Went to Ensenada for the start of the Baja 1000 in 2007. For off-roaders, it’s a mecca of sorts, being the traditional starting point for the Baja 1000 and 500 races. Their festival the day before for the technical inspections of the vehicles is a sight to see. They also proudly hang the largest Mexican flag ever … about two city blocks big … over downtown.

The view from the beach is pretty, but nothing else is. Unless you’re an off-roader, I would go to a resort town. Ensenada isn’t anything special in my opinion.