Getting Around Archives ⋆ The Voyageer

July 30, 2021

How to use the CBX (Updated for 2021)

Visiting Mexico, there are some changes that travelers must be aware of due to health screenings. This post will give you more information on how to streamline your path to the Tijuana airport through CBX, the Cross-Border Xpress bridge updated for 2021. You can also view my prior experience with CBX. The US-Mexico border has been more accessible than the US-Canada… [read more]

Getting Around/Mexico Comments: 2

December 18, 2018

Traveling in Style: Renting a Tesla through Turo

It all started when I entered a drawing- and WON! Drive a Tesla for a day! Ummm… yes, please? Booking my Tesla through Turo was smooth and convenient.

Getting Around/Product review Comments: 2

September 25, 2018

Real Talk: Eurotrip 2018 Freakout

Today I wanted to share a little behind the scenes moment. Even thought I’m a travel blogger, I wanted to show that planning stresses me out probably just as much as it stresses you out. The “big plan” is the fun part, but the small details become a lot to manage… it all kind of hit me yesterday and I… [read more]

Getting Around/Personal Comment: 1

November 14, 2017

Mexican Airlines Review: Aeromexico, Volaris, VivaAerobus

My regular readers will notice I am really on a Mexico kick. I’ve been to Mexico City, Tijuana, and Guanajuato all within one year! Today I’ll provide you with comparisons between the various Mexican airline companies so you can make an informed decision as you evaluate travel options. Our southern neighbor is close, inexpensive, full of life and great food. Whether… [read more]

Getting Around/Globetrotting/Mexico Comments: 15

November 3, 2017

A quick Cross Border Xpress update

I traveled with Doug and a couple of friends, and like we did last time we used the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) to fly from Tijuana to central Mexico. Just like last time, it was so easy. Perhaps easier than the first time since I knew what to expect.

Getting Around/Globetrotting/Mexico Comments: 0

September 8, 2017

Your Airport Survival Guide

Traveling is many things: it is excitement, adventure, for some traveling is work, for others it means being closer to loved ones. Whatever the reason you travel, one thing is certain: You will spend a great deal of time in airports. Unless you are one of the lucky few with access to first-class travel lounges and elite accommodations, most likely… [read more]

Getting Around/Globetrotting Comments: 8

March 15, 2017

7 Tips for Riding an Unfamiliar Metro (or Subway)

I’m from San Diego. We have a trolley but almost everybody drives everywhere. I grew up in Colorado, another car-based society. I am definitely not a mass transit native. The first time I rode the D.C. Metro during a family vacation at the age of 16 I was flabbergasted at how easy it was, and I felt so cosmopolitan riding the rails. I… [read more]

Getting Around/Tips for Traveling Comments: 7

January 23, 2017

Using the CBX to fly out of Tijuana

When my friends and I went to Mexico City in December, we used the new CBX “border terminal” that goes straight to the Tijuana airport from US soil. The bridge opened in December 2015 and I have used this many times, it’s very convenient and worth the cost. Many of my local San Diego friends encouraged me to write about my experience… [read more]

Getting Around/Mexico/San Diego Comments: 6