Visiting Mexico

[Michelledeanna1989]

Hey so since I was a teenager I've spent a lot of time in Mexico.
My mom used to own a property in a town called todos santos with her ex
And since that time we have gone down and camped on the beach and I've
Generally felt safe. Hey Property was in a town called todos santos about an hour
North of Cabo San Lucas.  About 2 years ago I lost my mom to cancer. 
My brother and I each inherited some money. We each took a portion with
Two other close friends and bought property in that area.  I haven't been down since pre transition.
I love it there but I'm a bit worried about visiting. Know Cabo is gay frendly. But the surrounding area
I'm not so sure. Do anyone. Have any experience visiting
I am will More or less be in a group whenever I visit with minimum 4 cis males
So being in a larger group would I be safe I'm worried about going out for dinner or just
To the store and being told to leave in front of my friends or family.. 
What are other people experiences ?  My home is BC Canada  so it's very open
And accepting Thanks

[Jessica]

My wife and I own property outside of San Felipe on the Sea of Cortez side of Baja. 
I know that some tourist areas in Mexico are gay friendly, but I've heard that it can be frowned on in other small towns.  My experience with the Mexican Army is that they are quite respectful of law abiding folks, but the Federales can't necessarily be held to the same hope.  A few years back the Governor of Baja sent a directive to local police units to not target foreigners with shakedowns as we are the bread and butter for many.
In general Todos Santos is a very open town and accepts most, but always be careful, especially when in outlying areas.

Hugs and smiles from a California girl

[Michelledeanna1989]

My wife and I own property outside of San Felipe on the Sea of Cortez side of Baja. 
I know that some tourist areas in Mexico are gay friendly, but I've heard that it can be frowned on in other small towns.  My experience with the Mexican Army is that they are quite respectful of law abiding folks, but the Federales can't necessarily be held to the same hope.  A few years back the Governor of Baja sent a directive to local police units to not target foreigners with shakedowns as we are the bread and butter for many.
In general Todos Santos is a very open town and accepts most, but always be careful, especially when in outlying areas.

Thanks that helps
My property is in el pescadero just a bit further back from
Playa Los Cerritos beach so it's getting more touristy these days
I'm excited though going to spend New Years 2020 in Baja probably for most of December or
January..
Hugs and smiles from a California girl

[Dena]

I haven't been in Mexico for about 50 years so I am not very familiar with the place first hand. What I do know is that drugs have brought a good deal of violence to parts of the country. So much that one of the truck drivers that uses our space don't want to haul loads down there any more. Make sure the area you will be staying isn't a danger zone and that your not crossing one on your trip to and from there. There are even reports of attacks in tourist areas so just because it's a tourist area, doesn't mean it's safe.

[Jessica]

I haven't been in Mexico for about 50 years so I am not very familiar with the place first hand. What I do know is that drugs have brought a good deal of violence to parts of the country. So much that one of the truck drivers that uses our space don't want to haul loads down there any more. Make sure the area you will be staying isn't a danger zone and that your not crossing one on your trip to and from there. There are even reports of attacks in tourist areas so just because it's a tourist area, doesn't mean it's safe.

My wife and I have traveled the backroads (4x4 only) of Baja.  Those roads are patrolled by the Mexican Army with garrisons in various places.  They will stop anyone they see and search their vehicles. I know, because I have been searched every time. The army will not try to extort you and they control the area, not the Federales.  It was explained later that this was to dissuade illegal trafficking and has been successful.
We've stayed and camped in many obscure hidden areas with no problems. Everyone I'd ever met were friendly, even the army personnel.
Now this is the Baja Peninsula south of San Felipe, twos hours north is Mexicali.  It actually has the reputation of being one of the safest ports of entry in the world.  Not to suggest there isn't crime in the area, I'm sure there is all along the border, but it is relatively safe south of Hwy 3 between Ensenada and San Felipe.  Though let me add because of the army presence that keep out the organized crime that are violent, it won't stop all crime.  Especially in the tourist areas. But that would be more likely to be petty crimes.  There is crime everywhere in the world and you have to be careful anywhere you go. 

[Michelledeanna1989]

My wife and I have traveled the backroads (4x4 only) of Baja.  Those roads are patrolled by the Mexican Army with garrisons in various places.  They will stop anyone they see and search their vehicles. I know, because I have been searched every time. The army will not try to extort you and they control the area, not the Federales.  It was explained later that this was to dissuade illegal trafficking and has been successful.
We've stayed and camped in many obscure hidden areas with no problems. Everyone I'd ever met were friendly, even the army personnel.
Now this is the Baja Peninsula south of San Felipe, twos hours north is Mexicali.  It actually has the reputation of being one of the safest ports of entry in the world.  Not to suggest there isn't crime in the area, I'm sure there is all along the border, but it is relatively safe south of Hwy 3 between Ensenada and San Felipe.  Though let me add because of the army presence that keep out the organized crime that are violent, it won't stop all crime.  Especially in the tourist areas. But that would be more likely to be petty crimes.  There is crime everywhere in the world and you have to be careful anywhere you go.
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I've been threw that as well one time when I was probably 15 or so I was on the bus with my mom her and I decided to go to la Paz for the day it was Christmas time and there was a little Mexican grandma who wrapped all her grandkids presents the army neatly in wrapped them while holding ak47s  then re wrapped them I remember thinking it was a bit funny and my mom was telling not to laugh..  but yeah I'm used to it I've beeb to a few spots in the easy cape and what not and I know the cartel problem is not getting any better. Although I think Baja is a bit better
Or at least it seems that way but I do know rhey are present probably more so in Los Cabo's
There's crime everywhere. And Mexico does have its fair share of corruption as well