Notes From Algodones: Navigating the Border Crossing Algodones Experience
Day One: Crossing the Border into Algodones
Crossing the border into Algodones can be a perplexing experience, as Sandy and I discovered. Our journey was complicated by a time change—the U.S. had just transitioned from daylight savings time, but Arizona, in Mountain Time, ignores this switch. Amtrak altered our train schedule, and without realizing the cause, we landed in Yuma late. Border crossing to Algodones closes at 10 P.M., making our 8:25 P.M. Yuma arrival nerve-wracking.
A recommended taxi driver failed to answer our calls, but luckily, a Union Pacific guard hailed a taxi for us at the Yuma stop. Heading to The Mad Chef, previously The Happy Chef, we picked up Sandy. The U.S. taxi driver informed us he couldn’t cross the border but guided us to the crossing.
The border crossing to Algodones was a silent, strange walk along a paved path and rail. A helpful Mexican customs officer assisted us in finding a cab to our hotel, Hacienda Algodones. The short five-minute ride ended with a warm welcome from the hotel proprietress, who checked us in for $120 cash for three nights.
Seeking dinner presented challenges as the local restaurants closed early. Communication difficulties led us to a taco stand, offering delicious charcoal-grilled meat and fresh tortillas for $1 each. After dining, we returned to the hotel, where our room offered modern, comfortable mattresses but lacked closets or hangers. We settled into the lively hotel environment, mingling with other guests discussing dental plans until retiring for the night.
Day Two: Discovering More About Algodones
Our morning began promptly at 7 A.M., figuring out the shower and breakfast plans. The pleasant weather made outdoor dining delightful with ample coffee and scrambled eggs for $8, including Sandy’s coffee.
Our host, also a practicing dentist in Algodones, shared stories about transforming their home into this charming hotel. With our taxi on call, we ventured to the dental office, unaware of whether Algodones operated on Yuma or California time. Fortunately, Yuma time was the norm, aligning with our schedule.
The dental clinic was a typical setup, with a friendly atmosphere and routine paperwork. Sandy’s appointment lasted over 2.5 hours, and following the dentist’s advice, we spent the day resting. Dinner was a gentle affair for Sandy, recovering from dental work, with chicken noodle soup featuring tender boiled eggs alongside.
Day Three: A Successful Dental Visit
Finally enjoying a restful night, we began the day ready for dental appointments. Breakfast included oatmeal and coffee as we prepared for our dental sessions.
Two San Francisco dentists had quoted exorbitant prices for my dental procedure, which I deferred due to costs. In Algodones, Sandy’s dentist offered a far more affordable solution at $200 for all four quadrants, a stark contrast to the $3,200 quote back home.
A thorough cleaning eased my dental woes, with effects subsiding quickly. The process required amoxicillin, and although I disliked antibiotics, it was necessary due to bleeding.
Sandy’s quick checkup wrapped up our dental visits, but a transport mix-up required our dentist’s husband to drive us back—showcasing Algodones’ casual hospitality.
Another dental consultation revealed differing opinions on my dental work, with their clinic proposing an alternative approach to cap placements, promising a five-day stay and more affordable costs.
Afterward, Sandy explored hearing aids, comparing a $1,200 Algodones option to a $3,750 U.S. equivalent. With errands complete, including picking up antibiotics and Baja California wine, we returned to Hacienda Algodones.
Dinner concluded the day with savory meatballs and soup, wrapping up an enlightening experience. Exploring border crossing Algodones was a unique adventure, revealing the benefits and cultural richness of this vibrant cross-border town.
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