Globe trotting

-- WHAT IF YOU GET SICK IN MEXICO?

A new book called "Mexico: Health and Safety Travel Guide," written by the father-son team of Drs. Robert H. Page and Curtis P. Page, of Tempe, Ariz., lists nearly 200 English-speaking physicians, most of whom are board-certified, as well as credentialed hospitals in Mexico's 40 most popular vacation destinations. The authors also suggest medications to have on hand when you're traveling and when and how to seek the right physician or hospital. Available at book stores, amazon.com and medtogo.com (1-866-MedToGo). The 480-page book has a suggested retail of $19.95.

-- HIP AND HAPPENIN' IN L.A.

The Web site LA.com bills itself as the stylish new insider's guide to the City of Angels; a guide with an attitude that offers not only the traditional travel stuff-- hotel bookings, for example -- but insight into style trends, parking secrets, itineraries and a look at the city's neighborhoods. (Question: Does L.A. have neighborhoods?) It promises to clue you in on "rock-star hotels for under $100; high-end restaurants featuring milk and cookies on the dessert menu; and sample sales open to the general public."

-- SPEAKING OF L.A.'S NEIGHBORHOODS . . .

The latest edition of Pasadena's Official Visitors Guide is available free by calling 800-307-7977 or logging onto the Web at www.pasadenacal.com. This is a more traditional city guide with comprehensive information on accommodations, events, dining, etc.

-- HIGH IN THE SKY. The Great Reno Balloon Race will be Sept. 10- 12 at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, Nev. Dawn Patrol (5:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday) and mass ascensions are part of this colorful weekend. www.renoballoon.com

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