Medellin Reports

[RiceRocket99]

I'm a little confused about being charged this 3. 5% commission rate when I recently used my Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card that charges 0% foreign transaction. I've used this card many times over the years in Colombia. Only on a rare occasion I see this 3. 5% commission rate on the purchase and I made sure the transaction was in pesos. Both times this happened it was in a restaurant. Now, just recently this happened again while I was paying for an apartment rental which takes credit card transactions. This being over 2 million peso transaction, the 3. 5% fee is a stinger. I said wtf, but the lady ensured she put pesos and not American dollars. Can someone, anyone clarify this for me? Thanks!

[Surfer500]

I'm from Brooklyn myself, and do plan on doing that. But on average, how common are taxi's in central? I can seriously factor in an extra 5 dollars between Casa's to get into a cab even if it will bring me a place that is 3 blocks away. That may seem like a huge waste but I certainly do not want to go walking through streets that I have never scene before, at least that's how it is back home where 3 blocks can be separated by scenes from The Walking Dead as WindAngel so vividly pointed out. Also with regards to getting lost, I rather roll the dice with a random taxi I find on the street than to linger around in a hood area trying to find my way out. Or there are zones that even taxis don't go?

Taxis are everywhere and will go anywhere you want in El Centro and all of them are metered with a minimum fare of 5,500 Pesos or less than $ 2 USD.

[Septimius]

Vika has a nice car and was dressed fetchingly in jeans and a bodysuit. The police check didn't rattle her in the least. Once back in the car she gave me a deep kiss before putting it in gear. Before we reached the tool booth her ample tits were out and in my hands. They returned to the playground after the toll and remained out until we pulled up to a Davivienda ATM.

After tucking myself back in and zipping up my pants (yes I did enjoy the ride), I was surprised to find the ATM allowed up to 2 million per transaction, with no fee. Back to the car and we were off to Motel Ibiza...


To be continued.

Thanks for the details in your report. Good to know about the ATM's not having fees and what the airport rate is! I have a feeling I will go through the same thing as you while there. My mind will want 2 girls a day but my body will only be able to take on 1 haha.

[JjBee62]

What made him stupid? Was he standing in the street counting his cash?

My guess is he decided giving the robber what he wanted wasn't a good idea. Which may have well been the nice expensive smart phone he was walking around staring at.

[JjBee62]

There is an easier map solution. Keep a list of addresses you want to visit. Before you leave, spend some time on google maps and learn how street addresses are arranged. Calle = street and carrera = avenue more or less. Don't worry about north / south / east / west. Using the example of new life, (calle 56 #43-39) it is on calle 56 (streets are numbered in sequence so 56 is between 55 and 57), the #43 refers to carrera 43, the closest carrera to New Life, the #39 is your reference for how many doors from carrera 43. Once you get comfortable with that system you can find any street address by orienting yourself to any number you see on any building, as long as you know which street you are on. The same system is used in the borough of Queens in New York City by the way.

Just one minor correction on the addresses. In your example #43 refers to the the lower numbered street that it's between, Carrera 43 and 44.39 refers to the number of meters away from Carrera 43. You don't need a tape measure. The last number just gives an indication of whether it's closer to Carrera 43 or 44.

In El Centro it's pretty straightforward. Streets are mostly straight. When you get into the hills, especially in new areas, things get confusing.

Also, it's worth noting that there are no street signs. Street names are located on plaques on a corner building at many intersections. Some are green, some are bronze. Examples attached. The sign below is the other name for the street.

[FortuneWaffers]

Based on your approach, your going to do just fine in Medellin! For your flash cards, perhaps some sketches of what your looking for specifically will help as well.

I plan on making these myself featuring a phallic object being inserted into orifices like a mouth or an ass. No plans to make one for the poon as I am sure that one is quite universal.

[Turgid]

I saw a stupid backpacker get robbed at knife point during the day time in Centro with loads of pedestrians around. It happened so quick that I don't think most people nearby even noticed.

If you have even a modicum of common sense, this likely won't happen to you.

What made him stupid? Was he standing in the street counting his cash?

[FortuneWaffers]

There is an easier map solution. Keep a list of addresses you want to visit. Before you leave, spend some time on google maps and learn how street addresses are arranged. Calle = street and carrera = avenue more or less. Don't worry about north / south / east / west. Using the example of new life, (calle 56 #43-39) it is on calle 56 (streets are numbered in sequence so 56 is between 55 and 57), the #43 refers to carrera 43, the closest carrera to New Life, the #39 is your reference for how many doors from carrera 43. Once you get comfortable with that system you can find any street address by orienting yourself to any number you see on any building, as long as you know which street you are on. The same system is used in the borough of Queens in New York City by the way.

I'm from Brooklyn myself, and do plan on doing that. But on average, how common are taxi's in central? I can seriously factor in an extra 5 dollars between Casa's to get into a cab even if it will bring me a place that is 3 blocks away. That may seem like a huge waste but I certainly do not want to go walking through streets that I have never scene before, at least that's how it is back home where 3 blocks can be separated by scenes from The Walking Dead as WindAngel so vividly pointed out. Also with regards to getting lost, I rather roll the dice with a random taxi I find on the street than to linger around in a hood area trying to find my way out. Or there are zones that even taxis don't go?

[JohnJones22]

Does anyone know where / how to find high end models? I'm talking even higher end than la isla or fase dos. Those instagram models that charge 1 million and up. Anyone know anything about this?

[JjBee62]

Flashback to Sunday evening. I've just sat down on the plane, sent a message to Vika and am ready to power down when a buddy sends a name, Facebook link and a note that he wants me to see the girl while I'm in town. I send a friend request and reply that I'll make an effort.

My original plans for Monday evening were for rest and relaxation. My mind may want 2 girls a day, but my body isn't as enthusiastic. However, when a friend asks something of me, I try to come through. I both succeeded and failed this time.

The new girl, I'll call her Shelly, messaged me throughout the day. Not badgering, just taking her time to respond. We agreed on her picking me up via taxi at 7 pm. For old Mansion vets, you might know her by her tits, Sara and Kata.

Ten minutes before 7 she tells me she's on the way, which in Paisa means she'll be on the way in no more than 10 minutes, unless her phone rings, the dog barks or she decides to take more than 10 minutes. The taxi arrived at 7:55,5 minutes early in Paisa time, and took us to Motel Invegas. The taxi meter wasn't working and rather than argue, I paid the 40 k.

She's 29, with no kids, nice brown skin, well shaped small tits with chocolate drop nipples and an ass the ass lovers will appreciate. Her face looks like an older sister of a friend in Bogota, which is a good thing. No DFK, only CBJ and every position for CFS. There was good conversation, but I found the performance to be somewhat mechanical, a cross between a mechanical bull and the Energizer Bunny.

She did manage an almost deep throat, with some gagging, but mostly she approached it the same as the CFS, hard and fast. Unfortunately, I'm a slow and sensual kind of guy. She was at least a trooper. She tried and didn't give up until I raised the white flag. I was worried about injury if she kept trying to get my nut.

This was a classic YMMV situation. Her looks were great, as well as the body, although the ass was more than I like. She put on a reasonable act, but if a girl needs lube, it's almost always an act. Hard and fast guys, and ass worshippers will probably enjoy her, but I won't repeat.

After settling the motel bill (54 k for up to 6 hours), I had the taxi drop me at the Poblado metro station, which turned out to be a mistake. When I lived here, I'd climb the hill to Lleras on a hot day without breaking a sweat. Last night, I was ready to lay down with a passed out glue sniffer, if he had an extra pillow. Finally made it to Juancho Alitas for a late dinner and some people watching.

There were 2 obvious working girls with a gringo, just getting up to leave as I sat down and 2 more strolled by a few minutes later. We made eye contact, but I didn't show any interest and they moved along. Spotted 2 more down the street from (pic attached) and was interested in getting the red dress girl's number, but they had moved along before I finished.

I considered doing a full stroll of the park, just to see what's changed, but instead opted for a beer at The Beer Store before grabbing a taxi home.

Impressions: Not much has changed. Lots of construction, including Parque Poblado, which is completely closed off. I'm seeing more chunky girls than before, but there are still plenty of hot girls to keep me happy. Parque Lleras looks the same. Overall it hasn't changed much, although the hills seem to be steeper.

[JjBee62]

Vika has a nice car and was dressed fetchingly in jeans and a bodysuit. The police check didn't rattle her in the least. Once back in the car she gave me a deep kiss before putting it in gear. Before we reached the tool booth her ample tits were out and in my hands. They returned to the playground after the toll and remained out until we pulled up to a Davivienda ATM.

After tucking myself back in and zipping up my pants (yes I did enjoy the ride), I was surprised to find the ATM allowed up to 2 million per transaction, with no fee. Back to the car and we were off to Motel Ibiza.

There had been some unnecessary confusion over when and where I could pick up the keys to my friend's apartment, so I had arranged to stay at the motel until morning. I'm also not keen on bringing girls to the apartment. My friend doesn't approve and I have other friends living in the same complex.

Back to the action. Once in the room, Vika headed to the bathroom and came out wearing some sexy lingerie. She also brought along her husband, which would have been awkward, except that's what she calls her Hitachi vibrator.

There was music, there was dancing, there was plenty of DFK and there was, without any prompting, plenty of BBBJ, with BLS and a few flicks of the tongue even lower while the jacuzzi was filling. After 30 minutes in the jacuzzi with more BBBJ and a quick rinse in the shower, we headed to the bed. DATY, BBBJ, DFK, CFS in multiple positions, help from the vibrator, lots of effort, and zero complaints took up the next 30 minutes and allowed me to complete my arrival.

When I returned to the bed after a quick clean up, I found her having sex with her husband and was encouraged to assist until she completed the hat trick. Cuddling, a few kisses, some light conversation then off to sleep. In the morning, she brought me to the apartment and spent some time making sure I'd remember her. I'm not going to argue over what constitutes GFE, but to any outside observer, it would have looked like GFE throughout.

Vika is older and has been in the game for a long time. She has a small frame, large, natural breasts, small hands and feet and no sign of baby damage. She's not vise tight, but just about right for me. An excellent performer in my opinion.

After a brief nap and a check of what I need to buy, I caught an Uber to Parque Lleras to check in with a friend. We talked about the changes in Medellin, the hassles and the things which remain the same. Afterwards I walked to the Metro and returned to Sabaneta for lunch, shopping and a return to the apartment.

To be continued.

[JjBee62]

After spending all day Sunday walking around Mexico City, I reached MDE at 11:30 pm. Flight was unremarkable except for AeroMexico attempting to switch me out of my premium seat. They said there was a family they were trying to seat together. However, the 2 others in my row were solo travelers. They also said that I had to pay extra for the premium seat. After telling the woman I had paid (the only way I could have reserved a premium seat) and showing my receipt, she apologized.

Just a note to new international travelers:. Always carry a pen in your carry-on. There's going to be a form to fill out. It's also useful to have your hotel or apartment info saved on your phone.

I had arranged an airport pickup from a frequently reviewed girl in Medellin, once we were on the ground I sent a message and told her I'd be out soon. I was a bit optimistic.

First stop Immigration. Six kiosks open, 4 for residents, 2 for foreigners, 1 of which also handled flight crews. The line did not move quickly and the agents seemed to be asking more questions than I remembered. Once through, I grabbed my bag and headed for the Customs check. This line was also moving slower than I recall. I did take the opportunity to check the airport exchange rate: 2400 cop to $1.

Overall, from arrival until I was outside, 1 hour elapsed. Another 5 minutes for my girl to come around from the parking area and after tossing my things in the trunk and collecting a quick kiss, we were headed to. Why are the cops stopping us?

We had only driven 50 feet when they pulled us over. My driver assured me it was for a paperwork check for her and I was her boyfriend if asked. After 5 minutes with her paperwork they told her to get out of the car. After another 5 minutes a cop came around to my window and started asking me questions. He wanted to know how I knew her, etc. I dropped her name, let him know I had lived in Medellin for a year and when he asked if she was my neighbor, dropped the novia on him. A few minutes later we were finally on our way.

Later she showed me a report that they found 36 kilos of coke in a car in the airport parking lot, which she thought was the reason for the hassles.

To be continued.

[Surfer500]

Since I can afford ubers / taxis through out the trip, I plan on moving in the shadows so to say. I want to find a good taxi-dude and latch onto him for the rest of my trip. I would imagine the few times that I am on the "street" is to eat lunch and the brief moments when I walk from the casa / love motel door to the tax or uber. Any Spanish I will manage to utter will be very to the point, like asking for her colon-highway, at least that's the level of Spanish I am at right. I am ready to bring some flash cards, I really don't care, just need to get my point across.

Based on your approach, your going to do just fine in Medellin! For your flash cards, perhaps some sketches of what your looking for specifically will help as well.

[FortuneWaffers]

Looking at a map on the street in el centro is like having a flashing red light on your head, don't do it, wait until you are sitting down in a cafe.

Well yea, One can always run into, say, a Pharmacy or into the vicinity of some policia before whipping it out. Lets attach some common sense into what I am saying. Looking at a piece of paper is no different than keeping your head down texting anywhere, its a bad idea in any city where you don't know any of the surroundings.

[Bart1]

Oh yea, I have been trying to draw a mental map of the whole La Candalaria Area of Medellin, I plan on bringing a paper map (nothing to jack). Which ads are you referring to for anal? On photoprepagos?

As far as a similar experience, the closest thing I can equate downtown Medellin to is probably downtown Casa Blanca or Tangier:

1. Both places stared at Chinos like we from Mars.

2. Both Places ridden with WG and Poverty.

3. Both places with evidently rough areas where the above point is hosted in.

Since I can afford ubers / taxis through out the trip, I plan on moving in the shadows so to say. I want to find a good taxi-dude and latch onto him for the rest of my trip. I would imagine the few times that I am on the "street" is to eat lunch and the brief moments when I walk from the casa / love motel door to the tax or uber. Any Spanish I will manage to utter will be very to the point, like asking for her colon-highway, at least that's the level of Spanish I am at right. I am ready to bring some flash cards, I really don't care, just need to get my point across.

Looking at a map on the street in el centro is like having a flashing red light on your head, don't do it, wait until you are sitting down in a cafe.