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**Blobster** · 12-12-02 08:10

Nibu...now I know where you get some of your freaky ideas on the world...must be this Icky bastard. Just don't believe everything you read...isn't that HIS motto?

**JamesBond69** · 12-12-02 06:51

Originally posted by LatinTraveller
Nibu

The maximum stay on a tourist visa is 120 days in any year (not calandar year).

LatinTraveller

120 days in Colombia is a long time, it's like almost half a year. The truth is that no Americans wants to go to Colombia because it's not cool right now. So 120 days is enough. I was in Colombia when Patrana was prez and before (six visits) and it wasn't so dangerous and stayed more than 60 days. I got an extension really easiiy at the DOS HXQ in Bogota and probably could have extended my visa at no cost for life if I wanted.

The problem in Colombia is not overstaying your visa, but figuring out the places to go where you won't have any problems, like Cartagena (relatively safe) and maybe a few other places if you are cool, speak Spanish and don't stand out as a gringo.

In short, Colombia has truly great chicas but right now it's NOT where you should be practicing the hobby. Like Cuba it has great potential but not worth the hassle.

**LatinTraveller** · 12-09-02 02:57

Nibu

Believe it or not it the immigration authorities in Colombia are very difficult. Very surprising considering no one wants to go there.

US citizens can enter and receive a 60-day tourist visa at the point of entry. This can be extended twice for a further 30 days each time.

The maximum stay on a tourist visa is 120 days in any year (not calandar year).

Take care

LatinTraveller

**Johan007** · 11-14-02 11:27

Jamesbond69

you are absolutely correct upon the current state of Colombia!!!

That's one of the reasons why we (my German friend and I) NOT to go to Colombia in February!!!!
It's just too dangerous out there.
Despite what some guys are telling me on several boards and lists;-)
It isn't worth the hassle.....there are many more places with pretty women in SA then "just" Colombia!!
Bolivia,Costa Rica,Peru,Brasil,Uruguay and Argentina just to name a few.

IMHO I think cities as Cali (were probably the most marriage-agencies are from all SA Cities!!) tehre are just too many players (women who look for "free rides") and too much competition (many US males there) for us Europeans.

I think other countries have better conditions at this moment.

Johan.

**JamesBond69** · 11-01-02 05:33

>Cities in both Colombia and Venezuela are relatively safe but travel between cities for a foreigner is only really possible by air.

Why risk your life for a few bucks?

Take care

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I disagree. I would say - and I've been going down to Colombia for over ten years but not now for the moment - except for Cartagena and Santa Marta the cities are not safe for Americans. And no one - even Colombians - feel safe traveling the highways between the major cities at night. During the day in a bus the chances are less but they do exist.

Let's get real mongers....Colombia right now is in the middle of a ferocious civil war. There are more displaced people in Colombia moving from the countryside to the city - estimates range at over a million - then in Kosovo at the height of the NATO bombing.

That said the people are great and the chicas warm hearted and beautfiful. It's a real tragedy what is going on right now.

**LatinTraveller** · 11-01-02 04:16

Knifefish

The northern parts of both Venezuela and Colombia are full of ELN and AUC paramilitaries. You can fly from both Caracas and Maricaibo to Santa Marta. It´s quick (30 minutes), safe and relatively inexpensive (US$35).

Cities in both Colombia and Venezuela are relatively safe but travel between cities for a foreigner is only really possible by air.

Why risk your life for a few bucks?

Take care

Latintraveller

**KnifeFish** · 11-01-02 00:46

Thanks for the feedback guys. I intend to hit Cuba during my trip and will fly there via CCS. I think that while I'm in Venezuela , I'll go as far as Maracalbo and see what Colombianas are around there. I only have time to hit Santa Marta for a few days, thats why I wanted to avoid flying. Will report back on what I find.

thanks

**JamesBond69** · 10-31-02 20:11

Still Cartagena seems (together with the San andres isles) the only place that is free from Frac scum......for howlong???

Johan. [/i][/QUOTE]

I would say forever, as Cartagena is where the FARC have their vacation homes and they are very posh. They don't want to jeopardize their real estate investments...

BUT....with refugees flooding into Cartagena from the countryside there is plenty of petty street crimes, so even there you have to be careful although it's no where as dangerous as other large Colombia cities.

**Johan007** · 10-31-02 18:56

Knifefish.

Zippy is correct!!!!

Do NOT travel by land in Colombia,how short the distance may seem.
Farc warfare is spreading even into the cities right now!! Even Bogota got hit by several terroristic attacks the last few weeks.medellin allready is a total warzone!! Not to mention the areas surrounding Cali!!

Still Cartagena seems (together with the San andres isles) the only place that is free from Frac scum......for howlong???

Johan.

**Zippy** · 10-31-02 01:25

Knifefish...

I STRONGLY ENCOURAGE you to think twice before bussing ANYWHERE in Colombia at this time. Most of the guerrilla action is further south, however, there has been more and more problems lately in that area.

Do yourself a favor, pay the extra cash, and go through the extra hassle by taking a plane.

**KnifeFish** · 10-30-02 00:32

Hi Guys

I intend to travel from Venezuela to Colombia on the bus from Maracalbo to Santa Marta. Apparently there are two bus companies running this road , both aircon, starting off early morning. The trip is around 6 and half hours. My info comes from the Lonely Planet guide. As far as security goes , is this road pretty hot or is most rebel action further down south?

I would fly, but it seems a pain in the ass when I can do the same trip for 20 dollars rather than having to book airlines etc etc.

thanks

KnifeFish.

**Zippy** · 10-21-02 21:57

Sorry, but I've never been to Pereira, Manizales, or Bucaranmanga so I can't help you guys there...

**FrequentFlyer** · 10-18-02 03:30

So has anyone here ever been to Pereira?
I hear that there are a lot of hot chicks there,
but since it's so far from any of the big cities, I'm not sure if I should try it.
Thanks for any info.

**Member #4239** · 10-17-02 06:30

To monkey(a.k.a loser Raphael):
While I am in Honduras, if I run across any motels with 3$/night specials, I'll be sure to let you know when I get back. And you prefer those motels with no running water, right? I know your e-mail already, wipeass@yahoo.com, no? J.G.

**Johan007** · 10-16-02 18:51

Guys,

which city is BEST for whoring arround????
I go to Cali...and maybe cartagena.

I love SLEAZY YOUNG SLUTS!!! (16-22). In my country we don't have such a stupid law as in the uSA. Here 16 years is legal;so if I meet a horny goodlooking 16 yo ****....she is MINE!!!!

BUT I have to be very carefull as I know that IF my (future) novia finds out about my hookering hobby she'll DUMP me faster then I can say Mississippi!

I also like to try Bogota,but from this board I learn there is not much real action. It's overrated,overpriced and dangerous too!(did you guys hear of thet "knock-out" powder some Colombian ho's use to rob Johns????)

btw If any of you Guys are trying the "agency" route to find a decent wife: 95% of those are NOT legit and ONLY after your money.
So far only 4(!) from 14 Agencies ansered my emails. And from that 4 there are 3 not sure.

I think I can find a girl in Cali myself.
I will try to report to this board (and eewl) every third day or so...if I get the time;-)

Keep Fucking!!

Johan.

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