Medellin Reports

[Zeos1]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIRp...oticiasCaracol

This links the blockade in the Botero area and the coming blockade of Parque Lleras. And the link is prostitution specifically illegal prostitution, and foreigners. Leaves the impression that the problem is underage being trafficked to foreigners. The public has heard this on the news and now this is very very bad news for the 99 plus percent of us that have nothing to do with illegal activities.

I was planning on going to Med next week sometime but now wondering. Puts a target on our heads. Looks, assumptions that people are making, to say nothing of giving the green light to police to extort gringos.

[Anthony2023]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIRp...oticiasCaracol

No prostitution allowed? So. Gustos? Lleras park bar? Do they think non working girls are going to show up there? LOL wtf so stupid.

[Iguana Six]

In World War II, American cargo planes landed on a remote, pacific island. They found some native tribe on the island that have been out of contact with the rest of humanity for centuries. The American crews gave them some of their supplies, and then flew away. Decades later, other outsiders came. And found that the tribesmen had created an entire religion of their encounter either the airmen. They made costumes, mock ups of the planes and gifts, and returned to the landing site to reenact the encounter with the otherworldly beings, all in the hopes that their rituals would make the planes come back. Anthropologists call it a "cargo cult. ".

Like those villagers, I return to previously visited places, hoping for a repeat of wonderful experiences.

Returned to Phase Dos after a year. In 2009, my first experience was so overwhelming, I didn't even session. The cop 190 k fee seemed a little high. But in the years that followed, it seemed more reasonable, and the talent was excellent. The mid-2010's seemed to be the peak.

However, things changed. After the pandemic year, the price went to cop 300 k, which is fine, but what is galling is the 45 minute time limit, which means you start getting a knock on the door after about 30 minutes.

Last year, I had an absolutely forgettable experience. Returning this year, I found the cover charge upped to 30 k, the club completely remodeled, and the place very vacant. There might have been less than 30 customers, and about a dozen providers. Dances on the stage were infrequent. The talent was not impressive. The fee to go back to the cabins was 300 k (330 k if you use a credit card).

It was worse at Luna Lunera. 30 k to get in. Once inside, there was only one other customer! On a Saturday night! Only 8 providers. None of them were 'sponge worthy,' so I didn't even ask what the price was.

On the other hand, Zandalay is within walking distance of New Life, and is nice alternative. Prices are reasonable and, right now, it seems to specialize in slim spinners.

[Iguana Six]

Last time I was there in June I believe they still did have the aquarium. They are always priced higher than a regular casa but they usually have a few stunners. Plus it is very nice and clean establishment. The rooms and the vibe in that place is definitely top tier for a smash and dash joint. Most of the girls usually perform well too. Just don't expect much from the "massage".

Anyone have the hours and address for this place?

[Sun08]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIRp...oticiasCaracol

[JustTK]

I have. I've been stopped and searched in Medellin, Cartagena, Bogota, and Rio, and I'm a white guy.

Am talking about Pqe Berrio.

[Anthony2023]

I have. I've been stopped and searched in Medellin, Cartagena, Bogota, and Rio, and I'm a white guy.

Last time I was there, cops had my Uber pull over and I was asked to empty my pockets.

For those of you who are unaware, the police like to conduct shakedowns after hours, people leaving bars and clubs. So if you don't want to pay a bribe, better not have nothing illegal on you or hide it as best as you can.

[Mr Enternational]

I have. I've been stopped and searched in Medellin, Cartagena, Bogota, and Rio, and I'm a white guy.

I have not been stopped or searched any place on the planet and I am a Black guy with a shit ton of guns in my own city.

[Balboa]

In most countries the police behaviour would be rightly called racist too. I never see them stop white folks, nor tourists.

I have. I've been stopped and searched in Medellin, Cartagena, Bogota, and Rio, and I'm a white guy.

[JustTK]

The legality of it may even be called into question because in Colombia parks and plazas are supposed to be legally open to all citizens and visitors, regardless of whether or not they are homeless or working girls, or street vendors.

In most countries the police behaviour would be rightly called racist too. I never see them stop white folks, nor tourists.

[Knowledge]

The girls are back in the plaza. The barrier is back up after the demonstration but entry enforcement is now very light. Far fewer people are being searched. Pedestrians, including the girls, enter and exit at will. The diversity and quantity of people in the plaza is noticeably greater than it was before the women's day demonstration. Most of the graffiti was removed but traces of it are still visible on the pavement and the sculptures. Overall, as of today the situation is about the same as it was when the last barrier was up.

Did they put it up to keep the working girls out. ? You have to walk all the way to the other end through the other check point to find the working girls.

[Hunglow1625]

I've read some silly shit on here but this takes the cake! You actually met up with her and aive her money for next day sex? Who would do that Anywhere let alone Medellin! How bizaar. Dude you deserve to be ripped off! Sorry not sorry.

Next one I meet on fb also and actually talked with her quite awhile. We set up a later day to meet (Sunday) as I had other stuff lined up and she gave me the whole story blah blah. So gave her money up front again way of much. And of course the day comes and she never shows up. She gets a mouth full of text of my thoughts. I actually meet her in person when I gave the money to her the day before. Again my fault. Southing I would usually never do. The money I lost between the 2 girls I'm not crying over and oh well money lost. Lesson learned. She has changed her number but still text me. I told her I fell sorry for her situation (saying he Mom died, who knows) I told her hey I forgive her, she stills text me still but I've told her if she mentions money I will just block he.

OK made my first trip to Medellin at the end of January. Had help with a few members prior to arriving on trying to establish FB contacts. Set up a side account and started adding as much as I could. Thanks to Humpty and Jim for some contacts to get me started. I don't speak much Spanish at all but have taken up duolingo and try to spend 15 minutes everyday. I know I will slowly get better as time goes on. Looking at reviews and recommendations I wanted a good safe place to stay. Usually when traveling I need good wifi and Aircon. So I decided to stay at Energy for the security and location. When I travel I mainly traveling to experience the culture, activities, and tourist stuff (just want some company while abroad) I've learned to scuba in Thailand and that's been my last 3 trips. This trip I had a few motorcycle tours.

So arrived on Wednesday and took a taxi to Energy. Used the ATM when I got out of customs, seems everyone is hitting that ATM which is right there. Took out some money right away to make sure I had local currency. Seems 6 mil is the max the most I observed the atms will dish out. (About $125 usd) So made it to Energy living and doorman / security has the key to my Airbnb. I get in and settle in as it's late afternoon, I try to notify some of the women I'm arriving as I had no specific dates set up yet. I also checked up on the tours I set up..

[LoveItHere69]

I never saw this problem. The working girls don't like having their photos taken so they generally avoid the statues on the plaza proper. The only place you'd see them would be on the statue of the horse on Carrera 52 and the statue of the woman by Veracruz church. That's 21 of the 23 statues that don't really have this issue.

Tourists really weren't taking photos of those two statues as it feels most didn't cross Calle 52.

Did you happen to notice that those two statues are the most tree shaded of all the statues? The other statues are more busy if the sun is not out and during late afternoon. I would estimate the girls spend lots of time around 8 of the statues. Half the statues they are never in front of because too much sun and further away from the main congregation of people.

[Rewsna]

You must have never flown from Tijuana? I got here from the west coast for $230 one way!

How did you do that? What airline? I fly out of Tijuana often, but never saw one to MDE for less than $300. Please advise.

[Gabacho]

I never saw this problem. The working girls don't like having their photos taken so they generally avoid the statues on the plaza proper. The only place you'd see them would be on the statue of the horse on Carrera 52 and the statue of the woman by Veracruz church. That's 21 of the 23 statues that don't really have this issue.

Tourists really weren't taking photos of those two statues as it feels most didn't cross Calle 52.

Exactly just those 2 statues is where they used to be and in front of premier Plaza and on the other side by the entrance to the CC veracruz and hotel bulevar. That barrier, fence, whatever you want to call it is a symbol of oppression and it must be taken down.

The legality of it may even be called into question because in Colombia parks and plazas are supposed to be legally open to all citizens and visitors, regardless of whether or not they are homeless or working girls, or street vendors.