Cartagena Reports

[Crypton]

What's the plaza look like during the end of the month. Planning on going 25-29. Is it worth going?

I will be in Cartagena from 20-27. Shoot me a PM if you are interested in meeting up.

[Fake Nick]

the reason that El Laguito and Bocogrande are more often recommended because there are more restaurants in those areas and the beach is close by so ease of access to for other things than chicas?

LDV used to be located in Laguito. A lot of gringos bought condos in Laguito with ocean views. Now that LDV has moved to the old town and the girls all go to the Clock Tower, it seems that Laguito is not as desirable any more to monger.

[DeepXliv]

Thanks for the info. I looked at some airbnb around the clock tower area for convenience of street girls, are Old City Balcones a decent selection? I want to be centrally located for ease of bringing girls in and out.

I'm not familiar with that place but it's a common concern about location and I don't think people understand how close things are in Cartagena, it's all good for bringing girls in and out.

[DeepXliv]

I have a question. I see many people recommend El Laguito and Bocagrande as the locations to find accommodations. Then there are some who say they stay in Old Town somewhat close to the Tower.

If the action is mainly at the tower and LDV then shouldn't that area be where we should be staying at? Or is the reason that El Laguito and Bocogrande are more often recommended because there are more restaurants in those areas and the beach is close by so ease of access to for other things than chicas?

Apologize if its a stupid question.

Either is fine. It's all a 5-10 min cab ride anyways and the cabs are super cheap. So it just depends on whether you'd rather wake up by the beach and go to the old city at night and take a cab with the girl or take a cab in the morning to the beach and back before picking up a girl. Really doesn't matter.

[Trojan22]

I have a question. I see many people recommend El Laguito and Bocagrande as the locations to find accommodations. Then there are some who say they stay in Old Town somewhat close to the Tower.

If the action is mainly at the tower and LDV then shouldn't that area be where we should be staying at? Or is the reason that El Laguito and Bocogrande are more often recommended because there are more restaurants in those areas and the beach is close by so ease of access to for other things than chicas?

Apologize if it’s a stupid question.

[Trojan22]

Hello all,

Contemplating making my first trip to Cartagena in March.

My mongering experience so far has been a handful of Sosua trips and one to Costa Rica. I'm a decent looking early 40's white American with minimal Spanish speaking skills, but I had a great time in both DR and CR and didn't have any issues.

From what I've gathered reading through the first couple pages here, March seems like a good time to go, and the average is 150-200 k COP / HR which seems comparable to DR so that's cool.

Is the vibe more street girls or club / bar or both? I'm good with either.

Any recommendations on chica friendly hotels or rentals and just general intel would be appreciated.

I will be visiting Cartagena for the first time as well in March. We should grab a beers if you're up for it!

I've been studying this thread a bit and seems like the main club action is at a place called LVE. Other than that, the rest of it seems to be at the clock tower. Some refer to using Tinder and Facebook as well (I used this in Medellin and it worked very well) so that's an option as well.

[MobToatl88]

It's both, street girls by the clock tower and club scene. I personally am not interested in Isis or Pley club and would rather party at La Dolce Vita or Space. If you're on airbnb just message your host and if you're doing a hotel, just book for 2 people.

Thanks for the info. I looked at some airbnb around the clock tower area for convenience of street girls, are Old City Balcones a decent selection? I want to be centrally located for ease of bringing girls in and out.

[DeepXliv]

If I get the burner phone and recharge will I also get a new number? I don't want to be using my number from the states if possible. Thanks for the help.

My opinion is don't buy the burner, just download google voice and use that number to setup whatsapp.

[DeepXliv]

It's both, street girls by the clock tower and club scene. I personally am not interested in Isis or Pley club and would rather party at La Dolce Vita or Space. If you're on airbnb just message your host and if you're doing a hotel, just book for 2 people.

Hello all,

Contemplating making my first trip to Cartagena in March.

My mongering experience so far has been a handful of Sosua trips and one to Costa Rica. I'm a decent looking early 40's white American with minimal Spanish speaking skills, but I had a great time in both DR and CR and didn't have any issues.

From what I've gathered reading through the first couple pages here, March seems like a good time to go, and the average is 150-200 k COP / HR which seems comparable to DR so that's cool.

Is the vibe more street girls or club / bar or both? I'm good with either.

Any recommendations on chica friendly hotels or rentals and just general intel would be appreciated.

[Mechanic88]

What's the plaza look like during the end of the month. Planning on going 25-29. Is it worth going?

[MobToatl88]

Hello all,

Contemplating making my first trip to Cartagena in March.

My mongering experience so far has been a handful of Sosua trips and one to Costa Rica. I'm a decent looking early 40's white American with minimal Spanish speaking skills, but I had a great time in both DR and CR and didn't have any issues.

From what I've gathered reading through the first couple pages here, March seems like a good time to go, and the average is 150-200 k COP / HR which seems comparable to DR so that's cool.

Is the vibe more street girls or club / bar or both? I'm good with either.

Any recommendations on chica friendly hotels or rentals and just general intel would be appreciated.

[Mojo Bandit]

If I get the burner phone and recharge will I also get a new number? I don't want to be using my number from the states if possible. Thanks for the help.

You are not saying in your post so I must ask. Are you planning to buy this phone in Colombia or before you leave. Unless you are fluent in spanish, I suggest you buy one before you leave. Yes they may be able to set it up for you in English but with some hassle, and also electronics are more expensive in Colombia. If you just need a phone to do the basics, communicate, navigate, translate, etc. Then I suggest buying an unlocked multiband phone off of Amazon or some place and then you will just need to buy a SIM when you arrive in Colombia. I say buy a multiband because then you have the most flexibility on carriers when you arrive. The GSM 850 and GSM 1900 bands are used in Colombia for cell phones. They will need to see your passport also. Depending on how far out your trip is, your cheapest option is probably ordering a phone off amazon, there are unlocked phones on there for less than $100.

Here is an article by an expat living in Colombia about cell phones, scroll down to "Using Cell Phones from Other Countries".

https://medellinguru.com/cell-phones/

[RockPaper7777]

If I get the burner phone and recharge will I also get a new number? I don't want to be using my number from the states if possible. Thanks for the help.

Dear Hank,

You will receive a new Colombian number when you purchase the burner phone. Just remember to get it "Recharged". It is possible that the cell phone store will not do the recharging. Again, the expression recharging has nothing to do with electricity, but rather sells you minutes of connect time, data, etc. It is very cheap compared to the US. It is also performed for you at the cash registers of most small grocery stores, gas stations, etc. You simply ask the cashier for "recharga", they tap a few keys, ask for your phone number, give them only a small amount of money, and you are good to go for a couple of weeks or more. It takes maybe two minutes. Your chica will send you pics, you can take pics of her, contact a bunch of other girls, etc. When your trip is over, throw the burner into the trash. Best of luck.

[Mojo Bandit]

Is it possible for a foreigner to get a pay as you go sim card in CTG?

I'll bring an elderly unlocked sammy phone newly reset ideal for collecting chica numbers. And whatsapps.

Essentially "pay as you go" is all a foreign tourists is going to get. I used to always buy them at the Olimpica supermarket (Bocagrande corner of Carrera 3/ Calle 6) but I am sure they are all over the place. I think that Tigo, Claro and Movistar of the big ones , unless one of these has been bought out or something. Just remember that they will want to see your passport. You can look for the logo, I am posting images.

[LuvMexicanas]

I don't care about going alone to most places but Brazil just seems more shady than other places. I'm not someone that gets flashy in public nor do I go seeking for trouble (arguments, drugs etc) but still. I'the prefer to go with someone my first time then perhaps go myself afterwards once I'm at least a bit more familiar with the area.

Perhaps I'm overthinking it and Brazil may not be any more shady than Colombia.

Any urban center with millions of people requires that you not act negligent. I visited Sao Paulo a couple years ago and unless you do something stupid like head to Crackolandia, just exercise ordinary care and be aware of your surroundings.