Hmm, no one mentioned it. So easy to “Go Abroad”; The Joys of TJ/Baja/Mexico!
Seems the obvious choice to me too. But, there is a little security issue with Mexico isn’t there? Are you really safe just driving across the border in your Lexus, and exploring. I’ve often wondered if there are small organized groups (safety in numbers) that go across. Love to hear about them, if they exist.