SAFETY IN LOS ALGODONES

Destinations for tourism in México like; the state of Baja California and especially Los Algodones are completely safe. You can rest assured knowing that this is an extremely safe place to travel for foreigners and locals. Baja California is very relaxed and friendly and is isolated from all drug cartel activities.

 

This quaint Mexican border town offers affordable prices with friendly locals that provide excellent service and is one of the foremost dental and medical tourism destinations in the world.

 

Baja has systems in place to assist people in choosing the best medical tourism option, and for expressing any follow-up concerns they might have.

 

Note: Most medications in México and in the United States are produced by the same pharmaceutical companies.

 

The Secretary of Interior (Secretaría de Gobernación, SEGOB) oversees federal police forces. They also oversee the Mexican Immigration Service (INAMI), whose officers have the right to detain suspected undocumented aliens. They have an office just across the border if you need a permit to travel further into México or you just want your passport stamped as a souvenir. There is no need for this if you are only going to a border town.

 

Border officials and Police in Los Algodones are very friendly to all visitors. The local economy relies on medical tourism, so to show their appreciation, the city spends money on  “Welcome Back Snowbirds” & “Goodbye Snowbirds”  parties with free food and drinks for everyone...But if for whatever reason you get in trouble, be aware that offering a bribe to a public official to avoid a ticket or other penalty is a crime. U.S. citizens are advised to cooperate with the police if stopped or questioned.

 

For the sake of caution, exercise common sense and remember some basic safe travel guidelines; stay in the main tourist areas, be a considerate traveler and keep your wits about you, visit in the daytime and cross back into the United States before late evening, follow the local and federal laws and....Enjoy a taste of “Border town México” that is colorful and fun and have a great time.