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Combo
11-23-21, 01:31
I was vaccinated in May. Exposed at the end of July and tested positive in less than 48 hours after exposure. My case was very mild. Just wanted to point out you can test positive very quickly.


Hey fellas, have been scanning through back posts but still have some questions.

Unrelated but semi on-topic: My friend (a girl) went to Colombia a couple of months ago, got off the plane, tested positive for Covid, and was locked in a hotel room for 2 weeks. Got out, went straight to the airport and back to the US. Not ideal. I don't think she was vaccinated though.That would be a nightmare being locked in a room in quarantine in Colombia for two weeks. Has me seriously rethinking my upcoming trip. Or maybe getting the Booster shot beforehand to (hopefully) lesson my chances.

I test positive in the US, no big deal. I can work from home, play piano, and do what I want inside my large comfortable condo.

AmorPorFavor
11-23-21, 02:09
I am posting this in the Colombia section because air travel is read more here, and it is the first time I have travelled with the new USA restrictions on testing.

So I meet my Colombian gal in Cancun, and the shootings there have done absolutely nothing to slow people down. The Cancun airport is busier now than I have seen it in years. We are back to pre-Covid levels.

Spirit told me the lines were long and to get to the airport 3 hours early. I just needed a boarding pass as I was carrying on, and they would not let me get it online. I tried the computer terminal and it would not work and now I was stuck in this God awful long line at check-in. I thought I would miss my flight, but I then checked the Spirit Airlines app on my phone and I saw a boarding pass there (Thank God) and then went to security. I have been able to check in online internationally with United no problem but have had shitty luck with the other airlines.

So even though I had my boarding pass, I figured that they would check my passport and Covid test at the gate, and they did. What surprised me is that even though I got my test done within 24 hours of departure, the Spirit employee insisted on seeing my vaccine card. I showed her a photo of the card that I was on my phone at the gate, and she was happy and all was well.

So we can debate the vaccine card but the airlines have IMO been unfairly burdened with this vaccine crap, and I think they are worried and can be fined for letting people into the country who do not have the test or do not have a vaccine card. So you may be in a position where you have a choice between being vaccinated and not travelling. It has never been like this before.

I am wondering if the people using fake cards are going to be caught because the federal government is recording who has been vaccinated and who has not been. It seems like it would be super easy to catch people using fake cards. As of now, I just had to show the test and the card, so it would be possible to fake both, but I just do not know how long that is going to last.

I will say the social distancing rules have gotten stupid. In the photo, you can see how crowded things were. The seats were interesting. Every other seat is forbidden to be used because of social distancing. As you can see, two women are sitting next to each other, breaking the rules.

It is not in the photo but if you were to look past them, there were empty seats marked off as not in use due to social distancing and there were people standing cramped next to each other.

This social distancing crap is not working anymore. If you made people do that, the lines would have been out of the terminal. Cancun has gone from one terminal open now to three, and they are all packed.

I got through Mexican customs in an hour. It took her two. When she got back to Bogota, once again, she was in line for 2 hours. In the USA, customs lines were the same this time for me.

But things have changed and IMO they have changed now for the worst.I flew home from Cancun on Wed. The airport was a mad house. Flew United and there was almost no line to check a bag at around 2 pm. Had premier access and waited like 1 minute. I saw the mess at Spirit and was so glad I don't fly them. When I got to security check they asked me where was some stupid tiny health form from Mexico with tiny print you could barely read. Said I had to fill it out right there even though I jumped through all of United's covid hoops. So I had to go back and fill the damn thing out and then show it to them but they didn't even look at it or take it from me. Typical Mexico stuff. I have global entry so got through US customs in less then 5 minutes.

Naked Gunz
11-23-21, 04:52
I speak excellent Spanish. I lived in South America for a few years in my 20's. So my question is. If I go to Colombia, what city gets me closest to this type of environment? Somewhere that's a party town, with options to go out to bars and clubs and try my hand, and then backup paid options at girl bars. I also enjoy bringing the girls back to my hotel. I'm not really a 'go upstairs and bang one out' kinda guy. Walking around and chilling during the day. And, if bareback options are non-existent, I might just have to keep waiting for PH to open.Well I bought a condo in the AC before the pandemic and before I completed my SRRV, so you know I fucking pissed about the country being closed for so long. I'm done, going to toss my tenant, sell the place and never go back. I can't do any of that until they open the fucking door! My first time in Colombia and I kick my own ass daily for not coming sooner. I'm in Cali. This place has none of the walking street vibe your describing, but there is literally pussy everywhere. I think you want Cartagena, but who wants those prices! If your a Spanish speaker why even go to Asia? Filipinas have bodies like boy scouts. The only reason I really kept returning is because I'm was lazy to learn Spanish, but since I see what I have missed- pimsleur here I come.

FuriousGeorge
11-23-21, 17:53
Oof that really sucks about the condo. I've had thoughts of doing that. I love Angeles City. The condo complex 1 Euphoria looks amazing and is recently completed but nobody to fill it with.

We have different taste in women. Petite asian girls are my jam. There's a youtube guy who films himself walking around red light areas in Colombia and I'm generally not impressed with the girls. Very thick, with a few exceptions. I'm sure there would be enough exceptions for me to have a good time though.


Well I bought a condo in the AC before the pandemic and before I completed my SRRV, so you know I fucking pissed about the country being closed for so long. I'm done, going to toss my tenant, sell the place and never go back. I can't do any of that until they open the fucking door! My first time in Colombia and I kick my own ass daily for not coming sooner. I'm in Cali. This place has none of the walking street vibe your describing, but there is literally pussy everywhere. I think you want Cartagena, but who wants those prices! If your a Spanish speaker why even go to Asia? Filipinas have bodies like boy scouts. The only reason I really kept returning is because I'm was lazy to learn Spanish, but since I see what I have missed- pimsleur here I come.

Mr Enternational
11-23-21, 21:26
My first time in Colombia and I kick my own ass daily for not coming sooner. I'm in Cali. This place has none of the walking street vibe your describing, but there is literally pussy everywhere. I think you want Cartagena, but who wants those prices! If your a Spanish speaker why even go to Asia? Filipinas have bodies like boy scouts. The only reason I really kept returning is because I'm was lazy to learn Spanish, but since I see what I have missed- pimsleur here I come.LOL. Just like I say on the Sosua thread. Go somewhere else to see what a terrible mongering place Sosua really is. My first time on LatinAmericanCupid I said I got to learn some Spanish. Almost 17 years later and I have not looked back. Still on the site enjoying life.

Xpartan
11-23-21, 23:08
The only reason I really kept returning is because I'm was lazy to learn Spanish, but since I see what I have missed- pimsleur here I come.LOL, Pimsleur won't get you too far. It's better than nothing, but that ain't much to say.

JustTK
11-23-21, 23:57
LOL, Pimsleur won't get you too far. It's better than nothing, but that ain't much to say.Pimsleur will get you to the bank and restaurant, and a nice hotel room with a balcony, if my memory serves me well. Haha.

Xpartan
11-24-21, 00:07
Pimsleur will get you to the bank and restaurant, and a nice hotel room with a balcony, if my memory serves me well. Haha.Exactly! Like I said, not too far, LOL.

JjBee62
11-26-21, 06:32
The vaccines are only 90-95% effective, so you can definitely still get it. FWIW I'm not that worried about Covid itself -- I'm in good shape and not that old. But I am worried about a positive test keeping me quarantined in Colombia and missing two weeks of work and having to tell my boss I'm stuck in Colombia.My boss wasn't too happy when I informed him I would be gone an extra 2 weeks, but there wasn't anything he could do about it. The company put a policy in place at the beginning of the pandemic that any symptoms, you couldn't work until either testing negative or after 2 weeks, for people who refused to be tested.

JjBee62
11-26-21, 06:48
Oof that really sucks about the condo. I've had thoughts of doing that. I love Angeles City. The condo complex 1 Euphoria looks amazing and is recently completed but nobody to fill it with.

We have different taste in women. Petite asian girls are my jam. There's a youtube guy who films himself walking around red light areas in Colombia and I'm generally not impressed with the girls. Very thick, with a few exceptions. I'm sure there would be enough exceptions for me to have a good time though.My ideal girl is 5' 4" or shorter and 100# or less. I never need to go outside of that range in Colombia, although occasionally I'll get an urge for something different. You aren't going to learn much from YouTube videos.

AmoMedellin
11-26-21, 23:03
1898; Kill all over 10.

1964-1973, bombing a poor country fighting for it's freedom for a century back to the stoneage.

Generally speaking, arrogant sons of bitches, only worse are people of of the city that God forgot; Buenos Aires.

1990-today, political and military suicidal invasion, overstays on extremely poor countries.

Preferred number 1 country of Colombianas, United Arab Emirates; (hooker paradise todays Gomorrah).

Join forces then, the ugliness of humanity!

We will fight you back, be sure of that, FXXX gringos and putas!

Sometimes it snows in April. The Good side. We can win. Never forget! Never forget!

Combo
11-27-21, 19:21
My boss wasn't too happy when I informed him I would be gone an extra 2 weeks, but there wasn't anything he could do about it. The company put a policy in place at the beginning of the pandemic that any symptoms, you couldn't work until either testing negative or after 2 weeks, for people who refused to be tested.Hey thanks for your response JjBee. I remember you reporting that you tested positive while in MDE. Would you mind telling what you had to do after the test? Did you have to change apartments? Were you allowed to walk around outside? Did you have to test negative before you could leave the country? Heck, how did you go about getting food to eat? Just order in from Rappi?

JjBee62
11-27-21, 23:54
Hey thanks for your response JjBee. I remember you reporting that you tested positive while in MDE. Would you mind telling what you had to do after the test? Did you have to change apartments? Were you allowed to walk around outside? Did you have to test negative before you could leave the country? Heck, how did you go about getting food to eat? Just order in from Rappi?I was actually in Bogota when I tested positive, in a hotel by the airport. I didn't try to walk around outside and for most of the quarantine didn't feel like getting out. For about 10 days just walking to the bathroom was a struggle.

For food I ordered from the hotel restaurant. They bagged everything up, put it on a cart parked blocking my door and stood across the hall until I retrieved the food.

Before returning to the US I had to get a certificate of recovery, because you can test positive for up to 3 months after getting infected. I found a medical service online and they sent a doctor to my hotel room to check me out and give me the certificate. Cost was 150 k. Once I had that I was able to get out. At the airport I had to show both the certificate and the positive test result.

The hotel wouldn't even allow anyone in to clean the room. Instead they dropped off a crate with cleaners, sheets, towels, sanitizing wipes and masks.

The hotel was fabulous. Every day the manager would call to ask how I was feeling, and whenever I ordered room service they would ask how I felt. They even put a little handmade get well card in with my food. Without even asking, as soon as I informed them I needed to quarantine they dropped the room price from $71 to $59 per night.

Member #4729
11-28-21, 01:32
Hey fellas, have been scanning through back posts but still have some questions. I was going to The Philippines twice a year for 3 years and loved it, but my patience is running out on its reopening. I love it there for a few reasons. It's cheap as hell. The girls are petite. My type. I'm a good looking, tall fit youngish white guy and it's like shooting fish in a barrel, in the civilian clubs and the gogo bars. Hell half the time it was free and I'd give the girls 'cab money', although a fair amount. And lastly, bareback is the norm there, and is fairly important to me. I barebacked over 100 girls there with never an issue. I do take pharmaceutical preventatives while I'm there.

I speak excellent Spanish. I lived in South America for a few years in my 20's. So my question is. If I go to Colombia, what city gets me closest to this type of environment? Somewhere that's a party town, with options to go out to bars and clubs and try my hand, and then backup paid options at girl bars. I also enjoy bringing the girls back to my hotel. I'm not really a 'go upstairs and bang one out' kinda guy. Walking around and chilling during the day. And, if bareback options are non-existent, I might just have to keep waiting for PH to open.
Speaking as someone with experience in both countries I have bad news- you will find it a real challenge to get anything beyond an uncovered blowjob in Colombia. Some cities are worse than others- steer clear of Bogota. A fellow ISG monger had pretty good luck getting BBFS this past summer in Medellin, but it was mostly with SA girls that often flaked or otherwise required an inordinate amount of BS and wasted time. There really is nothing like AC for getting that hot raw, CIP. Thailand is much much better than South America, but doesn't quite match. The Medellin thread is full of Medellin lovers who will talk it up big time, but they generally like fat ass girls or just have never been to SEA and have no means of comparison.

So many guys in the Colombia forums just shrug at my need for BBBJ and BBFS-having been conditioned to do without for so long I suppose. I'm glad you have the same feeling about it I do.

I'm headed back to Rio in a couple of weeks and then more than likely Thailand for the summer. Philippines just doesn't seem to have their act together- when do you think you will make it back there?

JjBee62
11-28-21, 17:28
I saw a story last night that they are having problems with the Check Mig form and are temporarily not requiring the online form be filled out. However, until it's fixed, they are using the paper forms again and recommend arriving at the airport 3 hours early to deal with the line at Migracion.

https://www.larepublica.co/economia/migracion-colombia-suspende-exigencia-de-check-mig-por-fallas-en-el-sistema-3268473

Naked Gunz
11-28-21, 19:19
To return to US without a Covid test, all you have to do is fly to a Mexican border city and cross into US by vehicle or foot and continue to your destination. Mexico does not require a Covid test to enter neither flying nor by land, and US does not require test when entering by land. Tijuana is ideal since you gain easy entrance to US from the airport via CrossBorderXpress exclusive to air passengers who land in Tijuana airport (I don't know if other border cities have similar crossing). Just make sure you go the right way after unboaring plane, once I took a wrong turn, missed CrossBorderXpress, went into the general area and was not permited re-entry to access CrossBorderExpress and had to go to the regular crossing, took a brutal three hours.I just took a PCR, and does anyone know if the antigen is sufficient to return? Some guy posted here (I can't find it, or just to lazy) that he tested positive, and bolted to Tijuana to cross at the border. How is that possible because the clinic wanted my itinerary, passport info, address and vax card info. How did he leave? I fully expect the health dept. To show up at my door, or snatch me up if I leave if I test positive.

Combo
11-29-21, 01:10
I was actually in Bogota when I tested positive, in a hotel by the airport. I didn't try to walk around outside and for most of the quarantine didn't feel like getting out. For about 10 days just walking to the bathroom was a struggle.

For food I ordered from the hotel restaurant. They bagged everything up, put it on a cart parked blocking my door and stood across the hall until I retrieved the food.

Before returning to the US I had to get a certificate of recovery, because you can test positive for up to 3 months after getting infected. I found a medical service online and they sent a doctor to my hotel room to check me out and give me the certificate. Cost was 150 k. Once I had that I was able to get out. At the airport I had to show both the certificate and the positive test result.

The hotel wouldn't even allow anyone in to clean the room. Instead they dropped off a crate with cleaners, sheets, towels, sanitizing wipes and masks.

The hotel was fabulous. Every day the manager would call to ask how I was feeling, and whenever I ordered room service they would ask how I felt. They even put a little handmade get well card in with my food. Without even asking, as soon as I informed them I needed to quarantine they dropped the room price from $71 to $59 per night.Thank you.

Nypher
11-29-21, 01:32
I was actually in Bogota when I tested positive, in a hotel by the airport. I didn't try to walk around outside and for most of the quarantine didn't feel like getting out. For about 10 days just walking to the bathroom was a struggle.

For food I ordered from the hotel restaurant. They bagged everything up, put it on a cart parked blocking my door and stood across the hall until I retrieved the food.

Before returning to the US I had to get a certificate of recovery, because you can test positive for up to 3 months after getting infected. I found a medical service online and they sent a doctor to my hotel room to check me out and give me the certificate. Cost was 150 k. Once I had that I was able to get out. At the airport I had to show both the certificate and the positive test result.

The hotel wouldn't even allow anyone in to clean the room. Instead they dropped off a crate with cleaners, sheets, towels, sanitizing wipes and masks.

The hotel was fabulous. Every day the manager would call to ask how I was feeling, and whenever I ordered room service they would ask how I felt. They even put a little handmade get well card in with my food. Without even asking, as soon as I informed them I needed to quarantine they dropped the room price from $71 to $59 per night.BBFS can be done. I managed to get 3 on my first trip this year but it was allot of duds form the ones I wanted. I found it to be a certain age range on the apps. Anything over 25 will give trouble because they are on hardcore puta mode. On my second trip I didn't even have to ask them when I told them I was back, they already knew. On my third now and it's rinse and repeat.

Just make sure they show up with a clean test.

Blingz
11-29-21, 01:46
BBFS can be done. I managed to get 3 on my first trip this year but it was allot of duds form the ones I wanted. I found it to be a certain age range on the apps. Anything over 25 will give trouble because they are on hardcore puta mode. On my second trip I didn't even have to ask them when I told them I was back, they already knew. On my third now and it's rinse and repeat.

Just make sure they show up with a clean test.If you can share some BBFS girls with me, I would really appreciate that brother. I would contribute to the boards by sharing my reviews of them I'm going to Colombia in January and want to have some really openminded experiences. Thank you!

Naked Gunz
11-29-21, 04:28
LOL. Just like I say on the Sosua thread. Go somewhere else to see what a terrible mongering place Sosua really is. My first time on LatinAmericanCupid I said I got to learn some Spanish. Almost 17 years later and I have not looked back. Still on the site enjoying life.I bought a girl a beer in Sosua and she acted like she owned me. Went away in a huff. That was 2007. Colombian Cupid has not impressed at all. Hotties I aim for don't reply and I get grandmas hundreds of miles away making a play for the Gunz. Yeah, I still got it! Tinder is my honey trap, joven single mommies are so thirsty!

Huacho
11-29-21, 05:58
I just took a PCR, and does anyone know if the antigen is sufficient to return? Some guy posted here (I can't find it, or just to lazy) that he tested positive, and bolted to Tijuana to cross at the border. How is that possible because the clinic wanted my itinerary, passport info, address and vax card info. How did he leave? I fully expect the health dept. To show up at my door, or snatch me up if I leave if I test positive.Antigen is sufficient to return to the Yew Ess. The guy you referred to tested positive at the airport and not at a clinic, so that was the difference.

Fun Luvr
11-29-21, 06:39
I just took a PCR, and does anyone know if the antigen is sufficient to return? An antigen test is sufficient to return to the US.

Fun Luvr
11-29-21, 06:46
Speaking as someone with experience in both countries I have bad news- you will find it a real challenge to get anything beyond an uncovered blowjob in Colombia. Some cities are worse than others- steer clear of Bogota. A fellow ISG monger had pretty good luck getting BBFS this past summer in Medellin, but it was mostly with SA girls that often flaked or otherwise required an inordinate amount of BS and wasted time. There really is nothing like AC for getting that hot raw, CIP. Thailand is much much better than South America, but doesn't quite match. The Medellin thread is full of Medellin lovers who will talk it up big time, but they generally like fat ass girls or just have never been to SEA and have no means of comparison.Thanks for that post. Hopefully it will discourage some of the SEA mongers from going to Medellin.

ClelandJack
11-29-21, 13:35
Does anyone know where I can get a PCR test for Covid in Cartagena? The US gov't list has dead links, some live, but their websites don't list Cartagena. Thanks in advance.

Naked Gunz
12-01-21, 19:03
Might be a good idea to have an N95 mask when transiting airports anywhere. As I was leaving Cali one huge douche checking passports / boarding passes decided he was a mask expert and would not allow me to go on to immigration. Mine was black and looked quite similar to others. I had to go to the pharmacy to buy a POS paper mask that was not N95, which did not even survive the plane ride before the string broke.

Fun Luvr
12-03-21, 17:49
From the CDC website:

"Travel Requirements have changed. Starting December 6, all air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, must show a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 1 day before travel to the United States. ".

They don't specify if it is 24 hours before travel, or anytime during the day before travel. Hopefully, it is like the prior 3-day requirement when it was anytime during the previous 3 days, not 72 hours.

Biden advisors just trying to exert more control over the people. Here is what he read from his teleprompter "We're going to fight this variant with science and speed, not chaos and confusion". That is a bunch of BS. Why is he not requiring tests of people crossing the Southern border?

SamPeter71
12-03-21, 18:45
I am trying to fill the check mig form. When I select origin, no option to select USA. Any idea?

Also what happens if I don't fill this. Would there be any issue in boarding? Or extra time at BOG airport?

JustTK
12-03-21, 20:06
Why is he not requiring tests of people crossing the Southern border?I think it is bcos when you cross a border by air you are a risk to fellow passengers in the airport, taxies, buses, plane, restaurants etc. But when you cross a border in your own car, you are a risk to no one. The idea is to lower the risk of infection to fellow passengers. I could be wrong of course, just my idea.

JjBee62
12-03-21, 22:32
I am trying to fill the check mig form. When I select origin, no option to select USA. Any idea?

Also what happens if I don't fill this. Would there be any issue in boarding? Or extra time at BOG airport?It's because the list is translated from Spanish. Look for United States in the "E's", for Estados Unidos.

JjBee62
12-03-21, 22:40
From the CDC website:

"Travel Requirements have changed. Starting December 6, all air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, must show a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 1 day before travel to the United States. ".

They don't specify if it is 24 hours before travel, or anytime during the day before travel. Hopefully, it is like the prior 3-day requirement when it was anytime during the previous 3 days, not 72 hours.

Biden advisors just trying to exert more control over the people. Here is what he read from his teleprompter "We're going to fight this variant with science and speed, not chaos and confusion". That is a bunch of BS. Why is he not requiring tests of people crossing the Southern border?I can think of a few reasons.

1. Commercial traffic. Many of those trucks cross the border several times each day. The delays would grind commercial transport to a halt.

2. Many of the people crossing, cross daily, for work, shopping or other business. At busy border crossings it's unlikely enough testing capacity is available.

3. Incubation period. There's a delay between exposure and when a person will test positive. With a high percentage of land border crossings by people who have been out of the country less than a day, testing wouldn't be very effective.

Curious why you're only concerned about the southern border? There's a northern border as well and a lot of people are crossing it every day.

Xavter
12-03-21, 23:06
Look for Estados Unidos.


I am trying to fill the check mig form. When I select origin, no option to select USA. Any idea?

Also what happens if I don't fill this. Would there be any issue in boarding? Or extra time at BOG airport?

Fun Luvr
12-03-21, 23:28
I am trying to fill the check mig form. When I select origin, no option to select USA. Any idea?

Also what happens if I don't fill this. Would there be any issue in boarding? Or extra time at BOG airport?Look for the Spanish version of "United States", which is "Estados Unidos".

I think it depends on the airline if you would have an issue boarding, but almost assuredly you will have an issue going through immigration in Colombia.

Fun Luvr
12-03-21, 23:33
I think it is bcos when you cross a border by air you are a risk to fellow passengers in the airport, taxies, buses, plane, restaurants etc. But when you cross a border in your own car, you are a risk to no one. The idea is to lower the risk of infection to fellow passengers. I could be wrong of course, just my idea.I understand you said it's just your idea, but if that were the reason, why isn't everyone who gets on a flight, regardless of origin, required to have the test. It's the same risk.

Mr Enternational
12-04-21, 00:01
I understand you said it's just your idea, but if that were the reason, why isn't everyone who gets on a flight, regardless of origin, required to have the test. It's the same risk.LOL. You think Brandon knows the answer to that? It is going to be 3 more years of shit not making sense.

JustTK
12-04-21, 00:08
why isn't everyone who gets on a flight, regardless of origin, required to have the test.I thought that was what you said the new rule is? " Starting December 6, all air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, must show a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 1 day before travel to the United States. ". ".

Mr Enternational
12-04-21, 00:44
I thought that was what you said the new rule is? " Starting December 6, all air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, must show a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 1 day before travel to the United States. ". ".He means why don't you have to do any testing if you are on a plane domestically in the USA.

LatinaLover#1
12-04-21, 01:21
In the infinite wisdom of the brain dead administration, they force law abiding citizens with the where-with-all of being health conscious and being able to wash their hands and afford a plane ticket to now get tested regardless of Vaccination status, are now be forced into a tight 24 hour window to find a lab that will do the test and get the results back to you before your flight leaves you stranded. However, millions of illegal criminals, who have traveled months without a roof over their heads and no testing of any sort, limited hand washing at best, are dispersed far and wide in our country to help spread the covid virus. But that's OK.

I never thought a political party in The United States would do this much damage to our society for the sole purpose of adding liberals to the Democratic voting roles. Their veiled excuse of caring for these people is laughable. I have made hundreds of trips to South and Latin America over the last 2+ decades and love the Latin people and culture. I have helped many of the less fortunate, more than any one of the hypocrites in the current administration. History will judge these liberal scoundrels harshly.

JjBee62
12-04-21, 04:10
In the infinite wisdom of the brain dead administration, they force law abiding citizens with the where-with-all of being health conscious and being able to wash their hands and afford a plane ticket to now get tested regardless of Vaccination status, are now be forced into a tight 24 hour window to find a lab that will do the test and get the results back to you before your flight leaves you stranded. However, millions of illegal criminals, who have traveled months without a roof over their heads and no testing of any sort, limited hand washing at best, are dispersed far and wide in our country to help spread the covid virus. But that's OK.

I never thought a political party in The United States would do this much damage to our society for the sole purpose of adding liberals to the Democratic voting roles. Their veiled excuse of caring for these people is laughable. I have made hundreds of trips to South and Latin America over the last 2+ decades and love the Latin people and culture. I have helped many of the less fortunate, more than any one of the hypocrites in the current administration. History will judge these liberal scoundrels harshly.I can explain most of this. However, it's unlikely everyone will understand.

1. Washing your hands is primarily to protect yourself. Unless you work in healthcare or food service, the probability you will infect someone because you haven't washed your hands is low. Washing your hands reduces the risk that you'll stick a contaminated finger in your nose. So whether you wash your hands 20 times a day or once a week doesn't matter.

2. Masks are worn to protect others. Depending on the mask and how well it fits it might give you some protection but that's not the primary purpose.

3. Vaccination reduces the risk you will become infected. It doesn't prevent infection. It also reduces the risk of serious illness or death.

4. Testing works in conjunction with 1, 2 and 3. It's to identify people who are potentially contagious, so they can be isolated to prevent further spread.

5. It's not about you. You might be the perfect law abiding, vaccinated citizen with clean hands. The guy sitting next to you on the plane might not be any of those things. Just recently we had a post about a guy who tested positive, got on a plane, flew to Tijuana and walked across the border because not infecting others was inconvenient.

5. There is a delay between becoming infected and being contagious. There's also a delay between becoming infected and testing positive. Shortening the testing window means less contagious people are getting on the crowded planes or waiting in lines in crowded airports. If a person is infected, but tests negative within 24 hours of their flight, there's a good chance they'll be away from the crowds before they are infectious. If an infected person tests negative 3 days before their flight, chances are they will be contagious before they board the plane.

Concerning the "millions of illegal criminals", I can't help you with that. They only exist within the twisted imaginations of some very disturbed people. However, if you're talking about the thousands of immigrants and refugees, I have some good news. If they've been traveling for months, and they've been exposed to Covid, chances are they either died along the way, or recovered and are no longer contagious. If you're planning to let one of them stick a finger in your nose, ask them to wash their hands first.

FlowState985
12-04-21, 04:59
In the infinite wisdom of the brain dead administration, they force law abiding citizens with the where-with-all of being health conscious and being able to wash their hands and afford a plane ticket to now get tested regardless of Vaccination status, are now be forced into a tight 24 hour window to find a lab that will do the test and get the results back to you before your flight leaves you stranded.I kind of knew the tight 24 hrs window was coming when I realized the difference since I came back to the US from Colombia 8 months ago vs Brazil 2 months ago. They kept tightening up the window. 8 months ago, it was just 3 days no matter the vaccination status, and 2 months ago, it was vaccinated is 3 day and non vac is 1 day. I didn't want to take my chances when I boarded the plane back to the US (I saw a dude got denied when he did his test within 2 days while I was boarding the plane in Colombia), so I took the test within 24 hrs even though I am vaccinated (had to do to see Cristo Redeemer) haha. Now I guess vaccination status doesn't mean anything anymore, does that mean no more vaccination discrimination? LOL.

LatinaLover#1
12-04-21, 11:49
I kind of knew the tight 24 hrs window was coming when I realized the difference since I came back to the US from Colombia 8 months ago vs Brazil 2 months ago. They kept tightening up the window. 8 months ago, it was just 3 days no matter the vaccination status, and 2 months ago, it was vaccinated is 3 day and non vac is 1 day. I didn't want to take my chances when I boarded the plane back to the US (I saw a dude got denied when he did his test within 2 days while I was boarding the plane in Colombia), so I took the test within 24 hrs even though I am vaccinated (had to do to see Cristo Redeemer) haha. Now I guess vaccination status doesn't mean anything anymore, does that mean no more vaccination discrimination? LOL.And getting 2 Pfizer shots and a booster was bullshit. Brandon and Fauci have lied to us since the beginning. I now need 3 vaccine shots and a one day test to enter my country. But criminals can come and go as they please. How did these two s#it for brains ever get in charge of anything.

Psychman
12-04-21, 18:47
I can explain most of this. However, it's unlikely everyone will understand.

1. Washing your hands is primarily to protect yourself. Unless you work in healthcare or food service, the probability you will infect someone because you haven't washed your hands is low. Washing your hands reduces the risk that you'll stick a contaminated finger in your nose. So whether you wash your hands 20 times a day or once a week doesn't matter.

2. Masks are worn to protect others. Depending on the mask and how well it fits it might give you some protection but that's not the primary purpose.

3. Vaccination reduces the risk you will become infected. It doesn't prevent infection. It also reduces the risk of serious illness or death.

4. Testing works in conjunction with 1, 2 and 3. It's to identify people who are potentially contagious, so they can be isolated to prevent further spread.

5. It's not about you. You might be the perfect law abiding, vaccinated citizen with clean hands. The guy sitting next to you on the plane might not be any of those things. Just recently we had a post about a guy who tested positive, got on a plane, flew to Tijuana and walked across the border because not infecting others was inconvenient.

5. There is a delay between becoming infected and being contagious. There's also a delay between becoming infected and testing positive. Shortening the testing window means less contagious people are getting on the crowded planes or waiting in lines in crowded airports. If a person is infected, but tests negative within 24 hours of their flight, there's a good chance they'll be away from the crowds before they are infectious. If an infected person tests negative 3 days before their flight, chances are they will be contagious before they board the plane.

Concerning the "millions of illegal criminals", I can't help you with that. They only exist within the twisted imaginations of some very disturbed people. However, if you're talking about the thousands of immigrants and refugees, I have some good news. If they've been traveling for months, and they've been exposed to Covid, chances are they either died along the way, or recovered and are no longer contagious. If you're planning to let one of them stick a finger in your nose, ask them to wash their hands first.Alas, someone who has read some actual science. Cheers.

Blingz
12-04-21, 20:11
Not sure where to post this, but I'll just post it here.

How would you guys split up your time between Medellin, Bogota, and Cartagena if you were going over to Colombia for 2 weeks. 16 days to be exact? I'm a serious monger and want to bang as many hot girls every day that I'm there LOL I was planning to stay mostly in Medellin, but open to suggestions.

I will be out in Colombia from January 1st until 16th.

Would love to hear your thoughts. I'm liking the street girls scene in Santa Fe, Bogota, and not liking the situation going on in Cartagena with the tight restrictions over freelance girls being in the Clock Tower area. I figure all the hot girls are in the side streets or in the clubs.

Looking to hear see what you guys think.

Xpartan
12-05-21, 00:02
I can explain most of this. However, it's unlikely everyone will understand.The problem is not that not everyone will understand. The problem is that many (a large minority) have no desire to understand as the quote below can attest to. If antivaxxers had their way during the hugely successful vaccination programs of the 20th century, we would still live with smallpox, polio, mumps and measles.


And getting 2 Pfizer shots and a booster was bullshit. Brandon and Fauci have lied to us since the beginning. I now need 3 vaccine shots and a one day test to enter my country. But criminals can come and go as they please. How did these two s#it for brains ever get in charge of anything.

JonesLover
12-05-21, 23:28
Hi,

I was in Cali and I got some good and bad experiences. I met only black girls. I like only regular girls, I don't like pros. Even if I would have liked to meet some white girls and stay with her for a week or more, I did not succeed because I am old and I had to pay a lot of the money compared to costs of Cali.

I didn't like all this very much.

If you know other Colombian cities well, could you tell me if Cali is the best Colombian city to meet regular girls and if Cali is the easiest city to meet them? Or are there some other cities better than Cali?

Thank you!

JjBee62
12-06-21, 21:18
For anyone confused about the more restrictive Covid testing requirements which began today, here's some help.

You're required to get tested within 1 day of your flight. If you are flying out at 10 pm on Wednesday, you have to be tested anytime Tuesday or Wednesday, before your flight. If your outbound flight is very early morning, the distinction doesn't matter much. However, if you fly late at night you have almost a 2 day window to meet the requirement.

Since there are plenty of labs giving results in less than 1 hour, this shouldn't be an issue.

Nypher
12-07-21, 06:09
Not sure where to post this, but I'll just post it here.

How would you guys split up your time between Medellin, Bogota, and Cartagena if you were going over to Colombia for 2 weeks. 16 days to be exact? I'm a serious monger and want to bang as many hot girls every day that I'm there LOL I was planning to stay mostly in Medellin, but open to suggestions.

I will be out in Colombia from January 1st until 16th.

Would love to hear your thoughts. I'm liking the street girls scene in Santa Fe, Bogota, and not liking the situation going on in Cartagena with the tight restrictions over freelance girls being in the Clock Tower area. I figure all the hot girls are in the side streets or in the clubs.

Looking to hear see what you guys think.The girls are still in CTG they are not just at the clock tower. All the girls moved to the 1 square block of Space / Dulce and Delirium, yes, even the trannies too so be careful if that's not your thing. But at random times cops come down on bikes blasting sirens forcing everyone to clear the sidewalks. This is where most the girls run into Space, Dulce is picky about which girls they let in since their target audience is guys who like fake ass and tits and that's mostly the type of girls they let in.

Also, many of my Chicas have bene telling me, this is only going on for Christmas so families can enjoy the decorations, after Christmas things will return to normal as 75% of tourists come there for sex, even the married man who brought his family along with him. One chica told me if they stop the girls from working CTG would loose a ton of tourist dollars and they will have no propose of building a bigger airport (the translator app must have translated wrong because I have no idea why CTG needs a second Airport).

Brother P
12-07-21, 12:49
The girls are still in CTG they are not just at the clock tower. All the girls moved to the 1 square block of Space / Dulce and Delirium, yes, even the trannies too so be careful if that's not your thing. But at random times cops come down on bikes blasting sirens forcing everyone to clear the sidewalks. This is where most the girls run into Space, Dulce is picky about which girls they let in since their target audience is guys who like fake ass and tits and that's mostly the type of girls they let in.

Also, many of my Chicas have bene telling me, this is only going on for Christmas so families can enjoy the decorations, after Christmas things will return to normal as 75% of tourists come there for sex, even the married man who brought his family along with him. One chica told me if they stop the girls from working CTG would loose a ton of tourist dollars and they will have no propose of building a bigger airport (the translator app must have translated wrong because I have no idea why CTG needs a second Airport).I hope the chicas are right! Ctg is one of my favorite cities!

LatinaLover#1
12-07-21, 14:24
Colombia Requires COVID-19 Vaccinations for Travel to Colombia.

Colombia will begin to require COVID-19 vaccinations for travel to Colombia starting on December 14 for those 18-years old or older.

The President of Colombia, Iváand Duque announced this Monday that starting on December 14,2021, a vaccination certificate will be required to enter Colombia for people over 18 years of age.

Mr Enternational
12-07-21, 15:32
The President of Colombia, Ivand Duque announced this Monday that starting on December 14,2021, a vaccination certificate will be required to enter Colombia for people over 18 years of age.The president said, "Cuando una persona tiene una prueba negativa, eso no quiere decir que de pronto no pueda tener el virus. " When a person has a negative test it does not mean they will not suddenly have the virus.

??? neither does having a vaccination card.

https://m.elcolombiano.com/colombia/salud/viajeros-internacionales-necesitan-carnet-de-vacunacion-anticovid-para-entrar-a-colombia-BE16124234

Zeos1
12-07-21, 17:54
Colombia Requires COVID-19 Vaccinations for Travel to Colombia.

Colombia will begin to require COVID-19 vaccinations for travel to Colombia starting on December 14 for those 18-years old or older.

The President of Colombia, Ivand Duque announced this Monday that starting on December 14,2021, a vaccination certificate will be required to enter Colombia for people over 18 years of age.This is a trend among countries. I expect that it will become the norm for international travel for most of the world. It now is the standard for all visitors into the US, into Canada, now Colombia. And many other countries.

Elvis 2008
12-07-21, 22:41
This is a trend among countries. I expect that it will become the norm for international travel for most of the world. It now is the standard for all visitors into the US, into Canada, now Colombia. And many other countries.I anticipated this, and half the reason I got vaccinated was for the travel / political reasons, but that does not mean this is a smart move for Colombia. I said the travel ban was stupid and this is from the health minister in the article from Mr. E.

Health Minister Fernando Ruiz spoke out against canceling flights to prevent the arrival of the variant, this measure seeks to restrict the entry of unvaccinated from abroad. "The speed of the variants always exceeds the detection capacity. This is why border closures are so ineffective. Today the poorest countries tend to close for political reasons, not technical, "Ruiz had written through his Twitter account on December 2.

End of quote.

I agree with you that it is in vogue to do this, but I will tell you that Mexico will never require vaccination, and President Duque has said tourism will be Colombia's next oil. It is not farfetched in that Cancun generates $20 billion per year in tourism dollars, and Colombian oil varies but it is in the $10 billion a year area.

If you want tourists though, you do not make it harder on them. Hell, Mexico is way easier than Colombia and Cancun was fucking packed when I went a few weeks ago even after the murders in tourist areas.

I saw an Indian wedding at my Cancun hotel. There were a 100 people in probably 50 rooms dancing outside and spending huge cash on food, drinks, and entertainment. If just one person in the whole party was not vaccinated, they could not have that event in Colombia.

How much did the travel ban cost Colombia? At least they admitted it was pointless. Now the question is how much is this vaccination card bit going to cost them? This is not showing leadership but following the crowd and being stupidly PC.

If you want tourism, you get money and improve infrastructure. In Peru, Mexico, and Ecuador, I rented a car and drove the highways always averaging 60 miles in hour. Hell, Mexico in some parts has better roads than the USA has.

I drove halfway between Medellin and Bogota and averaged 25 MPH. Seriously. And not only that the roads were dangerous to boot. In Cartagena, Bocagrande has two points where you enter into the peninsula like area, and that road is seemingly always flooded and causes traffic jams on the way to the nicest part of the city.

In Mexico, they are building a railway connecting Tulum and Cancun and putting in an airport in Tulum. In Cartagena, they are shooing away the hookers from the clock tower. Which approach do you think is going to win?

Blingz
12-07-21, 23:38
The girls are still in CTG they are not just at the clock tower. All the girls moved to the 1 square block of Space / Dulce and Delirium, yes, even the trannies too so be careful if that's not your thing. But at random times cops come down on bikes blasting sirens forcing everyone to clear the sidewalks. This is where most the girls run into Space, Dulce is picky about which girls they let in since their target audience is guys who like fake ass and tits and that's mostly the type of girls they let in.

Also, many of my Chicas have bene telling me, this is only going on for Christmas so families can enjoy the decorations, after Christmas things will return to normal as 75% of tourists come there for sex, even the married man who brought his family along with him. One chica told me if they stop the girls from working CTG would loose a ton of tourist dollars and they will have no propose of building a bigger airport (the translator app must have translated wrong because I have no idea why CTG needs a second Airport).Oh nice! Sounds good. Well I plan to mainly stay in Medellin and then I do like 3 days in Bogota and 3 days in Cartagena let's see. Can't wait.

Zeos1
12-08-21, 00:43
I anticipated this, and half the reason I got vaccinated was for the travel / political reasons, but that does not mean this is a smart move for Colombia. I said the travel ban was stupid and this is from the health minister in the article from Mr. E.

Health Minister Fernando Ruiz spoke out against canceling flights to prevent the arrival of the variant, this measure seeks to restrict the entry of unvaccinated from abroad. "The speed of the variants always exceeds the detection capacity. This is why border closures are so ineffective. Today the poorest countries tend to close for political reasons, not technical, "Ruiz had written through his Twitter account on December 2.

End of quote.

I agree with you that it is in vogue to do this, but I will tell you that Mexico will never require vaccination, and President Duque has said tourism will be Colombia's next oil. It is not farfetched in that Cancun generates $20 billion per year in tourism dollars, and Colombian oil varies but it is in the $10 billion a year area.

If you want tourists though, you do not make it harder on them. Hell, Mexico is way easier than Colombia and Cancun was fucking packed when I went a few weeks ago even after the murders in tourist areas.

I saw an Indian wedding at my Cancun hotel. There were a 100 people in probably 50 rooms dancing outside and spending huge cash on food, drinks, and entertainment. If just one person in the whole party was not vaccinated, they could not have that event in Colombia.

How much did the travel ban cost Colombia? At least they admitted it was pointless. Now the question is how much is this vaccination card bit going to cost them? This is not showing leadership but following the crowd and being stupidly PC.

If you want tourism, you get money and improve infrastructure. In Peru, Mexico, and Ecuador, I rented a car and drove the highways always averaging 60 miles in hour. Hell, Mexico in some parts has better roads than the USA has.

I drove halfway between Medellin and Bogota and averaged 25 MPH. Seriously. And not only that the roads were dangerous to boot. In Cartagena, Bocagrande has two points where you enter into the peninsula like area, and that road is seemingly always flooded and causes traffic jams on the way to the nicest part of the city.

In Mexico, they are building a railway connecting Tulum and Cancun and putting in an airport in Tulum. In Cartagena, they are shooing away the hookers from the clock tower. Which approach do you think is going to win?It is not a flight ban, or a ban on tourists. It is just a vaccination requirement. And for many parts of the world you need to be vaccinated to get on a plane, so if the country you are going to requires it there is no difference. And I have to be fully vaccinated to get into the USA and many other places. So they are only doing what the US is already doing.

El Moreno 92
12-08-21, 02:57
The president said, "Cuando una persona tiene una prueba negativa, eso no quiere decir que de pronto no pueda tener el virus. " When a person has a negative test it does not mean they will not suddenly have the virus.

??? neither does having a vaccination card.

https://m.elcolombiano.com/colombia/salud/viajeros-internacionales-necesitan-carnet-de-vacunacion-anticovid-para-entrar-a-colombia-BE16124234On Colombia's Ministry of Health (MinSalud), I saw this:

"El segundo grupo (extranjeros que no residen en Colombia sino que visitan el pais por turismo.) tiene que tener al menos una dosis de vacuna para poder entrar al pais tendran que tener una prueba PCR negativa 72 horas antes. ".

In a nutshell, they are saying that us foreigners must have a minimum of one dose of a vaccine AND a negative PCR Covid Test taken 72 hours before.

Am I interpreting it right that us foreigners ALSO need a negative PCR test to enter Colombia?

Mr Enternational
12-08-21, 03:08
In a nutshell, they are saying that us foreigners must have a minimum of one dose of a vaccine AND a negative PCR Covid Test taken 72 hours before.

Am I interpreting it right that us foreigners ALSO need a negative PCR test to enter Colombia?Yes. That makes more sense than just the card.

Elvis 2008
12-08-21, 03:26
On Colombia's Ministry of Health (MinSalud), I saw this:

"El segundo grupo (extranjeros que no residen en Colombia sino que visitan el pais por turismo.) tiene que tener al menos una dosis de vacuna para poder entrar al pais tendran que tener una prueba PCR negativa 72 horas antes. ".

In a nutshell, they are saying that us foreigners must have a minimum of one dose of a vaccine AND a negative PCR Covid Test taken 72 hours before.

Am I interpreting it right that us foreigners ALSO need a negative PCR test to enter Colombia?No, it is the test or the vaccine card.

http://www.news.cn/english/2021-12/08/c_1310357588.htm

Travelers wishing to enter Colombia must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or a vaccination certificate starting on Dec. 14, Health Minister Fernando Ruiz announced on Tuesday.

Here is the part that is confusing:

If you have been vaccinated less than 14 days before, you must also submit the PCR test 72 hours in advance.

So this marks the eighth change in Colombian entrance policies in the last 15 months. You know now that the Duque administration and Colombia is truly an American ally because they have done the unthinkable: they have made the CDC look reasonable.

Implying1
12-08-21, 04:27
Apologies if this is a read-the-fucking-thread thing, but I'm having a problem here that I haven't had traveling elsewhere: no ATMs will give me money. I put the card in, it asks me if I want to withdraw from savings or checking account (neither works), and then it says the transaction failed. I called JP Morgan Chase and they couldn't tell me anything. What gives? I had to get COP from one of those shitty currency exchanges using my cards.

FlowState985
12-08-21, 08:40
I agree with you that it is in vogue to do this, but I will tell you that Mexico will never require vaccination, and President Duque has said tourism will be Colombia's next oil. It is not farfetched in that Cancun generates $20 billion per year in tourism dollars, and Colombian oil varies but it is in the $10 billion a year area.
Cancun is not Colombia. Cancun is heavily advertised, not just to average beach goers as a perfect vacation spot but to college kids having no hold barred, all you can drink, uninhibited sex vacation. Most people still view Colombia as a country with heavy crime rates with drugs and gangs.

Mr Enternational
12-08-21, 12:46
Most people still view Colombia as a country with heavy crime rates with drugs and gangs.I am from the USA and most Americans that I know don't view Colombia any kind of way because they do not know anything about it. It might as well be Mexico as far as they are concerned. Most Americans break the world down to White, Black, Mexican, Chinese.

JjBee62
12-08-21, 13:13
I am from the USA and most Americans that I know don't view Colombia any kind of way because they do not know anything about it. It might as well be Mexico as far as they are concerned. Most Americans break the world down to White, Black, Mexican, Chinese.I put your claim to the test nearly 5 years ago, before moving to Medellin for a year. I told everyone what I was going to do and almost everyone had the same response: "Colombia is very dangerous. " While very few knew much about it, everyone could differentiate between Colombia and Mexico.

PolyOrchid
12-08-21, 13:56
Most Americans break the world down to White, Black, Mexican, Chinese.You're spot on, Mr. E.

Heading into Bogota on Saturday, then on to check out Frogg's recent discovery, Villavicencio. Been coming here since 1970, and Colombia's an always-exciting, wonderful place, filled with a colorful cast of great people.

Too bad so many Americans fear it so much. But, hey, better for the rest of us.

Happy hols to all.

Poly.

Balboa
12-09-21, 00:09
No, it is the test or the vaccine card.

http://www.news.cn/english/2021-12/08/c_1310357588.htm

Travelers wishing to enter Colombia must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or a vaccination certificate starting on Dec. 14, Health Minister Fernando Ruiz announced on Tuesday.

Here is the part that is confusing:

If you have been vaccinated less than 14 days before, you must also submit the PCR test 72 hours in advance.

So this marks the eighth change in Colombian entrance policies in the last 15 months. You know now that the Duque administration and Colombia is truly an American ally because they have done the unthinkable: they have made the CDC look reasonable.Hmmm not sure about your info, I saw this:

"Colombians, foreigners residing in Colombia, and diplomats and their families:

Pre-registration form of Migracióand Colombia with the data of your trip on the Check-Mig page before coming to Colombia. You must enter the following link: Check-Mig.

Vaccination card showing that they were vaccinated at least 14 days before the date of entry to the country.

If they have not been vaccinated, they can bring a PCR test performed 72 hours in advance and with a negative result.

Foreigners not residing in Colombia but visiting the country for tourism or business purposes:

Pre-registration form for Migracióand Colombia with your travel information on the Check-Mig page before coming to Colombia. You must enter the following link: Check-Mig.

Vaccination card showing that they were vaccinated at least 14 days before the date of entry to the country. It is accepted to have at least one dose.

They must bring a PCR test performed 72 hours in advance and with a negative result".

Looks like visitors will need both the vaccine and the test.

There are two separate categories of travelers.

Fun Luvr
12-09-21, 00:54
Apologies if this is a read-the-fucking-thread thing, but I'm having a problem here that I haven't had traveling elsewhere: no ATMs will give me money. I put the card in, it asks me if I want to withdraw from savings or checking account (neither works), and then it says the transaction failed. I called JP Morgan Chase and they couldn't tell me anything. What gives? I had to get COP from one of those shitty currency exchanges using my cards.You should continue trying your card. A while back, the international ATM network was not working in Colombia. For almost a week, no withdrawals were possible with a foreign bank card. Also, try other banks. Davivienda and Scotiabank Colpatria always have worked for me if the network was working. Bancolombia has been a crap shoot for me.

Nypher
12-09-21, 01:36
I am from the USA and most Americans that I know don't view Colombia any kind of way because they do not know anything about it. It might as well be Mexico as far as they are concerned. Most Americans break the world down to White, Black, Mexican, Chinese.You got that right.

I was born in a developing country then immigrated to America so I view the world differently. Where I'm from, hot water is a luxury. I have friends whos been living in East New York for 30+ years and constantly ask me if I'm not scared to go to CTG because its dangerous. The irony of them asking me that like the crime in East New York on a summer weekend is equal to the a whole years worth of crimes in CTG. Many Americans don't have passports or even travel out of their own state and base their views through TV shows, movies and stories they hear. Its like they watched Narcos on Netflix and that's all the info they need to come to a conclusion on Colombia.

Captain Solo
12-09-21, 03:03
I had the same problem with a CS debit card at a few ATMs, but another card worked perfect.

Called CS, they said wrong pin too many time, they had to block it out. Reset the PIN, card works now.

Elvis 2008
12-09-21, 04:08
Hmmm not sure about your info, I saw this:

"Colombians, foreigners residing in Colombia, and diplomats and their families:

Pre-registration form of Migraciand Colombia with the data of your trip on the Check-Mig page before coming to Colombia. You must enter the following link: Check-Mig.

Vaccination card showing that they were vaccinated at least 14 days before the date of entry to the country.

If they have not been vaccinated, they can bring a PCR test performed 72 hours in advance and with a negative result.

Foreigners not residing in Colombia but visiting the country for tourism or business purposes:

Pre-registration form for Migraciand Colombia with your travel information on the Check-Mig page before coming to Colombia. You must enter the following link: Check-Mig.

Vaccination card showing that they were vaccinated at least 14 days before the date of entry to the country. It is accepted to have at least one dose..A number of article used the word PCR or vaccine. I see what you read. Now here is one saying you need both. https://www.aviacionline.com/2021/12/colombia-begins-to-require-pcr-test-and-vaccination-to-enter-the-country/.

God, I hate this shit.

MusicIsLove
12-09-21, 13:48
Hmmm not sure about your info, I saw this:

"Colombians, foreigners residing in Colombia, and diplomats and their families:

Pre-registration form of Migraciand Colombia with the data of your trip on the Check-Mig page before coming to Colombia. You must enter the following link: Check-Mig.

Vaccination card showing that they were vaccinated at least 14 days before the date of entry to the country.

If they have not been vaccinated, they can bring a PCR test performed 72 hours in advance and with a negative result.

Foreigners not residing in Colombia but visiting the country for tourism or business purposes:

Pre-registration form for Migraciand Colombia with your travel information on the Check-Mig page before coming to Colombia. You must enter the following link: Check-Mig.

Vaccination card showing that they were vaccinated at least 14 days before the date of entry to the country. It is accepted to have at least one dose..As I read it, the second category needs a PCR test if they only have one jab of the two jab vaccines. It would be nice to have some clarification on this as I am traveling to Colombia in a few weeks.

World Travel 69
12-09-21, 16:21
This may get you started.

https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?hl=en&mid=1PUfkhjrv3onyVnQ-7YJ-idHEite-w24Y&ll=4.138977665539278%2C-73.62349845000001&z=15


You're spot on, Mr. E.

Heading into Bogota on Saturday, then on to check out Frogg's recent discovery, Villavicencio. Been coming here since 1970, and Colombia's an always-exciting, wonderful place, filled with a colorful cast of great people.

Too bad so many Americans fear it so much. But, hey, better for the rest of us.

Happy hols to all.

Poly.

MusicIsLove
12-09-21, 20:05
As I read it, the second category needs a PCR test if they only have one jab of the two jab vaccines. It would be nice to have some clarification on this as I am traveling to Colombia in a few weeks.I think it is full vaccine status or one shot and and a PCR test. Here is what Medellin Guru is saying:

"For tourists visiting Colombia, must have a completed vaccination record or at least one vaccination and a PCR test with a negative result taken within 72 hours."

I have scheduled a test just in case, but I don't think it is required. Anyone else have more information?

FlowState985
12-09-21, 20:27
A number of article used the word PCR or vaccine. I see what you read. Now here is one saying you need both. https://www.aviacionline.com/2021/12/colombia-begins-to-require-pcr-test-and-vaccination-to-enter-the-country/.

God, I hate this shit.I hope we get the official word on the 14th that is either fully vax or PCR and not both for tourists.

Xpartan
12-09-21, 21:08
For what it's worth, here is an official update from the USA Embassy.

"Entry and Exit Requirements .

Are USA Citizens permitted to enter?8239;Yes.

As of December 14, all visitors to Colombia aged 18 or older will need to provide proof of complete vaccination for entry. If your final COVID vaccine was less than 14 days before entry to Colombia you will need to have a PCR test 72 hours prior to arrival in Colombia.

Travelers must complete Migracióand Colombia's online Check-Mig form within 48 hours of boarding an inbound or outbound flight from Colombia. If the normal form's website is down travelers can find a contingency website here. ".

https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Mr Enternational
12-09-21, 21:15
I hope we get the official word on the 14th that is either fully vax or PCR and not both for tourists.Appears that it is either. From the minister of health: Show a completed vaccination card in which you have taken the final dose at least 14 days before the flight. If you have not gotten the completed vaccine doses before 14 days then you have to show a negative PCR test from a maximum of 72 hours before the flight. It does not say anything about must have a vaccine card.

So the question is are they viewing a person with no doses the same as a person with not the full amount of doses? His statement does not distinguish. A person with no doses has incomplete doses, but a person with incomplete doses does not mean they have no doses.

El segundo grupo (extranjeros que no residen en Colombia, sino que visitan el pas por turismo u ocio) tiene que presentar su carn de vacunacin con esquema completo, al menos 14 das antes del vuelo. Si tiene el esquema incompleto o no ha cumplido los 14 das de haberlo terminado, para poder entrar al pas debe tener una prueba PCR negativa con mximo 72 horas de antelacin.

https://www.minsalud.gov.co/Paginas/Carne-de-vacunacion-o-prueba-PCR-seran-obligatorios-para-entrar-a-Colombia.aspx

Elvis 2008
12-09-21, 21:52
Appears that it is either. From the minister of health: Show a completed vaccination card in which you have taken the final dose at least 14 days before the flight. If you have not gotten the completed vaccine doses before 14 days then you have to show a negative PCR test from a maximum of 72 hours before the flight. It does not say anything about must have a vaccine card.

So the question is are they viewing a person with no doses the same as a person with not the full amount of doses? His statement does not distinguish. A person with no doses has incomplete doses, but a person with incomplete doses does not mean they have no doses.

El segundo grupo (extranjeros que no residen en Colombia, sino que visitan el pas por turismo u ocio) tiene que presentar su carn de vacunacin con esquema completo, al menos 14 das antes del vuelo. Si tiene el esquema incompleto o no ha cumplido los 14 das de haberlo terminado, para poder entrar al pas debe tener una prueba PCR negativa con mximo 72 horas de antelacin.We'll see but your article is from December 7 like my first link when they said vaccination or PCR. My second link was from the 8th where they said for tourists it is vaccination and PCR. So no one knows yet which one it will be for sure but my guess is that it is going to be both PCR and vaccine.

The one thing for sure is that in a few months it will change after this policy puts a major dent in their tourism dollars. They have changed things eight times in the last 15 months.

Fun Luvr
12-09-21, 22:42
So the question is are they viewing a person with no doses the same as a person with not the full amount of doses? His statement does not distinguish. A person with no doses has incomplete doses, but a person with incomplete doses does not mean they have no doses. ... https://www.minsalud.gov.co/Paginas/Carne-de-vacunacion-o-prueba-PCR-seran-obligatorios-para-entrar-a-Colombia.aspxIt appears they consider an incomplete vaccination the same as no vaccination. Also, it's up to the airlines to enforce the requirement, so it's possible to have different requirements with different airlines. I'll be checking the airline's website before my next trip to verify their requirement.

Biden's stupid one day requirement is the real hair in the ointment. He constantly promotes vaccinations, but makes no distinction between the vaccinated and unvaccinated when entering the US by air. I had made my reservation prior to his mandate and I return on a Monday. Not many options of getting the test on a Sunday.

Nypher
12-09-21, 23:31
It appears they consider an incomplete vaccination the same as no vaccination. Also, it's up to the airlines to enforce the requirement, so it's possible to have different requirements with different airlines. I'll be checking the airline's website before my next trip to verify their requirement.

Biden's stupid one day requirement is the real hair in the ointment. He constantly promotes vaccinations, but makes no distinction between the vaccinated and unvaccinated when entering the US by air. I had made my reservation prior to his mandate and I return on a Monday. Not many options of getting the test on a Sunday.Are you departing from CTG?

I have a contact in CTG that can get you the Antigen for 160 K. They come directly to your location and you get the results in 1 hour.

JjBee62
12-09-21, 23:42
It appears they consider an incomplete vaccination the same as no vaccination. Also, it's up to the airlines to enforce the requirement, so it's possible to have different requirements with different airlines. I'll be checking the airline's website before my next trip to verify their requirement.

Biden's stupid one day requirement is the real hair in the ointment. He constantly promotes vaccinations, but makes no distinction between the vaccinated and unvaccinated when entering the US by air. I had made my reservation prior to his mandate and I return on a Monday. Not many options of getting the test on a Sunday.The airport testing site is supposedly open 24/7. Also some of the home testing kits are acceptable if they are performed according to the directions, which requires a video call to the testing company so they can observe you performing the test.

I'm certain there are also testing locations in Medellin which are open on Sunday, but I didn't feel like spending another 2 minutes finding the information. I can see how spending a couple of minutes finding out easily accessible information can be completely exhausting. That damned Biden.

LatinaLover#1
12-10-21, 12:28
The airport testing site is supposedly open 24/7. Also some of the home testing kits are acceptable if they are performed according to the directions, which requires a video call to the testing company so they can observe you performing the test.

I'm certain there are also testing locations in Medellin which are open on Sunday, but I didn't feel like spending another 2 minutes finding the information. I can see how spending a couple of minutes finding out easily accessible information can be completely exhausting. That damned Biden.When you log in for an appointment you will see Sundays especially is limited hours. Also the best, most reliable site for info on entering Colombia can be found here:

https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php
Just click on the country that you need info on.

Balboa
12-11-21, 02:40
Straight from AA site:

Take notice that I entered a Dec 10 departure for Colombia.

According to the site Unvaccinated now cannot enter.

Also notice that it says Vaccinated do NOT require a PCR test.

Blingz
12-11-21, 04:02
Hey guys,

I was just curious, can anyone confirm if the weather forecast is correct? Because it is saying that it is raining every single day up to next weekend. That doesn't seem right. Says its raining for Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena. No way, can't be true.

Can someone confirm this for me? I heard the weather is amazing right now from a friend whose out there but he's at Pereira.

So can someone whose in Colombia confirm whether this is true or not?

I'm not going to Colombia now, but I'm definitely a little worried if it keeps raining. I'm going the first 2 weeks of January and I need good weather to really enjoy my first trip to Colombia.

PolyOrchid
12-11-21, 06:17
Straight from AA site:

Take notice that I entered a Dec 10 departure for Colombia.

According to the site Unvaccinated now cannot enter.

Also notice that it says Vaccinated do NOT require a PCR test.So much shit going on with this tests and vaccination demands. I'm sitting at gate 32 in Mexico City International airport, fully checked in and waiting for an 00:40 flight with Avianca to Bogota. I was told no requirements for PCR tests nor vaccination.

I did fill out the online Checkmig card for Colombian immigration, and they did ask if you had received a vax, but no prohibition notices. Will publish my results after I clear immigration. In 5 hours. Fingers crossed.

Huacho
12-11-21, 16:40
Hey guys,

I was just curious, can anyone confirm if the weather forecast is correct? Because it is saying that it is raining every single day up to next weekend. That doesn't seem right. Says its raining for Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena. No way, can't be true.

Can someone confirm this for me? I heard the weather is amazing right now from a friend whose out there but he's at Pereira.

So can someone whose in Colombia confirm whether this is true or not?

I'm not going to Colombia now, but I'm definitely a little worried if it keeps raining. I'm going the first 2 weeks of January and I need good weather to really enjoy my first trip to Colombia.The rain in Colombia, especially in Medellin, can happen at any time, is unpredictable, and is a fact of life. It does not rain heavily all day long for days on end. Bring an umbrella and don't worry about it. If you really can't handle rain, don't go to Colombia. It rains quite a bit in most places.

JustTK
12-11-21, 17:13
I was just curious, can anyone confirm if the weather forecast is correct? Because it is saying that it is raining every single day up to next weekend. That doesn't seem right. Says its raining for Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena. No way, can't be true.
.Its grey, cool and wet for much of the year in Medellin. Some call it the city of eternal spring. I call it the city of eternal winter.

The Caribbean coast has a much drier climate. It hardly rains for most of the year, but it does have a rainy season (when I caught dengue fever) from May-June. Also apparently CTG can be wet in Oct-Nov.

Nypher
12-11-21, 19:19
Hey guys,

I was just curious, can anyone confirm if the weather forecast is correct? Because it is saying that it is raining every single day up to next weekend. That doesn't seem right. Says its raining for Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena. No way, can't be true.

Can someone confirm this for me? I heard the weather is amazing right now from a friend whose out there but he's at Pereira.

So can someone whose in Colombia confirm whether this is true or not?

I'm not going to Colombia now, but I'm definitely a little worried if it keeps raining. I'm going the first 2 weeks of January and I need good weather to really enjoy my first trip to Colombia.You're going in January and its December, way too early to be worrying about weather or predict it.

You're not saying where you're going. Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena have completely different climates. For example, I'm in CTG allot and its always a surprise rain shower that lasts about an hour and it can happen at any time.

Also, my chicas tell me the rainy season is from August to December.

Quiksilver
12-11-21, 19:55
Hey guys,

I was just curious, can anyone confirm if the weather forecast is correct? Because it is saying that it is raining every single day up to next weekend. That doesn't seem right. Says its raining for Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena. No way, can't be true.

Can someone confirm this for me? I heard the weather is amazing right now from a friend whose out there but he's at Pereira.

So can someone whose in Colombia confirm whether this is true or not?

I'm not going to Colombia now, but I'm definitely a little worried if it keeps raining. I'm going the first 2 weeks of January and I need good weather to really enjoy my first trip to Colombia.Having lived in Bogota and had many trips there, the best way to describe the weather there is schizophrenic with the rain. Prepare for most days there to have at least showers, especially in the afternoon. Also important to remember that Bogota is much further up in elevation and is distinctly cooler than MDE and CTG. Prepare accordingly.

Bogota is the one city in the world I've ever lived in where I never paid much attention to the forecast because there was just no point other than 50/60's with showers / rain.

Elvis 2008
12-11-21, 20:43
Having lived in Bogota and had many trips there, the best way to describe the weather there is schizophrenic with the rain. Prepare for most days there to have at least showers, especially in the afternoon. Also important to remember that Bogota is much further up in elevation and is distinctly cooler than MDE and CTG. Prepare accordingly.

Bogota is the one city in the world I've ever lived in where I never paid much attention to the forecast because there was just no point other than 50/60's with showers / rain.+ 100. That is the perfect description of Bogota weather.

PerkinWarbeck
12-11-21, 21:27
Are you departing from CTG?

I have a contact in CTG that can get you the Antigen for 160 K. They come directly to your location and you get the results in 1 hour.Hi. Can you share the contact? When I have left CTG the past few times this year, the testers were super slow getting results back.

Nypher
12-11-21, 22:42
Hi. Can you share the contact? When I have left CTG the past few times this year, the testers were super slow getting results back.https://goo.gl/maps/FG5M3qFhiJKUsJde7

Blue building.

160 K for the Antigen, call and they will come to you or you can go to the location and set up the appointment. I Usually do it with them when I stay in Centro.

Here is another where you can walk in and get the test. This is by the large Exito close to the clock tower.

https://goo.gl/maps/6Na8aaWKnoFoKB4W8

LatinaLover#1
12-12-21, 13:56
Hey guys,

I was just curious, can anyone confirm if the weather forecast is correct? Because it is saying that it is raining every single day up to next weekend. That doesn't seem right. Says its raining for Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena. No way, can't be true.

Can someone confirm this for me? I heard the weather is amazing right now from a friend whose out there but he's at Pereira.

So can someone whose in Colombia confirm whether this is true or not?

I'm not going to Colombia now, but I'm definitely a little worried if it keeps raining. I'm going the first 2 weeks of January and I need good weather to really enjoy my first trip to Colombia.Weatherman? Jaja no need for a weatherman because it can rain at any minute, You'll see lots of Bogotanas carrying an umbrella on a sunny day. I have been out early in the morning on a warm sunny day and go to the mall in a short sleeve shirt and when I exit the mall it's freezing cold and raining like a the end of the world. Just the other day my Novia was telling me it was hailing in Bogota. My advice, be ready for anything.

AmoMedellin
12-19-21, 20:20
If a country make cannabis legal, and maybe some other pills like Tradamdol, etc.

And the criminal gangs loose their income, what happens?

I suggest; Liberalization creates even more dangerous criminal gangs; out of business they re-invent themselves as kidnappers, extortion, attacking sensitive businesses vital to the function of the society.

This while in drogwars, Gang A kills Gang be members only and vice versa.

Is it the best option to just accept that we can't get a better society, this is "As Good As It get's."

Are there any empirical, historical studies on this?

If the limit, imagined by both Police and criminals, that the battle we are fighting is about drogmoney, there might be a red lline to cross.

In comparison drug-related criminality are relatively "mild" compared with assassinations of politcal or business competitors, or vendettas.

Trevor2522
12-19-21, 23:48
https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

As of December 14,2021, visitors to Colombia ages 18 or older will need to provide proof of complete vaccination for entry. If your final COVID vaccine was less than 14 days before entry to Colombia you will also need to have a PCR test 72 hours prior to arrival in Colombia. Visitors ages 18 or older who have not had any vaccine will not be eligible for entry to Colombia.

Unvaccinated Colombian residents are permitted to enter with a negative test. Tourists are not! Huge change in attitude compared to their former unvaccinated, no-testing policy. The only fully-green countries for North Americans now are Mexico, Costa Rica, El Salvador and Dominican Republic -- no medical requirements.

https://www.kayak.com/travel-restrictions?&origin=US

Zeos1
12-20-21, 01:17
Its grey, cool and wet for much of the year in Medellin. Some call it the city of eternal spring. I call it the city of eternal winter.

The Caribbean coast has a much drier climate. It hardly rains for most of the year, but it does have a rainy season (when I caught dengue fever) from May-June. Also apparently CTG can be wet in Oct-Nov.I'm thinking the grey, cool, and wet would be Bogota. I've been in Medellin when it rained, but I never have been there when I would call it cool.

But Bogota is such that you want a jacket in the evening at least virtually all year long. And an umbrella handy.

AmoMedellin
12-21-21, 00:11
Its grey, cool and wet for much of the year in Medellin. Some call it the city of eternal spring. I call it the city of eternal winter.

The Caribbean coast has a much drier climate. It hardly rains for most of the year, but it does have a rainy season (when I caught dengue fever) from May-June. Also apparently CTG can be wet in Oct-Nov.Back in the days many report said very negative things about Medellin. Simply to hold off competitors to fly in and ruin the game.

This post comes in a time when Medellin is widely accepted as a superb destination for a longer holiday with or without "prepagos", or retirement location.

Medellin practically always have good weather, I have never experienced bad. It sometimes rain a lot, but not for days and days, like in in Asia with the Monsun.

Practically all days are good, very good.

Winter? Medellin has 21-22 Celsius in medium, range is like 15-33 Celcius, very very stable.

Somehow a funny report. The guys, back in the days; Medellin is under siege from criminal gangs, etc etc, calling a splendid summer a winter does not do the trick to keep away competitors for Luxury _Pocahontas_Pussy.

This is what Medellin iss best known for and is also real; Pocahontas Babes are everywhere and they love gringos! Literarlly!

Now I don't want to be disturbed anymore by Plebejians, I'm listening to Harmonielehre (John adams).

BigButtDetecto
12-21-21, 03:12
If a country make cannabis legal, and maybe some other pills like Tradamdol, etc.

And the criminal gangs loose their income, what happens?

I suggest; Liberalization creates even more dangerous criminal gangs; out of business they re-invent themselves as kidnappers, extortion, attacking sensitive businesses vital to the function of the society.

This while in drogwars, Gang A kills Gang be members only and vice versa.

Is it the best option to just accept that we can't get a better society, this is "As Good As It get's."

Are there any empirical, historical studies on this?

If the limit, imagined by both Police and criminals, that the battle we are fighting is about drogmoney, there might be a red lline to cross.

In comparison drug-related criminality are relatively "mild" compared with assassinations of politcal or business competitors, or vendettas.Your theory would be "be nice with the narcos because they can be nastier". Drug cartel can actually not be more nefarious. Kidnapping, extortion corruption, mass murders already happen despite their juicy business.

Mr Enternational
12-21-21, 23:15
I told my chicks that I expect them to be taking me on a trip with this raise they are getting.

Recientemente el presidente Iván Duque anunció el incremento del 10.7 % en el salario mínimo que regirá en 2022. De tal forma que los trabajadores que devengan este monto recibirán un millón de pesos (252 dólares) más el auxilio de transporte, es decir, un total de 1.117.000 pesos (cerca de 282 dólares).

https://www.eltiempo.com/amp/mundo/eeuu-y-canada/salario-minimo-en-estados-unidos-cuanto-es-en-pesos-colombianos-640172

SkyBuilder
12-22-21, 12:51
https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

As of December 14,2021, visitors to Colombia ages 18 or older will need to provide proof of complete vaccination for entry. If your final COVID vaccine was less than 14 days before entry to Colombia you will also need to have a PCR test 72 hours prior to arrival in Colombia. Visitors ages 18 or older who have not had any vaccine will not be eligible for entry to Colombia.

Unvaccinated Colombian residents are permitted to enter with a negative test. Tourists are not! Huge change in attitude compared to their former unvaccinated, no-testing policy. The only fully-green countries for North Americans now are Mexico, Costa Rica, El Salvador and Dominican Republic -- no medical requirements.

https://www.kayak.com/travel-restrictions?&origin=USSo I have had the single dose J&J and no boosters of any kind.

Do I still need the Negative PCR to enter?

I live in Barranquilla about half my time and have been searching all over for the answer to this so I don't show up for my flight tomorrow morning and get denied.

Thanks for any help guys.

May I say Merry Christmas and an incredible New Year to come for all.

SKY.

Fun Luvr
12-22-21, 14:32
So I have had the single dose J&J and no boosters of any kind.

Do I still need the Negative PCR to enter?

I live in Barranquilla about half my time and have been searching all over for the answer to this so I don't show up for my flight tomorrow morning and get denied.

Thanks for any help guys.

May I say Merry Christmas and an incredible New Year to come for all.

SKY.If your shot was more than 14 days ago, you don't need the PCR test, just your vaccination card showing the J&J vaccine.

JjBee62
12-22-21, 14:49
I told my chicks that I expect them to be taking me on a trip with this raise they are getting.

Recientemente el presidente Ivn Duque anunci el incremento del 10.7 % en el salario mnimo que regir en 2022. De tal forma que los trabajadores que devengan este monto recibirn un milln de pesos (252 dlares) ms el auxilio de transporte, es decir, un total de 1.117.000 pesos (cerca de 282 dlares).

https://www.eltiempo.com/amp/mundo/eeuu-y-canada/salario-minimo-en-estados-unidos-cuanto-es-en-pesos-colombianos-640172.Not sure how far you're going to travel on 102.000 COP split 2 ways.

JjBee62
12-22-21, 14:50
So I have had the single dose J&J and no boosters of any kind.

Do I still need the Negative PCR to enter?

I live in Barranquilla about half my time and have been searching all over for the answer to this so I don't show up for my flight tomorrow morning and get denied.

Thanks for any help guys.

May I say Merry Christmas and an incredible New Year to come for all..The way I understand it you just need to complete the recommended dosing schedule for your vaccine. You shouldn't need a booster or a PCR test.

Parasitius
12-23-21, 06:50
The way I understand it you just need to complete the recommended dosing schedule for your vaccine. You shouldn't need a booster or a PCR test.I had the same struggle. There is no info out there if J&J is considered a full single dose vaccine by the Colombian government. At least that I could find.

I came in last week with J&J back in August and a J&J booster just 24 hrs before my flight. They didn't say or ask anything. I do think the booster should not have been considered in any way shape or form since it wasn't 14 days old.

John Gault
01-07-22, 11:31
I'm trying to complete this form online and when I put the flight number in I get a response that the number is incorrect. I have checked it 10 times with no luck. I'm positive I put the right number in. I wonder if I can get this corrected at the airport. I know you have to have the form sent in no later than one hour before the flight. Anyone please advise what I should do?

Captain Solo
01-07-22, 14:38
John Gault.

As I remember the flight number takes only numbers, not alphabet.

What airline are you flying? I don't think they will help you at the airport.

Fun Luvr
01-07-22, 15:14
I'm trying to complete this form online and when I put the flight number in I get a response that the number is incorrect. I have checked it 10 times with no luck. I'm positive I put the right number in. I wonder if I can get this corrected at the airport. I know you have to have the form sent in no later than one hour before the flight. Anyone please advise what I should do?Are you traveling to Colombia or leaving? Make sure the flight number is the flight arriving or leaving Colombia, and only use numbers, no letters. I only fly Copa, and their counter agents are good with helping people fill out forms. Hopefully other airline agents are also helpful.

Captain Solo
01-07-22, 15:27
https://www.consumerreports.org/carry-on-luggage/when-carry-on-luggage-isnt-carry-on-size/

Check your air tickets for luggage allowances. Most tickets should allow you 1 carryon luggage under 22 x14 x9 inches which fit in the overhead bin, also a soft bag for personal items. If your luggage exceeds 22 x14 x9 inch including wheels and handles, check luggage fee can be expensive. Airlines will dick you for high check luggage fee.

I bought an American Tourister carry-on flexible roll along case in Bogota. It fit inside the box at the VivaAerobus' counter, but they nailed me for $145 fee for a flight from Medellin to Mexico city.

At Volaris' counter in Mexico City, agents told me the piece did not have to check in, it's slightly large but would fit in the overhead bin. But at the gate, Volaris agents refused to let me board, had no workers to take it back to the counter, told me to take it back, which was half the airport away with long waiting lines, would take hours and I would miss the flight. Damn.

I came back to the gate talking to the English-speaking flight crew chief. He said he could not take the chance not being able to close the overhead bin and the plane could not take off. He had a real safety and regulation concern as a bursar, not trying to dick me for extra luggage money. After all passengers boarded, he told me my luggage would have to stay behind. Lucky I had a smaller pilot roll-along case that fit inside the big one. I packed valuables into the smaller case, wore an extra sweater under the jacket, discarded some old clothes inside the brand-new Am Tourister alleged carry-on case at the gate and boarded the plane to go home. Another passenger also had to discard his big hard case and carried all his clothes in a trash bag onto the plane. That was allowed.

So buy a pilot carry on case 22 x14 x8 to prevent ridiculous check luggage fees by cheap airlines. Don't forget this perfect Medellin beauty by Botero.

John Gault
01-07-22, 16:56
Are you traveling to Colombia or leaving? Make sure the flight number is the flight arriving or leaving Colombia, and only use numbers, no letters. I only fly Copa, and their counter agents are good with helping people fill out forms. Hopefully other airline agents are also helpful.I used only numbers. I'm going to MDE.

JjBee62
01-07-22, 17:17
I used only numbers. I'm going to MDE.The only time I had that problem it was because I had chosen the wrong destination airport. I had selected the Olaya Herrera Airport instead of the Jose Maria Cordova Airport.

Smokers Rule
01-10-22, 19:21
I'm considering a trip to CTG and MDE in early March. I took a few trips last year and the situation was decent some places and less decent others re: restrictions. Are things generally open and open late? (I went to Portugal last summer and everything closed at 7! Brazil was cool, but they made you wear your masks everywher -- even the beach.) Is the chica scene in CTG and MDE decent nowadays? (I primarily use Facebook in Colombia, so I assume this is not a problem.

I have heard that some normally GF places are being stricter on letting girls in.).

Thanks in advance for any advice about coming / not coming early March.

LuvChicas
01-11-22, 00:39
I'm considering a trip to CTG and MDE in early March. I took a few trips last year and the situation was decent some places and less decent others re: restrictions. Are things generally open and open late? (I went to Portugal last summer and everything closed at 7! Brazil was cool, but they made you wear your masks everywher -- even the beach.) Is the chica scene in CTG and MDE decent nowadays? (I primarily use Facebook in Colombia, so I assume this is not a problem.

I have heard that some normally GF places are being stricter on letting girls in.).

Thanks in advance for any advice about coming / not coming early March.I just flew into MDE on Jan 6th, and for the first time I was asked to show my vacc card and inspected by the migra.

MDE has no curfew in effect. Leaving for CTG tomorrow, but as of last year Oct there was 2 am curfew in effect.

Chica scene is still decent so far in MDE, but I can only speak for el centro area Botero Plaza. I would still "cum".

Ornitomovil
01-14-22, 19:59
Any of you entered Colombia with a first dose plus neg PCR since 12/14?

There is some mixed info floating around that only double vaxed can enter, also that first vac and neg PCR can enter. Since I had the shit last year my doctor recommending just have the first dose, which I did.

Any of you have direct info from the Col. Gov about this in Spanish?

Nypher
01-15-22, 01:17
Any of you entered Colombia with a first dose plus neg PCR since 12/14?

There is some mixed info floating around that only double vaxed can enter, also that first vac and neg PCR can enter. Since I had the shit last year my doctor recommending just have the first dose, which I did.

Any of you have direct info from the Col. Gov about this in Spanish?Why are you asking random strangers about things that are listed on Colombia's official Embassy site? The shouldn't be any mixed info floating around anywhere. If its not stated on Colombia's official site then do not believe it, or you can chance it and the worst that can happen is you get denied entry and your money and time wasted.

Get your up to date information from the source:

https://co.usembassy.gov/health-alert%e2%80%afnew-covid-19-entry-requirements-colombia/

SkyBuilder
01-15-22, 11:30
Any of you entered Colombia with a first dose plus neg PCR since 12/14?

There is some mixed info floating around that only double vaxed can enter, also that first vac and neg PCR can enter. Since I had the shit last year my doctor recommending just have the first dose, which I did.

Any of you have direct info from the Col. Gov about this in Spanish?I just got back last weekend from BAQ. My plans to fly for the Christmas / New Year Holiday took a very sudden turn when they changed the rule in early December. I was not Vaxd when the Ministry of Health proclaimed that all Non-Residents must either be fully vaxd or show a Neg PCR. At the time I couldn't find the Rapid PCR near me so I went with the Johnson 1 Poke as I still had time for the 2 weeks required to be considered FULLY VAXD.

I was shocked that I had my card checked twice in FLL Airport before leaving and it was heavily examined upon arrival in BAQ by La Migra. Once there I was asked to show it at several restaurants and clubs.

If you want to enter many of the upscale restaurants and night clubs you will need you Vax card with you at all times.

My card is only a month old and almost worn out from constantly getting it out and showing it around. These things are larger than a normal wallet so you have to fold them and they are crappy card stock so it seems that they wear out pretty quickly. Don't really know what to do about that when it is unreadable.

Any thoughts on that would be helpful.

Be safe and have a blast.

SKY.

Zeos1
01-15-22, 13:38
Any of you entered Colombia with a first dose plus neg PCR since 12/14?

There is some mixed info floating around that only double vaxed can enter, also that first vac and neg PCR can enter. Since I had the shit last year my doctor recommending just have the first dose, which I did.

Any of you have direct info from the Col. Gov about this in Spanish?I don't have the link, but I read it in Spanish (when it first came out) and it seemed very clear. Non residents need to be fully vaccinated to enter.



Edited to add: I did a search and on https://colombia.travel/en/covid-19-information it indicates that indeed you may be able to enter with first dose of vaccine plus PCR test..

Nypher
01-15-22, 17:09
If you want to enter many of the upscale restaurants and night clubs you will need you Vax card with you at all times.

My card is only a month old and almost worn out from constantly getting it out and showing it around. These things are larger than a normal wallet so you have to fold them and they are crappy card stock so it seems that they wear out pretty quickly. Don't really know what to do about that when it is unreadable.

Any thoughts on that would be helpful.

Be safe and have a blast..Same thing happened to me in December in CTG Dolce did not let anyone in unless proof of vaccine was shown, same with upscale restaurants in Centro. But once we got to El Lagito, Bocagrande and Getsemeni no one asked. I leave the card in the safe and use the app, over here in NJ we have the Docket app that shows vaccine status and across the bridge in NY they have Excelsior Pass. You may want to check if your state also have its own version of the app and take a screenshot of the vaccine app as its faster to pull up a photo.

Ornitomovil
01-16-22, 02:00
Thanks for checking.


I don't have the link, but I read it in Spanish (when it first came out) and it seemed very clear. Non residents need to be fully vaccinated to enter..

World Travel 69
01-16-22, 15:34
Seal it in plastic, just like I do with the copy of my first two pages of my passport.


I just got back last weekend from BAQ. My plans to fly for the Christmas / New Year Holiday took a very sudden turn when they changed the rule in early December. I was not Vaxd when the Ministry of Health proclaimed that all Non-Residents must either be fully vaxd or show a Neg PCR. At the time I couldn't find the Rapid PCR near me so I went with the Johnson 1 Poke as I still had time for the 2 weeks required to be considered FULLY VAXD.

I was shocked that I had my card checked twice in FLL Airport before leaving and it was heavily examined upon arrival in BAQ by La Migra. Once there I was asked to show it at several restaurants and clubs.

If you want to enter many of the upscale restaurants and night clubs you will need you Vax card with you at all times..

Mr Enternational
01-16-22, 18:36
Seal it in plastic, just like I do with the copy of my first two pages of my passport.Do you mean laminate it or just put it in a plastic bag? If you laminate it you will not be able to write the monthly boosters on it later.

World Travel 69
01-17-22, 15:47
Just put it in one of these.

Just copy and laminate the first two pages of your passport.

PussyRiot
01-22-22, 22:55
Wanted to buy few bottles of liquor and coffee back to the states and is it better to purchase them at duty free?

Usually never buy anything and curious to see how is works.

Nypher
01-23-22, 00:02
Wanted to buy few bottles of liquor and coffee back to the states and is it better to purchase them at duty free?

Usually never buy anything and curious to see how is works.At Duty Free you will pay more than the local store. You do not have to declare coffee or liquor if its only a few bottles. I've brought back liquor and coffee many times, I just put it in my checked luggage, I just have to warn you, wrap that coffee several times in a sealed bag, its strong and will remain on your clothes until you wash them. If you're the carry on only type then you will not get through security with any liquor bottles and must go Duty Free. Also be aware just because you see something on the arrival side of Duty Free does not mean it will be on the departure side (I learned this the hard way in CTG when we came in they had allot of local Colombian rum, and I thought ill buy it to take back home when leaving, when time came to leave, they had zero on the departure side.)

Another thing to be aware of, unless you have a straight flight with no transfers in another country, Duty Free may be an issue.

I had an issue when leaving Asia I brought liquor from Duty Free on the departure side, allowed on the plane with it, landed in another country for my connecting flight to return to the US and they would not let me on the plane with it. They stated that because I did not buy it from Duty free in their country it is not allowed in the main cabin. I had the choice of buying a small suitcase right then and there in the airport put the liquor inside and check the bag for an extra cost and pray the bottles didn't break or forfeit the liquor. Needless to say the cost of the suitcase + bag check fee was more than the liquor that was inside it. A very expensive lesson.

Mr Enternational
01-23-22, 00:10
Wanted to buy few bottles of liquor and coffee back to the states and is it better to purchase them at duty free?

Usually never buy anything and curious to see how is works.Go to the grocery store and buy it if you don't want to get ripped off. I bought coffee for my daughter once and some ladies shopping in the store told me to get Sello Rojo brand.

Don't know what kind of liquor you plan on buying. Really the only thing Colombia has is aguardiente. (They take shots of it; it tastes like black licorice - get the sugarless kind if you want to avoid a headache.) Things from any other country then you would come out better buying it at the store where you live.

ChuchoLoco
01-23-22, 02:52
Wanted to buy few bottles of liquor and coffee back to the states and is it better to purchase them at duty free?

Usually never buy anything and curious to see how is works.Liquor will need to go in check-in if you buy at other than duty free. And carryon from duty free is good only to where you first land.

LatinaLover#1
01-24-22, 04:36
Liquor will need to go in check-in if you buy at other than duty free. And carryon from duty free is good only to where you first land.Unless you want to be selected for secondary. If you put Coffee on the customs form or they know you have it, they will select you for xray. It's an agricultural screen for bugs etc. I brought coffee home from CR years ago. If you don't mind going to additional screening ok but I just want to breeze through, I'll but the coffee in the USA.

Fun Luvr
01-24-22, 05:12
Unless you want to be selected for secondary. If you put Coffee on the customs form or they know you have it, they will select you for xray. It's an agricultural screen for bugs etc. I brought coffee home from CR years ago. If you don't mind going to additional screening ok but I just want to breeze through, I'll but the coffee in the USA.Not saying you are wrong, but I have had different experiences. I always bring coffee from Colombia in my checked bag because the people in Panama will not allow ground coffee in carry-on bags. They say it is a powder. I have Global Entry so I do not fill out any customs form. Sometimes the agent asks if I am bringing anything from Colombia, and I tell them coffee. They send me on my way without any further checks.

Mr Enternational
01-24-22, 05:27
I have Global Entry so I do not fill out any customs form. Sometimes the agent asks if I am bringing anything from Colombia, and I tell them coffee. They send me on my way without any further checks.Where do they still have forms? Isn't it all facial recognition now? You just tell the officer what you have when they ask, or if you have something over the limit you just tell them.

"Roasted Coffee: Travelers are permitted to bring unlimited quantities of roasted coffee in their luggage without restriction through any U.S. port of entry. However, as with all agricultural products, you must declare the product at entry."

Nypher
01-24-22, 06:39
Where do they still have forms? Isn't it all facial recognition now? You just tell the officer what you have when they ask, or if you have something over the limit you just tell them.

"Roasted Coffee: Travelers are permitted to bring unlimited quantities of roasted coffee in their luggage without restriction through any U.S. port of entry. However, as with all agricultural products, you must declare the product at entry."On my last trip down to CTG on JetBlue the flight attendant walked through the cabin and handed out the form for anyone who had anything to declare. At first I thought it was the immigration form so when she got to my row before she even spoke I told her I already filled out the CheckMIG, but she told me it was if I had to something to declare. I was surprised as I have not seen that form in a long time both entering and leaving US. Maybe its random?

Fun Luvr
01-24-22, 14:59
Where do they still have forms? Isn't it all facial recognition now? You just tell the officer what you have when they ask, or if you have something over the limit you just tell them.The OP mentioned putting coffee on the customs form, so I was responding to that. For approximately the last year, it has been only facial recognition for me when going through customs in the US.

LatinaLover#1
01-25-22, 01:03
Where do they still have forms? Isn't it all facial recognition now? You just tell the officer what you have when they ask, or if you have something over the limit you just tell them.

"Roasted Coffee: Travelers are permitted to bring unlimited quantities of roasted coffee in their luggage without restriction through any U.S. port of entry. However, as with all agricultural products, you must declare the product at entry."Last October,2021 True no more paper forms to fill out in any of the major cities. I may be wrong but I think I remember answering some custom questions on the kiosk. Some many trips seem to melt together anymore.

Fun Luvr
01-25-22, 02:16
Last October,2021 True no more paper forms to fill out in any of the major cities. I may be wrong but I think I remember answering some custom questions on the kiosk. Some many trips seem to melt together anymore.When you had to scan your passport at the kiosk (before facial recognition), there were questions about if you brought certain products. Also, you had to verify your flight number.

OJeito
01-25-22, 03:17
On my last trip down to CTG on JetBlue the flight attendant walked through the cabin and handed out the form for anyone who had anything to declare. At first I thought it was the immigration form so when she got to my row before she even spoke I told her I already filled out the CheckMIG, but she told me it was if I had to something to declare. I was surprised as I have not seen that form in a long time both entering and leaving US. Maybe its random?I can also confirm this information as I recently visited Colombia via Houston on an United airlines flight. I'm thinking that this new protocol was ushered in with the new year because this form was not handed out on my previous trip to Colombia last July.

A couple things I found strange with The new form was a question that asked exactly how much cash you had on you. If you answered previously that you were not carrying more than 10 k USD, why would there be a follow up question about your cash? Another strange question was asking passengers to describe their luggage brands as well as the cost and color of their baggage. I'm sorry but this is pointless question! Do you really want to now how much I paid for my luggage?

Fwiw, The migration officer who stamped me did not ask to see the form and neither did the officer who questioned me after I gathered my luggage. I was simply asked if I had anything to declare, by which I answered no. The folded up form never left my pocket.

LatinaLover#1
01-31-22, 01:56
I can also confirm this information as I recently visited Colombia via Houston on an United airlines flight. I'm thinking that this new protocol was ushered in with the new year because this form was not handed out on my previous trip to Colombia last July.

A couple things I found strange with The new form was a question that asked exactly how much cash you had on you. If you answered previously that you were not carrying more than 10 k USD, why would there be a follow up question about your cash? Another strange question was asking passengers to describe their luggage brands as well as the cost and color of their baggage. I'm sorry but this is pointless question! Do you really want to now how much I paid for my luggage?

Fwiw, The migration officer who stamped me did not ask to see the form and neither did the officer who questioned me after I gathered my luggage. I was simply asked if I had anything to declare, by which I answered no. The folded up form never left my pocket.They are test questions to see if you are a mule and taking luggage that's not yours, given to you by someone else. Looking to catch you in a lie.

DonMedellin
02-03-22, 00:01
Booked a flight US to Medellin. I had to cancelled it in less 24 hours. I called their costumer service and was told that for refund to my credit card I must email VivaAir. Sent the email, received ticket number, but no response in 2 week. It takes up to 15 business days for them to respond according to the website. Does anyone has any experience with refund with VivaAir? I believe it is their policy to fully refund if flight is from US and cancelled in less than 24 hrs after booking. Thanks guys.

Mr Enternational
02-07-22, 19:30
Price of a 32 page Colombian passport is 172,000 pesos. Price of a 48 page Colombian passport is 262,000 pesos. Both are valid for 10 years.

"El pasaporte tiene un costo de 172.000 pesos, si es regular y de 262.000 pesos si es ejecutivo. La diferencia entre los dos tipos de pasaporte radica en que el ordinario tiene 32 páginas y el ejecutivo cuenta con 48. En ambos casos el documento tiene una vigencia 10 años."

https://www.eltiempo.com/economia/sectores/pasaporte-colombiano-2022-precios-y-paso-a-paso-para-solicitarlo-649656

LeyenLouvain
02-08-22, 23:49
I was taken aback at the "members in common" feature on Facebook when you are part of an eg. Expat group.

My friends list is private (because there are many hookers in there), but Facebook makes it easy to see which guys who have same hookers as friends, so presumably others can also see that I have hookers as friends.

Border agents sometimes look at social media and it makes me uncomfortable to realise how easy it would for them to link me to others in the mongering community, especially as not all are law-abiding.

Mr Enternational
02-09-22, 01:30
Border agents sometimes look at social media and it makes me uncomfortable to realise how easy it would for them to link me to others in the mongering community, especially as not all are law-abiding.If you have not committed any crimes, what is your worry? You think they are not off fucking hookers on their off days and vacation? They are normal people with a job to catch criminals. The job is not the person. Do you know how many law enforcement people are in the groups that I am in and that I have met that are even board members here? Even my own brother is a police officer and gets away from his wife to monger as often as he can. You are not doing anything top secret that was invented yesterday.

LatinaLover#1
02-09-22, 14:27
Booked a flight US to Medellin. I had to cancelled it in less 24 hours. I called their costumer service and was told that for refund to my credit card I must email VivaAir. Sent the email, received ticket number, but no response in 2 week. It takes up to 15 business days for them to respond according to the website. Does anyone has any experience with refund with VivaAir? I believe it is their policy to fully refund if flight is from US and cancelled in less than 24 hrs after booking. Thanks guys.I once booked a flight to SAI for four of us, we got there alright but what a shitty airline. I Once booked a flight from Bog to Ctg. For my girl when you could only get to the USA out of Ctg. But things changed and because the flight was only like $40 USD I just blew it off, not worth the time or effort to get it back. It's been my experience, trying to get a refund or return something is next to impossible anywhere in South / Latin America.

Lou32
02-24-22, 15:35
You can get Viagra, or the generic, sildenafilo, at any pharmacy. No prescription is needed. It is available in 50 and 100 MG doses. You can also get Cialis, generic tadalafilo. Prices vary widely.Any other common drugs that may be prescription only in the States available OTC in Colombia?

JjBee62
02-24-22, 15:46
Any other common drugs that may be prescription only in the States available OTC in Colombia?Quite a few. I've bought the generic Lunesta, a sleep aid, antibiotics and prednisolone, a steroid used for breathing issues and joint pain. You can also get 800 MG ibuprofen. Except for most narcotics, you can many things without a prescription.

Lou32
02-24-22, 23:47
Quite a few. I've bought the generic Lunesta, a sleep aid, antibiotics and prednisolone, a steroid used for breathing issues and joint pain. You can also get 800 MG ibuprofen. Except for most narcotics, you can many things without a prescription.Thanks for the info. I am going to try to buy Simvastatin and Atorvastatin when I come back in a few weeks. I'll see how that goes at the Drogueria.

Fun Luvr
02-27-22, 17:32
I noticed today that the Check-mig site and app will only allow completion of the form on the day of travel, even though their pop-up message says it can be completed up to 72 hours before the flight. Maybe it's just a temporary software glitch rather than a change of policy.

Mr Enternational
02-27-22, 17:48
I noticed today that the Check-mig site and app will only allow completion of the form on the day of travel, even though their pop-up message says it can be completed up to 72 hours before the flight. Maybe it's just a temporary software glitch rather than a change of policy.The pop up that I get says from 48 hours until 1 hour before the flight. As of now the form can be filled out up to March 1. Dates after March 1 give an error message.

Elvis 2008
02-27-22, 20:07
I noticed today that the Check-mig site and app will only allow completion of the form on the day of travel, even though their pop-up message says it can be completed up to 72 hours before the flight. Maybe it's just a temporary software glitch rather than a change of policy.FL, no one asked for check MIG on my way in or out of Colombia. I was there in the beginning of February. I think it is being phased out.

Big Boss Man
02-27-22, 20:55
Both Visa and Mastercard are denying booking with Avianca. Even Orbitz denied it and I thought it would be okay being an American company (I assume). I called Avianca and they said I needed to go to a travel agency. Has anybody here had any success? The tickets are way cheaper than American or Copa but does it come with a price?

LuvChicas
02-28-22, 08:46
Both Visa and Mastercard are denying booking with Avianca. Even Orbitz denied it and I thought it would be okay being an American company (I assume). I called Avianca and they said I needed to go to a travel agency. Has anybody here had any success? The tickets are way cheaper than American or Copa but does it come with a price?I've also had booking issues with Avianca in the past, but for the past few months no issues. When the web site booking process asks you for a Colombia phone number I use my Col hotel phone number. But when you get to credit card portion of the booking process, there I don't fudge it as I pay with my US CC. The AV site asks for the country of issue and your billing address, and local telephone number. Haven't had any issues with any of my domestic Colombia purchases recently. Good luck, Luvchicas.

ColombianBob
02-28-22, 13:28
Both Visa and Mastercard are denying booking with Avianca. Even Orbitz denied it and I thought it would be okay being an American company (I assume). I called Avianca and they said I needed to go to a travel agency. Has anybody here had any success? The tickets are way cheaper than American or Copa but does it come with a price?I have used Avianca with 0 problems for the past 20 years booking on the Colombian site for better prices. But since their BK filing during COVID my experience has been the polar opposite. In July 2021 I had a refundable ticket that I couldn't request a refund on the website. I had never had a problem before with a refund in the past. Max 2 weeks to get see. See. Refunded. The website denied me. I had to go in person to the office in Oviedo Mall in MDE to request the credit. 90 days later still pending. I had to dispute with AMEX and after proving up the ticket was refundable AMEX credited back the fare after inquiring with Avianca and not getting a response through a charge back.

Fast forward to 2 weeks ago. I had to purchase 2 tickets. One route NVA to BOG for my GF (Ticket 1) and one route BOG to PEI for both of us. (Ticket 2). I purchased Ticket 1 and purchase goes as expected. I purchase Ticket 2 and purchase goes as expected until 6 hours later I get an email from AV saying that the purchase did not go through due to irregularities with my payment type (CC). I follow up with AMEX as charge for Ticket 2 goes from Pending to Charged on CC.

Here is where it gets weird. After all tickets have been charged to my AMEX I check ticket status on Avianca.com. I check Ticket 2 which had a problem, and I can confirm this flight on the website. I check Ticket 1, which went through with no problem, and can't confirm flight on website. I call Avianca and through the representative that both tickets are confirmed and they send me a copy of the tickets to my email to prove confirmation. No explanation why Ticket 1 still can't confirm on the website. So, all tickets confirmed, but still a little nervous about having to confirm flights once I am in country.

My first thought was that because of the charge back though AMEX that this card was "banned" or something, but the charges all went through. Fortunately I will be able to confirm in country as I arrive before the dates of the flights for Ticket 1 and Ticket 2. Sharing my story to help others.

LatinaLover#1
02-28-22, 15:58
FL, no one asked for check MIG on my way in or out of Colombia. I was there in the beginning of February. I think it is being phased out.I just got back from 10 days in Bogota and no one asked for the Check-mig to or from Colombia. They were more interested in my Vaccine card going to Colombia and my Antigen test going back to the USA. I did complete my CHeck-mig both ways but it seemed to work much better on my Iphone than my laptop.

ChuchoLoco
02-28-22, 16:08
FL, no one asked for check MIG on my way in or out of Colombia. I was there in the beginning of February. I think it is being phased out.I had a different experience. Maybe you got the good looking pass. Hahaha. I was asked to provide it before I was issued a paper boarding pass leaving US even though I had already done everything online but didn't keep a copy of the MIG on my phone so I had to do it again at the counter and leaving Medellin I had my boarding pass on my phone even though I didn't do a MIG because it was required while filling everything else out but agent in MDE had me fill it out at the counter.

Early to Mid Feb time frame but different treatment. Lots of checkpoints and lines at MDE while leaving so allow plenty of time before your flight. May e it was because it was a Monday.

Big Boss Man
03-01-22, 02:41
After the trouble with the credit cards and Avianca, I read further and there are many customers complaining about Avianca. Plus the credit card representative said that they were having multiple problems with Avianca which was why the did not let the charge go through. My only experience with Avianca was ten years ago when I flew from Sao Paulo to Bogota. It was an excellent flight. The bankruptcy probably did them in.

Copa Airlines has been very reliable in the past. It seems as if they are always on time. But the difference in price between Avianca and Copa probably would have paid for all my Medellin adventures since I like to fly business class. Oh well. I am old. You can't spend it after you're turned into ashes.

Mr Enternational
03-01-22, 08:28
I've also had booking issues with Avianca in the past, but for the past few months no issues. When the web site booking process asks you for a Colombia phone number I use my Col hotel phone number. But when you get to credit card portion of the booking process, there I don't fudge it as I pay with my US CC. The AV site asks for the country of issue and your billing address, and local telephone number. Haven't had any issues with any of my domestic Colombia purchases recently. Good luck, Luvchicas.Nope. I just tried and it would not go through. At first it gave me an error message before going to the payment section. Then I tried again and used my old Colombian number, but on the payment section I used my normal US number like you said. It would not go through again. I tried once more and put my old Colombian number in both places and it worked.

SkyBuilder
03-01-22, 12:21
I had a different experience. Maybe you got the good looking pass. Hahaha. I was asked to provide it before I was issued a paper boarding pass leaving US even though I had already done everything online but didn't keep a copy of the MIG on my phone so I had to do it again at the counter and leaving Medellin I had my boarding pass on my phone even though I didn't do a MIG because it was required while filling everything else out but agent in MDE had me fill it out at the counter.

Early to Mid Feb time frame but different treatment. Lots of checkpoints and lines at MDE while leaving so allow plenty of time before your flight. May e it was because it was a Monday.I fly to Barranquilla monthly from FLL on Spirit Air and get asked for it every time as part of the check in process. I fill it out to leave but have never been asked for it by Colombian Migracion. I noticed that they added some Vaccine questions in December.

Elvis 2008
03-08-22, 19:16
I fly to Barranquilla monthly from FLL on Spirit Air and get asked for it every time as part of the check in process. I fill it out to leave but have never been asked for it by Colombian Migracion. I noticed that they added some Vaccine questions in December.I flew into Cartagena from Orlando this month. Sprit asked for vaccine info, check MIG, and return reservation. In Colombia, customs asked for passport and vaccine card but no check MIG.

I did not fill out check MIG last trip and flew in on Viva to Medellin last time but Spirit was different.

Mr Enternational
03-08-22, 23:28
I flew into Cartagena from Orlando this month. Sprit asked for vaccine info, check MIG, and return reservation. In Colombia, customs asked for passport and vaccine card but no check MIG.

I did not fill out check MIG last trip and flew in on Viva to Medellin last time but Spirit was different.Colombian immigration does not need to ask for Checkmig when you arrive. They can see you are in the system and have already done it. When I arrived 2 weeks ago there were people at the immigration desk filling out the old paper forms because they had not done the Checkmig before arrival.

Golfinho
03-17-22, 02:40
"In Colombia, Saint Joseph's Day is also referred to as "DIA del Hombre", meaning "Day of Men". It is seen as a celebration not only of Joseph and of the role of good fathers, but also of the role of men in general in society."

It's coming up next Monday. Wondering if anything or everything will be closed. Or else if they'll be specials on offer, in honor of, you know, us.

DigLicker
04-11-22, 04:22
Kind of unrelated to Medellin so if this doesn't belong here I apologize and can be deleted this just seems like an active thread. I am pretty nervous about the future of mongering. How long is it until girls start to migrate to OnlyFans or just do digital whoring? I feel like now a girl can just be an 8 and have offers from rich chinese and Arabs to go shopping for a day. I am looking at the reports in Germany and it looks pretty grim. Please tell me this is a passing trend. I already know women don't make that much on OF but its scary none the less.

Nypher
04-11-22, 17:56
Kind of unrelated to Medellin so if this doesn't belong here I apologize and can be deleted this just seems like an active thread. I am pretty nervous about the future of mongering. How long is it until girls start to migrate to OnlyFans or just do digital whoring? I feel like now a girl can just be an 8 and have offers from rich chinese and Arabs to go shopping for a day. I am looking at the reports in Germany and it looks pretty grim. Please tell me this is a passing trend. I already know women don't make that much on OF but its scary none the less.I've reported on this before with the girls of DR. The social media influence of OnlyFans made allot of the good looking girls stop walking the street and now they just sit at home and sell clips and pictures. This was another reason many stopped going to DR and started going to Colombia because there was nothing but a bunch of overweight or worn out chicas walking around while the younger ones are just doing OnlyFans. The same thing is starting to happen in CTG as well, when you get the chicas instagram they have a link to their OnlyFans and they no longer want to come out unless your paying top dollar. We can thank those guys sitting at home sending these girls money, and the girls show they are making allot of money by flexing with iPhones with 3 cameras in mirror selfies. SMH.

There are different mongers with different mindsets and they don't realize the long term effects.

Some mongers think their on vacation to have a good time so it doesn't matter if they have to spend a few extra dollars to get what they want and enjoy their limited time overseas. That few extra dollars is then to be expected of the next monger who comes along.

Some mongers think that if they spend more and raise the overall price it will phase out the mongers who cannot afford the inflated price. This is why the chicas are talking in Dollars and now Euros instead of Pesos.

Some mongers think they can monopolize a chicas time by flying her out for a few days or even a month as I've seen with chicas being flown out to other areas outside of Colombia such as Cancun, Croatia or Germany. Now some chicas don't want work unless you take them for a few consecutive days.

So now we have chicas raising the price on mongers who they have done business with before because some other monger came along and gave her the false mindset that she should be earning more money for the same service.

Zeos1
04-11-22, 20:27
I've reported on this before with the girls of DR. The social media influence of OnlyFans made allot of the good looking girls stop walking the street and now they just sit at home and sell clips and pictures. This was another reason many stopped going to DR and started going to Colombia because there was nothing but a bunch of overweight or worn out chicas walking around while the younger ones are just doing OnlyFans. The same thing is starting to happen in CTG as well, when you get the chicas instagram they have a link to their OnlyFans and they no longer want to come out unless your paying top dollar. We can thank those guys sitting at home sending these girls money, and the girls show they are making allot of money by flexing with iPhones with 3 cameras in mirror selfies. SMH.

There are different mongers with different mindsets and they don't realize the long term effects.

Some mongers think their on vacation to have a good time so it doesn't matter if they have to spend a few extra dollars to get what they want and enjoy their limited time overseas. That few extra dollars is then to be expected of the next monger who comes along.

Some mongers think that if they spend more and raise the overall price it will phase out the mongers who cannot afford the inflated price. This is why the chicas are talking in Dollars and now Euros instead of Pesos.

Some mongers think they can monopolize a chicas time by flying her out for a few days or even a month as I've seen with chicas being flown out to other areas outside of Colombia such as Cancun, Croatia or Germany. Now some chicas don't want work unless you take them for a few consecutive days.

So now we have chicas raising the price on mongers who they have done business with before because some other monger came along and gave her the false mindset that she should be earning more money for the same service.LOL. Someone pays more and then she has a false mindset that she can earn more. Uhhh. Hmm. And preferring on line to fucking ugly gringos. That is really hard to understand. And your very own conspiracy theory that there are a whole bunch of mongers purposely paying more to price out the less wealthy mongers. Now that is really funny.

JjBee62
04-11-22, 21:14
I've reported on this before with the girls of DR. The social media influence of OnlyFans made allot of the good looking girls stop walking the street and now they just sit at home and sell clips and pictures. This was another reason many stopped going to DR and started going to Colombia because there was nothing but a bunch of overweight or worn out chicas walking around while the younger ones are just doing OnlyFans. The same thing is starting to happen in CTG as well, when you get the chicas instagram they have a link to their OnlyFans and they no longer want to come out unless your paying top dollar. We can thank those guys sitting at home sending these girls money, and the girls show they are making allot of money by flexing with iPhones with 3 cameras in mirror selfies. SMH.

There are different mongers with different mindsets and they don't realize the long term effects.

Some mongers think their on vacation to have a good time so it doesn't matter if they have to spend a few extra dollars to get what they want and enjoy their limited time overseas. That few extra dollars is then to be expected of the next monger who comes along.

Some mongers think that if they spend more and raise the overall price it will phase out the mongers who cannot afford the inflated price. This is why the chicas are talking in Dollars and now Euros instead of Pesos..And some mongers prefer to blame someone else rather than solve the problem. Sorry if that offends you. I'll explain.

7 years ago, before OnlyFans, my experience in the DR was that for every hooker I found attractive, there were 2 who I considered fat. OnlyFans didn't cause that.

Sure lots of working girls decide to go on Webcam or start selling videos. Guess what they are doing 2 months later. The same thing they were doing before. The reason is simple. Most working girls aren't willing to work a regular job and keep a regular schedule, which are requirements if you're going to make money online. That's been going on for at least 10 years in Colombia. I know about it firsthand. I had to deal every day with Webcam models who would not show up for 3 days, or who would work for 45 minutes and decide to take the rest of the day off. Maybe 1 of every 50 girls who try to make the jump to online content ends up making as much as they made hooking and many of them keep hooking, because they understand about working towards goals.

You can go back to any point in history and see that wealthy guys were lavishly spending on hookers. It's nothing new and 1% of the customers don't control 100% of the market. There are plenty of girls in Medellin who have been all over the world, on some monger's dime, and they're still available at a reasonable price. I know because I've had a few.

If you look at the big picture, prices in Medellin haven't gone up enough to complain about. In many circumstances they've gone down. The price at New Life 5 years ago was 45 k. Is it 65 k now? 5 years ago you got 2500 COP for $1, now you get 3800. Price went from $18 to $17. Fb, El Centro, actual cost has gone down. About the only spots where you will pay more now are La Isla, Fase 2 and Gusto.

If the mongering scene is dying in Medellin, it's news to me. Every day I've got girls trying to get on my schedule.

Nypher
04-11-22, 21:44
LOL. Someone pays more and then she has a false mindset that she can earn more. Uhhh. Hmm. And preferring on line to fucking ugly gringos. That is really hard to understand. And your very own conspiracy theory that there are a whole bunch of mongers purposely paying more to price out the less wealthy mongers. Now that is really funny.I'm mostly speaking on my CTG observations as my chicas are telling me I should go to Medelin as its much cheaper but I keep telling them those motoconcho robberies need to calm down first and I need to know more Spanish as I don't want to be constantly be looking over my shoulder. Jajaja.

But the stupid shit some of these mongers say and observations on what chicas I've known for years is now doing is funny to see it play out.

I don't have a conspiracy theory, I'm just saying what I hear these travel bros say when they are next to me because they appear to want everyone in a 6' radius know what they are talking about like they have no volume control. The plane lands they're talking about it, they're on the line to get through immigration they're talking about it, they're waiting for luggage off the carousel, they're still talking about it. I'm not going to tell them paying more won't stop other mongers, their train of thought and their pockets.

The whole online to make money as opposed to fucking gringos, well they got that figured out. On my August trip was my first encounter with CTG club chica taking online payment via Zelle, PayPal I knew but Zelle was new, and they already know how to link it all to Nequi. Many chicas I've stopped talking to because they want to sell me pictures and videos and when I ask them why would I want to give them money for pictures and video when we have already fucked they want to get mad. SMH.

Its allot of laughable stuff, I can agree.

Mr Enternational
04-12-22, 14:10
I am pretty nervous about the future of mongering. How long is it until girls start to migrate to OnlyFans or just do digital whoring?All you can do is work with what you have. No sense in worrying about what you do not have access to.

LatinaLover#1
04-12-22, 19:15
Kind of unrelated to Medellin so if this doesn't belong here I apologize and can be deleted this just seems like an active thread. I am pretty nervous about the future of mongering. How long is it until girls start to migrate to OnlyFans or just do digital whoring? I feel like now a girl can just be an 8 and have offers from rich chinese and Arabs to go shopping for a day. I am looking at the reports in Germany and it looks pretty grim. Please tell me this is a passing trend. I already know women don't make that much on OF but its scary none the less.You may be onto something here but this hobby has been thru a lot of ups and downs. The internet has made it possible to connect with women that before the net you had no hope of meeting.

But it can also be a negative. You never know when a slight change, like the closing of Help and T. A. Can almost collapse the hobby in Copa. Or Covid in many places in the world for that matter for 2 plus years. All you can do is make the best of it.

JustTK
04-12-22, 22:24
You may be onto something here but this hobby has been thru a lot of ups and downs. The internet has made it possible to connect with women that before the net you had no hope of meeting.Its another way for a sexy girls to make a living. Sexy girls have always had a few options. But the thing is. Will demand for online porn ever be enough to employ all sexy and desperate girls? I doubt it very much.

Personally I reckon other factors, that global poverty and birth rates, will effect the availability far more. Even the war in Ukraine. Can you imagine the potential effects there? The economic effects of pretty girls in not just Ukraine and Russia, but evn Venezuela! There is talk that the USA will stop its hideous and immoral embargo against Venezuela in the hope that the West can buy their oil. Then the flood of girls will go home to mow the new lawns! Can you imagine?

Myself, I am looking fwd to the day when AI removes our need for women. Then the boot will be on the other foot. Blow up dolls don't yet do it for me.

Nypher
04-13-22, 06:21
And some mongers prefer to blame someone else rather than solve the problem. Sorry if that offends you. I'll explain.

7 years ago, before OnlyFans, my experience in the DR was that for every hooker I found attractive, there were 2 who I considered fat. OnlyFans didn't cause that.

Sure lots of working girls decide to go on Webcam or start selling videos. Guess what they are doing 2 months later. The same thing they were doing before. The reason is simple. Most working girls aren't willing to work a regular job and keep a regular schedule, which are requirements if you're going to make money online. That's been going on for at least 10 years in Colombia. I know about it firsthand. I had to deal every day with Webcam models who would not show up for 3 days, or who would work for 45 minutes and decide to take the rest of the day off. Maybe 1 of every 50 girls who try to make the jump to online content ends up making as much as they made hooking and many of them keep hooking, because they understand about working towards goals.

You can go back to any point in history and see that wealthy guys were lavishly spending on hookers. It's nothing new and 1% of the customers don't control 100% of the market. There are plenty of girls in Medellin who have been all over the world, on some monger's dime, and they're still available at a reasonable price. I know because I've had a few..No offence taken, I read text neutrally.

I was more speaking on my observations in CTG. From what my chicas tell me, Medelin is "muy economico" so not much have changed there.

LegitNooby
04-18-22, 16:20
Brand new to the game. Can get laid here (USA) but as I go up in age (mid 30's) the quality has kinda gone down.

I've decided I'm doing this, I'm going to travel to a foreign country to bang hot chicks, my mind's made up, it's happening.

I've been browsing around researching and really have my heart set on Medellin. Not really interested in the Asian countries as I dated a Chinese girl for a few years, never been with a Latina though.

I'm looking to go for 10 days and try to stay under my budget of $3000. I've been considering the Hotel M as I saw multiple posts recommending it for first timers like me.

I guess I'm just here asking for any and all advice / tips / recommendations really anything people are willing to help out with.

I plan on going sometime in the next 4-6 months. I really want to take my time, do my research, plan accordingly, touch up on my Spanish, and get into a bit better shape haha.

Anyways, sorry if this is a long post or in the wrong place but thanks in advance for any help.

JjBee62
04-18-22, 18:11
Brand new to the game. Can get laid here (USA) but as I go up in age (mid 30's) the quality has kinda gone down.

I've decided I'm doing this, I'm going to travel to a foreign country to bang hot chicks, my mind's made up, it's happening.

I've been browsing around researching and really have my heart set on Medellin. Not really interested in the Asian countries as I dated a Chinese girl for a few years, never been with a Latina though.

I'm looking to go for 10 days and try to stay under my budget of $3000. I've been considering the Hotel M as I saw multiple posts recommending it for first timers like me.

I guess I'm just here asking for any and all advice / tips / recommendations really anything people are willing to help out with..Trust me, that wasn't a long post.

My first bit of advice is to plan on going sooner, if at all possible. If you can get that down to 6-8 weeks from now it's better. One reason is because you will have better weather. Less rain.

However, the main reason is that shit happens. Something comes along and forces you to move it back a little, then something else. Before you know it, you're pushing 50 and you still haven't gone.

Whenever you go, start tracking ticket prices now for your flight. Buying at the right time can save you 10-20%. And if you're like many of us, you'll be thinking about starting to get in better shape up til the day you're on the plane. Start today.

The Mansion is a good choice for a rookie. It's in a convenient location with several food options within walking distance, girls on site who are familiar with inexperienced mongers who don't know much Spanish. Plus, there will be guys there who can help you get started. The rooms are a bit over market rate, but not outrageous.

If you choose to stay there, make your reservation early as possible and try to be sure you get a room in M1, not M2. It's only 2 blocks away, but that hill will test you.

Depending on how much your flight costs, $3000 should be fine, unless you're going to pull 3 Mansion girls per day. If you do plan on 3 girls per day, get someone to take you on a casa run. You can do 2 casa girls for half the price of 1 Mansion girl.

A few basic tips:

1. Bring your own condoms.

2. Don't carry your wallet. Keep it locked in the safe. Only carry what you need.

3. Add WhatsApp and Google Translate to your phone.

As you think of questions, ask.

LegitNooby
04-18-22, 22:41
Trust me, that wasn't a long post.

My first bit of advice is to plan on going sooner, if at all possible. If you can get that down to 6-8 weeks from now it's better. One reason is because you will have better weather. Less rain.

However, the main reason is that shit happens. Something comes along and forces you to move it back a little, then something else. Before you know it, you're pushing 50 and you still haven't gone.

Whenever you go, start tracking ticket prices now for your flight. Buying at the right time can save you 10-20%. And if you're like many of us, you'll be thinking about starting to get in better shape up til the day you're on the plane. Start today.

The Mansion is a good choice for a rookie. It's in a convenient location with several food options within walking distance, girls on site who are familiar with inexperienced mongers who don't know much Spanish. Plus, there will be guys there who can help you get started. The rooms are a bit over market rate, but not outrageous..You're an absolute legend. I couldn't have asked for a better response.

You seem to know what you're talking about so I'm going to take your advice. The earliest I can manage is 10 weeks.

I guess the only other questions I really have are quality of women and prevalence of anal, that's hard to get here though it wouldn't be a deal breaker. Also potential threesomes. Like I said, complete first timer, definitely want experience the things I can't get here / live some fantasies ya know.

JjBee62
04-19-22, 01:14
You're an absolute legend. I couldn't have asked for a better response.

You seem to know what you're talking about so I'm going to take your advice. The earliest I can manage is 10 weeks.

I guess the only other questions I really have are quality of women and prevalence of anal, that's hard to get here though it wouldn't be a deal breaker. Also potential threesomes. Like I said, complete first timer, definitely want experience the things I can't get here / live some fantasies ya know.My initial impression on the quality of women in Medellin was that they were almost all stunning. They took care of themselves, dressed sexy and looked good. After awhile I became acclimated and got used to seeing women who weren't fat and young attractive women who would smile at some guy obviously much older. I expect you will find plenty of acceptable women at the Mansion. When I went there to check it out I wasn't disappointed.

I don't know the percentage who do anal because I'm not interested. However, it has been offered to me and many guys report having no problems finding it. YMMV.

If anal is just something you would like to add, rather than something you need to have, I recommend approaching the subject casually. The more eager you are for it, the more likely the price will go up. Girls will try to get more if they think you'll pay, but will do the same thing for free if they think it doesn't matter to you.

Threesomes are often tricky in Colombia. Getting 2 girls in your bed at the same time is easy. Getting an actual threesome is much harder. Instead you'll end up with a trio, a 2 on 1 tag team session. While one is doing you, the other will be on her phone. Then they switch.

First, avoid any girl who you haven't been with who asks to bring her friend along, unless you have a fantasy to watch some girl send messages while you're having sex with her friend. Because that's what will happen.

If you have a girl who checks all your boxes, talk to her about it, while you're still in bed. Ask if she likes girls and tell her what you want. Be specific. If she's willing, she already knows someone who will do it. Ask to see pictures and ask her to get her friend to agree to your requirements. Have them both meet you at the bar the next day with the understanding that if the other girl meets your approval, it's on, if not it's off.

LegitNooby
04-19-22, 03:20
My initial impression on the quality of women in Medellin was that they were almost all stunning. They took care of themselves, dressed sexy and looked good. After awhile I became acclimated and got used to seeing women who weren't fat and young attractive women who would smile at some guy obviously much older. I expect you will find plenty of acceptable women at the Mansion. When I went there to check it out I wasn't disappointed.

I don't know the percentage who do anal because I'm not interested. However, it has been offered to me and many guys report having no problems finding it. YMMV.

If anal is just something you would like to add, rather than something you need to have, I recommend approaching the subject casually. The more eager you are for it, the more likely the price will go up. Girls will try to get more if they think you'll pay, but will do the same thing for free if they think it doesn't matter to you.

Threesomes are often tricky in Colombia. Getting 2 girls in your bed at the same time is easy. Getting an actual threesome is much harder. Instead you'll end up with a trio, a 2 on 1 tag team session. While one is doing you, the other will be on her phone. Then they switch..Man, you should get a finders fee. You've totally sold me on this.

I guess I should ask some of the more important questions like general safety. Don't go out at night, don't be flashy I get but maybe some less known things could be helpful as well.

Also curious about places like la Isla and Fase dos.

Can't thank you enough for taking the time to write this up!

LegitNooby
04-19-22, 14:02
My initial impression on the quality of women in Medellin was that they were almost all stunning. They took care of themselves, dressed sexy and looked good. After awhile I became acclimated and got used to seeing women who weren't fat and young attractive women who would smile at some guy obviously much older. I expect you will find plenty of acceptable women at the Mansion. When I went there to check it out I wasn't disappointed.

I don't know the percentage who do anal because I'm not interested. However, it has been offered to me and many guys report having no problems finding it. YMMV.

If anal is just something you would like to add, rather than something you need to have, I recommend approaching the subject casually. The more eager you are for it, the more likely the price will go up. Girls will try to get more if they think you'll pay, but will do the same thing for free if they think it doesn't matter to you.

Threesomes are often tricky in Colombia. Getting 2 girls in your bed at the same time is easy. Getting an actual threesome is much harder. Instead you'll end up with a trio, a 2 on 1 tag team session. While one is doing you, the other will be on her phone. Then they switch.

First, avoid any girl who you haven't been with who asks to bring her friend along, unless you have a fantasy to watch some girl send messages while you're having sex with her friend. Because that's what will happen..You deserve a finders fee, you've seriously sold me.

I'm a bit curious about places like la Isla and Fase dos and really any general safety tips or advice on anything really. The more information I gather before hand the better.

LegitNooby
04-19-22, 15:17
How do I book there?

I went to the website it said to email, I tried to call but some guy just kept saying Hello, lmao.

JjBee62
04-19-22, 16:09
Man, you should get a finders fee. You've totally sold me on this.

I guess I should ask some of the more important questions like general safety. Don't go out at night, don't be flashy I get but maybe some less known things could be helpful as well.

Also curious about places like la Isla and Fase dos.

Can't thank you enough for taking the time to write this up!General safety.

Staying at the Mansion you shouldn't have much to worry about. Don't leave a bunch of cash lying around in the room.

The Mansion is located 1 block off of Avenida Poblado. I've walked down that section many times at all hours of the day and night and never had a problem. You'll probably just be walking back from the local restaurants. Anything much farther, spend the $2-$3 for a taxi.

When you go to the ATM, and there's a Davivienda ATM right next to La Strada (where you'll probably have a few meals), take whatever card you're using and not your wallet. Wallets make easy to spot bulges.

I keep my pockets organized like this:

Left front pocket. Phone.

Right front pocket. Most of my cash and keys, if I have a room with a regular key.

Back left pocket. Identification. I carry my US Passport card for ID, along with pictures on my phone of my passport, and entry stamp page (and this time, vaccination card). You can have the Hotel make a copy of your passport to carry. Also my room key, if its a key card.

Back right pocket. The rest of my cash, mostly the small bills wrapped in a 50 k bill. In the event of a robbery, that's the first thing I would hand over. It's where I normally carry my wallet, so It's where I would naturally reach.

Other general safety tips:

1. Be suspicious of anyone (outside the Mansion bar) who wants to drink with you, or offers you a drink. Chances are too high they have bad intentions.

2. Be aware of your surroundings. If you need to look at your phone, step inside a business, or stop and put your back to the wall. Don't walk around with your nose glued to your phone.

3. Watch your step. There are holes and curbs where you can break an ankle.

4. Don't assume traffic will stop for pedestrians. Don't assume that traffic won't speed up if they see you trying to cross the street.

5. Always check the meter when you get in the taxi. It will be an LED display, on the rear view mirror, on the dash or on the windshield. It should read 3800 when you get in. If it's reading something higher, point it out to the driver.

La Isla and Fase 2- The prices are about the same, the talent varies depending on the night. However, the seating at Fase 2 is some of the most uncomfortable you will find. La Isla is much more comfortable. Get your waiter to give change for a 50 k bill. You'll get a stack of 2 k bills to tip with. In both places, if you want to take a girl, she will take you to the bar to pay. Rooms are on-site.

Personally, unless I'm going with a group of friends, I won't go to either one. If I'm solo and get a strip club urge, I'll go to one of the clubs in El Centro.

LegitNooby
04-19-22, 16:56
General safety.

Staying at the Mansion you shouldn't have much to worry about. Don't leave a bunch of cash lying around in the room.

The Mansion is located 1 block off of Avenida Poblado. I've walked down that section many times at all hours of the day and night and never had a problem. You'll probably just be walking back from the local restaurants. Anything much farther, spend the $2-$3 for a taxi.

When you go to the ATM, and there's a Davivienda ATM right next to La Strada (where you'll probably have a few meals), take whatever card you're using and not your wallet. Wallets make easy to spot bulges.

I keep my pockets organized like this:

Left front pocket. Phone..Awesome stuff.

Diet and exercise started today. Going to get the covid shot now. Looking into passport, apparently it takes 6-8 weeks. So taking the trip in 8-10 weeks seems feasible.

Not sure if you saw my post about booking at hotel m. I reached out to them via email, checking flights daily. Looks like the end of June is pretty pricey but there are some cheap ones at the start of July. Just going to keep checking in.

JjBee62
04-19-22, 18:07
How do I book there?

I went to the website it said to email, I tried to call but some guy just kept saying Hello, lmao.Go to the website. Click on make a reservation. Send an email to the email address listed. In the email, give them how many nights you want and a date range. Also tell them that you learned about it on ISG and that you're a member of ISG. They should respond within a day.

Huacho
04-19-22, 18:22
Looking into passport, apparently it takes 6-8 weeks. So taking the trip in 8-10 weeks seems feasible.Do bear in mind that you most likely won't be able to actually book a flight until the passport comes, because you will need the number and expiration date.

Raul69
04-19-22, 21:26
Hi, does Medellin have traditional brothels? Like a place where I can walk in, girls are in front of their rooms, where I can take a look and then buy the services there?

LegitNooby
04-19-22, 22:43
Do bear in mind that you most likely won't be able to actually book a flight until the passport comes, because you will need the number and expiration date.Damn, that could put a damper on things! Thanks for the heads up, I set a passport appointment for this Friday. I guess I'm forming over the $60 for the expedited arrival.

LegitNooby
04-19-22, 22:44
Go to the website. Click on make a reservation. Send an email to the email address listed. In the email, give them how many nights you want and a date range. Also tell them that you learned about it on ISG and that you're a member of ISG. They should respond within a day.Yeah I actually did get in touch with them. They want 2-3 weeks advance and 1-2 day deposit, this the norm?

JjBee62
04-19-22, 23:50
Yeah I actually did get in touch with them. They want 2-3 weeks advance and 1-2 day deposit, this the norm?Yes. They want 2 days deposit to hold the room and want the remainder in cash. I believe there is a discount for cash.

JjBee62
04-19-22, 23:54
Hi, does Medellin have traditional brothels? Like a place where I can walk in, girls are in front of their rooms, where I can take a look and then buy the services there?They are referred to as "Casas." You can search for reports about them in the Medellin thread. You walk in, someone will direct you to a waiting area, then the girls will all come past you one at a time and introduce themselves. Once the lineup is finished, you'll be asked who you want. A few minutes later she will come and lead you to the room.

Most casas request payment in advance. One exception is New Life.

Nypher
04-20-22, 01:02
Awesome stuff.

Diet and exercise started today. Going to get the covid shot now. Looking into passport, apparently it takes 6-8 weeks. So taking the trip in 8-10 weeks seems feasible.

Not sure if you saw my post about booking at hotel m. I reached out to them via email, checking flights daily. Looks like the end of June is pretty pricey but there are some cheap ones at the start of July. Just going to keep checking in.How was is this plan going to work where you're trying to run before you can walk?

You've done all your reading, research, planning to finally make the trip, but you don't have a passport, which means that you cannot even get a plane ticket, your not vaccinated, but your making hotel reservations?

Are you going solo?

I have to ask, are you a new applicant or renewing an expired passport?

LegitNooby
04-20-22, 04:37
How was is this plan going to work where you're trying to run before you can walk?

You've done all your reading, research, planning to finally make the trip, but you don't have a passport, which means that you cannot even get a plane ticket, your not vaccinated, but your making hotel reservations?

Are you going solo?

I have to ask, are you a new applicant or renewing an expired passport?I am a legit nooby, hence the name haha. First time leaving the states. I think it's good if things take a bit longer and aren't too rushed. Gives me plenty of time to make sure I'm properly prepared.

Nypher
04-20-22, 19:32
I am a legit nooby, hence the name haha. First time leaving the states. I think it's good if things take a bit longer and aren't too rushed. Gives me plenty of time to make sure I'm properly prepared.First time leaving the states and your going into Medellin? Jaja.

I would strongly suggest going with someone who has been there before or meet up with someone from ISG who is a vet over there so you don't get blindsided by things that can turn your first trip into a bad one. Everyone's first trip should be an enjoyable one that makes them want to return ASAP Jajaj.

Waiting to her your adventures when you land.

Happy mongering jajaja.

JjBee62
04-20-22, 19:52
I am a legit nooby, hence the name haha. First time leaving the states. I think it's good if things take a bit longer and aren't too rushed. Gives me plenty of time to make sure I'm properly prepared.Nothing wrong with that. Until about 10 years ago I had no passport. I had been into Mexico and Canada, but back then no passport was required within the tourist zone.

Then I needed to get a passport for work. Since I was only going to be driving into Canada I just got the passport card. A few months later I decided to take my first trip to Colombia. I had to stop my trips to Canada and mail in my passport card to get a new card and passport.

It doesn't matter when you start. It only matters that you start.

Huacho
04-21-22, 04:46
I am a legit nooby, hence the name haha. First time leaving the states. I think it's good if things take a bit longer and aren't too rushed. Gives me plenty of time to make sure I'm properly prepared.Do you speak Spanish? I think MDE could be a good destination for a first timer just because there is so much prostitution but the more Spanish a first timer has, the less risk he will face. Also I think the Mansion might be a good landing point but am of the opinion you do not want to stay there for ten days. Maybe three days there and a week in a hotel. First timers should not mess with apartments, Airbnb and such. Too risky.

LegitNooby
04-21-22, 13:05
Nothing wrong with that. Until about 10 years ago I had no passport. I had been into Mexico and Canada, but back then no passport was required within the tourist zone.

Then I needed to get a passport for work. Since I was only going to be driving into Canada I just got the passport card. A few months later I decided to take my first trip to Colombia. I had to stop my trips to Canada and mail in my passport card to get a new card and passport.

It doesn't matter when you start. It only matters that you start.Yessss this is the energy I need!

I've been looking up about the crime in Medellin and it's spooking me a bit LOL. Still moving forward with the plan, though I am considering other locations as possible alternatives for a first time trip.

Elvis 2008
04-21-22, 22:38
Damn, that could put a damper on things! Thanks for the heads up, I set a passport appointment for this Friday. I guess I'm forming over the $60 for the expedited arrival.LN, you can get a passport faster than that: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast.html.

Call 1-877-487-2778 from 8:00 am To 10:00 pm ET, Mondays through Fridays. Our appointment line for Urgent Travel Service is closed on weekends and federal holidays.

What you will get is a directory of places you can go to and get a passport that same day. I flew to El Paso, had an appointment at 1 PM and walked out with a new passport and passport card that same day. I recommend you get both. You can carry the card with you for an ID and leave the book in your hotel room. The card allows you to get into Mexico and Canada by land but you need the book for air travel. I also recommend that you get the passport with extra pages in it. I think my old one was 25 pages and my current one is 50.

You can just book travel and cancel it later. I booked a hotel in Mexico that was $50 a night and cancelled it so I had a travel reservation to meet the requirement of traveling in 2 weeks. The cancellation cost me nothing.

Even the expedited passport option takes 5 to 7 weeks. You have to go to a federal building yourself to get the same day passport last I checked. Before you could pay a few hundred to an agency, but that was not available last I checked.

The federal building with the most availability to get into when I checked was in El Paso, but you should call and see. Good luck.

LatinaLover#1
04-22-22, 13:44
Anyone visiting Bogota should be prepared for rain and a lot of it. This is the time of year that you can get rain everyday. The rain does wash away a lot of the litter and clears out some of the air pollution but it makes it hell to get a taxi and even prevents some girls from wanting go out. I've had a lot of girls tell me over the years and ask to reschedule on heavy rain days. You can still have a good time but I would recommend have one of your favoritas over for a night or two, bring toys and use Rappi. Jaja.

LegitNooby
04-22-22, 16:16
LN, you can get a passport faster than that: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast.html.

Call 1-877-487-2778 from 8:00 am To 10:00 pm ET, Mondays through Fridays. Our appointment line for Urgent Travel Service is closed on weekends and federal holidays.

What you will get is a directory of places you can go to and get a passport that same day. I flew to El Paso, had an appointment at 1 PM and walked out with a new passport and passport card that same day. I recommend you get both. You can carry the card with you for an ID and leave the book in your hotel room. The card allows you to get into Mexico and Canada by land but you need the book for air travel. I also recommend that you get the passport with extra pages in it. I think my old one was 25 pages and my current one is 50.

You can just book travel and cancel it later. I booked a hotel in Mexico that was $50 a night and cancelled it so I had a travel reservation to meet the requirement of traveling in 2 weeks. The cancellation cost me nothing.

Even the expedited passport option takes 5 to 7 weeks. You have to go to a federal building yourself to get the same day passport last I checked. Before you could pay a few hundred to an agency, but that was not available last I checked..Oh didn't even know about same day! I literally just got back from handing in the passport application at USPS, paid the $60 for expedited service, 5-7 weeks.

Work out and diet holding strong. Appreciate all the help from everyone here! Not this month and maybe not next month but it's happening!

Huacho
04-22-22, 17:38
The Yew Ess is so fucked up. $60 for expedited service my ass. I went to the Yew Ess Embassy in the Third World Shithole Country I currently live in, and got my Yew Ess passport renewed in 16 days. And instead of $60 for 'expedited service,' I committed to paying an unknown amount to have it sent to Paradise City where I live, instead of going back to Shit Hole Capital. The unknown amount eventually translated to about five US dollars.

My amigovia here has four passports and I am so jealous.

JjBee62
04-24-22, 17:48
It seems I have a problem every time I need to fill out the Check Mig form and it always turns out to be something I did wrong.

The first time, I had selected the wrong Medellin airport. I spent 10 minutes before I looked where the form thought I was going. This time, by habit I picked the right Medellin airport, except I'm entering through Bogota.

After that problem it still wouldn't go through. I wasn't entering the flight number correctly. I forgot to eliminate the leading zero. For example, if your flight number is DL0555, the flight number to enter is just 555.0555 won't work.

It's done, accepted and confirmed. Just need to put in about 26 hours of work before Tuesday morning and I'm all set.

LegitNooby
04-25-22, 14:19
It seems I have a problem every time I need to fill out the Check Mig form and it always turns out to be something I did wrong.

The first time, I had selected the wrong Medellin airport. I spent 10 minutes before I looked where the form thought I was going. This time, by habit I picked the right Medellin airport, except I'm entering through Bogota.

After that problem it still wouldn't go through. I wasn't entering the flight number correctly. I forgot to eliminate the leading zero. For example, if your flight number is DL0555, the flight number to enter is just 555.0555 won't work.Helllll yeaaaaa, be safe, enjoy yourself, and keep us updated! Not only with the women but anything! If you get a chance of course!

Shamester
04-25-22, 14:45
Please advise on the latest Covid-19 regulations.

Fun Luvr
04-25-22, 16:31
Please advise on the latest Covid-19 regulations.Where? What areas of regulation - travel, restaurants, vaccine, etc?

John Gault
04-25-22, 23:10
It seems I have a problem every time I need to fill out the Check Mig form and it always turns out to be something I did wrong.

The first time, I had selected the wrong Medellin airport. I spent 10 minutes before I looked where the form thought I was going. This time, by habit I picked the right Medellin airport, except I'm entering through Bogota.

After that problem it still wouldn't go through. I wasn't entering the flight number correctly. I forgot to eliminate the leading zero. For example, if your flight number is DL0555, the flight number to enter is just 555.0555 won't work.

It's done, accepted and confirmed. Just need to put in about 26 hours of work before Tuesday morning and I'm all set.Of all the stupid things these Country's do this Check Mig form rates up there with the USA giving you only one day to get the covid test. In GYE my flight was for a Monday. I had a hard time finding a place on Sunday to get the test. This would be so simple if they would do it like when they first had Covid problems before there was no vaccination. As I entered BOG all they did was give everyone a temperture check. If I was King of the world I would mandate Temp checks and a completed vaccination Form. No stupid test and you avoid the possible false test results.

Nypher
04-26-22, 00:48
Please advise on the latest Covid-19 regulations.What other up to date COVID information are you looking for that is not listed on the official Embassy site?

https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Mr Enternational
04-26-22, 01:14
Of all the stupid things these Country's do this Check Mig form rates up thereHow is that? You have to fill out immigration forms for most countries you go to. With Checkmig you are just doing it electronically. So you want to go back to doing the longer 2 paper forms instead of the short electronic form?


If I was King of the world I would mandate Temp checks and a completed vaccination Form. No stupid test and you avoid the possible false test results.And that is exactly what they would do if the vaccines really worked at a reliable rate. But since they make you have a test as well, that should tell you something.

LatinaLover#1
04-26-22, 13:13
Of all the stupid things these Country's do this Check Mig form rates up there with the USA giving you only one day to get the covid test. In GYE my flight was for a Monday. I had a hard time finding a place on Sunday to get the test. This would be so simple if they would do it like when they first had Covid problems before there was no vaccination. As I entered BOG all they did was give everyone a temperture check. If I was King of the world I would mandate Temp checks and a completed vaccination Form. No stupid test and you avoid the possible false test results.Always seem to have a problem with this crudely designed form. I actually got so pissed off by this form during the early days of the pandemic I cancelled my trip the day of. Once I couldn't even find an occupation for sales! So I started putting down I was a Nuclear Scientist and it took it jaja However I did have much better luck doing the form on my I-phone rather than my laptop.

Nypher
04-26-22, 14:15
https://www.elcolombiano.com/colombia/medidas-contra-el-covid-lo-que-necesitan-los-viajeros-para-ingresar-a-colombia-GN17299690..
A partir del 1 de mayo cambiaran en Colombia las medidas contra el covid-19 y las condiciones para los viajeros no son la excepcion. El Ministerio de Salud anuncio que ahora las personas provenientes de otros paises podran ingresar con una prueba negativa de PCR o antigenos, sin necesidad de contar con el esquema completo de vacunacion.

Entre las aclaraciones, Minsalud explic que el test tendra que practicarse en las 72 horas anteriores a la llegada a Colombia 48 horas si es prueba de antigenos. Ademas, se mantendra la opcion de presentar el esquema de vacunacion completo, sin requerir una prueba adicional. .

But as I always tell my fellow travelers, if its not on the embassy site then take it with caution as the Airline has to be informed and update their policies as well as Migracion.

https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Mr Enternational
04-26-22, 14:15
Always seem to have a problem with this crudely designed form. I actually got so pissed off by this form during the early days of the pandemic I cancelled my trip the day of. Once I couldn't even find an occupation for sales! So I started putting down I was a Nuclear Scientist and it took it jaja.Yes you can put down anything as a job the same as you can do for where you are staying. That is for statistics purposes. The system does not know you. Why would you be surprised that it was accepted?

Shamester
04-26-22, 15:13
Where? What areas of regulation - travel, restaurants, vaccine, etc?My question is for international travelers entering Colombia. Is a shot card showing 2 shots and a booster sufficient for entry?

JjBee62
04-26-22, 15:30
Always seem to have a problem with this crudely designed form. I actually got so pissed off by this form during the early days of the pandemic I cancelled my trip the day of. Once I couldn't even find an occupation for sales! So I started putting down I was a Nuclear Scientist and it took it jaja However I did have much better luck doing the form on my I-phone rather than my laptop.It is poorly designed. It would be much better if, after entering name it had you enter airline and flight number (and it understood that 0555 and 555 are the same number). At that point it knows your port of entry.

LatinaLover#1
04-26-22, 18:24
Yes you can put down anything as a job the same as you can do for where you are staying. That is for statistics purposes. The system does not know you. Why would you be surprised that it was accepted?Nothing surprises me in Colombia anymore.

Elvis 2008
04-26-22, 19:12
Always seem to have a problem with this crudely designed form. I actually got so pissed off by this form during the early days of the pandemic I cancelled my trip the day of. Once I couldn't even find an occupation for sales! So I started putting down I was a Nuclear Scientist and it took it jaja However I did have much better luck doing the form on my I-phone rather than my laptop.LOL. When I took a friend to Colombia, I filled my form out no problem. He was using his phone and for whatever reason, checkMIG would not take any of his email accounts. I just said "Fuck it. Put mine in. " and it worked. Why? Who the fuck knows?

Fun Luvr
04-26-22, 19:50
My question is for international travelers entering Colombia. Is a shot card showing 2 shots and a booster sufficient for entry?Your shot card is good, but no booster needed. Fully vaccinated, one shot of J&J, two shots of the others.

Mr Enternational
04-26-22, 21:16
LOL. When I took a friend to Colombia, I filled my form out no problem. He was using his phone and for whatever reason, checkMIG would not take any of his email accounts. I just said "Fuck it. Put mine in. " and it worked. Why? Who the fuck knows?Because he had a space after it. It will not work if it is.

Havana927
04-27-22, 03:47
Has anyone been to any tours or caught a soccer game in medellin.

I am going in September for a week.

Shamester
04-27-22, 16:12
Your shot card is good, but no booster needed. Fully vaccinated, one shot of J&J, two shots of the others.Thanks. Does Colombia require a negative covid 19 test for entry?

ChuchoLoco
04-27-22, 18:18
Has anyone been to any tours or caught a soccer game in medellin.

I am going in September for a week.I went to a soccer / fútbol game and it was a great time but don't sit in the student or young peoples area unless you are a kid. They stand up and sing and dance the whole game. While it's fun to be in the middle of it all, it is also tough standing the whole game. Getting into their section also takes a long time due to all the searches.

It was a great time for me and I would say do it without a doubt.

Osteoknot
04-28-22, 05:36
I am a legit nooby, hence the name haha. First time leaving the states. I think it's good if things take a bit longer and aren't too rushed. Gives me plenty of time to make sure I'm properly prepared.Preparation is a good thing. How's your Spanish? I only scanned the posts. Here's my point. You can plan and prepare and then within a half a day of getting here be faced with a slew of scenarios that were not on your radar. Not disasters, but I gave up "planning" for Medellin a long time ago. Yes, it's a good idea to have a hotel reservation before you get there. Concentrate on the broad strokes and stay open to the possibilities. One of my sayings is, "Don't ask what you have planned for Medellin, ask what Medellin has planned for you".

I booked a return ticket today to Medellin. The feedback I am getting from my chicas is too irresistible to ignore. My Numero Dos Novia, Scarlet, is in her childhood home alone, and has been more or less abandoned by the rest of her family. She's a big girl. She has said we can fill those four bedrooms with as many chicas as I want, not strangers but friends of hers I have known for a year or more.

I seem to have cracked the code to an El Centro puta hotel that normally doesn't do in-calls, but my favorite physical pussy is contacting me every day from there to stay with her as long as I want, all I have to do is pay the room rate at 25.000 COP per day, jeje. Of course I would give her more than $6 USD per day, it would be slimy of me not to.

My friend Secret is still recruiting Nubile Newbies who want to get into the P4 P game. I have permission from Secret to call any of the NN's direct without going thru her. For fun I will try to see if I can find a foto of each NN, there should be four so far. NNN1-4 or Nublie Newbie Number One, Two, Three and Four.

Numero Uno Catgirl is going to let me choose the girl for our next trio, for a change. Up until now they have all been her girlfriends.

And much more. I couldn't take it any more, sitting here in pussy prison. So I bought a one-way ticket to MDE.

The above scenarios amount to little more than fantasies at this point. Fantasies that motivated me to buy the ticket, but I know from experience once I get there everything could be different. The girls relocate, move, disappear, find a new lover, male or female. I go from being desirable to replaceable to expendable, jeje. The beauty is, whatever develops or ends up happening is often just as fun and exciting if not more so, than what held my attention in the first place.

Once you get here you will quickly realize, "We are not in Kansas anymore, Toto."

Ostee Out and Keep On Keepin' On.

JjBee62
04-28-22, 10:46
Thanks. Does Colombia require a negative covid 19 test for entry?If you have had only 1 shot of a 2 shot vaccine, or if it's been less than 14 days since your second shot a negative PCR test is required. However, the vaccination requirement is rumored to be ending May 1.

Nypher
04-28-22, 15:40
Thanks. Does Colombia require a negative covid 19 test for entry?To answer you question, Yes a negative COVID test is required for entry.

Visit Colombias official Embassy site and read what the COVID entry requirements are as no one knows your vaccine status. https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/.

Balboa
04-28-22, 22:06
To answer you question, Yes a negative COVID test is required for entry.

Visit Colombias official Embassy site and read what the COVID entry requirements are as no one knows your vaccine status. https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/.Pretty sure that's not true.

LatinaLover#1
04-28-22, 22:57
Pretty sure that's not true.I just showed my vaccine card to enter Colombia in February. That seems to be old info. As far as I know entry into Colombia they only accept a vaccine card now. It's still true to enter the USA you will need a negative Antigen test with 1 day prior to entry.

JjBee62
04-28-22, 23:00
Pretty sure that's not true.I'm 100% positive you're correct.

Nypher
04-28-22, 23:39
Pretty sure that's not true.It's true based on how OP asked the question as OP did not say when they were fully vaccinated, or if they are in the process of being vaccinated.

It's tricky to answer a vague question without knowing OP vax status which is why I provided the link to the embassy site so they can see if they needed a COVID test or not based on their vax status.

At JjBee62 broke down the information on the embassy site in detail when a COVID test is needed to enter Colombia which is listed on the embassy site listed under Entry and Exit Requirements at the second bullet point.

But all this won't really matter on Sunday as articles started vaccinates are no longer required to enter Colombia. So if OP is set to travel after May 1st, then they are all clear as no vax card or test is required. I would still bring the card though but that's just me as it's better to have the card and get through than not have it and be denied.

MarquisdeSade1
04-28-22, 23:50
I am a legit nooby, hence the name haha. First time leaving the states. I think it's good if things take a bit longer and aren't too rushed. Gives me plenty of time to make sure I'm properly prepared.Book a flight to San Diego.

Cross into Tijuana and stay at Cascadas.

And get your feet wet.

Captain Solo can show you around he's a great monger there.

Not many know more about Tijuana than him.

I've been going there a long time but I think he lives an hour north and has been going every weekend for 35 yrs!

You won't regret it!

MikeBen78
05-02-22, 03:29
To the fellows who have sampled the various destinations, if you were back in your early 30's and had the chance to retire on $2500 USD passive income per month, where would you choose? More specifically, I'm having the hardest time figuring out where the attitudes of the population are fun, welcoming and friendly to be around.

Chicago85
05-02-22, 14:55
The amount of income needed depends on your lifestyle and how much of that is taxed. As a general rule of thumb, I'd say your money goes 2.5 to 3 x as far in Colombia as the USA So $2500/ mth is similar to $80,000 to $90,000 lifestyle in the USA.

$2500 should be fine if you live a basic lifestyle with no car (expensive in Colombia), nice 2 bedroom in safe area, eat out regularly, and a couple dates a week. If you're not fluent in Spanish and haven't been to Colombia frequently I would suggest Medellin to start and look at Laureles and maybe Poblado (after you figure out your budget). It's getting more expensive, but the Paisa attitude is pretty chill and there are enough gringos around that you could find a social group.

Check out Medellin Guru for more info. I personally think I'd be bored to death if I retired that early, but to each their own!


To the fellows who have sampled the various destinations, if you were back in your early 30's and had the chance to retire on $2500 USD passive income per month, where would you choose? More specifically, I'm having the hardest time figuring out where the attitudes of the population are fun, welcoming and friendly to be around.

Mr Enternational
05-02-22, 15:33
To the fellows who have sampled the various destinations, if you were back in your early 30's and had the chance to retire on $2500 USD passive income per month, where would you choose? Pattaya, Thailand for me.

Huacho
05-02-22, 16:20
To the fellows who have sampled the various destinations, if you were back in your early 30's and had the chance to retire on $2500 USD passive income per month, where would you choose? More specifically, I'm having the hardest time figuring out where the attitudes of the population are fun, welcoming and friendly to be around.Depends who will give you residency. Montenegro is pretty flexible and has some good looking women. Kotor or Budva, perhaps. Chile will let you in. Valparaíso or Viña del Mar.

Nypher
05-02-22, 16:47
To the fellows who have sampled the various destinations, if you were back in your early 30's and had the chance to retire on $2500 USD passive income per month, where would you choose? More specifically, I'm having the hardest time figuring out where the attitudes of the population are fun, welcoming and friendly to be around.My top 3 places:

3 hours direct to POP.

5 Hours direct to CTG.

20 hours with a transfer in DXB to BKK.

I'm far from 40 and if its $2500 a month it would be Pattaya Thailand, The money goes further and the girls are on their best behavior where if the gringo does not go looking for trouble to get set up and extorted he will not find it. Also once I got away from the bar girl scene and went to freelancer clubs I just had a much better experience where many girls were willing to do it for free and was not all about P4P, they just wanted a good time and some foreign chocolate jajaja.

MikeBen78
05-03-22, 05:11
Thanks everyone for the feedback. I really appreciate your input and it's been the most interesting suggestions I've gotten so far!

I've been reading the forums as a lurker for a few months and it's been really interesting to see that all the mongers in SE Asia say South America is the new paradise. Although several of you recommended Thailand, the SE Asia mongers are leaving that scene and are adamant it has been ruined.

I'll definitely do more research on Chile and Montenegro, but I would be lying if I told you I wasn't partial to Medellin. The weather alone is a huge attraction for Medellin, but my biggest concern is knowing very basic Spanish (not enough to carry a full conversation). I'm sure I can pick it up relatively quick at my age but it's still a concern.

Thanks again!

Nypher
05-03-22, 21:19
Thanks everyone for the feedback. I really appreciate your input and it's been the most interesting suggestions I've gotten so far!

I've been reading the forums as a lurker for a few months and it's been really interesting to see that all the mongers in SE Asia say South America is the new paradise. Although several of you recommended Thailand, the SE Asia mongers are leaving that scene and are adamant it has been ruined.

I'll definitely do more research on Chile and Montenegro, but I would be lying if I told you I wasn't partial to Medellin. The weather alone is a huge attraction for Medellin, but my biggest concern is knowing very basic Spanish (not enough to carry a full conversation). I'm sure I can pick it up relatively quick at my age but it's still a concern.

Thanks again!Its amazing how many of the SEA mongers you observe saying that its ruined and Latin America is the new paradise so they will head there, but then they go to Latin America and do the same shit that ruined SEA. Its similar to the guys in Miami, NYC, and ATL saying the local girls are too entitled because others are throwing money recklessly so they travel to DR to get away from it but since the exchange rate makes their little money go a long way, now they start throwing money recklessly which in turn make the girls become too entitled. Jajaja its a vicious cycle.

I remember my first trip to SEA I was at the bar and backpackers twice my age was saying how us new travelers messed up everything by offering money needlessly for everything so in turn police were now trying to arrest foreigners to get bribes, or taxis were not turning on the meter and just say a fair that was 4 x the meter amount.

Uganda, Tanzania, or Nigeria is next to become ruined.

Osteoknot
05-03-22, 21:34
The weather alone is a huge attraction for Medellin, but my biggest concern is knowing very basic Spanish.Very, very rare to have such a narrow, comfortable, year-round, range in temperature, which is the usual dominant weather feature wherever you are in the world. We are close enough to the equator and at elevation but not too high, which is the reason for the season.

We just finished the rainiest month of the year, April. I grew up in Tampa Bay, Florida and the total rainfall per year was roughly the same, depending on your source. One feature about the rain in Medellin I have never seen mentioned is the large amount that falls between midnight and sunrise, which I consider a plus.

As my grandma used to say, unless you're made of sugar you're not going to melt when it rains, and it will be neither freezing or sweltering here when it does.

As far as learning Spanish, there is no better proven method than "immersion" or being forced to use it because of where you are living of visiting. And stop for a moment and think about learning Spanish compared to Thai or Vietnamese or any SE Asian language, and the benefit becomes more obvious.

Chicago85
05-04-22, 18:23
Correction. Someone recently stated in the Medellin thread that the 50,000 bill is the largest. Nope. 100,000. I have seen 3 but not had one in my hands yet. I am surprised that one of the two week millionaires or guys living here never corrected it, but my Cheap Charlie ass knows of its existence.

https://www.elcolombiano.com/negocios/billetes-de-cien-mil-pesos-poca-circulacion-FJ7193968

Since March 31 of last year, the Banco de la Repblica put into circulation a first group of $ 100,000 bills. However, to this day the paper money that bears the image of former President Carlos Lleras Restrepo and the wax palm has been a ghost among Colombians' cash. *Surely, you are one of the majority group of those who have not seen them, which opens a discussion about whether it was a good idea or not to bring them to the market.

At the end of 2016, the Issuer reported that 44.2 million of these pieces were printed in its annual production, although it is a print run that was not released in its entirety to such an extent that, at present, there are only on the streets 5.2 million of these banknotes, that is 11%.Yeah, these big bills suck! I hit up the Cali airport ATM a couple weeks back for 600 k and it gave me six of the 100 k COP bills! Thankfully I had smaller bills from prior trips for the cab. I could only break the 100 k at the casas and strip clubs, so I guess the ATM knew where I was heading!

Osteoknot
05-04-22, 18:35
others are throwing money recklessly so they travel to DR to get away from it but since the exchange rate makes their little money go a long way, now they start throwing money recklessly which in turn make the girls become too entitled. Jajaja its a vicious cycle.

Uganda, Tanzania, or Nigeria is next to become ruined.First, there's much more than the exchange rate that goes into cost of living and standard of living, mainly price. Even if you get a a million plunkets for one dollar, [Deleted by Admin].

I won't comment about how spending creates an atmosphere of entitlement among sex workers or makes cops want to seek bribes. Those are fairly specific examples you used. I don't have enough knowledge of all the markets you mentioned, either. The Dominican Republic is a much smaller place than Colombia and perhaps the supply of wet holes was unable to keep up with the demand by swinging dicks, and that will drive up price in a free marked every time.

However, Colombia is much larger place and the sex worker trade is a free market, and price is determined by supply and demand, and not by what mongers spend. You did not specifically mention the price of Pay for Play, so maybe that was not what you meant when you talked about markets getting "ruined" but I think that is at the core for most mongers.

Ostee Out.

Nypher
05-06-22, 02:37
https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/


As of May 1, 2022, visitors to Colombia ages 18 or older will need to provide proof of complete vaccination for entry or a negative COVID test (48 hours in advance of travel for an antigen test or 72 hours in advance of travel for a PCR test). Travelers should be prepared to show their original, physical vaccination card or digital certificate both at airline check-in and when passing through Colombian Immigration. The vaccination document must include the individual’s full name, date of vaccination, name of the vaccine administered, and the number of doses administered. A photo of one’s vaccination card may not be accepted. If you completed your vaccination scheme within 14 days before entry to Colombia you will also need to have an antigen test 48 hours prior to arrival or a PCR test 72 hours prior to arrival in Colombia.

Nypher
05-06-22, 03:25
First, there's much more than the exchange rate that goes into cost of living and standard of living, mainly price. Even if you get a a million plunkets for one dollar.

I won't comment about how spending creates an atmosphere of entitlement among sex workers or makes cops want to seek bribes. Those are fairly specific examples you used. I don't have enough knowledge of all the markets you mentioned, either. The Dominican Republic is a much smaller place than Colombia and perhaps the supply of wet holes was unable to keep up with the demand by swinging dicks, and that will drive up price in a free marked every time.

However, Colombia is much larger place and the sex worker trade is a free market, and price is determined by supply and demand, and not by what mongers spend. You did not specifically mention the price of Pay for Play, so maybe that was not what you meant when you talked about markets getting "ruined" but I think that is at the core for most mongers..When I mentioned "ruined" it was outside the pay for play world.

Examples I given in, Thailand were of gringos recklessly throwing money caused cabs to not turn on the meter when they see a gringo even though its illegal for then to do that, or cops looking to arrest gringos for bribes. No one wants to go to Thai prison, no one. Jajaja.

In Sosua throwing extra money caused motoconchos (moto taxi) usually it 50 peosos maybe even 100 pesos max to go from Playa Sosua to Anvhee or vice versa, but gringo comes along and its all of a sudden 200 pesos. (little to gringos, but allot to a local).

This is already effecting Cartagena where prices are higher where gringos frequent such as Playa Hollywood, as opposed to a 5 minute walk on the same beach toward to ElLaguito where many gringos don't go, the same exact menu items are cheaper. Or my favourite is when the club where the gringos frequent all of a sudden stop serving domestic beers and only have imported more expensive beers after a certain time at night.

I'm not sure if Medelin was effected as I've never been and I doubt there are gringos stupid enough to throw money in the air there (literary) the way they do in DR clubs or Cartagena clubs (Personally I've seen this in Dolce and Delirium and videos online of them even doing it at the ClockTower).

LegitNooby
05-07-22, 01:06
We'll, I've been checking my passport status every day basically since I initially handed in the application and made my first post. Since then I've been researching, getting in shape, and trying to plan a trip.

Initially I was all in on Colombia, though after research I must admit I've definitely been mulling over other options, though I'm still leaning pretty heavily towards Medellin (considering Costa Rica, Brazil, and Dominican Republic).

At first I planned for the first week of July. Now it seems I'll be able to go in as early as 4-5 weeks.

So idk, I guess it's going to happen a bit earlier than I anticipated. Prolly still lookin at hotel m. 9 ish day trip.

I guess hit me with any last minute preparations, need to knows, or anything else.

So far basically what I've gathered:

Use Uber over taxis.

Don't wave money around.

Don't wear jewelry.

Buy a cheap burner phone for public use / don't use phone in public.

Don't go far at night.

Don't go to clubs alone.

Be aware of your surroundings.

Keep your valuables locked in the safe.

Only carry what you can afford to lose.

Don't let anyone give you a drink / touch your drink / accept an already open drink.

Tip security and tell them not to let a girl leave unless she's escorted by you.

That's basically my general safety list. Def want to have a good time but also be careful. As my trip looks like it's getting moved ahead quite a bit for sure would like to get all bases covered ASAP.

As always appreciate the insight you guys have offered.

Special shout out to jbee. You might not have said much but it actually motivated the fuck out of me. I'm nervous but ready.

JjBee62
05-07-22, 17:28
We'll, I've been checking my passport status every day basically since I initially handed in the application and made my first post. Since then I've been researching, getting in shape, and trying to plan a trip.

Initially I was all in on Colombia, though after research I must admit I've definitely been mulling over other options, though I'm still leaning pretty heavily towards Medellin (considering Costa Rica, Brazil, and Dominican Republic).

At first I planned for the first week of July. Now it seems I'll be able to go in as early as 4-5 weeks.

So idk, I guess it's going to happen a bit earlier than I anticipated. Prolly still lookin at hotel m. 9 ish day trip.

I guess hit me with any last minute preparations, need to knows, or anything else.

So far basically what I've gathered:

Use Uber over taxis.

Don't wave money around.

Don't wear jewelry..If you're staying at Hotel M, you can dismiss most of your worries. Don't leave your valuables out and that's about it. The girls there are aware that they need to behave.

LatinaLover#1
05-07-22, 22:17
We'll, I've been checking my passport status every day basically since I initially handed in the application and made my first post. Since then I've been researching, getting in shape, and trying to plan a trip.

Initially I was all in on Colombia, though after research I must admit I've definitely been mulling over other options, though I'm still leaning pretty heavily towards Medellin (considering Costa Rica, Brazil, and Dominican Republic).

At first I planned for the first week of July. Now it seems I'll be able to go in as early as 4-5 weeks.

So idk, I guess it's going to happen a bit earlier than I anticipated. Prolly still lookin at hotel m. 9 ish day trip.

I guess hit me with any last minute preparations, need to knows, or anything else.

So far basically what I've gathered:

Use Uber over taxis.

Don't wave money around.

Don't wear jewelry.

Buy a cheap burner phone for public use / don't use phone in public.

Don't go far at night.

Don't go to clubs alone.

Be aware of your surroundings.

Keep your valuables locked in the safe.

Only carry what you can afford to lose.

Don't let anyone give you a drink / touch your drink / accept an already open drink.

Tip security and tell them not to let a girl leave unless she's escorted by you.

That's basically my general safety list. Def want to have a good time but also be careful. As my trip looks like it's getting moved ahead quite a bit for sure would like to get all bases covered ASAP.

As always appreciate the insight you guys have offered.

Special shout out to jbee. You might not have said much but it actually motivated the fuck out of me. I'm nervous but ready.If so and the Del Rey is still open I would say try CR first. I haven't been following your posts but I am assuming your just getting into the hobby. Go to the Del Rey and get your feet wet. CR is like Monger college LOL see. Are. Is good for a newbee because you can hit the ground running. Colombia, Peru and and Brasil for sure, may be roo much for a first time, depending on the city. BUT it sounds like you have been doing your homework and you have gotten lots of good advice. So make your decision, have fun and be safe.

LegitNooby
05-08-22, 02:17
If you're staying at Hotel M, you can dismiss most of your worries. Don't leave your valuables out and that's about it. The girls there are aware that they need to behave.Assuming I go to Medellin, I will be at Hotel M for sure. I am curious if I'll be able to invite other girls that aren't working the hotel in, like for instance if I find girls from a website which BTW I would love to know some reputable sites if you guys have any suggestions.

Chicago85
05-08-22, 02:30
If so and the Del Rey is still open I would say try CR first. I haven't been following your posts but I am assuming your just getting into the hobby. Go to the Del Rey and get your feet wet. CR is like Monger college LOL see. Are. Is good for a newbee because you can hit the ground running. Colombia, Peru and and Brasil for sure, may be roo much for a first time, depending on the city. BUT it sounds like you have been doing your homework and you have gotten lots of good advice. So make your decision, have fun and be safe.In addition to the Del Rey, I'd consider Panama City. Hit up Don Julios and some of the other clubs, couple massage / spas. There should be a map in that area of the board, just need to verify what's still open from posts. I usually stay at the Hyatt (like 1. 5 blocks from Don Julios) and one girl per day was fine with no upcharge as long as you book for 2. Now the cost is higher in Panama, typically $100-$150 for ST, and almost always covered, but quality very high. You can use USD, and girls have some knowledge of English. Also guys there to help you out. As you get more comfortable there you can try other spots.

If you do go to Costa Rica then I would check on the latest for the Del Rey. I haven't been to that area in 6 years, but I did understand that much of it has shut down. In addition to the Del Rey you can also spend a few days in Jaco and hit up the Hotel Cocal. It's generally packed as well with girls from all over latin america. I haven't been in some time, but another more tame environment and similar price range. Plus you have the beach and plenty of outdoor activities. The only downside is that Hotel Cocal is overpriced and many other hotels in the area are as well. You can easily spend $120-$150/ nt for a hotel.

Good luck with all and be safe!

LatinaLover#1
05-08-22, 04:14
In addition to the Del Rey, I'd consider Panama City. Hit up Don Julios and some of the other clubs, couple massage / spas. There should be a map in that area of the board, just need to verify what's still open from posts. I usually stay at the Hyatt (like 1. 5 blocks from Don Julios) and one girl per day was fine with no upcharge as long as you book for 2. Now the cost is higher in Panama, typically $100-$150 for ST, and almost always covered, but quality very high. You can use USD, and girls have some knowledge of English. Also guys there to help you out. As you get more comfortable there you can try other spots.

If you do go to Costa Rica then I would check on the latest for the Del Rey. I haven't been to that area in 6 years, but I did understand that much of it has shut down. In addition to the Del Rey you can also spend a few days in Jaco and hit up the Hotel Cocal. It's generally packed as well with girls from all over latin america. I haven't been in some time, but another more tame environment and similar price range. Plus you have the beach and plenty of outdoor activities. The only downside is that Hotel Cocal is overpriced and many other hotels in the area are as well. You can easily spend $120-$150/ nt for a hotel.

Good luck with all and be safe!
It's been a decade or two since my last trip to Jaco, is the Beetle bar still open? Although CR is in the thick part of their rainy season, the beach is always an added plus to trips. The few times I looked at reports on Costa Rica It seemed they were having some strict protocols during the pandemic and was slow coming back. Check newest trip reports.

JjBee62
05-09-22, 21:28
Assuming I go to Medellin, I will be at Hotel M for sure. I am curious if I'll be able to invite other girls that aren't working the hotel in, like for instance if I find girls from a website which BTW I would love to know some reputable sites if you guys have any suggestions.Yes. You can bring outside girls in as long as they have their cedula. The only exception would be girls who have been banned from Hotel M.

LegitNooby
05-09-22, 22:59
Passport came today, it's in my hand. I put in my request for time off, hope it'll be approved by the end of this week. Then I'll be looking at booking flights and making reservations.

I'm going the last week of June, Friday the 24th I believe until Sunday July 1st.

I'm still not 100 on DR or Colombia but I was looking at plane tickets today and they were almost exactly the same, about $800 round trip. If that's the case I will for sure be going to Medellin over Sosua as the women of Colombia seem to be much more attractive than DR, in my eyes at least.

Ya, idk. It's happening. I'll be in Poblado and Parque Lleras 90% of the time. Def interested in at least a couple tours around, otherwise I'll end up spending literally all my time in a room fucking.

Nypher
05-10-22, 13:42
Passport came today, it's in my hand. I put in my request for time off, hope it'll be approved by the end of this week. Then I'll be looking at booking flights and making reservations.

I'm going the last week of June, Friday the 24th I believe until Sunday July 1st.

I'm still not 100 on DR or Colombia but I was looking at plane tickets today and they were almost exactly the same, about $800 round trip. If that's the case I will for sure be going to Medellin over Sosua as the women of Colombia seem to be much more attractive than DR, in my eyes at least.

Ya, idk. It's happening. I'll be in Poblado and Parque Lleras 90% of the time. Def interested in at least a couple tours around, otherwise I'll end up spending literally all my time in a room fucking.$800 round trip!? Holy shit!

That ticket price is twice as much as it is normally. Usually it's about $200 max to fly out and about $300 max to fly back in unless your flying out of nowhere in the middle of America and have to make a transfer in Miami. Good fucking luck if you do have to make a transfer in Miami. I've had enough horror stories connecting at that airport to avoid transferring at it at all costs. Straight flight or I'm not going anywhere.

LegitNooby
05-10-22, 17:40
$800 round trip!? Holy shit!

That ticket price is twice as much as it is normally. Usually it's about $200 max to fly out and about $300 max to fly back in unless your flying out of nowhere in the middle of AmericaThat's about what it was when I checked a month ago, I guess it's more expensive in the summer? Flying out of bwi.

Zeos1
05-10-22, 18:31
It's been a decade or two since my last trip to Jaco, is the Beetle bar still open? Although CR is in the thick part of their rainy season, the beach is always an added plus to trips. The few times I looked at reports on Costa Rica It seemed they were having some strict protocols during the pandemic and was slow coming back. Check newest trip reports.Beetle bar has been gone for several years now.

Chicago85
05-10-22, 19:26
Beetle bar has been gone for several years now.As far as I know it's mostly the Hotel Cocal now. There were a couple dance clubs on the outskirts with part-time girls, but I think Covid killed those off.

Mtndew704
05-11-22, 20:04
Passport came today, it's in my hand. I put in my request for time off, hope it'll be approved by the end of this week. Then I'll be looking at booking flights and making reservations.

I'm going the last week of June, Friday the 24th I believe until Sunday July 1st.

I'm still not 100 on DR or Colombia but I was looking at plane tickets today and they were almost exactly the same, about $800 round trip. If that's the case I will for sure be going to Medellin over Sosua as the women of Colombia seem to be much more attractive than DR, in my eyes at least.

Ya, idk. It's happening. I'll be in Poblado and Parque Lleras 90% of the time. Def interested in at least a couple tours around, otherwise I'll end up spending literally all my time in a room fucking.Go to Medellin, the people who travel to Sosua are obnoxious as hell. Especially the 1's that fly in on jet blue from New York for the weekend.

Nypher
05-16-22, 17:59
Go to Medellin, the people who travel to Sosua are obnoxious as hell. Especially the 1's that fly in on jet blue from New York for the weekend.Can confirm which is why on weekends I stay away from Centro. Every plane trip down it's either the hood travel bros or hood surgery sisters and they are loud. You can clearly hear their entire conversation from 10 feet.

Also never go on a holiday weekend where the clowns can get an extra day off work to do more clown shit like in the video below. They won't dare do clown stuff like that in Medellin.

https://youtu.be/eAHEjxiw9xw

LatinaLover#1
05-18-22, 03:38
Beetle bar has been gone for several years now.Is Bar Idem still open In SJ?

Mtndew704
05-22-22, 20:07
Can confirm which is why on weekends I stay away from Centro. Every plane trip down it's either the hood travel bros or hood surgery sisters and they are loud. You can clearly hear their entire conversation from 10 feet.

Also never go on a holiday weekend where the clowns can get an extra day off work to do more clown shit like in the video below. They won't dare do clown stuff like that in Medellin.

https://youtu.be/eAHEjxiw9xwExactly, they must be starved for attention or something.

Zeos1
05-23-22, 01:24
Is Bar Idem still open In SJ?It was closed and looked like it was gone. But I heard rumors it may be back, but really not sure.

GreenBud
05-23-22, 22:22
From the US prospective.

1) Get Google Fi.

2) If you have T-Moble plan such as Magenta, you get internet services in many countries including Colombia. Problem is that it is limited and it's 3 G.

3) Pay high fees and pay for roaming from Verizon and other providers.

4) Get local SIM when you exit the international baggage area in Bogota airport. It is the first store you see. But the price is very expensive. You know the price is expensive because it is priced in US dollars. Lowest level was about US $20 for a few gigs; price was about double for about a quarter of what you can get with Claro.

5) Best option (for value): get pre-paid plan with Claro (or with other providers). Problem is that it's somewhat inconvenient since you can't get it at the airport.

Warning: You can get ripped off. I got scammed. I should have known.

I did something new. I went to a store west of Santa Fe. It was on the second level with a Claro sign. I thought it was an official Claro store, but it was just a Claro payment center. Inside, a few people pretend to be to Claro employees. They have Claro shirts. Those MFers! I attempted to get Claro service. But they said that foreign phones are not allowed to get Claro service. That is a fuckin LIE. They want to sell you their phones. They even took my passport and pretended to check their computers. They have an act. That place scam foreigners.

Not sure why I did this, but I paid for a SIM card from them. Got charged 10 mil. Another scam. Price is 3 mil at the Claro store. Then I loaded the 40 mil package. It didn't work. Only got the unlimited social apps enabled. Internet, text, and phone did not work. Later I was told it was because the SIM card was "not unauthorized".

Here are the facts. SIM cards you get from the street has to be registered with a local ID. It can work IF the seller adds an authorized ID. But be careful if you use this option. I remember a poster saying his credits got erased, probably after the seller reported it lost.

This is what I always do. I go to the Andino Mall (or go to any OFFICIAL Claro store). They have a big, official Claro store on the second level. They have great customer service that will help you. I get the pre-paid package of 40 mil. You get 12 gigs and unlimited phone and text for 30 days. They have other packages which are cheaper. SIM is 3 mil. You need a passport. A copy of my passport has always been accepted.

JjBee62
05-26-22, 19:55
Just a reminder, Sunday is an election day. All alcohol sales are prohibited between 4 pm Saturday and noon on Monday. Plan accordingly.

Also, the Metro and Transmilenio in Bogota, are free all day Sunday. There will be a lot more passengers than a normal Sunday.

LoveItHere69
05-26-22, 20:49
Tourists can only stay in Colombia for 6 months total in any calendar year (Jan 1 to Dec 31). If I land September 1, 2022 and stay 3 months I will get an online extension to cover the December 1 to December 31 time frame. Now in 2023, I get another 3 months with 3 month extension.

But do I have to leave the country too since the new calendar year started my new 6 months stay?

If "yes", do I have to leave Colombia at the end of 2022 or leave and come back quickly the first few days or weeks in January 2023?

Does the Colombian government allow me to leave and return in the same day (same day visa run)?

GringoTigre
05-28-22, 07:19
Tourists can only stay in Colombia for 6 months total in any calendar year (Jan 1 to Dec 31). If I land September 1, 2022 and stay 3 months I will get an online extension to cover the December 1 to December 31 time frame. Now in 2023, I get another 3 months with 3 month extension.

But do I have to leave the country too since the new calendar year started my new 6 months stay?

If "yes", do I have to leave Colombia at the end of 2022 or leave and come back quickly the first few days or weeks in January 2023?

Does the Colombian government allow me to leave and return in the same day (same day visa run)?Read this:

https://expatgroup.co/english/expats-in-colombia/extend-your-tourist-stamp/

And also read the long details at migracion Colombia website.

GringoTigre
05-28-22, 07:38
From the US prospective.
This is what I always do. I go to the Andino Mall (or go to any OFFICIAL Claro store). They have a big, official Claro store on the second level. They have great customer service that will help you. I get the pre-paid package of 40 mil. You get 12 gigs and unlimited phone and text for 30 days. They have other packages which are cheaper. SIM is 3 mil. You need a passport. A copy of my passport has always been accepted.Overall, this is an outstanding post. A few tweaks.

Go to a company store: This is true for all carriers. And in all countries, not just Colombia. However, in Colombia you need only visit the company store to get your sim and pay your first month as prepago. If you run out of data or more than 30 days, then you can get a refill in many many tiendas. Rates are the same, just pay the cash and wait in the store about a minute to get the text confirmation that the payment went thru. This is a pro-tip for anyone spending time outside of major cities where there are no company stores!

The Andino store is good, but it isn't a full customer service store it's Claro Tech. There to sell equipment and do basic stuff. If you have something more complicated, you need to be at a full Claro store like the one on 15th near parque 93.

Depending on how much time you spend in locumbia, you may want to choose between the prepago and postpago. Novia tells me I can only do prepago with claro, but she is just trying to be humorous. Postpago got more complicated late last year.

In terms of Claro, Movistar, and everyone else. Claro has the best coverage by far throughout the country and in the cities.

"Everyone else" can be a little cheaper but you can hit issues with coverage and not being able to easily refill.

If you leave and come back to Colombia frequently and have a need to keep the same number for whatever reason (incl Whatsapp), then you may get your number released if you are out of country too long. Claro couldn't explain to me. Maybe someone here knows for sure?

Chicago85
05-28-22, 15:33
Tourists can only stay in Colombia for 6 months total in any calendar year (Jan 1 to Dec 31). If I land September 1, 2022 and stay 3 months I will get an online extension to cover the December 1 to December 31 time frame. Now in 2023, I get another 3 months with 3 month extension.

But do I have to leave the country too since the new calendar year started my new 6 months stay?

If "yes", do I have to leave Colombia at the end of 2022 or leave and come back quickly the first few days or weeks in January 2023?

Does the Colombian government allow me to leave and return in the same day (same day visa run)?Check out the Gringo Paisa Medellin Facebook Group and do a search in the upper right side of the page. There are quite a few threads on this same scenario.

Chicago85
05-28-22, 15:39
From the US prospective.

1) Get Google Fi.

2) If you have T-Moble plan such as Magenta, you get internet services in many countries including Colombia. Problem is that it is limited and it's 3 G.

3) Pay high fees and pay for roaming from Verizon and other providers.

4) Get local SIM when you exit the international baggage area in Bogota airport. It is the first store you see. But the price is very expensive. You know the price is expensive because it is priced in US dollars. Lowest level was about US $20 for a few gigs; price was about double for about a quarter of what you can get with Claro.

5) Best option (for value): get pre-paid plan with Claro (or with other providers). Problem is that it's somewhat inconvenient since you can't get it at the airport.

This is what I always do. I go to the Andino Mall (or go to any OFFICIAL Claro store). They have a big, official Claro store on the second level. They have great customer service that will help you. I get the pre-paid package of 40 mil. You get 12 gigs and unlimited phone and text for 30 days. They have other packages which are cheaper. SIM is 3 mil. You need a passport. A copy of my passport has always been accepted.VERY Important. If you plan to return to Colombia ensure that your phone is registered. You may receive some texts on this a week or so after you start using in Colombia To do this you need a Colombian Cedula (or someone elses) as a passport won't work. I bought a cheap unblocked Samsung S9 in the states, used it in Colombia for 2 weeks and it was blocked while I was back in the states as I was unable to register it. When I returned to Colombia took me a day and a lot of time to get the issue resolved, including going the man Claro store to have my device unblocked and then to a computer store to have my phone hacked and bands opened up again. I do not recommend so make sure it's registered!

Zeos1
05-28-22, 18:04
VERY Important. If you plan to return to Colombia ensure that your phone is registered. You may receive some texts on this a week or so after you start using in Colombia To do this you need a Colombian Cedula (or someone elses) as a passport won't work. I bought a cheap unblocked Samsung S9 in the states, used it in Colombia for 2 weeks and it was blocked while I was back in the states as I was unable to register it. When I returned to Colombia took me a day and a lot of time to get the issue resolved, including going the man Claro store to have my device unblocked and then to a computer store to have my phone hacked and bands opened up again. I do not recommend so make sure it's registered!If you get your SIM at a full service Claro store they will properly register it, etc. As he said, you need your passport. But if you were to buy a SIM on the street if it functions that means it is already registered to someone else, or will need to be registered in the next couple of weeks. Perhaps with that scenario the website will not accept a passport ID, I don't know. But yes, be sure it is registered. It is the PHONE that needs to be registered with a valid Colombian number, or the next time you come you won't be able to use that phone for anything, with any company or any number.