The non-profit Vagabundos del Mar Boat and Travel Club was "born" in 1966 when a few good buddies began adventuring into Baja California and mainland Mexico, looking for good fishing spots. In 1971, "the Vags" were incorporated as a non-profit social club, dedicated to helping members make friends and have fun. Today, the Vags are Baja's oldest travel club, with 13,000+ members. The club is still non-profit, and still dedicated to its original mission:

"Helping its members travel safely, economically and enjoyably in all of North America, especially Baja California."

THE MOST EXPERIENCED CLUB

Vagabundos del Mar is governed by a member-elected board consisting of the gnarliest bunch of Baja veterans who ever hitched up a boat trailer! You'll be hard-pressed to name any spot in Baja that hasn't been visited by the Vags. Our club goes back over 40 years, to the early days of Ray Cannon, noted author of The Sea of Cortez. In fact, some of the most popular Baja travel books and guides have been authored by Vagabundos. Perhaps you've seen or read some of them:

"Baja Camping: The Complete Guide" - Vag VP/GM Fred Jones & Director Gloria Jones
"Baja Catch/King of the Moon/Unforgettable Sea of Cortez" - Former Vag Director Gene Kira
"Baja Boater's Guide" 1 & 2 / "Magnificent Peninsula" - Jack Williams
"Baja Adventure Book/Exploring Baja by RV" by Walt Peterson
"Backroad Baja" by Patty & Tom Higginbotham

Our office staff is second to none when it comes to handling your needs. It is routinely stated that if you want to get it done quickly, or know where to get information, Vag HQ is the place to contact!

We really do know Baja best.

ONE STOP SERVICE

With a single phone call to our toll-free 800 number, you can take care of your Mexican boat and vehicle insurance, your Mexican fishing licenses, and your Mexican boat permits. Our super-experienced office staff gives you quick information and the friendliest, most efficient service in the business. Try us!

BIG MONEY SAVINGS

As the only non-profit Baja travel club, we're the "best deal in town" when it comes to prices, discounts, and fun activities. Vags get the lowest prices possible on books, trips hotels, campgrounds, restaurants, and of course, insurance. Even if you only visit Mexico a couple of weeks a year, you'll save many times your club dues in cash benefits.

LOWEST POSSIBLE COST INSURANCE

With 13,000+ members, we have a LOT of purchasing power-r-r! We get you the lowest possible rates on governmentrequired Mexican insurance through ADA VIS Global Insurance Services, a California surplus lines broker. Currently they have appointments with, and represent a number of, insurance companies in Mexico and the United States.

LOWEST MEMBERSHIP COST

Our Non-Profit club is the cheapest to belong to and has the best benefits. Only $35 per year gets you the monthly club newsletter and access to all the special club programs.

BEST INSURANCE PROGRAM

We have our own licensed in-house insurance broker who works to make sure our program is the best anywhere. We've got hard-to-find special programs like On-the-water Hull insurance, and insurance for Travel in Mexico. Our Special Programs include:

THE ONLY MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

Our newsletter, the Chubasco, is the only Baja club publication published on a monthly (usually!) schedule. As a Vag, you keep up-to-date on recent Baja road conditions, new travel regulations, urgent safety alerts, items for sale, and the many adventures of your fellow club members. There is no other publication like the Chubasco. Call the office for a free current sample issue.

BIGGEST CLUB CALENDAR

Vags love to have fun and adventures, and the club hosts so many events--on both sides of the border- you'll never be able to attend them all. All Activities and Adventure Tours are personally lead by experienced club members who've been there before and know the ropes. There's something for everyone: • Fishing Tournaments galore • Trailer Boat cruises • Whale watching trips • Our world-famous annual Crab Fiesta • Long-range RV caravans • Booths at the best Trade Shows

WANNA LEAD A TRIP?

Vagabundo members plan and lead their own activities, and the club reimburses expenses for organizing and leading a trip, and offers a free week at one of the club casas in Loreto. Are you an expert at something? You can make a proposal to our board of directors to lead a tour. If it's approved, you can use all the Vag resources to advertise, plan your trip, and find other people to go with you!

Lowest cost books

Our Ship's Store gives you the best discount prices on all the best Baja and Mexico travel books. And shipping and tax are free in the U.S. for members! Simply call our toll-free 800 number or order online on our secure server. This is the cheapest way you can buy these books anywhere (even non-members may buy at these prices!).

With all of this said, you should consider these key facts if you're "shopping" for the right Club for your Baja needs:

KEY FACTS

1. The Vagabundos are a Non-Profit Corporation, governed by a Member-Elected Board of Directors, all of whom have extensive years of Baja experience.
2. We are a Service-Oriented Club, and Member Service is the #1 priority.
3. All Activities and Adventure Tours are headed by Experienced Leaders.
4. All information concerning Baja and Mainland Mexico is properly verified prior to dissemination.
5. We give Members the Best Deal Possible on all Services.
6. The Vagabundos are the Oldest and Largest Baja Travel Club, with over 40 years of Baja experience. The Vag emblem is everywhere in Baja!

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