FAQs
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Do I need a passport?
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Yes! Apply now! Without paying extra, it takes 4-6 weeks to get your passport!
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Are kids invited?
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Yes!
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Does my kid need a passport?
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U.S. and Canadian citizen children under the age of 16 (or under 19, if traveling with a school, religious group, or other youth group) need only present a birth certificate or other proof of citizenship. The birth certificate can be original, photocopy, or certified copy. https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/western-hemisphere-travel-initiative
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Is it safe to drive in Mexico?
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Yes, as safe as it is to drive anywhere else!
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Do I need car insurance in Mexico?
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Yes, Mexican car insurance is recommended. You can apply and get it online. https://www.bajabound.com/
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Will my phone work in Mexico?
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If you have an international plan, yes. If you don't, your phone's map function will continue to track your progress even if you do not have cell service. This is very helpful for getting around!
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How far is the venue from the border?
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Santuario Diegueño is about an hour from the Tijuana border entry and maybe 3 minutes from the Tecate border entry.
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When's the best time to cross the border back into the US?
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Typically there's no wait to get into Mexico. When returning to the US, it depends on the time of day. Be sure to check the online border wait times! https://apps.cbp.gov/bwt/mobile.asp?action=n&pn=2505
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Do I have to stay the night in Mexico?
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Definitely not. You can stay in San Diego, e.g., Chula Vista, and make the hour drive in through the Tijuana border to and from the venue.
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Does the border close?
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The border entry 3 minutes from the venue is open from 5AM to 11PM. The border in Tijuana does not close, but it's an hour away.
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What's the parking situation at the venue?
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Parking will be free and easy onsite at the venue.
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How's the weather?
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It will be warm during the day and will cool off in the evening. Bring a swimsuit and a light jacket.