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Spent lots of time there since childhood...mostly with my family shopping for groceries and beef/tortillas/produce and we had a jeweler there too... Later as a young adult I also shopped in TJ for groceries and also we spent fun times there having dinner and going to Jai Ali games...
I want to congratulate you all and your trips in interior of Mexico like I want to do before I check out this world to my eternal home where my mansion on high will be like wanted to have here in us but I blew my money from navy so could never invest In my mansion.i wanted to buy here in usa
I am in awe that city has all them sites So my next 7;days and nights stay at either holiday inn or hotel nelson which manager told me year round day rate of $50 a night
“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness.” -Mark Twain. Very poignant/compassionate video, guys. You have become unofficial ambassadors for such a beautiful country! Take care and safe continued travels.
I’m 60 years old now but when I was about 10, I took a picture on a zonkey! Now I need to go dig it up! My parents would take trips twice a month back in the 70s, we would buy a lot of products that were not available in California. We lived about two hours away from the border. I miss those days. Thank you for the wonderful reminders and video and especially for your kind hearts.❤ God bless you!
This is MY HOMETOWN 💕 So emotional the way you described the Malecón and the meaningful Art in the wall in “Playas de Tijuana”. I just spent the holidays with my parents and sisters that live in Tijuana. The CECUT is totally worthy to visit. Thank you for sharing and showing the other side of my Tijuana 💘
Great video. Thank you for not leaving out the reality of danger. I think that the danger aspect is what makes people reluctant to visit Mexico; but you shared how best to avoid danger not only in Mexico, but in “all parts of the world.”. You definitely touched on the reality of nice and sincere people that do exist in Mexico, along with the nice parts of the city that deserve to be appreciated.
I'm so glad you guys got to see Friendship Park. Yes, it is everything you described and felt, and so much more. From the south, the culture pounds on the wall. From the north, no one stands in awe. Close your eyes, the boundary disappears. The food, the music, the culture, is so near.
Love you guys. We followed in your footsteps in Los Cabos and La Paz. We went in October 2021 and April 2022 by plane, but rented a vehicle to explore. Our bucket list has a road trip from Toronto to TJ and then south from there to everywhere in between. Your videos are so inspiring and you are both kind souls with a love of life and travel. You had me tearing up at the end, I can totally understand the emotions you must have been feeling at the wall. Mexico is so beautiful, the people, the food and its raw nature. You guys sharing your journey through this beautiful country with the you tube community is a blessing. Thank you, thank you!!!
No todos los lugares de México son peligrosos sólo hay que saber donde ir en lo personal a mi nunca me a pasado nada malo, siempre hay lugares con mucho por conocer 🇷🇺🇲🇽❤
Such a great review of Tijuana. I am taking my 12 year old daughter next week. I'm excited to show her the "other" side, the border wall, and some of the fun places, like the lucha libre museum, and get some delicious food too! Thanks for sharing your perspectives. I love how you are both so open hearted but not blind to the realities of one of the more dangerous cities in Mexico.
Why is it dangerous? It's pretty much only folks involved in the drug trade who find trouble in Tijuana. Your average visitor almost never has any problems.
This was eye opening! While I love Mexico and plan to travel around the country more in the future, I never really thought I’d be interested in Tijuana, but now I want to visit for sure! Great job showcasing a misunderstood city and highlighting some must-see places.
Again I really like how you show the main touristy areas but then also take us to some lesser visited areas. The market looks like so much fun especially that candy shop!
My wife and I loved your video. We love Tijuana and we have visited that city since 2013. Mexicans friend from CDMX living in LA. Keep it up the good work!
You visits the most awesome places in Tijuana. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to know out beautiful city. I grow up here and is not like they say on the news. I’m glad you enjoy the city.
I just wanted to reach out and thank you both for opening my eyes to Mexico. I happened upon your videos of Jalisco while researching Puerto Vallarta for an upcoming trip. Since then I have been hooked on your vlogs and I am stunned at the natural beauty and truly kind people you have encountered. I am a Canadian, who knows a lot about other parts of the world but very little about Mexico. You have allowed me to see the beauty of this huge country and I am eager to get there to experience it myself! Thank you both for being so genuine and kind, and most of all informative. I look forward to all your future videos!
When I was a kid my grandfather would take me with him to TJ and visit the dentist, and right after we would grab some tacos. Amazing memories. Thank you for showing the brighter side of the city. Thank you...but yes! Happy Birthday brother! Salute!
Y'all are my favorites!! I have travelled Mexico all my life, but I love seeing it through your eyes. I appreciate the compassion, the love, and the respect with which you treat every place you travel too. Thank you, thank you, and thank you! You are much appreciated... You should come with me to my pueblo and experience pueblo life... I'm going to Jalisco in January for the annual fiestas...
Gran final del video, eso es lo que necesita conocer la gente de los Estados Unidos que está a favor del muro, que somos más los mexicanos buenos que los malos y que además hemos contribuido quieran o no, a la grandeza norteamericana. Saludos mis youtubers favoritos, feliz cumpleaños Adam!!! Desde la CDMX La gran Tenochtitlan!!!
This another very beautiful and very impressive mexican city! and what's also very impressive: it is even literally within a walking distance from San Diego!
Thanks for sharing this great story, it made me little homesick, I used to live in Tijuana, I've been there for about 9 years and never got any incident, I found it one of the most interesting places to live over all Mexico for several reasons, yes the wall definitely make you to think in several things, thanks for sharing, I definitely miss all that great food and people, if someday you come to Europe please let me know🤗
Great video! You guys almost had me in tears. My mother just came back from visiting family in the southern pacific coast & always comes back emotional. HAPPY BIRTHDAY "PAPI" 😃 & safe travels.
My husband and I grew up in SD and we have traveled to Tijuana, Ensenada and Rosarito throughout our lifetime. We used to go to TJ with my husband's Abuela and Tia's all the time. We love it. Be smart, be safe and aware no matter where you travel, always. Thanks for hitting up TJ , always over looked.
I love Tijuana. I'm an American and when I lived in the OC I'd go to Tijuana here and there on day trips. It was very classy, very exciting, very clean, great restaurants, great entertainment, great shopping, great clubbing and great vibes. I never had an issue there, no one ever bothered me in any way, shape or form. I've since moved to northern California but, can't wait to get back one day.
Thank you so much for another wonderful video. You had both of us in tears at the end. Such an important message-and it meant so much coming from you guys ❤
The first time I went to Playas Tijuana (2018) the wall was slightly less militarized and there was a small hole in it on the beach. There was a Mexican family walking near it. They had a little boy about 4 or 5 years old who suddenly ran from the family, through the hole and to the other side when he stood waving back at them for a few moments. The family laughed and then yelled out at him to come back and he darted back to them. After that I walked down the beach for about an hour with tears in my eyes. That small moment in time gave me a lot to think about. The wall at Playas Tijuana is a surreal experience and one that has never left me. Thank you for sharing about this often overlooked corner of the city.
Loved this video guys. We have been wanting to visit Tijuana for a while and now you showed us a few must see places not to miss 😬 Restaurante Caesar’s has been at the top of our list for a while. (Can we talk about the Quartz Hotel and Spa!! WOW!!) I especially loved the end of the video when you visited the border wall and your personal perspective on the area. Definitely needed to grab a tissue on this part of the video ❤️ Happy Travels and HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADAM 🥳
I forgot to mention Heidi and Adam when I had surgery two years ago, and yes, I was quite popular with the hospital staff, my nurse was named Tijuana. Such a nice lady, when I returned home, every time my wife got slightly miffed at my constant silly demands, I would simply say, "Tijuana would never say that to me" LOL We still laugh about it today
Happy birthday Adam. Thanks for such an eye opening view of TJ. Your emotions are contagious, you teared me up. So looking forward to your next destination. Next Sunday is Christmas where will you be? Peace and love to you, happiness and good health, cheers for 2023, hasta luego from Canada.
Aww 🥰 thanks for joining us! Next week we aren’t putting a video out but we are going to do a little live to pick the winner of the sailboat ⛵️ giveaway and also to spend time with our TH-cam family!
I have been looking forward to your visit to TJ. I'm from San Diego(Ocean Beach)and started going to TJ in the 50's with my Dad. He had friends with Green Cards that worked construction in San Diego. So for many years TJ was my go to place Intel the 70's when I left SD. I do visit TJ when I go to SD to visit my Mom. The last time was in 2010 and things had changed so much, I took the Trolley down and easily crossed for a great day spending time in all the places I went as a kid. Getting back took 2 hours. I will be heading down to Mexico for I hope 180 days starting in TJ to Puebla and finishing in TJ. Think you for you great videos, you have helped me plan my travels. I'm doing what you did on my way home, heading over to Baja. Cheers....
Nice work covering Tijuana! I live in San Diego and go down to TJ to live the other side that the city offers. Telefonica is an amazing place to eat and grab a delicious cervesa. Please go down to Valle de Guadalupe and enjoy this amazing wine growing region! I enjoy your channel, thank you for doing such a nice job.
That is one of the wonderful things that I love about traveling, that you get to realize that we all are the same, humans with emotions, needs, love and that all that stuff that media tells you is just a way to divide us thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings after visiting the border.
It's nice to see Tijuana through your experiences. I know it does have a bad reputation but it was great to see the things to see and do and hear your tips for the area. I appreciate how you balanced your experience but didn't skirt around the fact that along with the realities and positive elements that there can still be danger - Good balance.
Loved your video of Tj. You need more than a couple of days to be able to see that other Tijuana. So many breweries, restaurants you guys missed. Yes, Tijuana like any other big city in the world has it's share of crime. You just need to be aware of where to go to stay away from the bad areas. Thanx for being so honest and for sharing your experience in this town that reinvents itself over and over after every crisis it goes through.
Thank you for making this video, I've always said that Tijuana is such a unique city, it is multicultural since the we have people form all over Mexico and all over the world, our traditions are very Mexican but also binational with our proximity to the US. It is a very noble city, it embraces all and it gives them the opportunity for a better life. Beautiful city with beautiful people.
Thank you so much for show us (mexicans) that live in United States, the beautiful side of our country! I am from Ensenada living in Los Angeles for over 45 years and never being in that part of Tijuana you filmed! I know Tijuana just by passing by when I come and Go to Ensenada. I cried watching you guys talking about the wall and the separation of families ...so sad.. Again, thank you, and Happy Birthday, Adam!!
Another amazing video guys .. thank you so much for sharing your experiences in a really neat and beautiful area .. such good advice and tips too. I hope you both have a fantastic day
Thank you for making this video. I moved from California to Tijuana 5 years ago and I love this city. So much so that I consider this my home. Unfortunately, Zona Norte has remained the "party zone" but it's essentially a red light district. In my opinion, this is not Tijuana and it's unfortunate that it's so close to the border and that the majority of tourists see this first. Tijuana also has been dragged down by the border policies on the other side but it's a city that is booming on all aspects. Another side of town is Zona Rio which offers the best restaurants in town in my opinion. Hipódromo also has a lot to offer so I hope you both come down here again!
This is the very best video about getting to know the real Tijuana. I'm so proud pf you for sharing with us the many sadnesses of the border fence. US Immigration and Border Patrol closed Friendship Park three years ago. It was heartbreaking to witness. One of the coolest things that we used do there was Binational Yoga. Half the class was in Mexico, the other half in Friendship park, on the US side. It was really hard to not cry at the sight of good people divided by a huge hulking fence. Also, every Sunday a priest said Mass in Friendship Park, and he served communion THROUGH the fence to the grateful hands of the Tijuana congregation. I thought about the true meaning of christianity and compassion, and this was so beautiful to witness. A priest on the Tijuana side of the fence gave communion to congregants on the US side of the border. At Christmas, we'd hold a binational Christmas Posada or ceremonial walk, half the people in Mexico and half on the US side. We all carried candles and you can only imagine how moving this was. Thanks for your great work and the gifts of yourselves.
The end of your video about the wall and how that park is closed....it just made me get a knot in my throat....being an immigrant from Mexico in the US for 27 years......Why did humans create borders? The land should be free for us to go anywhere we wanted to, but no, we had to create borders, separation, etc.....have you guys watched "La Belle verte"? It's a beautiful movie about people from another planet with a higher level of consciousness. I know the movie was banned in many countries (apparently because the elite does not want us to be awake) but it's a great movie and I just happened to remember it thinking about the border........I am not sure how to find it because the only link i have is on Facebook and it's only subtitled in Spanish but I think you guys would love to watch it on your down times.....saludos!
Across the blvd. from the big cultural museum was the Commercial Mexican where I used to shop for groceries. This was a lifesaver for me as a young, single parent in San Diego....it allowed me and other moms to stretch our money further...
You’re both delightful. I appreciate your uplifting guidance about Tijuana! And I am a permanent resident of Mexico yet other than the dentist haven’t spent much time in TJ. You’re both such nice people it’s so authentic.
I Remember when Anthony Bourdain visited Tijuana traveling all the way to Ensenada through the amazing scenic route ovelooking the ocean, exploring on the way the rich and diverse food, great hiden gems from fine cuissime to the local taco stands. Tijuana is also apealing for its great inexpensive medical tourism. The inmense Lincoln monument in the city, rivaling the omes in D.C. would have given you goosebumps of pride, made by a Mexican sculptor and donated by then president Reagan when he viited the city. Don't miss the beatiful and classy Valle de Guadalupe with world class, trendy restaurants and wineries, Encanto restaurant, Puerto Nuevo, the city of Ensenada and la bufadora..uff, so much to explore!!
I love how the video turned out guys. anyone visiting (even for the day) can really plan their time out (even if it includes a bbl) 😆 Happy birthday again Adam!! here's to many more years. love you guys ! ❤️
Good morning & Happy Birthday to Adam! Everything there looks amazing! I’m always so hungry and want to go shopping after watching your videos! So cool how the artist painted your shirt on the spot - doesn’t get cooler than that! The restaurant turned museum looks incredible! Thanks for sharing!
Loved watching this video! I have many family members who live in Tijuana, and honestly, I even doubt they know of many of these places that you shared!? 🤔 will have to ask them. And man, the ending got me choked up. It's definitely sad, but learning lessons as well.
Best video that I've ever seen on Tijuana. Since I live there part-time, I really appreciate the positives and mentioning those things to be careful about.Overall, there's amazing things to experience there which you showcased. Thanks
Nice video. You guys are so beautiful. It is so important for people to go to Playa Tijuana - and see that wall. Heartbreaking. I always go to TJ to travel from US to where I live in Mexico. I had no idea some of these places existed so THANK YOU FOR THAT!!!
Hey Friends! Loved how the video came out and I can not wait to meet up and talk for hours again. You really did Tijuana justice with this video. Happy birthday again Adam lol.
Thank you guys for sharing another great video. Glad you showed the other side, I think the main strip would be way to busy for me. Also a belated Happy Birthday Adam....maybe you could set up a go fund campaign for the BBL?🤣. Wishing you both a wonderful Christmas & Happy New Year & of course looking forward to many more great videos in 2023.X
I'm a proud Tijuanense, and halfway through the video I hit the like ans suscribe button. Thanks for shedding light to the other Tijuana. Three things you missed: birria tacos, Xolos and Caliente Casino (dog racetrack)
Hi guys I’ve spoken to you before. Happy birthday Adam. I absolutely love Tijuana . I’m originally from New York City, but moved to San Diego 8 1/2 years ago with my husband and two boys. We have gone down to Tijuana for the day many times. Sometimes we’ve gone to Volunteer in an orphanage and other times, we have gone down to eat, shop and check out the sights. I would say the food seen rivals any world class city. They don’t just have Mexican food they have a whole host of different types of food that are done so well. There are chefs that are creative and daring. they have some wonderful fusion restaurants. I miss going down there. We park our car on the San Diego side and just walk across. However coming back in takes hours and hubby wants to wait till we can get a global sentri pass I forget what it’s called.. This allows for a quicker border crossing. Wishing you happy holidays. By the way where do you spend holidays do you stay in Mexico or do you go home and then come back?
I’ve only been there once. We drove down from LA and explored the less touristy areas and ate such delicious food. Chirimoya is sooo good when you get them just perfectly ripe (but really expensive in the states). In Chile you pour fresh squeezed orange juice over them and eat them like that 😋
@@TheCountryCollectorsTo me, it’s like a mixture of pineapple and banana with a hint of kiwi and a kind of custardy texture. You have them right when they’re ripe though. I would have someone pick one out for you. 🤤 P.S. Got choked up too when you were talking about the wall. 🥺 It’s heartbreaking, and I feel it even more intensely now as I spend more time exploring beautiful Mexico. I just got excited about the chirimoya and commented before finishing the video 😅
😂😂😂 omg now I understand why he is so funny he is a Sag! Happy belated birthday! 🎉 😂 yes BBL’s are very popular now. Thank you for sharing this side of TJ! Would love to visit one day!
This is an insightful excellent video which truly opened my mind and heart 💜 to Tijuana. The amount of art is inspiring! You are emissaries of hope as you have embodied the beauty of the Mexican people and culture in your travels. Thank you for documenting your experiences. Peace. ♥️
As always loved your video of TJ! My wife and I want to travel in Mexico. You guys have made it seem so lovely. We’ve learned so much! Thank you Heidi & Adam🙏🏻
Hay guys, thanks for the tour and tips. Been to TJ many times when I was younger. Actually I've been to just about every border town from cali- to AZ. I enjoy the interior the most . Keep pushing on... PEACE...
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Spent lots of time there since childhood...mostly with my family shopping for groceries and beef/tortillas/produce and we had a jeweler there too... Later as a young adult I also shopped in TJ for groceries and also we spent fun times there having dinner and going to Jai Ali games...
is that how you make a salad... iv been doing it all wrong lol thank you for traveling I would have never seen these spots
I want to congratulate you all and your trips in interior of Mexico like I want to do before I check out this world to my eternal home where my mansion on high will be like wanted to have here in us but I blew my money from navy so could never invest
In my mansion.i wanted to buy here in usa
I want to know approx how much it cost to tour interior of Mexico .mexico immigration gave me 180 day tourist visa but could not use it only in July.
I am in awe that city has all them sites
So my next 7;days and nights stay at either holiday inn or hotel nelson which manager told me year round day rate of $50 a night
“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness.” -Mark Twain. Very poignant/compassionate video, guys. You have become unofficial ambassadors for such a beautiful country! Take care and safe continued travels.
I love that quote. Thank you for sharing it with us all. ❤️
I've seen the zebras
I’m 60 years old now but when I was about 10, I took a picture on a zonkey! Now I need to go dig it up! My parents would take trips twice a month back in the 70s, we would buy a lot of products that were not available in California. We lived about two hours away from the border. I miss those days. Thank you for the wonderful reminders and video and especially for your kind hearts.❤ God bless you!
Thank you for your lovely words G. Roberts 💝
@@TheCountryCollectorsTake me with you, please! 😏
One of the reasons I like your videos is because you show local museums and art galleries, not many youtubers do that,
thanks 😉👍
Oh that’s awesome! Thank you!
This is MY HOMETOWN 💕 So emotional the way you described the Malecón and the meaningful Art in the wall in “Playas de Tijuana”. I just spent the holidays with my parents and sisters that live in Tijuana. The CECUT is totally worthy to visit. Thank you for sharing and showing the other side of my Tijuana 💘
Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Great video. Thank you for not leaving out the reality of danger. I think that the danger aspect is what makes people reluctant to visit Mexico; but you shared how best to avoid danger not only in Mexico, but in “all parts of the world.”. You definitely touched on the reality of nice and sincere people that do exist in Mexico, along with the nice parts of the city that deserve to be appreciated.
We are so glad to hear this. That’s what we hoped for!!
I'm so glad you guys got to see Friendship Park. Yes, it is everything you described and felt, and so much more. From the south, the culture pounds on the wall. From the north, no one stands in awe. Close your eyes, the boundary disappears. The food, the music, the culture, is so near.
This is incredibly beautiful thank you
Love you guys. We followed in your footsteps in Los Cabos and La Paz. We went in October 2021 and April 2022 by plane, but rented a vehicle to explore. Our bucket list has a road trip from Toronto to TJ and then south from there to everywhere in between. Your videos are so inspiring and you are both kind souls with a love of life and travel. You had me tearing up at the end, I can totally understand the emotions you must have been feeling at the wall. Mexico is so beautiful, the people, the food and its raw nature. You guys sharing your journey through this beautiful country with the you tube community is a blessing. Thank you, thank you!!!
Wow 🤩 thank you Kerry!! You’re so kind. We are happy to hear you are getting out there and enjoying the world! How amazing!
Its a beautiful country but lately the " food" has been upseting to my stomach....
@@davidlucasmachado2831 too much of a good thing never did anybody any good 😀😀
Bravo!
No todos los lugares de México son peligrosos sólo hay que saber donde ir en lo personal a mi nunca me a pasado nada malo, siempre hay lugares con mucho por conocer
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si estamos de acuerdo 👍
Just like the USA..I wouldnt wanna go on vacation in Detroit or dc
I'm so glad you discussed the boarder wall. Thank you.
Most are dangerous
Such a great review of Tijuana. I am taking my 12 year old daughter next week. I'm excited to show her the "other" side, the border wall, and some of the fun places, like the lucha libre museum, and get some delicious food too! Thanks for sharing your perspectives. I love how you are both so open hearted but not blind to the realities of one of the more dangerous cities in Mexico.
Wishing you a wonderful time with her!
Why is it dangerous? It's pretty much only folks involved in the drug trade who find trouble in Tijuana. Your average visitor almost never has any problems.
This was eye opening! While I love Mexico and plan to travel around the country more in the future, I never really thought I’d be interested in Tijuana, but now I want to visit for sure! Great job showcasing a misunderstood city and highlighting some must-see places.
We appreciate you!
I live in Tijuana and I learned more about my city from this video
Oh wonderful!
Again I really like how you show the main touristy areas but then also take us to some lesser visited areas. The market looks like so much fun especially that candy shop!
Thank you so much!
I love Tijuana ! Great tacos and nice restaurants. My favorite is Cabanna and Cubo. They also have great breweries. Plus the beaches are beautiful
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I didn't expect to get choked up. Thanks for this video guys.
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My wife and I loved your video. We love Tijuana and we have visited that city since 2013. Mexicans friend from CDMX living in LA. Keep it up the good work!
Thank you Tony!
You visits the most awesome places in Tijuana. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to know out beautiful city. I grow up here and is not like they say on the news. I’m glad you enjoy the city.
Hi! Aww thank you so much! That means a lot coming from you.
I just wanted to reach out and thank you both for opening my eyes to Mexico. I happened upon your videos of Jalisco while researching Puerto Vallarta for an upcoming trip. Since then I have been hooked on your vlogs and I am stunned at the natural beauty and truly kind people you have encountered. I am a Canadian, who knows a lot about other parts of the world but very little about Mexico. You have allowed me to see the beauty of this huge country and I am eager to get there to experience it myself! Thank you both for being so genuine and kind, and most of all informative. I look forward to all your future videos!
Aww that’s incredible! Thank you for sharing this with us!
When I was a kid my grandfather would take me with him to TJ and visit the dentist, and right after we would grab some tacos. Amazing memories. Thank you for showing the brighter side of the city. Thank you...but yes! Happy Birthday brother! Salute!
Aww what beautiful memories! Thank you so much for sharing this with us.
Y'all are my favorites!! I have travelled Mexico all my life, but I love seeing it through your eyes. I appreciate the compassion, the love, and the respect with which you treat every place you travel too. Thank you, thank you, and thank you! You are much appreciated... You should come with me to my pueblo and experience pueblo life... I'm going to Jalisco in January for the annual fiestas...
Wow thanks Daniel!!
Gran final del video, eso es lo que necesita conocer la gente de los Estados Unidos que está a favor del muro, que somos más los mexicanos buenos que los malos y que además hemos contribuido quieran o no, a la grandeza norteamericana.
Saludos mis youtubers favoritos, feliz cumpleaños Adam!!!
Desde la CDMX La gran Tenochtitlan!!!
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This another very beautiful and very impressive mexican city! and what's also very impressive: it is even literally within a walking distance from San Diego!
thank you 🙏 for joining us!
Beautiful ??? 🤣🤣
Also, You two have both fully woken up my old dream about moving back to Mexico. You remind us to LIVE!!!🌴🌴🌴
👍 that’s wonderful to hear!
Thanks for sharing this great story, it made me little homesick, I used to live in Tijuana, I've been there for about 9 years and never got any incident, I found it one of the most interesting places to live over all Mexico for several reasons, yes the wall definitely make you to think in several things, thanks for sharing, I definitely miss all that great food and people, if someday you come to Europe please let me know🤗
Thanks for sharing this with us!
Great video! You guys almost had me in tears. My mother just came back from visiting family in the southern pacific coast & always comes back emotional. HAPPY BIRTHDAY "PAPI" 😃 & safe travels.
Aww 🥰 thanks for joining us!!
My husband and I grew up in SD and we have traveled to Tijuana, Ensenada and Rosarito throughout our lifetime. We used to go to TJ with my husband's Abuela and Tia's all the time. We love it. Be smart, be safe and aware no matter where you travel, always. Thanks for hitting up TJ , always over looked.
😊 oh that is wonderful! Great memories!
🎉 ¡Feliz cumpleaños, Adam! muchas gracias por ser tu!
¡Tú también, Heidi!
los adoro a los dos!
Awww 🥰
Thanks for continuing sharing your experiences in my beautiful Mexico. Stay safe!
Thank you
Sweet 💕
Thank you again for a great overview of your time in Tijuana guys. Take care.
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I love Tijuana. I'm an American and when I lived in the OC I'd go to Tijuana here and there on day trips. It was very classy, very exciting, very clean, great restaurants, great entertainment, great shopping, great clubbing and great vibes. I never had an issue there, no one ever bothered me in any way, shape or form. I've since moved to northern California but, can't wait to get back one day.
Thanks for sharing this!
Thank you, guys, for showing something positive about our city. God bless you.
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A little different start, but still one of the best b-roll shots of all the traveling channels. Simply a master class.
Thank you!
Thanks for all of your thoughtful videos!
Thank you so much for another wonderful video. You had both of us in tears at the end. Such an important message-and it meant so much coming from you guys ❤
Aww 🥰
The first time I went to Playas Tijuana (2018) the wall was slightly less militarized and there was a small hole in it on the beach. There was a Mexican family walking near it. They had a little boy about 4 or 5 years old who suddenly ran from the family, through the hole and to the other side when he stood waving back at them for a few moments. The family laughed and then yelled out at him to come back and he darted back to them. After that I walked down the beach for about an hour with tears in my eyes. That small moment in time gave me a lot to think about. The wall at Playas Tijuana is a surreal experience and one that has never left me. Thank you for sharing about this often overlooked corner of the city.
Thank you so much for sharing this with us John.
The wall makes me cry and if I let it, angry. That monstrosity cuts right through the center of family.
Loved this video guys. We have been wanting to visit Tijuana for a while and now you showed us a few must see places not to miss 😬 Restaurante Caesar’s has been at the top of our list for a while.
(Can we talk about the Quartz Hotel and Spa!! WOW!!) I especially loved the end of the video when you visited the border wall and your personal perspective on the area. Definitely needed to grab a tissue on this part of the video ❤️ Happy Travels and HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADAM 🥳
Thanks so much for joining us!! We are happy we could bring our experiences to life!
It so nice to step off the beaten path and experience the less touristy areas … looks like you found a cool area with your friends
Yeah it was quite different and much more appealing to us.
I look forward to watching your videos every week, safe travels and happy birthday.
Thanks 🙏
I forgot to mention Heidi and Adam when I had surgery two years ago, and yes, I was quite popular with the hospital staff, my nurse was named Tijuana. Such a nice lady, when I returned home, every time my wife got slightly miffed at my constant silly demands, I would simply say, "Tijuana would never say that to me" LOL We still laugh about it today
Haha 😂 that’s funny!!
Happy birthday Adam. Thanks for such an eye opening view of TJ. Your emotions are contagious, you teared me up. So looking forward to your next destination. Next Sunday is Christmas where will you be? Peace and love to you, happiness and good health, cheers for 2023, hasta luego from Canada.
Aww 🥰 thanks for joining us! Next week we aren’t putting a video out but we are going to do a little live to pick the winner of the sailboat ⛵️ giveaway and also to spend time with our TH-cam family!
But after that Ensenada!
@@TheCountryCollectors Hooray for another live :) We are super excited to be in PV and joining you live next Sunday.
I have been looking forward to your visit to TJ. I'm from San Diego(Ocean Beach)and started going to TJ in the 50's with my Dad. He had friends with Green Cards that worked construction in San Diego. So for many years TJ was my go to place Intel the 70's when I left SD. I do visit TJ when I go to SD to visit my Mom. The last time was in 2010 and things had changed so much, I took the Trolley down and easily crossed for a great day spending time in all the places I went as a kid. Getting back took 2 hours. I will be heading down to Mexico for I hope 180 days starting in TJ to Puebla and finishing in TJ. Think you for you great videos, you have helped me plan my travels. I'm doing what you did on my way home, heading over to Baja. Cheers....
Hi Allen! Oh I can only imagine how much it has changed since then. Thanks for sharing and safe travels to you!
Hey guys, great video as always, happy birthday Adam, with many more to come
Thank you so much
Nice work covering Tijuana! I live in San Diego and go down to TJ to live the other side that the city offers. Telefonica is an amazing place to eat and grab a delicious cervesa. Please go down to Valle de Guadalupe and enjoy this amazing wine growing region! I enjoy your channel, thank you for doing such a nice job.
We appreciate you! Yes we are going there for sure!
That is one of the wonderful things that I love about traveling, that you get to realize that we all are the same, humans with emotions, needs, love and that all that stuff that media tells you is just a way to divide us thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings after visiting the border.
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It's nice to see Tijuana through your experiences. I know it does have a bad reputation but it was great to see the things to see and do and hear your tips for the area. I appreciate how you balanced your experience but didn't skirt around the fact that along with the realities and positive elements that there can still be danger - Good balance.
Yes 👍 it wouldn’t be responsible to leave that out! Thank you so much for watching!
Loved your video of Tj. You need more than a couple of days to be able to see that other Tijuana. So many breweries, restaurants you guys missed.
Yes, Tijuana like any other big city in the world has it's share of crime. You just need to be aware of where to go to stay away from the bad areas.
Thanx for being so honest and for sharing your experience in this town that reinvents itself over and over after every crisis it goes through.
Thank you so much. It’s a very interesting city for sure! Can’t wait to go back and experience it all! Best Caesar salad I ever had!
Thanks for sharing all of this with us and for sharing your true emotions. Happy birthday Adam!
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Happy Birthday Adam!! Thank you so much for all your videos. I really appreciate your open hearts! You are both amazing people!
Thanks 🙏 Tina
Both of you simply have beautiful souls. Simple as that.
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Agree 100%
Thank you for making this video, I've always said that Tijuana is such a unique city, it is multicultural since the we have people form all over Mexico and all over the world, our traditions are very Mexican but also binational with our proximity to the US. It is a very noble city, it embraces all and it gives them the opportunity for a better life. Beautiful city with beautiful people.
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What an awesome video guys! Not me crying at the end 🥺… 👏🏼👏🏼 thank you for sharing 🫶🏼
Aww 🥰 thanks for watching!!
Thank you so much for show us (mexicans) that live in United States, the beautiful side of our country! I am from Ensenada living in Los Angeles for over 45 years and never being in that part of Tijuana you filmed! I know Tijuana just by passing by when I come and Go to Ensenada.
I cried watching you guys talking about the wall and the separation of families ...so sad..
Again, thank you, and Happy Birthday, Adam!!
Thank you for joining us. We appreciate you!
You guys are awesome!!!! More happy travels to the both of you!
Thank you Ron
Another amazing video guys .. thank you so much for sharing your experiences in a really neat and beautiful area .. such good advice and tips too. I hope you both have a fantastic day
Thanks as always!! You’re awesome 👏
Such a cool way to show how it isn’t as bad as reputations say.
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Thank's for sharing your experience about my city ! Amazzing video !!! Blessings for both of you ... ❤❤
Thank you
Thank you for making this video. I moved from California to Tijuana 5 years ago and I love this city. So much so that I consider this my home. Unfortunately, Zona Norte has remained the "party zone" but it's essentially a red light district. In my opinion, this is not Tijuana and it's unfortunate that it's so close to the border and that the majority of tourists see this first. Tijuana also has been dragged down by the border policies on the other side but it's a city that is booming on all aspects. Another side of town is Zona Rio which offers the best restaurants in town in my opinion. Hipódromo also has a lot to offer so I hope you both come down here again!
Thanks for sharing and watching!
This is the very best video about getting to know the real Tijuana. I'm so proud pf you for sharing with us the many sadnesses of the border fence. US Immigration and Border Patrol closed Friendship Park three years ago. It was heartbreaking to witness. One of the coolest things that we used do there was Binational Yoga. Half the class was in Mexico, the other half in Friendship park, on the US side. It was really hard to not cry at the sight of good people divided by a huge hulking fence. Also, every Sunday a priest said Mass in Friendship Park, and he served communion THROUGH the fence to the grateful hands of the Tijuana congregation. I thought about the true meaning of christianity and compassion, and this was so beautiful to witness. A priest on the Tijuana side of the fence gave communion to congregants on the US side of the border. At Christmas, we'd hold a binational Christmas Posada or ceremonial walk, half the people in Mexico and half on the US side. We all carried candles and you can only imagine how moving this was. Thanks for your great work and the gifts of yourselves.
Wow thank you for sharing this. Our hopes are that it will open again.
Wishing you a blessed and happy holiday season! love your love for each other! Peace, Richard & Cathy
Thank you so much same to you!
Woah I did not see your contribution before!! You’re incredible. Thank you so much! Wow!
The end of your video about the wall and how that park is closed....it just made me get a knot in my throat....being an immigrant from Mexico in the US for 27 years......Why did humans create borders? The land should be free for us to go anywhere we wanted to, but no, we had to create borders, separation, etc.....have you guys watched "La Belle verte"? It's a beautiful movie about people from another planet with a higher level of consciousness. I know the movie was banned in many countries (apparently because the elite does not want us to be awake) but it's a great movie and I just happened to remember it thinking about the border........I am not sure how to find it because the only link i have is on Facebook and it's only subtitled in Spanish but I think you guys would love to watch it on your down times.....saludos!
Thank you 🙏 for sharing! Will check it out.
Across the blvd. from the big cultural museum was the Commercial Mexican where I used to shop for groceries. This was a lifesaver for me as a young, single parent in San Diego....it allowed me and other moms to stretch our money further...
That’s wonderful
I had the greatest time in my life in Tijuana, Mexico (early 1990s). 😊
Nice!!
Felicidades amigos, como siempre excelente trabajo!!
Gracias 🙏
We need more humans like you both love what your doing love you guys God bless you both and ur family ❤❤❤❤
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You’re both delightful. I appreciate your uplifting guidance about Tijuana! And I am a permanent resident of Mexico yet other than the dentist haven’t spent much time in TJ. You’re both such nice people it’s so authentic.
Where are you living? Thank you!!
I Remember when Anthony Bourdain visited Tijuana traveling all the way to Ensenada through the amazing scenic route ovelooking the ocean, exploring on the way the rich and diverse food, great hiden gems from fine cuissime to the local taco stands. Tijuana is also apealing for its great inexpensive medical tourism. The inmense Lincoln monument in the city, rivaling the omes in D.C. would have given you goosebumps of pride, made by a Mexican sculptor and donated by then president Reagan when he viited the city. Don't miss the beatiful and classy Valle de Guadalupe with world class, trendy restaurants and wineries, Encanto restaurant, Puerto Nuevo, the city of Ensenada and la bufadora..uff, so much to explore!!
Thank you!! Yes this region is great!
Love your channel! I admire the Love and respect you have for the people and cities that you visit. Thank you for sharing your experience!
❤️🇲🇽 thanks for being here!
I love how the video turned out guys. anyone visiting (even for the day) can really plan their time out (even if it includes a bbl) 😆 Happy birthday again Adam!! here's to many more years. love you guys ! ❤️
Haha 😂 even a BBL
love this video, you guys are such a adorable couple .have watched a few of your video's . love them all.
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I am loving all the history. I never knew that about TJ.
Pretty neat stuff!
This is one of the best or best video I seen on Tijuana ! 💯 I go there weekly and I didn’t even know about the quartz hotel.
Oh wow thanks! It’s so nice!
Good morning & Happy Birthday to Adam! Everything there looks amazing! I’m always so hungry and want to go shopping after watching your videos!
So cool how the artist painted your shirt on the spot - doesn’t get cooler than that!
The restaurant turned museum looks incredible!
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for joining us here in Tijuana Kelly! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season.
Thank you for showing the beautiful parts of my city! 💜 You guys are so sweet and amazing!
Our pleasure!
Loved watching this video! I have many family members who live in Tijuana, and honestly, I even doubt they know of many of these places that you shared!? 🤔 will have to ask them. And man, the ending got me choked up. It's definitely sad, but learning lessons as well.
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Well done, thank you!!! Happy belated 🎉Adam, & Happy Holidays to both of you ❤️
Thank you so much. Same to you!
Another great video. Back in the day, Rosarito, Ensenada and Tijuana was the place to be on Labor day and Memorial day weekends
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“The park” does look amazing .. such a variety of food options … what an experience
It’s so nice!
I teared up too! Viva Mexico 🎉
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Best video that I've ever seen on Tijuana. Since I live there part-time, I really appreciate the positives and mentioning those things to be careful about.Overall, there's amazing things to experience there which you showcased. Thanks
Thanks so much Dave!
Nice video. You guys are so beautiful. It is so important for people to go to Playa Tijuana - and see that wall. Heartbreaking. I always go to TJ to travel from US to where I live in Mexico. I had no idea some of these places existed so THANK YOU FOR THAT!!!
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Hey Friends! Loved how the video came out and I can not wait to meet up and talk for hours again. You really did Tijuana justice with this video. Happy birthday again Adam lol.
Thank you so much for sharing your side of it with us! It would not have been the same without you!
I know I have always just heard negative things about Tijuana so I am excited to see what you guys find. I know it is going to be good.
We hope you enjoy it!
Happy Birthday Adam!!!
We love you!!
Thank you for the G rated view of TJ.....
Thank you Tim!
Tijuana is on our list for next trip to Mexico 🇲🇽 ❤
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I am so very impressed by your videos and the presentation, going to all new places is so nice with you guys.
We appreciate you!
I love Caesar Salads looks like I need to make a trip to Tijuana.
You should!
One of the few places you’ve traveled I’ve never been to! Thanks for the video!
Thank you
Thank you guys for sharing another great video. Glad you showed the other side, I think the main strip would be way to busy for me. Also a belated Happy Birthday Adam....maybe you could set up a go fund campaign for the BBL?🤣. Wishing you both a wonderful Christmas & Happy New Year & of course looking forward to many more great videos in 2023.X
Haha 😂 you’re hilarious! Thanks for watching and wishing the same to you!
I highly recommend the Cherimoya fruit. Also known as Apple Custard.
Thanks Dan!
I'm a proud Tijuanense, and halfway through the video I hit the like ans suscribe button. Thanks for shedding light to the other Tijuana. Three things you missed: birria tacos, Xolos and Caliente Casino (dog racetrack)
Thanks! Oh yes we enjoyed birria!
Good morning! Happy Birthday Adam. Cheers! Thank you so kindly for sharing this wonderful video with us. Merry Christmas to you both ❤️
Hi Dale! Thank you for sharing your time with us!
Hi guys I’ve spoken to you before. Happy birthday Adam. I absolutely love Tijuana . I’m originally from New York City, but moved to San Diego 8 1/2 years ago with my husband and two boys. We have gone down to Tijuana for the day many times. Sometimes we’ve gone to Volunteer in an orphanage and other times, we have gone down to eat, shop and check out the sights. I would say the food seen rivals any world class city. They don’t just have Mexican food they have a whole host of different types of food that are done so well. There are chefs that are creative and daring. they have some wonderful fusion restaurants. I miss going down there. We park our car on the San Diego side and just walk across. However coming back in takes hours and hubby wants to wait till we can get a global sentri pass I forget what it’s called.. This allows for a quicker border crossing. Wishing you happy holidays. By the way where do you spend holidays do you stay in Mexico or do you go home and then come back?
Hi Melissa! Thank you! You too! We spend them here mostly but have gone home too.
I’ve only been there once. We drove down from LA and explored the less touristy areas and ate such delicious food. Chirimoya is sooo good when you get them just perfectly ripe (but really expensive in the states). In Chile you pour fresh squeezed orange juice over them and eat them like that 😋
Ooo wow what do they taste like? I’m going to have to try them!
@@TheCountryCollectorsTo me, it’s like a mixture of pineapple and banana with a hint of kiwi and a kind of custardy texture. You have them right when they’re ripe though. I would have someone pick one out for you. 🤤
P.S. Got choked up too when you were talking about the wall. 🥺 It’s heartbreaking, and I feel it even more intensely now as I spend more time exploring beautiful Mexico. I just got excited about the chirimoya and commented before finishing the video 😅
What a cool name/nickname you have 😍
😂😂😂 omg now I understand why he is so funny he is a Sag! Happy belated birthday! 🎉 😂 yes BBL’s are very popular now. Thank you for sharing this side of TJ! Would love to visit one day!
Haha 😂 he’s a hoot!
Morning from San Diego 3 miles away from tijuana was waiting for this one
Good morning!
First time watching one of your videos... What an awesome couple! 😎
Thank you so much!
This is an insightful excellent video which truly opened my mind and heart 💜 to Tijuana. The amount of art is inspiring! You are emissaries of hope as you have embodied the beauty of the Mexican people and culture in your travels. Thank you for documenting your experiences. Peace. ♥️
Wow thank you so much!
It's always a good morning with you two!
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As always loved your video of TJ! My wife and I want to travel in Mexico. You guys have made it seem so lovely. We’ve learned so much! Thank you Heidi & Adam🙏🏻
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Hello, Country Collectors, I born in Guadalajar, but I live in Modesto CA, just I want to say, keep enjoying your trip!!! God bless you guys 🙌🙌
Hi Cris! Thank you so much!
@@TheCountryCollectors thanks!!! Viva Mexico!! 🇲🇽🇲🇽👍
I recommend Plaza Alameda Otay is really nice and the food court is amazing. They have a theater shops, restaurants casino they just open the casino.
Thank you
Hay guys, thanks for the tour and tips. Been to TJ many times when I was younger. Actually I've been to just about every border town from cali- to AZ. I enjoy the interior the most . Keep pushing on... PEACE...
We appreciate u