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03-07-24 13:58 #65960
Posts: 1255Originally Posted by MrEnternational [View Original Post]
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03-07-24 13:13 #65959
Posts: 578No disrespect for bus riders
It can be fun to use public transportation in the city and a sense of accomplishment when you were able to do so to go to a location that you want to visit. I always use the Metro to go to El Centro or some sightseeing places. If you go to Parque Arvi, the cable cars to get up there give you a good experience and there is a sense of accomplishment that you were able to get there by public transportation.
My point is that from the airport I am tired especially after that our long line for immigration that you may experience. I just want to get to the hotel as quickly as possible. That white cab for 110 mil set fee is a no hassle experience that will get you to your hotel safely without any issues. From point A to point and no worries about the tax driver trying to rip you off.
I am in Medellin now and everything seems fine. I have not been drugged or robbed yet but my trip is not finished so there is still time for an incident.
The usual precautions mentioned here will make your trip a little safer. Stay in a place with security and not an Airbnb with no security. Don't drink with the girls and be careful about threesomes with two girls that you do not know. It is just harder to keep an eye on two girls at the same time.
Now I have read a lot of stories about guys on motorcycles robbing people. That has not happened to me but I am aware of my circumstances. I am cautious about when I take out my phone and do not carry my wallet in a place that is easy to be pickpocketed.
I think if you just take these types of common sense precautions, there is a lower probability of bad things happening. Yeah the same time as I mentioned, Colombia is a more dangerous country than some other mongering countries such as Thailand, Costa Rica or the Philippines. I have friends who say I am not risking death for pussy and they will never come to Colombia. I don't think that is a bad decision at all because you definitely can go to safer countries than Colombia.
But if you take extra precautions, Colombia can be a fun place.
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03-07-24 06:52 #65958
Posts: 138Originally Posted by AmorPorFavor [View Original Post]
Originally Posted by AmorPorFavor [View Original Post]
As for bus vs taxi, so many pointless comments, bus cost X, taxi Z, the OP can make his own decision, everybody knows taxi is the most convenient, I don't get why some posters feel obliged to chip in with their name calling.
And it's not only about the money, bus can be more interesting ride and the city buses can be like rollercoaster -- mixing with locals, massive celling poster / paint of Jesus Christ / Holy Mary over your head, blasting reaggeaton, roaring engine smoking up, holding on to your seat while the driver is putting pedal to the metal taking corners and then braking sharply. Ariport bus is usually a more smooth ride though. Airport taxi the most boring ride. But to be fair, many city taxistas do drive like maniacs, barely passing obstacles and people at high speed, which, when sitting in front can be fun too. The moto taxi can be fun as well, but I value my skin too much, it will be taken off like butter in no time after the contact with the ground, even at the relatively low speed (I do like my bones and brain too (I use it on occasion)).
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03-07-24 06:49 #65957
Posts: 15972Originally Posted by AmorPorFavor [View Original Post]
Originally Posted by Kbdb2488 [View Original Post]
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03-07-24 05:54 #65956
Posts: 2953Originally Posted by Knowledge [View Original Post]
It's better for people just to provide information and let the person make the informed decision, instead of making decision for other people that one knows nothing about and proceed to start a debate.
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03-07-24 05:22 #65955
Posts: 563I agree with you
Originally Posted by IamLookin [View Original Post]
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03-07-24 04:57 #65954
Posts: 50Great english speaking driver
I have a very reliable, trustworthy driver who I have used for airport pickup and dropoff on all of my 3 recent trips. He will also do tours and general rides around the city but because Uber is so dirt cheap I only hire him for airport transfers. English fluent, he lived in Miami for years, always takes me to exchange money away from the airport close to my airbnbs in Laureles. Much better rate, don't ever exchange money at the airport. 120 mil but I usually give him 140 mil for the convenience and helpfulness. He can help with entertainment options like women or extra curricular activities if you need. Message me for his number if you like. I don't get any cut haha just trying to help a good guy. Always reliable, understands and waits if immigration is taking a long time.
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03-07-24 02:47 #65953
Posts: 433It cost 110 mil for a white cab. That is the equivalent of $26 US dollars. After traveling so far to arrive at the promised land why worry about a few dollars?
A white cab is fast and efficient and they will drive you to your door. If saving 10 dollars is that important then maybe you are better staying home.
I agree with you MoonShot.
Originally Posted by MoonShot [View Original Post]
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03-07-24 01:54 #65952
Posts: 1255Originally Posted by MoonShot [View Original Post]
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03-07-24 01:52 #65951
Posts: 1255Originally Posted by Knowledge [View Original Post]
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03-07-24 01:40 #65950
Posts: 4040You do have to be careful. There is no way I am moving away from Colombia.
Originally Posted by HotelAl [View Original Post]
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03-07-24 01:36 #65949
Posts: 1255Another One
75 year old US citizen found dead in his hotel room in Medellin after 15 days.
https://youtu.be/0sqzcJgBnWE?si=uTPuD7_ig3VbU0kY
Follow along.
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03-07-24 00:58 #65948
Posts: 1753Originally Posted by Robotron [View Original Post]
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03-06-24 23:52 #65947
Posts: 189Originally Posted by Gabacho [View Original Post]
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03-06-24 22:33 #65946
Posts: 132It's getting too dangerous over there no matter how careful you are. Not worth the risk IMO.
Originally Posted by Gabacho [View Original Post]