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Ferni1. What’s your relationship to Tijuana?
I was born and raised in San Diego, but I was never too far from this city. Most of my childhood memories include holidays here, where I would spend the entire evening lighting fireworks with my cousins. Now that I’ve been living in Tijuana, I love this city more than ever. 2. Any former traveling experience? By my senior year in high school I knew I wanted to travel. My first trip was to Argentina for 3 weeks. At 21, I went as an exchange student to Madrid. By 23 I had done two trips across Central and Southern Mexico. Recently, I came back from teaching one year in China. 3. What’s your favorite thing about Tijuana? I am a fervent supporter of the local football club, Los Xolos! I also love that Tijuana street food is finally getting the recognition it deserves. People still think they can find Mexican food as good north of the border – absurd! 4. Why are you part of Tijuana Walking Tour? I am passionate about this project because I want to show tourists what Tijuana has to offer. Tijuana has been misrepresented by media as this raunchy little town and I’d like to break this perception one visitor at a time. |
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Sylvia1. What's your relationship to Tijuana?
I was born in beautiful sunny San Diego but was raised in the border town of San Ysidro (I have a nice view of Tijuana from my home). Both my parents were born and raised in Tijuana and some of my best memories would be during the holidays when we would all get to together at my grandmother's house for pozole, menudo, tamales, fireworks, piñatas, presents, music, and of course my whooooole family. 2. Any former traveling Experience? It’s Mexican tradition for a girl to have a quinceañera when she is going to be fifteen years old, which is similar to a sweet sixteen. It’s a big party to celebrate her becoming a woman in the eyes of the community – I didn’t want that. Instead, my mom and I went on a 9 day cruise to some coastal areas in southern Mexico. We went to Culiacán, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, and Acapulco. 3. What's your favorite thing about Tijuana? My favorite thing about Tijuana is how energetic it is. There is always something new or exciting going on. You feel like dancing? Go to a club or a local event! You feel hungry? Have some tacos or go to a food garden! You feel like relaxing? Visit Playas (the beach) or have a beer at a local brewery! Just bored but feel like doing something? Take a walk around the hustle and bustle of the town or take a walk through a museum. You can't help but feel the vibrancy as soon as you take that first step into the city. 4. Why are you part of Tijuana Walking Tour? I grew up in a generation where being from Tijuana was something that could be frowned upon - some would even be embarrassed to say that they were from Tijuana. When I was younger I would ask my parents if they were sure they were born in TJ because I disliked having to tell my classmates. Now, I embrace the fact that most of my family is from Tijuana and I want to change the view this is not worth recognizing. It is just as amazing, dynamic and fun as any other Mexican city out there. |
Andrés1. What’s your relationship with Tijuana?
Born in San Diego but raised in Tijuana. I grew up around its chaotic and irregular streets. My family and closest friends are all there.And so, sometimes after a long day in the United States working and studying when I return to Tijuana, I feel like I am back home; it's Tijuana ́s beauty 2. Any former traveling experience? When I was 22, I made a two-week originally planned vacation trip to Mexico city but in a rush of craziness I ended up staying there for a year. During that time, I volunteered in a hostel, taught some Spanish and worked as a tour guide. I met a lot of travelers and got to know some parts of southern Mexico like Oaxaca. It was an awesome experience. 3. What’s your favorite thing about Tijuana? I think it has to be its nightlife. There is a sense of adventure because there are so many things to do. And everything is within reach, the famous tacos, the bars with cool music, the traditional cantinas, street art and tasty craft beer. There is a lot going on during the night and it's just a lot of fun. 4. Why are you part of Tijuana Walking Tour? I love showing others what Tijuana really is and not what is depicted in the media. I feel like the city deserves better recognition. I think that after visiting the city for a couple of hours people can see what they have been missing. I love helping people to understand the city, how it is evolving, and what opportunities lay there so they can enjoy. |