’s called Rancho Tecate, if you want to contact them. 😎👍

[@davidortega357]

I took the bus from Turlock California to Tijuana walk across the border it was fun we walked to downtown went to Guerrero Park spent the night came back the next day on the bus

[@hearts4melaniemartini]

when ive been going to tijuana since i was a kid...

[@ronaldcammarata3422]

I've been to Mexico twice - to San Luis Rio Colorado and Mexicali. But only as far across the border as I could walk since you absolutely cannot take a rental car into Mexico. I almost did it once, but chickened out.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Come on, Ronald!! You can do it next time, I’m sure!!

[@paulinorevueltahernandez3782]

Your facial expression when you pointed with your finger at Mexico at the beginning of the video shows how you really perceive the country.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Correct. Big smiles and great memories. We met in Mexico, honeymooned there and go back whenever we can!! Did you watch the whole video Paulino?!

[@fredtello]

yeah I caught that vibe

[@alexajordan8610]

@@LifeOfReillyTV Paulino has a point. Something like that gives a persons true feelings away much better than carefully scripted words. I mean, I'm not mad at ya. I don't fully trust Mexico either. I don't trust people in the US so I sure as heck don't trust Mexico.

[@DarkstarDarth]

I visited TJ last weekend with a friend and we’re both victims of attempted robbery, luckily we got away and jumped in a taxi and escaped. I can explain how he 2 robbery attempts happened but in short-- I did not see hardly any police patrolling he streets as before and people and merchants look and act extremely panicky as 80%+ of tourist income has disappeared due to the pandemic. I did not feel safe at all.

[@disan9135]

That's sucks!

[@gustavorodelaultreras9209]

pura basura y estereotipos creen los estadounidenses este comentario es la prueba de ello.

[@trevbonez836]

Can you post the whole story? Was it at night?

[@michaelwebb3893]

Plan on spending 4 months a years riding my bike threw mexico every year after kids get done with school.might move forever

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

I like your style!!! 🚴🏻‍♂️🌴😎

[@lalremsiama5437]

Yea I've seen our company cruise CARNIVAL yay

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Nice!! We'd be happy to try out a Carnival Cruise for a video!! 😉

[@lalremsiama5437]

@@LifeOfReillyTV eagerly waiting new video

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ahh, thanks!!! Did you already watch Sunday's video? I'd better get editing again!!

[@lalremsiama5437]

@@LifeOfReillyTV already..Come and do vlogging in East coast

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ha ha. Amazing!! We were due to do some East Coast trips but then Corona happened. We’ll be there soon, I promise.

[@Steven-cq7yq]

very cool would love to see more content!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Steven!! We're trying!! Homeschooling and my full-time job are taking over right now. I'm hoping to turn it around this month. We also have BIG plans for the summer!! Until then, please have a binge on our other videos. 😎👍

[@elwookiemexicano]

Im from and lived most of my in Tijuana you can you live there all your live and be alright if you keep to yourself

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Love it. Exactly what we thought.

[@abrahamcasanova4623]

Gracias por visitar

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

¡gracias por ver! 😎👍

[@jayr8539]

Did CBP give you a hard time when coming back into the states because of Covid?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Jay, we filmed it all last summer (2019) so no Covid around then. Maybe someone else will answer the question for you below. Cheers.

[@JesusLopez-wk6tt]

If you're an American citizen they will only ask you what you where doing out of the country and where you're going to. There's no much problem when crossing as long as you are American or resident.

[@MrShawnbfromjersey]

No they didn't get a hard time. I cross all the time and have been doing so during covid

[@mmlee6399]

Anyone travel to Mexico recently by land and have any issues coming back to the U.S.? Wondering what's required if any Covid testing is needed .etc.

[@dcgirlinrealestate1967]

How did you get to Otay from Mexico ?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi there, we got an Uber to Otay from Tecate and then walked across the border. We got picked up from the other side.

[@diecaverna]

The best mexican food ever! specially TACOS 🌮 number one!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

The flavours pop and the tortillas are just so tasty!! Can't wait to go back!! 🌮🌮🌮

[@danielleshekoni8047]

What are the names of the restaurants you visited?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Danielle, it was Restaurant Bar El Guero. We picked it out of nowhere. You might want to check the price at one of the restaurants right on the sea front as we were one block away. 😎👍🦞 We stayed at Rancho Tecate. Have a great trip!

[@ashleyl1267]

I had a blast in Tijuana and would totally go back

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Nice!! 😎👍

[@shelvesetc7150]

So cute story, congratulations and God bless you.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@illarion6]

Thankfulness! 🙏🙏🙏

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

😊😊

[@TheMultiMillionairess]

Do you remember the name of the lobster restaurant?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Tatiana, it was Restaurant Bar El Guero. I’d be tempted to check the prices of the restaurants a block closer to the ocean, just in case you get the perfect view with your food. I’m not sure how much more expensive it might be but it will still be way cheaper than USA prices. 🦞 🦞 🦞

[@nessamommybliss]

Would’ve saved some money takin the trolley! And it’s fun 😄

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

YES!! Great tip. We were staying with family who weren’t near a trolley station though. But, everyone else: trolley it down!!!

[@esmeraldac1003]

Do you know the name of the station was where the Uber first dropped you off?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Esmeralda, it was San Ysidro Station. Hope that helps!! 😎👍

[@Marc-zp6uq]

Where did you park your vehicle before uber ride.?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Marc, we were at a relative’s house in San Diego. You could park up somewhere with free on-street parking somewhere though.

[@michaelgundersen2982]

Nice video:)

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Michael!!! 😎👍

[@blanco994]

Do you remember the name of the restaurant with the giant lobster 🦞?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Steven, it was Restaurant Bar El Guero. We picked it out of nowhere. You might want to check the price at one of the restaurants right on the sea front as we were one block away. 😎👍

[@Chaakmx]

Its so wierd that ur phone wasnt working. Every plan in a mexican phone company works on us, canada and mx free of extra charge. If u come very often u might wanna get one of those plans start at 20dlls/month

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Joelo. We're from the UK so we had an English phone plan which didn't include Mexico, so we were trying to find wifi wherever we could. I was so close to buying a Pay as you Go plan but thought I might be able to get away with it! We nearly did!! Ha ha.

[@MrEvilheads]

What’s the name of that restaurant with the huge lobster

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi there, we went to El Guero restaurant in Puerto Nuevo. You might want to check the places right on the seafront as we were really hungry and almost picked the first one. Let us know how you get on. 😎👍

[@isbelmckenzie6985]

Always tip drivers with pesos. Don't use the tip option in Uber. The drivers aren't assured they will get their trips. This goes for restaurants, as well. Locals want pesos, will generally accept dollars (but this costs them).

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Great tip (pardon the pun) Isbel!! When we go to other parts of Mexico, we change to pesos but should’ve done it here, too. It’s always a better price in pesos too, of course. Cheers! 😎👍

[@TheMultiMillionairess]

Hi! 2 questions - was the lobster $20? Do you think its safe for Americans to drive in TJ?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Tatiana, it was $23 for the lobster, beer AND margarita!!!! Bargain, huh?!! It's hard for me to say about whether you should drive down to TJ as we did the easy version. My feelings are: I reckon it would probably be absolutely fine and everyone's over-thinking things all the time. However, if you have your own car with CA plates, people will know you'll likely be a tourist, and make sure your insurances covers a trip to Mexico. Realistically, no-one probably cares that you're from the States. Lots of people live/commute to/from the States everyday so you wouldn't be the only people with CA plates. It's totally up to you. We came from the UK and had a rental car, which didn't let us drive. If we were alloeed to drive, we probably would have done. Or, you could Uber everywhere and it would be one less thing to worry about? Let us know how you get on and what you choose to do!!

[@fernandos.8158]

crossing the border thru Tecate is the best and easiest way to go.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Great tip, Fernando. Funnily enough, I was only thinking about this yesterday, if we were going to the same hotel again.

[@JaedonD]

If I don't have a passport coming from los Angeles what do I need to bring to get into Mexico and back home ?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hey Jaedon. US citizens just need their license. I came from the UK so had to have a passport instead. 😎👍

[@Mikunaon]

Good Video, I'm from Mexico city and I would to know more about my country thanks a lot!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Great to hear Kim! I'm sure we'll have more videos from Mexico in the future. 😎👍

[@amerikadakhklibirogretmen77]

Tijuana danger for tourist?

[@angieram5498]

Great video thank you. Last time I went was also in 2019 before the pandemic 😷

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Angie. Did you go down to the Baja beaches or stay in Tijuana? It's a fun trip!

[@angieram5498]

@@LifeOfReillyTV We went straight to Rosarito and then on the way back we just bought some stuff from Tijuana.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Oh cool, so very similar to our trip. Nice!

[@patas4life666]

Nice my friend has family from Tijuana and they can’t visit because the border is closed I remember we crossed to pick them up

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ah man, is it still closed? Hopefully the good times are on their way again soon!

[@normsker9272]

@@LifeOfReillyTV only close to non us citizens and visa all we as us citizens gotta say its a medical visit

[@normsker9272]

closed*

[@amerikadakhklibirogretmen77]

Tijuana is danger for tourist?

[@JosephCompnotta]

I'm wanting to go over next month, but can't out if that's possible to do. Where can I find the latest news about US citizens going across from San Diego. Thanks for your help

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Joseph, officially it's only open for non-essential travel but I've heard that most people are getting across no problem for "dental work" etc. Here's an official news article: edition.cnn.com/2021/09/20/politics/us-extends-travel-restrictions-mexico-canada/index.html Here's the wait times at the border to show it's actually open: bwt.cbp.gov/ Hope that helps. Let us know how you get on!

[@JosephCompnotta]

@@LifeOfReillyTV thanks, I will

[@CALeftHander]

Awwww . . The times before the pandemic! I used to roam around on all these places. 😎

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

I know!! Can’t wait to get back travelling again!

[@MarioGonzalez-dd1cp]

What's the name of the restaurant in Nuevo puerto called?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Mario, we went to El Guero restaurant in Puerto Nuevo. You might want to check the places right on the seafront, as we were really hungry and almost picked the first one. Let us know how you get on. 😎👍

[@aanaaramoss]

it’s an amazing video thanks for sharing your experience

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Glad you enjoyed it, Ana! We had fun making it too!!

[@rogerfournier3284]

Best Mexican food in the world, I'm talking generous portions, seafood...out of this world! Very cheap. Secondly, hospitality is second to none. Tijuana has very, very good Mexican food.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

We loved it!! We ate like a King and a Queen - I never thought I'd get to eat lobster with a sea view!!

[@frankyzamudio2976]

Love this video don’t be afraid to go to Mexico if you don’t do anything bad you should na be afraid of anything just have fun. I love tijuana an rosarito bring back memories. very nice video first time seeing your video you 2 do a great couple🤙🏽

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Franky - appreciate it!!! 😎👍 It's our motto with all our travelling!!

[@daveh4076]

How much was the Uber ride from the border to Puerto Nuevo? I didn’t see that mentioned. Thanks

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi there. It was $28. It was hidden in there and not where I remembered it should be! Hope that helps!

[@daveh4076]

@@LifeOfReillyTV Thank you

[@phillipphillippson8456]

I visited Tijuana back in 2003 and it was a good visit I would say

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Great to hear. 😎👍

[@jasminepaz1867]

By chance do you remember where the seafood restaurant is or what it's called? I'm traveling with my family to Puerto Nuevo in September.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Jasmine, we went to El Guero restaurant in Puerto Nuevo. You might want to check the places right on the seafront as we were really hungry and almost picked the first one. Let us know how you get on. 😎👍

[@jasminepaz1867]

@@LifeOfReillyTV Thank you so much for your response! My family loved your video and we're very excited for our trip 😊

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ahh, great to hear!! We're going back to California this year and I was thinking about sneaking in another weekend in Mexico!! Have a fun time!!!

[@rolandrodriguez1381]

Thanks, I always thought Tijuana was scary. Wow, hopefully, your parents made it back!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Roland!! We didn’t spend too long in the city of Tijuana...we drove down the coast for most of the filming. The family made it back ok...after 3h45mins in the car!!! 🤣😂

[@chaudhryshahneelahmed226]

love and respect from UK ❣

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Chaudhry!! We live in the UK too. 😎👍

[@roxyytc]

Hi :) did you guys get an uber from the airport?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Roxie, we got an Uber from downtown but you could always get an Uber from the airport, no problem. I reckon it would be $30 and take around 30 mins. Let us know how you get on!

[@roxyytc]

@@LifeOfReillyTV is there an app to get an uber or are there some at airport? First time flying! We always drive 😨 but this time it’s a lil different. Covid hit home and I’m going to see my cousin that his mom passed away in December :( and he is not in a good plce place now

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

You normally need the Uber app to get an Uber. Do that, and you're guaranteed a car without a long wait. If you're looking to save money, you can get a bus and the trolley down to the border which would only cost $6, I think. It does take 1h 30 to do the same journey though. I hope your cousin gets better soon.

[@sandrablancovictorio3795]

That place is good I always go with my family!❤️👌🏻

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

We loved it too!! So much to explore!!

[@tristansinkinson5090]

Did you need your passport to cross over? I've been told you can get across with your just your ID. Thank you!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Yes, I’ve been told US citizens can get across with ID and even without, in some cases. We took our passports as we live in the UK and wanted to be safe...and to get the passport stamps!! Ha ha.

[@tristansinkinson5090]

@@LifeOfReillyTV Okay thank you so much!

[@Lachiniwini]

Great video! Wonderful idea!! On your way back into the USA, did you go through any Mexican immigration procedure before reaching U.S. customs?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Emma. 😊 I think it was just US immigration on the way back over. The opposite to the way into Mexico. Hope that helps.

[@elfambino4066]

It is sketchy in parts and especially at night If ur white DO NOT walk around alone at night, go in pairs or group Other than that enjoy it really is a beautiful place that breathes life

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

It really is. And it's so close to the States - people are missing out!

[@RYU-du5vh]

Can you cross back into the US with just a real id ?? Or do you need your passport

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

I'm from England so I needed to take a passport and my wife lives in the UK so we took hers to be safe. I THINK a Driving License is enough for USA citizens but I hope that someone might see this question and confirm for both of us!

[@jwm6262]

as a us citizen you can't be denied entry, if the cbp officer is a jerk they'll send you to secondary. Just extra waiting to cross. I've gone with just my CA DL and once without anything. I've even lived in Tijuana.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks for the update JM. It's amazing you can get in without any ID/paperwork at all. I guess you can show some evidence on phones these days. I'll tell people that ID is officially needed, is that right?

[@ProGamerKid2000]

You can cross with no problems with an ENHANCED DRIVERS LICENSE. If you have a regular driver's license, they'll most likely send you to secondary to further verify if you are a citizen

[@frannynet553]

was this pre-Covid?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Franny, yes, it was last summer.

[@samgonzalez5264]

I was looking for information about the border crossing process itself; is it slow? did you drive across the border? were you searched and stuff? Also, are there no COVID precautions going on there?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Sam, love the quickfire questions, so here are some quickfire answers!! Walking USA to Tijuana was fast, but you have to wait in a line to be seen by Border Control. This line took around 20 mins. We walked across the border, as we only had a rental car, plus we had heard bad things about insurance not being valid etc. We liked the idea of Uber as we knew what the price would be beforehand. We had bags, which went through airport style scanners. Not invasive. No Covid precautions back in 2019, as it wasn't a thing that summer. Hope this helps!

[@friastravels2694]

Thank you sharing, can you let me know where after you crossed the boarder did you catch the second uber? Is the a location name I can look up?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

When you walk over the border, there’s a big taxi rank, so we ordered through the app and were in our Uber within seconds. Let us know how you get on.

[@friastravels2694]

@@LifeOfReillyTV awesome! Thank you! Did you have any issues crossing the boarder recently due to Covid and the boarder means for “essential travels” only?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hiya, we went in the summer of 2019 so no Covid. From what others have said on here, saying that you have a dental appointment or medical reason to enter can work.

[@alondravaldez9796]

Hi what's the name of the restaurant you guys went to for lobster in puerto nuevo?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi Alondra, we went to El Guero's. There are quite a few round there, you may choose to go even closer to the water. Have fun!!

[@remiperry7539]

What do you need to have to cross from Tijuana Mexico to San Diego CA as a tourist.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Just your passport, or visa, if you need one. No major questions asked for my British passport on the way in, or back to the States.

[@TheNana622]

Was it easy to cross back into the US?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Oh yesss. It was easier/less hassle going back to the US than when we went into Mexico. It might’ve changed since we went though.

[@_mronk3208]

I was literally there yesterday helping my mother get one of her cars back which had been inpounded by the police due to a parking violation, it smells and most of the areas are not so pleasant to be in

[@ivanpineda8521]

you were probably in zona centro downtown 🤣 we’re talking about playas de tijuana, ensenada, puerto nuevo, rosarito right here bud..... u were totally on the non-turistic side dude ✌️y arriba la tia alv

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Exactly, we did the very safe version for our first time!! We got into a taxi straight from the border bridge to the coast. Would love to try normal Tijuana another time though.

[@_mronk3208]

@@ivanpineda8521 The only other part of Mexico I’ve been to is Cancun and it’s probably nicer than all the things you just listed

[@_mronk3208]

@@ivanpineda8521 No shit I was on the non-touristic (you can’t even spell that what a dumbass) side I was at the impound

[@manuelvalencia9407]

There have been lots of problems with people accidentally crossing the border. In fact, a TV station out of San Diego did coverage on how easy it is to miss the emergency turn-off before crossing into Mexico. Sorry about your family accidentally crossing the border on their way to pick you both up. Did they get back okay? You should do a video of their experiences. I wonder, especially if you accidentally cross the border and you are not a US citizen without your passport. That would be a bummer.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

It's must be so easy to do, if they're making TV reports about it! Our family got back fine after four hours of waiting in the line!! One of them had a passport with them, randomly, while the other got through with just his license. I think the video of their experience would be a lot of swearing!! Ha ha ha. As much as I'd love to test out the "British person going through the border without a passport," I don't think I'd like to test it out quite yet!!

[@manuelvalencia9407]

@@LifeOfReillyTV In this day and age, I don't think it's a good idea to try, but I'm sure it's happened. Glad to hear that your family got back okay.

[@cwnapier67]

I did the same thing 20 years ago I was terrified because our insurance didn’t cover Mexico. I was terrified of getting into an accident. We finally found the road to get back to San Diego and walked back to TJ. We were lost in the back streets of TJ in some not so good areas with our Nevada plates. NOT GOOD. Funny when we talk about it now.

[@paigecompton2653]

Nancy and Bob are still in Mexico to this day. lol

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

😂🤣 Let us know if anyone spots them!!

[@rickym1883]

Great video!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Ricky!! It was fun to make, too!! 😎👍

[@QuorkEx]

Cab non US citizens such as those from the UK cross over and back without problems?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Absolutely. I'm from the UK and used my British passport. It all worked perfectly - and got another passport stamp!!

[@QuorkEx]

@@LifeOfReillyTV thank you so much. Not being a regular traveller I tend to over worry about things like this

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ha ha. Even as a regular traveller, I like to worry about things like this!! Research will give you the confidence you need, sometimes! Let us know how your trip goes!!

[@QuorkEx]

@@LifeOfReillyTV thanks, I'll do that. The plan is to go at the end of February 2022

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Awesome!! I'm very jealous!! Enjoy the planning...and the holiday!

[@ProdBuggzyWestside]

Where exactly did you cross over?. I’m planning to cross over tomorrow from San Diego to Otay but looks like you guys took a different route??.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hi, we went over at San Ysidro and came back via Otay Mesa. I'd definitely do Otay again as it was much quieter. Have a good trip!!

[@671StantheMan]

Has anything changed from entering Mexico due to covid restrictions?

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Hey Stan, tomorrow's when they will decide if they will lift the non-essential restriction.s www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/border-baja-california/story/2021-04-20/us-travel-restrictions-mexico-may-21st

[@ballrecer]

You guys should check out Hong Kong bar in tijuana very family friendly and great to tourists

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Great recommendation - thanks!! I hope that helps others looking through the comments too!

[@allison7456]

noooo please dont 🤣🤣

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Ha ha!! Thanks for bailing us out Allison!!!! I didn't want to Google it...and definitely don't want to now!!!

[@stephand18]

Should have stayed at a air bnb Mexico is amazing.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

We didn't even think of that!! We were thinking spa break and swim-up bar. Next time!!

[@jarod3838]

Great video! Your experience looked so fun. Lots of others had the complete opposite.. corrupt cops, scammers, violence exc... But yes these kind of videos help tourism.

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Thanks Jarod. We had a great time and it felt like a real adventure! 😎👍

[@gustavorodelaultreras9209]

es solo un estereotipo que tu pais te hiso creer del nuestro solo es por zonas y la verdad yo me siento seguro en mi pais punto.

[@rodolfomendez7202]

I see what a bad reputation news and social media has made for Mexico and us Mexicans, afraid to talk to your neighbor when you don't even know him, only because tv and politics talk (very convenient for them)about only the negative side of it. Visit Mexico and open your eyes! I don't say that is nothing wrong in the country, but where is different? Thanks for visiting Mexico, you are always welcome!

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

Wise words, Rodolfo. We love travelling to see new cultures and meet new people - difference should be celebrated. Some of the comments on this video show how many Mexican kids (probably brought up in USA) are afraid to go back and visit relatives these days. Attitudes and biases need to be challenged. I hope a few more people visit Mexico after watching our video, and realise this.

[@gustavorodelaultreras9209]

todos los estadounidenses se creen cualquier cosa eso los tacha como tontos que te parecio te gustaria que me burlaria de tu politica de como estas actualmente verdad que no a entonces si no sabes mejor no hables.

[@alexismatias6473]

Gran vídeo!! Saludos desde México!! Very good

[@LifeOfReillyTV]

¡Impresionante, Alexis! Eso significa mucho, especialmente para un espectador mexicano. Gracias por tomarse el tiempo para publicar un mensaje ... y gracias a Google Translate por ayudarme a responder.