Tijuana Reports

I registered just to say your report is detailed and amazing. Planning my trip now.

[QUOTE=OldGoat98;2145642]I was recently in San Diego for business and made my first trips to Tijuana. Let me start off my thanking all of you who have provided such great intel. Everything was pretty much as reported. I used most of the information I gathered reading the posts and reports on these boards.

On both trips I took the trolley Blue Line from downtown to San Ysidro. The first trip I purchased a day pass and Compass card at the America Plaza station for $7. 00. My second trip was $5. 00 to recharge the Compass card with a day pass. From America Plaza it was just under an hour ride. It was an easy trip, the trolley was clean, no one bothers you, and it drops you off right at the border. About five minutes after getting off the train I was in Tijuana and getting a cab. The cab rides were quick and as advertised, $5. 00 plus $1. 00 tip. They drop you off right in front of your selected club.

Over the two trips I went to Adelita twice and Hong Kong once. Both trips were early weekday afternoons / early evenings. Everything was as advertised. The average girl at Hong Kong were better looking than Adelita, but 8's and 9's were pretty easy to find at both. It was easier to negotiate at Adelita and my two trips upstairs were. 5 and. 6. My one trip upstairs at Hong Kong was. 8. Drink prices were also very accurate. I drank Coke and bought a couple ladies' drinks.

I was surprised that the hustle from the waiters and girls was less than I expected from the intel. I was expecting much more. I was prepared for much more. I did note that they are not in the business of providing company at your table unless you are buying the girls drinks or negotiating to go upstairs. They did start coming over as soon as I sat down. At least none of the girls I bought drinks for downed them quickly. It was funny that most tried to match me swallow, by swallow, and finishing about the same time I did. I probably spent too much on lady's drinks at Hong Kong. After taking a cute, young, spinner upstairs I wanted some company while I recuperated for the second visit to Adelita. Having her snuggling in my arms was worth it to me. My second trip to Adelita was the best by far. It was a true GFE. I cannot remember the last time I had two the same afternoon. Not bad for an old goat.

The hotel prices were spot on, including the cost for extra towels. I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness of the rooms. All three I was in were clean, had good temperature control, and nice, big glass-walled showers. All big enough for two! Neither was busy when I visited and I was able to use the full time without interruption. The housekeeping man was waiting outside the room each time and I gave each a dollar tip.

Both trips I caught a taxi right outside Adelita. The same fare to return, $5. 00 plus $1. 00 tip. At first I was confused because the drop off site is different than the pickup location. However, they drop you off up the street from the border crossing. Just follow the sidewalk and you are in line for customs.

The customs crossing was the most confusing. I remember reading about the excessive waits, but there were three lines and I had to ask which line I was supposed to be in. The three lanes were General Public, Ready Pass, and Sentri. General Public was the longest line and for everyone using the standard passport. Ready Pass were for folks with specific documentation. For US citizen, this is the passport card instead of the passport book. Sentri as shortest, but required a special Sentri program identification card. Check the CBP website for more information. I will be looking into a passport card before my next trip. I did find a couple of websites that gave excellent information on wait times. The CBP have a website, updated every hour, that shows current wait times. Check it out at ([URL]http://bwt.cbp.gov/[/URL]). There is also an online chart that shows average wait times for each day of the week. I found this ([URL]http://traffic.calit2.net/border/border-wait-times.php?type=passenger&sub=standard&port=250401[/URL]) to be very helpful on planning my second trip. It was rather accurate for me.

Not once during my trips to Tijuana did I ever feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Also, I did not stray from the area. My longest walk was down the block from Hong Kong to Adelita. It may be because of my experience traveling around the world, especially to third world countries. It did remind me of areas of Thailand and the Philippines, so I was surprised by the pan handlers and others looking to tips or handouts.

Overall, I preferred Adelita over Hong Kong. The quality of girls in Hong Kong was higher, but it cost more and was too loud for my taste. Adelita just felt more my style. It did take (literally) a few more minutes to find an 8 or 9, but there was enough good looking girls for me to choose from. Even in US clubs I tend to prefer the middle range clubs over the high glitz clubs. Just my personal preference based on my experience.

My total cost for two trips and three girls was $$ 2, including all transportation, drinks, hotels, girls, and tips (and dinner at McD waiting for the trolley back to downtown.) I was expecting a little more, but came in under budget. Some may do it for less, but I am happy with it.

I will be going back. I am already planning my next trip later this year. I now wish I had more trips to San Diego planned!

Again, thank you for all the information that prepared me for this trip.[/QUOTE]

After re-reading I need to correct an error. The total cost was $$ 2, not $$. 2.

[QUOTE=OldGoat98;2145642]

My total cost for two trips and three girls was $$ 2, including all transportation, drinks, hotels, girls, and tips (and dinner at McD waiting for the trolley back to downtown.) I was expecting a little more, but came in under budget. Some may do it for less, but I am happy with it.

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Thank you for your kind words, Wonderer.

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[QUOTE=TheWonderer;2146185]I registered just to say your report is detailed and amazing. Planning my trip now.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=OldGoat98;2145642]I was recently in San Diego for business and made my first trips to Tijuana. Let me start off my thanking all of you who have provided such great intel. Everything was pretty much as reported. I used most of the information I gathered reading the posts and reports on these boards.

On both trips I took the trolley Blue Line from downtown to San Ysidro. The first trip I purchased a day pass and Compass card at the America Plaza station for $7. 00. My second trip was $5. 00 to recharge the Compass card with a day pass. From America Plaza it was just under an hour ride. It was an easy trip, the trolley was clean, no one bothers you, and it drops you off right at the border. About five minutes after getting off the train I was in Tijuana and getting a cab. The cab rides were quick and as advertised, $5. 00 plus $1. 00 tip. They drop you off right in front of your selected club.

Over the two trips I went to Adelita twice and Hong Kong once. Both trips were early weekday afternoons / early evenings. Everything was as advertised. The average girl at Hong Kong were better looking than Adelita, but 8's and 9's were pretty easy to find at both. It was easier to negotiate at Adelita and my two trips upstairs were. 5 and. 6. My one trip upstairs at Hong Kong was. 8. Drink prices were also very accurate. I drank Coke and bought a couple ladies' drinks.

I was surprised that the hustle from the waiters and girls was less than I expected from the intel. I was expecting much more. I was prepared for much more. I did note that they are not in the business of providing company at your table unless you are buying the girls drinks or negotiating to go upstairs. They did start coming over as soon as I sat down. At least none of the girls I bought drinks for downed them quickly. It was funny that most tried to match me swallow, by swallow, and finishing about the same time I did. I probably spent too much on lady's drinks at Hong Kong. After taking a cute, young, spinner upstairs I wanted some company while I recuperated for the second visit to Adelita. Having her snuggling in my arms was worth it to me. My second trip to Adelita was the best by far. It was a true GFE. I cannot remember the last time I had two the same afternoon. Not bad for an old goat.

The hotel prices were spot on, including the cost for extra towels. I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness of the rooms. All three I was in were clean, had good temperature control, and nice, big glass-walled showers. All big enough for two! Neither was busy when I visited and I was able to use the full time without interruption. The housekeeping man was waiting outside the room each time and I gave each a dollar tip.

Both trips I caught a taxi right outside Adelita. The same fare to return, $5. 00 plus $1. 00 tip. At first I was confused because the drop off site is different than the pickup location. However, they drop you off up the street from the border crossing. Just follow the sidewalk and you are in line for customs.

The customs crossing was the most confusing. I remember reading about the excessive waits, but there were three lines and I had to ask which line I was supposed to be in. The three lanes were General Public, Ready Pass, and Sentri. General Public was the longest line and for everyone using the standard passport. Ready Pass were for folks with specific documentation. For US citizen, this is the passport card instead of the passport book. Sentri as shortest, but required a special Sentri program identification card. Check the CBP website for more information. I will be looking into a passport card before my next trip. I did find a couple of websites that gave excellent information on wait times. The CBP have a website, updated every hour, that shows current wait times. Check it out at ([URL]http://bwt.cbp.gov/[/URL]). There is also an online chart that shows average wait times for each day of the week. I found this ([URL]http://traffic.calit2.net/border/border-wait-times.php?type=passenger&sub=standard&port=250401[/URL]) to be very helpful on planning my second trip. It was rather accurate for me.

Not once during my trips to Tijuana did I ever feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Also, I did not stray from the area. My longest walk was down the block from Hong Kong to Adelita. It may be because of my experience traveling around the world, especially to third world countries. It did remind me of areas of Thailand and the Philippines, so I was surprised by the pan handlers and others looking to tips or handouts.

Overall, I preferred Adelita over Hong Kong. The quality of girls in Hong Kong was higher, but it cost more and was too loud for my taste. Adelita just felt more my style. It did take (literally) a few more minutes to find an 8 or 9, but there was enough good looking girls for me to choose from. Even in US clubs I tend to prefer the middle range clubs over the high glitz clubs. Just my personal preference based on my experience.

My total cost for two trips and three girls was $$ 2, including all transportation, drinks, hotels, girls, and tips (and dinner at McD waiting for the trolley back to downtown.) I was expecting a little more, but came in under budget. Some may do it for less, but I am happy with it.

I will be going back. I am already planning my next trip later this year. I now wish I had more trips to San Diego planned!

Again, thank you for all the information that prepared me for this trip.[/QUOTE]This is pretty spot on to how it usually goes for me. I was just there last week and had a great time. Had one of the best Tijuana experiences yet with a girl from HK. Don't forget to try to negotiate. I see you said your HK girl charged. 8. I was quoted the same, but said "no, . 6" and she dragged me away. I hear. 5 to. 6 is the norm there.

I can't recommend enough getting the Global Entry / Sentri card if you are able to. I literally walk right on through with no more than a minute or two wait each time, no matter how crazy it is. Global Entry is $100 and lasts for 5 years. DO IT!

[QUOTE=OldGoat98;2146314]After re-reading I need to correct an error. The total cost was $$ 2, not $$. 2.[/QUOTE]OldGoat, thanks for the 2 super-awesome border links. Learned mucho!

Each $ means 100, so $$. 2 means 220 (there should be no space after the decimal point but the software added it). $$ means 200. Hope that helps un poquito, mi amigo.

[QUOTE=OldGoat98;2146314]After re-reading I need to correct an error. The total cost was $$ 2, not $$. 2.[/QUOTE]OldGoat, thanks for the 2 super-awesome border links. Learned mucho!

Each $ means 100, so $$. 2 means 220 (there should be no space after the decimal point but the software added it). $$ means 200. Hope that helps un poquito, mi amigo.

Thank you for the update. I definitely need to work on my negotiating skills. .

[QUOTE=Obtforever;2146629]This is pretty spot on to how it usually goes for me. I was just there last week and had a great time. Had one of the best Tijuana experiences yet with a girl from HK. Don't forget to try to negotiate. I see you said your HK girl charged. 8. I was quoted the same, but said "no, . 6" and she dragged me away. I hear. 5 to. 6 is the norm there.

I can't recommend enough getting the Global Entry / Sentri card if you are able to. I literally walk right on through with no more than a minute or two wait each time, no matter how crazy it is. Global Entry is $100 and lasts for 5 years. DO IT![/QUOTE]

Went down today around 3 pm today Mon. 7/14 place is dead. Definitely staying away on Mondays from now on. Bars were dead. More cute street girls out than girls in the bars. Went up with a couple. Both were repeats. Was not disappointed. Caught a lot of rain early on but managed to stay dry. For someone who's been going to Tijuana for more than a decade I think I'm going to say that Tijuana is a city on the decline. Adios amigos.

Was a little surprised to hear things were dead on a Monday. Typically Mondays are not to slow unless you go in November or December time frame. I think Tijuana has gotten better over years. There is better SG's now and the crime has gone down. Much of this is because there more police around. There is typically 4-6 police around and this not counting the cops that drive around. 3 or 4 bars have cops that work as security outside. This is good thing since they serve a deterrent to the bandito's.

[QUOTE=MemoeNasty;2152955]Went down today around 3 pm today Mon. 7/14 place is dead. Definitely staying away on Mondays from now on. Bars were dead. More cute street girls out than girls in the bars. Went up with a couple. Both were repeats. Was not disappointed. Caught a lot of rain early on but managed to stay dry. For someone who's been going to Tijuana for more than a decade I think I'm going to say that Tijuana is a city on the decline. Adios amigos.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Hargow20;2152983]Was a little surprised to hear things were dead on a Monday. Typically Mondays are not to slow unless you go in November or December time frame. I think Tijuana has gotten better over years. There is better SG's now and the crime has gone down. Much of this is because there more police around. There is typically 4-6 police around and this not counting the cops that drive around. 3 or 4 bars have cops that work as security outside. This is good thing since they serve a deterrent to the bandito's.[/QUOTE]That's funny Hargow. I've just never had much luck Down there on a Mon. Or Tues. Wkends without saying are busy. It could be the time of day. I was down there around 3 and came back by 7:30/8. Maybe later on at night its busier. Seems like yrs ago there was more activity during daytime hrs. Not so much now. When I walk through chavelas and there's more maseros than chicas I'd say business is down. Oh yeah, and it was raining down there yesterday too. That could also have something to do with it. Thanks for the input though. Late.

I find that it often takes a hour or two to find a SG that interests me. This is because normally 2 or 3 regulars depending who is available. Usually I telephone the girl and see if she is available or ask other people that I know in the Zona if they have any info. It's a bit of hassle sometimes, but it's well worth it.

[QUOTE=MemoeNasty;2153285]That's funny Hargow. I've just never had much luck Down there on a Mon. Or Tues. Weekends without saying are busy. It could be the time of day. I was down there around 3 and came back by 7:30/8. Maybe later on at night its busier. Seems like yrs ago there was more activity during daytime hrs. Not so much now. When I walk through chavelas and there's more maseros than chicas I'd say business is down. Oh yeah, and it was raining down there yesterday too. That could also have something to do with it. Thanks for the input though. Late.[/QUOTE]

Got with my atf and told her I wanted to get together in a better hotel room. We went two blocks west of ninos heroes on articulo 123 and there is a auto-motel mid-block on the south side. Two hours for 200 pesos. Bottom floor is a garage and you walk upstairs. Tv with porno, shower with decent towels, and ac! 200 pesos is about 16 bucks. If you have a favorite street girl and want a comfy place for two hours check it out.

I'm going to be in San Diego next week for business and was thinking of checking out Tijuana one of the nights there. No passport though. What are my options.

[QUOTE=SexInSTL;2157009]I'm going to be in San Diego next week for business and was thinking of checking out Tijuana one of the nights there. No passport though. What are my options.[/QUOTE]An american birth certifcate and state driver's lcense should be adequate to return.

[QUOTE=SexInSTL;2157009]I'm going to be in San Diego next week for business and was thinking of checking out Tijuana one of the nights there. No passport though. What are my options.[/QUOTE]Keep in mind also that depending on the time of day you cross back into USA there could possibly be a long wait time. It is summertime and I have noticed some really long lines coming back in recent weeks. My advice is to come back later in the evening. Anytime after 10-11 p you should be fine. Lucky for me I have the ready lane pass and it is sweet walking past everybody in the regular line. Best thing they ever did down there. Safe travels STL.