-Editorial As COVID-19 cases rise in the United States, many countries around the world have banned U.S. tourists to enter into their countries. More than 4.1 million people in the United States have been infected with the coronavirus and at least 146,200 have died, according to recent data. Several Presidential …
July, 2020
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24 July
GOVERNMENT OF BAJA CALIFORNIA WILL PROMOTE RESPONSIBLE ADVENTURE TOURISM: ESCOBEDO
“Live a Safe Adventure” is the campaign that seeks to generate an influx of visitors to enjoy nature with caution. TIJUANA, B.C.- To generate responsible tourism conditions, and collaborate with local touristic operators, the State Government will implement the “Live a Safe Adventure” campaign, reported Mario Escobedo, head of the …
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16 July
THE XXX WINE HARVEST FESTIVAL IS SUSPENDED
-Editorial In a press release dated July 15, 2020, from the city of Ensenada, Baja California, the ProVino of Baja Committee informed us about the suspension of the XXX Grape Harvest Festivities in Valle de Guadalupe, given that due to the health contingency caused by COVID-19, and they concern to …
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12 July
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS TOURISM COMMISSIONER URGES CONTINUED VIGILANCE IN COVID-19 BATTLE
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS. – U.S. Virgin Islands Commissioner of Tourism Joseph Boschulte is reminding Virgin Islanders and visitors to the Territory to continue complying with public health guidance to mitigate the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the Territory. Responding to international reports concerning a spike in cases in …
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6 July
Tourism in Baja California Suffers a Decline During July 4 Weekend
-Editorial The pandemic has impacted tourism around the world but Baja California is taking action to continue supporting the local economy. In normal times, thousands of tourists would travel to the beaches of Baja California to enjoy a relaxing weekend. This year things were different as tourism experienced a decline …
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5 July
Sonora Closed Its Border to Non-Essential Travel
-Editorial Mexican authorities in Sonora closed the U.S-Sonora border to nonessential travel this holiday weekend when Arizonans would normally travel to Mexican beach towns like Rocky Point and San Carlos to celebrate the Fourth of July. Starting Saturday, July 4, southbound travelers without the essential business in Sonora were turned …
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4 July
BAJA CALIFORNIA PREPARES WITH PREVENTIVE MEASURES FOR POSSIBLE VISITORS THIS JULY 4
The state prepares preventive measures before the possible massive arrival of visitors this July 4: Mario Escobedo, Secretary of Sustainable Economy. The head of the agency indicated that the intention is to protect the health of service providers and those who responsibly planned their visit. TIJUANA, B.C.- Given the possible …
June, 2020
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23 June
Rocky Point Reopens with COVID Safety Protocols
A popular vacation spot for many people in the region has reopened after being closed to tourists for three months due to COVID-19. Puerto Peñasco, also known as Rocky Point or Arizona’s Beach for its proximity to this state, is now welcoming tourists, but with many restrictions. “All we ask …
May, 2020
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31 May
THE BAJA CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT PREPARES THE “ROUTE OF THE SEA” TO REACTIVATE THE ECONOMY
The value chain of fishermen, aquaculturists, and coastal communities will be strengthened. The attraction will be the gastronomic, landscape, and climatic experience of the State’s coasts. ENSENADA, B.C.- With the aim of stimulating the economy in Baja California when the pandemic caused by COVID19 ends, the Government headed by Jaime …
April, 2020
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20 April
Border Travel Restrictions to Continue
-Editorial The travel restrictions due to COVID-19 will continue through the month of May, the Department of Homeland Security announced. Border travel restrictions at the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders have been extended 30 days. Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf tweeted that in close collaboration, the U.S., Mexico, …
