HEADING ABROAD FOR THE HOLIDAYS? APPLY FOR YOUR PASSPORT NOW
Source: County of San Diego’s News ServiceNovember 16, 2014 (San Diego)--If you’re planning to travel out of the country over the holidays, now is the time to apply for your passport book or card, the...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: LA MISION EQUESTRIANS - MORE ABOUT HORSES IN BAJA
By Susan A MahalickOctober 21, 2014 (Baja, Mexico)--In my previous article about Black Cross Winery and the Pretty Horses Ranch, I touched on how important both wine and horses are in this part of...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: BLACK CROSS WINERY IN ROSARITO AND PRETTY HORSES RESCUE
By Susan A. MahalickSeptember 6, 2014 (Baja, Mexico)--Nestled up in the golden hills is a winery that is the vision of another one of our women winemakers here in Baja. The location of this venue was...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: SPLASH, BEST OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT AND SPORTS BAR
By Susan A. MahalickAugust 5, 2014 (Baja, Mexico) - Want to be outside, see waves splash up onto volcanic rocks, watch dolphins swim by and sea birds perch everywhere? Add to this some of the finest...
View ArticleVIVIAN BLACKSTONE - A REMARKABLE WOMAN
Former Campo artist now creating film on cofounder of Rancho La PuertaBy Mimi PollackOn July 24th, 2014, my good friend Vivian Blackstone will celebrate her 86th birthday. A woman in excellent health,...
View ArticleSATURDAYS AT THE RANCH: A DAY TO REJUVENATE YOUR SPIRIT
By Mimi PollackJuly 24, 2014 (Tecate)--Many of us lead hectic, stressful lives, so it is always healthy to find ways to unwind. Spending a week at a spa is one good way to relax and recharge, but not...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: POPOTLA FISHING VILLAGE - OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
By Susan A. MahalickJuly 10, 2014 (Baja) - Many have heard of Puerto Nuevo as a lobster village, an adventure in eating experiences. Few have the same pleasure of knowing of Popotla, Km 38, just south...
View ArticleTECATE'S RANCH CATS
By Mimi PollackJuly 3, 2014 (Tecate)--Gizmo is one of the official greeters at Rancho La Puerta, a spa in Tecate, Mexico, just over the border from San Diego’s East County. Deborah Szekely and her...
View ArticlePRESERVING THE PAST AT CENTRO CULTURAL AND KUMEYAAY MUSEUM IN TECATE
By Mimi PollackJuly 1, 2014 (Tecate)--There are only 70 to 80 people left in Baja California who speak Kumeyaay, according to Michael Wilken Robertson, an anthropologist who also specializes in...
View ArticleVACATION TIPS, CHECK-UP SERVICE FOR HOMEOWNERS AWAY
Source: San Diego SheriffJune 25, 2014 (San Diego)-- It's officially summer and finally time to take that vacation. You can make your break even more stress-free and sign up for vacation checks from...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: CAVA VINTANGO IN THE GUADALUPE VALLEY
By Susan A. MahalickJune 11, 2014 (Baja California, Mexico)--Designed by Jo Ann Knox Martino, and situated in the eastern portion of the valley in the same area as Baron Balché in Porvenir,...
View ArticleA REJUVENATING WEEKEND AT THE HEALING WATERS & ARTS FESTIVAL
By Miriam RafteryJune 4, 2014 (Jacumba Hot Springs)—Slipping away to the high desert community of Jacumba Hot Springs proves a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.Not too long ago,...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: WHY MOVE TO BAJA?
By Susan MahalickMay 20, 2014 (Baja)--I am not retired, like so many people are down here, but I consider Baja to be my home, and have for eleven years now. I used to come down for long weekends when...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: 5TH ANNUAL ROSARITO ART FEST 2014 MAY 24 - 25
By Susan MahalickMay 9, 2014 (Baja California)--Art Fest started due to the vision of one man who wanted to promote the abundance of fine art in the northern Baja area. Organizer Benito del Aguila...
View ArticleNEW CABINS OPEN AT POTRERO COUNTY PARK THANKS TO GROUP HELPING CAMPERS WITH...
April 29, 2014 (Potrero) --For the first time, Potrero County Park is offering cabins to visitors who want to enjoy the natural beauty of San Diego County’s southeast region.County Parks and...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: VALLEY GIRL TOURS COME TO GUADALUPE VALLEY IN BAJA
By Susan A MahalickPhotos by Sitara Monica Perez and the authorApril 12, 2014 (Baja, Mexico)--Sitara Monica Perez, the woman with the lyrical name, arrived here almost two years ago to accomplish her...
View ArticleBAJA BLOG: MULE 61, AREA'S NEWEST CONCEPT RESTAURANT
New column! (If you would like to sponsor the Baja Blog, or any column on ECM, contact editor@eastcountymagazine.org)By Susan A MahalickPhotos by Sitara Monica PerezMarch 19, 2014 (Baja)--You walk...
View ArticleWEEKEND GETAWAYS: BARONA RESORT, LAKESIDE
By Miriam RafteryJanuary 15, 2014 (Lakeside) – If you’re looking for a place to getaway from the hustle and bustle of city living without traveling far away, consider a stay at one of San Diego...
View ArticleDON'T PACK A PEST IN YOUR LUGGAGE
December 23, 2013 (San Diego) – If you love California’s agricultural products — our fruits, nuts, veggies, chicken, eggs and pork chops — the County Agricuiltural Department has this reminder for...
View ArticleENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY CRUISE SHIPS
By Roy L HalesNovember 6, 2013 (San Diego) – Cruises are popular getaways, and many ships depart from Southern California. Only some cruise lines have better environmental records than others....
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