Medellin Reports

[Knowledge]

Thank you, this answers my questions indirectly. 1. Second hand reports about government declarations. I read the government declarations themselves. The health and transport ministries have in fact cleared the way for international flights to resume as of September 1. 2. You don't know what the government's definition of proof would be and the government has not yet declared test results would be a condition of entry.

1. Articles out there now which state this. This is what the Transport Minister has stated. "Lo que s tenemos claro es que se eliminara la restricciand al ingreso a partir del 1 de septiembre, que probablemente se exigira prueba de covid".

2. Proof. Likely a negative PCR test within 48-72 hours of departure. 5 minute rapid tests from Abbott will be out in September, and the government just acquired 150 million of them. I'm also guessing that based off the statement from the transport minister that testing may be done on arrival, what kind of testing and how fast that would be, I do not know. It's reasonable to assume it follows the model of how other countries are doing this and more are leaning on the side of rapid testing or requiring a negative before departure to avoid doing the 14-day quarantine. I mean, that's just a trip killer anyways. We shall see what the days to come reveal.

[SJobs]

This is good news is the Colombian Airline industry is ramping up, getting ready for business. Unfortunately, don't expect international flights till November. Here is the article: https://www.pulzo.com/nacion/avianca...embre-PP959633.

You can forget about Bogota for the September opening. But it is almost certain Medellin or other cities will open in September. I'm in the talks with rental agency and other professional groups who depend on gringo business, at the moment, the general consensus is that there will be flights to Medellin or other cities in Colombia from the US in September, we just don't know when. I have already reserved and paid for my favorite penthouse for 6 months stay, starting 9/8th. I don't care if I get there on 9/29th. Some of the amazing places that I always want to rent but are never available are wide open right now, it's a buyers market. Don't wait.

https://caracol.com.co/emisora/2020/...46_853593.html

https://www.eltiempo.com/economia/se...ionales-533936

[Balboa]

This is good news is the Colombian Airline industry is ramping up, getting ready for business. Unfortunately, don't expect international flights till November. Here is the article: https://www.pulzo.com/nacion/avianca...embre-PP959633.

Unless I missed it, didn't see anything about November for international flights in the article.

[Voyajer1]

This is good news is the Colombian Airline industry is ramping up, getting ready for business. Unfortunately, don't expect international flights till November. Here is the article: https://www.pulzo.com/nacion/avianca...embre-PP959633.

[SJobs]

We can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel.

https://colombia.as.com/colombia/202...77_274030.html

[SJobs]

I don't know about anyone else but can I say reading your posts only makes a bad situation worse for me, the endless pining, your thirst is quite depressing, at least to me, yes many of us want to get there ASAP.

But I don't write about it on here, over and over and over and over.

It's amazing how you could be depressed among all these encouraging news. The door of heaven is about to open, cheer up! By the way, I did share a credible link in my post, it's not all pointless pining. Anyways, I haven't been this happy for a long time, since this fucking lock down started. I got my tickets ready and my 18 year-olds lined up. Instead of being depressed, why don't you try to do the same.

[MMHikeus]

Found this picture on my phone from one of my previous trips, and exploring the Centro area.

I believe it is from around December 2019. It feels like a lifetime ago.

[MMHikeus]

Assuming that travel to Colombia from USA is possible in the next few months. I think it might be wise to buy health insurance coverage in Colombia for the trip, instead of trying to depend on coverage from outside Colombia and trying to deal with coverage / acceptance etc.

Can anyone post the health insurance information available in Colombia for visitors. I think a compilation of insurance information and options would be a great resource for making travel plans.

[Elvis 2008]

Hello,

It has been about 6 months in which we have all had to pause our life, as we knew it, to adapt to a new reality that has made us more supportive, empathetic and resilient. But it is time to return to fly high and resume those plans to explore the world!

Therefore, today we are very happy to be able to tell you that, as of September 3, 2020, Wingo takes off again to fly, initially, through the skies of Colombia and, we hope very soon, by those of the entire region with our unique combination of always safe flights, low prices, flexibility and good vibes. So pack your suitcase again and get ready to take care of yourself, but without stopping living.

During those months ashore, we have not rested for a single moment and we have prepared for this great day that we were looking forward to with great anxiety:

1. We design robust biosecurity and cleaning protocols to guarantee your safety and that of your family.

2. As a guarantee of our commitment to you, ICONTEC granted us its CheckIn Certified quality seal and the Certification in Biosafety Operations, after an exhaustive evaluation of our processes.

3. We renew all the circulation systems and high-efficiency air filters of our aircraft so that you breathe air up to 99.9% free of viruses and bacteria during all our flights.

4. We designed a unique line of uniforms for our crews that includes textiles with repellency technology that prevents fluid transfer, further raising the level of protection for everyone on our aircraft.

5. We created a new boarding model that will allow us to avoid crowds when you fly with us.

6. We became even more flexible and therefore decided to always include a free date change when you buy a ticket at Wingo.

7. We have all trained ourselves to take care of you and take care of ourselves because #We only think about flying.

And for that reason, we now count the days to meet again from September 3. Initially we will operate flights between Bogotá and Cartagena, but we are confident that together we will continue to overcome the pandemic so that the authorities of the region reopen their borders and we can fly together again to the best destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Wingo will continue to be there for you because the violet tone that characterizes our good vibes takes the skies again.

See you on board very soon.

[Elvis 2008]

I don't know how reputable this source is but I've just read this:

https://www.infobae.com/america/colo...tYvXJoLzUqF5LI

For me, I am holding off, I'm hoping for Nov-Dec but I'm willing to wait, I've got a few I've lasso'd that keep me entertained on Whatsapp.

Luminus,

One of my chicas sent me a similar link. It looks like Colombia is getting ready to open up. Now they have to get things set up with the airlines and the like, but it looks like it is going to happen pretty soon. If the Colombian Department of Health is on board, unless things change drastically, my bet is that we will see a few flights open up this month, and I am shocked that this is happening.

[Puntz79]

Two questions: 1. What is the source of your statement that "proof of a covid negative test will be required"? 2. What is the definition of proof?

1. Articles out there now which state this. This is what the Transport Minister has stated. "Lo que sí tenemos claro es que se eliminaría la restriccióand al ingreso a partir del 1 de septiembre, que probablemente se exigiría prueba de covid".

2. Proof. Likely a negative PCR test within 48-72 hours of departure. 5 minute rapid tests from Abbott will be out in September, and the government just acquired 150 million of them. I'm also guessing that based off the statement from the transport minister that testing may be done on arrival, what kind of testing and how fast that would be, I do not know. It's reasonable to assume it follows the model of how other countries are doing this and more are leaning on the side of rapid testing or requiring a negative before departure to avoid doing the 14-day quarantine. I mean, that's just a trip killer anyways. We shall see what the days to come reveal.

[Luminus]

I don't know how reputable this source is but I've just read this:

https://www.infobae.com/america/colo...tYvXJoLzUqF5LI

As always use the info as you will.

For me, I am holding off, I'm hoping for Nov-Dec but I'm willing to wait, I've got a few I've lasso'd that keep me entertained on Whatsapp.

[Knowledge]

That did not answer either of my questions but thank you for responding anyway.

The new 5 minute $5 Abbott test 97% accuracy will come with an app that actually will display results. There are others coming as well. Should be widely available in two months. You can buy a bunch and test chicas too.

[PolloNegro]

Wackman, you're turning into Trump, with these well-thought-out schoolyard nicknames! I love it!

The other countries part is a grey area, but like SJobs said, it would be a big gaping wet loophole for a guy like him that is willing to do whatever it takes to get back to paradise.

Really though, are we to assume that just because the US is offering humanitarian flights, that the Colombian government will have to wait until after the ultimate-scheduled flight to announce there will be international commercial flights? That sounds like an infinite amount of time, because the US has the responsibility to continue to offer those flights until normal commercial / tourism flights are available. Chicken or the egg. I would take the over on. 5 humanitarian flights being cancelled in conjunction with an announcement about commercial travel opening. Stay tuned, this is riveting stuff!

Has anyone been to centro this week? Any changes in the crowd / vibe as all this news has been coming out?

Everything is still blocked off except the walk way! Pollo negro is out!

[MarquisdeSade1]

Thank you for this encouraging and well reasoned post! Here is the link to support the facts you have mentioned https://www.eltiempo.com/economia/se...ionales-533854.

For people like me, who are dying to get back to Medellin, a 14 day mandatory quarantine and needing to go through a secondary Latin America country that is in the first wave of allow countries is not a problem.

I don't know about anyone else but can I say reading your posts only makes a bad situation worse for me, the endless pining, your thirst is quite depressing, at least to me, yes many of us want to get there ASAP.

But I don't write about it on here, over and over and over and over.