In this economy one not only needs time away, we need to make every buck count and not use a lot of it.
Our solution is a mini vacation down to Ensenada. Only a three hour trip from L.A. , it is well worth every penny if you know how and where to spend it.
Here's how:
First, I highly reccomend going down in a hybrid ( duh ). Even at today's ridiculous prices I can assure you it won't cost more than about $60.
Next, the place you pick to stay at is important. I suggest The Grand Baja resort in Puerto Nuevo. It's clean, the beds are really comfortable and the rates are really reasonable. During the off season w can get a "suite" for $89 a night. During the week the rates are as cheao $24.9! You'll be right in heart of Puerto Nuevo and walking distance from the center of town where you can get fabulous lobster, margies and beer.
Which leads me too Ortega's. They have the best tasting fresh lobster for less than $20. You get huge tails either steamed or fried ( Puerto Nuevo style )- the only drawback- no margies. They have plenty of beer though and you can easily go down the road to "The Palm" and get smashed. They have the best margies in town and their guacamole and the lobster bisque are to die for.
Not your typical taco stand. this is a restaurant with great food. Speaking of taco stands, the best one is right before you get to Ensenada in the little seaside town called El Suasal. It will be on the left side as you are headed south ( after the toll booth ). If you get to the traffic light you know you're close. it's the biggest one on this stretch of highway. Tacos are only 10 pesos ( $1 ) and you can have all the free roasted jalapenos, key limes, radishes and green onion ( the locals eat these while they are waiting for their food ). What a deal and it's delicious!!!
I'll have more for you when we return. Take some time off. You deserve it!
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