Official Rosarito Thread
12-06-2011
, 02:00 PM
12-06-2011
, 02:14 PM
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I don't claim 100% accuracy, as some of this is hearsay, but here is much of what I've learned since I arrived or on this thread:
Rent
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If you want a really cheap place, you better be near fluent in Spanish, or find someone who is that is willing to translate for you. Otherwise, I would suggest splitting a really nice beachfront place with one of the current residents, or using a reliable realtor such as Miguel. Many of the places I looked at appeared to be having major remodeling done (or appeared to almost be under construction), were dirty and dingy, were rather remote (can't walk to blvd. and didn't have many markets/restaurants/businesses nearby) and just didn't seem like what I was looking for. One of my main cost concerns wasn't just the rent (although that is important), but also total move in cost. I moved in for 4600 pesos (2600 first mo, 2000 deposit) or about $350, which is a big difference from $1200-1500 when on a budget. However, if you're a balla, live like a balla, I don't begrudge you a bit.
Utilities
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Internet- I went with TelNor as that is the most reliable according to most. It's been great so far, only real lag is sometimes when switching being tables and main PS lobby there is a couple/few seconds it takes to update lobby. I have the middle plan, but not on more than 6 tables at once.
Electric- Was told that electricity is quite a bit cheaper a bit off the main blvd. than on it, but not sure why this would be, and haven't gotten a bill yet.
Water- Was told that Mexicans are very frugal with water, because if you go over the baseline amount, the cost rises dramatically.
Gas- There is a large, but portable, gas tank that heats my hot water tank (and could heat gas range if I got one). They drive around every day and can get it filled quickly. I let the owner deal with that, since he needs his tank filled also, and just pay him.
General- If you have an ATM card with your name on it, from a Mexican bank, you are supposed to be able to pay many/all of your utilities at places like Oxxo. I think they have to scan the bill though, so bring it with you.
Food
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Sure, if you eat out three times a day at nice places, you can spend a small fortune on food, but there's no need to do so. Where I live, at least, you can find cheap produce, such as actual real bananas, oranges, plums, apples, cantaloupe, avocados, etc. Fast food for me is when I have a 5 minute break from tourneys, and can walk to get adobada tacos (6 pesos each) and avocado(s)... you could get 3 tacos and an avocado for 2 bucks or less. You can also get two whole roast chickens, with beans (and rice too at one of the places), tortillas, and salsa for 140 pesos or less. I got 3-4 big meals out of that, and that was leaving most of the dark meat for the local cats. I guess an egg costs one peso... you do the math.
Transportation
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Taxis are 30 pesos (40 after 10 PM?), but there are mini-vans or shuttle-like vans for 11 pesos from my neighborhood to the blvd (all the way to north end of town). I can walk to the south end of the blvd. and often do when I go there during daylight hours. I think a taxi a better option after dark.
Other
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The people are friendly, esp. once you are known to be living here and local, and are courteous and friendly back. There are excpetions, but the only person to flat out stiff me since I arrived was a gringo (not a poker player). If on the south end of the blvd., you meet a middle aged guy with a glass eye and a Brooklyn accent, do not send him in with a couple of bucks for a pack of smokes while you're on the phone.
There is a lot of "riff-raff" here, but even in an authentic neighborhood, violence is not a major concern (less than it would be in many major US cities). You just have to use common sense. I was told summer is a time when more grifters gravitate to the area to prey on tourists (car theft, etc.). Also, the police are cracking down a lot heading into Xmas (drunk driving, traffic and parking violations, even jaywalking I was told). The main crime is going to be of the theft/robbery/burglary variety (a decent car will be a target).
Rent
------
If you want a really cheap place, you better be near fluent in Spanish, or find someone who is that is willing to translate for you. Otherwise, I would suggest splitting a really nice beachfront place with one of the current residents, or using a reliable realtor such as Miguel. Many of the places I looked at appeared to be having major remodeling done (or appeared to almost be under construction), were dirty and dingy, were rather remote (can't walk to blvd. and didn't have many markets/restaurants/businesses nearby) and just didn't seem like what I was looking for. One of my main cost concerns wasn't just the rent (although that is important), but also total move in cost. I moved in for 4600 pesos (2600 first mo, 2000 deposit) or about $350, which is a big difference from $1200-1500 when on a budget. However, if you're a balla, live like a balla, I don't begrudge you a bit.
Utilities
-----------
Internet- I went with TelNor as that is the most reliable according to most. It's been great so far, only real lag is sometimes when switching being tables and main PS lobby there is a couple/few seconds it takes to update lobby. I have the middle plan, but not on more than 6 tables at once.
Electric- Was told that electricity is quite a bit cheaper a bit off the main blvd. than on it, but not sure why this would be, and haven't gotten a bill yet.
Water- Was told that Mexicans are very frugal with water, because if you go over the baseline amount, the cost rises dramatically.
Gas- There is a large, but portable, gas tank that heats my hot water tank (and could heat gas range if I got one). They drive around every day and can get it filled quickly. I let the owner deal with that, since he needs his tank filled also, and just pay him.
General- If you have an ATM card with your name on it, from a Mexican bank, you are supposed to be able to pay many/all of your utilities at places like Oxxo. I think they have to scan the bill though, so bring it with you.
Food
---------
Sure, if you eat out three times a day at nice places, you can spend a small fortune on food, but there's no need to do so. Where I live, at least, you can find cheap produce, such as actual real bananas, oranges, plums, apples, cantaloupe, avocados, etc. Fast food for me is when I have a 5 minute break from tourneys, and can walk to get adobada tacos (6 pesos each) and avocado(s)... you could get 3 tacos and an avocado for 2 bucks or less. You can also get two whole roast chickens, with beans (and rice too at one of the places), tortillas, and salsa for 140 pesos or less. I got 3-4 big meals out of that, and that was leaving most of the dark meat for the local cats. I guess an egg costs one peso... you do the math.
Transportation
-------------------
Taxis are 30 pesos (40 after 10 PM?), but there are mini-vans or shuttle-like vans for 11 pesos from my neighborhood to the blvd (all the way to north end of town). I can walk to the south end of the blvd. and often do when I go there during daylight hours. I think a taxi a better option after dark.
Other
---------
The people are friendly, esp. once you are known to be living here and local, and are courteous and friendly back. There are excpetions, but the only person to flat out stiff me since I arrived was a gringo (not a poker player). If on the south end of the blvd., you meet a middle aged guy with a glass eye and a Brooklyn accent, do not send him in with a couple of bucks for a pack of smokes while you're on the phone.
There is a lot of "riff-raff" here, but even in an authentic neighborhood, violence is not a major concern (less than it would be in many major US cities). You just have to use common sense. I was told summer is a time when more grifters gravitate to the area to prey on tourists (car theft, etc.). Also, the police are cracking down a lot heading into Xmas (drunk driving, traffic and parking violations, even jaywalking I was told). The main crime is going to be of the theft/robbery/burglary variety (a decent car will be a target).
Last edited by rook3poker; 12-06-2011 at 02:21 PM.
12-06-2011
, 02:59 PM
12-06-2011
, 03:02 PM
12-06-2011
, 03:16 PM
12-06-2011
, 05:34 PM
Hola amigos! I am all moved in in Rosarito, got the internet set up, enjoying it for sure. To anybody considering moving here with a gf, my girlfriend loves it here. We're just battling a language barrier but everything else is good.
Would love to meet up with whoever! We don't have our own private beach so if anybody wants to share that would be great. We appreciate any invites to do fun stuff. We're on a budget until I get Pokerstars and bank account set up so ease up on the "nit" accusations!
I have skype, cell phone, and home phone, just pm me for info/invites whatever! Appreciate ya.
One more thing, the condo right next to us is open, contact Miguel for info. It's pet friendly, amazing view, pretty nice. If a grinder moved in that'd be pretty cool.
Questions for anybody to answer:
Where to get tourista visa in Rosarito? Somehow went thru border without seeing where to get one.
Where to get fresh chicken and fish? I mean fresh, not supermarket stuff.
Aaand how about public beach access, and where to park for such endeavors?
Would love to meet up with whoever! We don't have our own private beach so if anybody wants to share that would be great. We appreciate any invites to do fun stuff. We're on a budget until I get Pokerstars and bank account set up so ease up on the "nit" accusations!
I have skype, cell phone, and home phone, just pm me for info/invites whatever! Appreciate ya.One more thing, the condo right next to us is open, contact Miguel for info. It's pet friendly, amazing view, pretty nice. If a grinder moved in that'd be pretty cool.
Questions for anybody to answer:
Where to get tourista visa in Rosarito? Somehow went thru border without seeing where to get one.
Where to get fresh chicken and fish? I mean fresh, not supermarket stuff.
Aaand how about public beach access, and where to park for such endeavors?
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12-07-2011
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12-08-2011
, 12:02 AM
12-08-2011
, 12:43 AM
12-08-2011
, 11:21 AM
eating tacos
consuming bananas
arguing with Telnor about various problems
Does anyone know what's up with Western Union here? I have received cashout once before in US, and was no problem. This time I received the details by email on Friday. I go to Banamex on Monday and the teller tells me it's not in the system, but should be later in the day (how does she know this?). A friend tells me they may be making sure I'm not on AMW before they release funds (we're talking about less than a grand here). I go back Tuesday and they say it's not in they system. So what's the deal??
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12-08-2011
, 11:36 AM
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, 11:55 AM
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, 11:58 AM