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Crossing South

Crossing South
Crossing South is a travel show that explores Tijuana and Northern Baja. Bilingual travel companion and host, Jorge Meraz, takes you on a journey and demystifies the area. Get to know the people, vernacular, foods, customs and places frequented by the locals. There's a lot to learn and fun to have right next door by Crossing South.
For more info: http://crossingsouth.com/

Latest Episodes

Guerrero Negro Whale Petting
Guerrero Negro Whale Petting
Air date: 02-22-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2336566494/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false There is something very special that happens in Baja every year. Thousands of whales migrate there each spring and it makes for some of the best whale watching on earth. Follow Host Jorge Meraz on his visit to Guerrero Negro, where he not only sees the whales, but pets them! Also, visit the largest... /episodes/get/7808 /episode/7808 Crossing South: Guerrero Negro Whale Petting /episode-player/7808
San Pedro Martir
San Pedro Martir
Air date: 01-24-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2335200650/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Get ready to explore the national observatory of Mexico on the mountains of Baja. Jorge talks with a Mexican scientist doing research on galaxies. We also observe the deer and coyote wildlife as well as take a hike through the redwood forests surrounding the telescopes. Coming back, we visit the... /episodes/get/7816 /episode/7816 Crossing South: San Pedro Martir /episode-player/7816
Ensenada Fishing and Seafood
Ensenada Fishing and Seafood
Air date: 01-24-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2335207195/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Captain Sammy takes us out to go Deep Sea Fishing, Dolphin watching, and finally a harbor tour of Ensenada Bay. Next we try some world class seafood at a humble food cart called "La Guerrerense", and more, on this episode of Crossing South. /episodes/get/7807 /episode/7807 Crossing South: Ensenada Fishing and Seafood /episode-player/7807
San Quintin Seafood Farming
San Quintin Seafood Farming
Air date: 01-10-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2323480194/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Today we explore the fascinating world of seafood farming in San Quintin. Learn about the new oyster farming processes being used, and observe a hesitant Jorge slurp one down with salsa and lime. The Abalone Project is also an intriguing venture as we see the tiny month old babies, all the way... /episodes/get/7817 /episode/7817 Crossing South: San Quintin Seafood Farming /episode-player/7817
Bahia de Los Angeles
Bahia de Los Angeles
Air date: 01-03-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2322895392/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false We go to the "Natural Sea-World" at Bahia de Los Angeles, where we go fishing, snorkeling, and searching for the famed whale shark. Among colorful fish and playful sea lions, swimming with the whale shark is an unforgettable experience. Next we eat the seafood from the region at a local restaurant. /episodes/get/7805 /episode/7805 Crossing South: Bahia de Los Angeles /episode-player/7805
Rosarito: Horse Ride
Rosarito: Horse Ride
Air date: 10-25-2012 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2291766792/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Get ready to saddle up and head into some beautiful countryside just south of Rosarito. We join our friends from "All the Pretty Horses of Baja Rescue" to go on a horse-ride like in the old days. And after exerting ourselves, we stop by Tapanco, a famous little place that serves some unique plates... /episodes/get/7813 /episode/7813 Crossing South: Rosarito: Horse Ride /episode-player/7813
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Tijuana: Tacos, Beer, Horses & Soccer
Tijuana: Tacos, Beer, Horses & Soccer
Welcome to Crossing South, a travel show about Baja. In this pilot episode, we taste some amazing street tacos and tour the microbrewery TJ Beer. Then Jorge takes a ride on some spanish horses, and finally hangs out with the professional soccer team the "Xoloitzcuintles" and watches a game.
Air date: 12/31/2011
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2245156069/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Welcome to Crossing South, a travel show about Baja. In this pilot episode, we taste some amazing street tacos and tour the microbrewery TJ Beer. Then Jorge takes a ride on some spanish horses, and finally hangs out with the professional soccer team the "Xoloitzcuintles" and watches a game. /episodes/get/7821 /episode/7821 Crossing South: Tijuana: Tacos, Beer, Horses & Soccer /episode-player/7821
Rosarito: Bike Race
Rosarito: Bike Race
Experience the famous Rosarito-Ensenada Bike Race. Then see the Rincon Tropical resort with a mini-zoo, go carts. Then have a ball at the R/C airplane field where we see local aviation enthusiasts maneuver their remote control airplanes. And finally take a visit to Susanna's Restaurant. Watch as...
Air date: 01/05/2012
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2178801690/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Experience the famous Rosarito-Ensenada Bike Race. Then see the Rincon Tropical resort with a mini-zoo, go carts. Then have a ball at the R/C airplane field where we see local aviation enthusiasts maneuver their remote control airplanes. And finally take a visit to Susanna's Restaurant. Watch as... /episodes/get/7812 /episode/7812 Crossing South: Rosarito: Bike Race /episode-player/7812
Ensenada
Ensenada
See the Baja 500 Off Road Race, visit the Las Canadas ziplines and Bridges, and fillet a fish in the Ensenada fish market.
Air date: 01/12/2012
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2185377828/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false See the Baja 500 Off Road Race, visit the Las Canadas ziplines and Bridges, and fillet a fish in the Ensenada fish market. /episodes/get/7806 /episode/7806 Crossing South: Ensenada /episode-player/7806
Valle De Guadalupe
Valle De Guadalupe
Check out the famous wine country of Baja. Valle de Guadalupe is just North of Ensenada and is the Napa Valley of Mexico. Come along as we visit the harvest festival, wine taste, visit with wine owners, and learn about the Russian History behind it all.
Air date: 01/19/2012
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2188584982/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Check out the famous wine country of Baja. Valle de Guadalupe is just North of Ensenada and is the Napa Valley of Mexico. Come along as we visit the harvest festival, wine taste, visit with wine owners, and learn about the Russian History behind it all. /episodes/get/7824 /episode/7824 Crossing South: Valle De Guadalupe /episode-player/7824
Tijuana II
Tijuana II
First, we take a look at a famous new skyscraper in Tijuana and interview the architect. Jorge then has a ball at the Tijuana Fair riding the rides and eating the foods. Later, we go to a music festival for the young TJ locals. And lastly, Jorge cooks with the chef at La Querencia making "Baja Med...
Air date: 01/26/2012
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2189794525/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false First, we take a look at a famous new skyscraper in Tijuana and interview the architect. Jorge then has a ball at the Tijuana Fair riding the rides and eating the foods. Later, we go to a music festival for the young TJ locals. And lastly, Jorge cooks with the chef at La Querencia making "Baja Med... /episodes/get/7818 /episode/7818 Crossing South: Tijuana II /episode-player/7818
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