Medellin Reports

[QUOTE=BlackPage;2111863]LOL yes. I never understand why people doesn't simply take a regular taxi from airport.[/QUOTE]They would rather pay 70 or 75 k instead of the 65 k posted rate.

[QUOTE=BlackPage;2111863]LOL yes. I never understand why people doesn't simply take a regular taxi from airport.[/QUOTE]Heck, I don't understand why they don't take the $3 bus, then hop a cab from town, on that narrow windy road from the airport I feel safer in the bus.

[QUOTE=JjBee62;2111917]They would rather pay 70 or 75 k instead of the 65 k posted rate.[/QUOTE]I think some people just feel comfortable having an arranged ride waiting for them at the airport.

I've never heard of MDE airport taxis being a threat. As Wolf pointed out, the biggest danger might be that taxi driver veers off that winding mountain road. For that reason, taking the bus is probably the safest option.

[QUOTE=Dickhead;2111652]Yeah, or they may send some random asshole.[/QUOTE]Breaks service guys likely make a good living. The only issue I noticed was speeding. They race like madmen. Anyway, here is the official quote from travel. Gc. Ca on Medellin: 'Try to arrive at Medellíand's José María seeórdova International Airport during the day to avoid the road from the airport to the city after dark'. As for others advising on taking a bus, I have low tolerance for this BS.

'The only issue I noticed was speeding. They race like madmen.' Right, and that is how you can get killed before you even get to enjoy your destination, and it is not enjoyable even if you do not get killed.

So what exactly is 'BS' about taking a perfectly good bus? I have taken the bus to or from airports in dozens of cities, maybe even 50, including Medellín, and definitely think it is safer crash-wise than a cab or similar private car. It could also be safer from a robbery standpoint, although that would depend on where it dropped you off. Although, a truly civilized country would have a train station in the airport, such as Frankfurt, Barcelona, Madrid, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Toronto, etc.

And, of course, almost all US airports have train stations in them as well. Not.

[QUOTE=Tasss;2111659]Any know if Marcela Rios is a TS? I'd avoid her and all her friends if so. No cleavage pics and her body shape is sketchy. Pretty face though.

[URL]https://www.facebook.com/marce.riox[/URL][/QUOTE]LOL.

I have never been with her but have seen her at the mansion.

If I didn't have better things to do at the tmie I would have taken her for a spin.

Face to face she is attractive enough.

I'm sure if she was a TS girl someone would have complained at the Mansion. LOL.

Besides from the looks of her facebook page she has children.

This mansion chick is a slightly better looking and is capable of giving an extremely good GFE.
300k TLN and no pop limit....I have banged her up to four times in an night. And always willing to please.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003857383032

[QUOTE=TheTallMan;2111859]God this is a truism statement, we all know that Paisa girls are all drama but I am dealing with this one girl in MDE that I met once back in September and she hounds me daily with drama. I don't want to block her from whatsapp as she is very pretty 18 yo who have a fresh body and a very pretty look and when I bone her she looks and gazes so deep into my eyes that I have a connection at that time that I seldom experience, but is all the drama worth it? I will let you know next week.

TTM.[/QUOTE]You can mute in Whatsapp and even set it to only display the notification but not make a sound. For chicas who are chatter boxes I just completely mute them then check just once a day when I feel like having a chat.

[QUOTE=MedellinGringo;2112028]LOL.
I have never been with her but have seen her at the mansion.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info. I did see the "children" pic, but there was no caption so I wasn't sure if it was some sister's kids or whatever.

Anyways after being mislead by TS's in SE Asia a couple times I'm paranoid about these things LOL.

[QUOTE=YourBoyRoc;2111444]I will be returning to Medellin in a few weeks and unfortunately I have a late flight. My flight doesn't land until 11:40 PM. I plan on taking a cab to my hotel and I would like to head to Parque lleras for some action. How safe is it to travel late hrs? Is Parque lleras safe late hours?[/QUOTE]Get your hotel to send a trusted driver, or take a marked taxi. You can take pics of the license plate and cab # on the side of the door, and pretend your are texting it to someone. I've seen some of the girls do that, as they said women there get raped by cabbies all the time. They do that to greatly reduce their risk of the taxi guy plotting something. I've been there many times, have not had much trouble. Parque Llleras is the "Safest" of the zones, but I wouldn't consider any big city "SAFE" anywhere in the world. Steer clear of "cheap casas" in places like El Centro, which is a district you DO NOT want to be in unless you speak fluent Spanish and look like Danny Trejo. Even then, I'd advise you to bring a few wing men, only go during the day, and still keep your head on a swivel.

Your biggest risk in Medellin is crossing the street on foot and getting hit by a cab. Unlike the United States, if you step out in front of car, even on accident, the car has the right of way, not a person. So in other words, if there is a crosswalk, do not assume cars will stop for you or even bother braking. They won't. Some will even speed up, and almost all buses I've seen have sped up. Not trying to scare you, but they don't give a rats behind if you are in the road or not, some will not even bother stopping. SO, be careful crossing there, and do not assume a car will stop if you walk in front of it, even if it is on a crosswalk.

The second biggest risk is getting drugged. Do not leave your drink unattended, even if your new "Bby" or "girlfriend" professes her undying love for you. If you go [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url] and leave your beer in the living room, beer is dumped, no exceptions. These girls here are notorious for drugging / robbing gringos when given the chance.

You should be staying in a "guest friendly" apartment in the El Poblado district, which Parque Lleras is ground zero in. If you don't know any Spanish, do your best to learn some phrases, and learn their monetary system so you can instantly convert. You have a LOT of research on this board before your trip, my friend.

[QUOTE=Knowledge;2110265]I'm very rarely bored while traveling. Even in airports I enjoy the watching and interacting with people from different backgrounds. Interesting people have varied interests. Beyond Guatape and Pablo Escobar's grave for example, there are several worthwhile museums in Medellin along with textile shops, restaurants and a long list of other things like the alliance Francaise where you can meet bright an inquisitive women. I think the most basic social skills can improve sessions with providers, but these are only my opinions.[/QUOTE]What is your M. O. With this place? Where is it?

[QUOTE=Questner;2112000]Breaks service guys likely make a good living. The only issue I noticed was speeding. They race like madmen. Anyway, here is the official quote from travel. Gc. Ca on Medellin: 'Try to arrive at Medelland's Jos Mara seerdova International Airport during the day to avoid the road from the airport to the city after dark'. As for others advising on taking a bus, I have low tolerance for this BS.[/QUOTE]For the money that is saved by taking the bus would get you a real nice adventure in a casa. Let's face it not all guys have money to burn. Also I have had a few nice conversations on that bus with some interesting females.

[QUOTE=MedellinGringo;2112028]LOL.

I have never been with her but have seen her at the mansion.

If I didn't have better things to do at the tmie I would have taken her for a spin.

Face to face she is attractive enough.

I'm sure if she was a TS girl someone would have complained at the Mansion. LOL.

Besides from the looks of her facebook page she has children.

This mansion chick is a slightly better looking and is capable of giving an extremely good GFE.
300k TLN and no pop limit....I have banged her up to four times in an night. And always willing to please.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003857383032[/QUOTE]This talk about TS women that we see in medellin, some TS that I have seen in person, no they are not my thing, can fool you into believing they are a beautiful looking woman, until of course on closer inspection.

But really I have met a few out in the clubs and on the streets of poblado that I had to take a second look at.

TTM.

[QUOTE=DickSaylor;2112115]Get your hotel to send a trusted driver, or take a marked taxi. You can take pics of the license plate and cab # on the side of the door, and pretend your are texting it to someone. I've seen some of the girls do that, as they said women there get raped by cabbies all the time. They do that to greatly reduce their risk of the taxi guy plotting something. I've been there many times, have not had much trouble. Parque Llleras is the "Safest" of the zones, but I wouldn't consider any big city "SAFE" anywhere in the world. Steer clear of "cheap casas" in places like El Centro, which is a district you DO NOT want to be in unless you speak fluent Spanish and look like Danny Trejo. Even then, I'd advise you to bring a few wing men, only go during the day, and still keep your head on a swivel.

Your biggest risk in Medellin is crossing the street on foot and getting hit by a cab. Unlike the United States, if you step out in front of car, even on accident, the car has the right of way, not a person. So in other words, if there is a crosswalk, do not assume cars will stop for you or even bother braking. They won't. Some will even speed up, and almost all buses I've seen have sped up. Not trying to scare you, but they don't give a rats behind if you are in the road or not, some will not even bother stopping. SO, be careful crossing there, and do not assume a car will stop if you walk in front of it, even if it is on a crosswalk..[/QUOTE]Someone is feeding you a lot of exaggerated and outdated information, and you're doing everyone a disservice by passing it on.

The white taxis at the airport are safe, at least when it comes to not [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord125][CodeWord125][/url] or robbing gringo travelers. The driving skills leave a lot to be desired. Depending on your hotel, their "trusted driver" is some friend of whoever receives your message, who knows he can overcharge you.

I walk between Parque Lleras and Parque Poblado at least 4 nights a week, midnight or later, I walk the same area, plus much more of Poblado at least 3 times a week. I've walked from Lleras to almost Envigado at 3 am. With a few exceptions, where nobody has any reason to go, Poblado is safe.

"Keeping your head on a swivel" is one of the quickest ways to get targeted for robbery. You may as well tattoo "tengo mucho dinero" on your forehead. It's a sign of nervousness. Instead, walk natural, with purpose. Look to the sides naturally and rely on peripheral vision. Stop at street vendors or in shops to see if someone is following you. You may still get targeted, but you're a lot less noticeable.

I don't speak fluent Spanish and don't look like Danny Trejo, but somehow I've survived multiple trips to El Centro, usually without a wingman. Avoid the cheap casas? That's why most people come here. It's simple. Figure out where you want to go, call a taxi, give the driver the address. Get out of the taxi, go inside, have your fun. When you're ready to leave, call a taxi.

I don't recommend walking alone in El Centro at night, but there are plenty of areas where, unless you're being stupid, you'll have no problems.

There have probably only been about a dozen confirmed cases of people being drugged in Colombia, but it's become the favorite urban legend. The motivation factor isn't there, especially if the girl is already in your apartment. She already knows she's getting paid. Why risk drugging you just to find out your money is locked in the safe? Why risk completely losing her access to overpaying gringos for a few extra 100 k? If you're hanging out in some of the barrios, drinking in the bars where no gringo has gone before, you might be drugged, but more likely someone will just use a knife to convince you to hand over your money and phone, and maybe to go to an ATM.

You were right about one thing, be careful crossing the street. Also, watch where you're walking. There are plenty of places where you can easily break an ankle.

If you don't know any Spanish, start learning. Learn numbers a few basic verbs, nouns and adjectives. It won't help much, because you still won't understand a word people say, but you will be able to get by. The more Spanish you learn, the better your experience will be.

You guys had better get out of Poblado and head to Centro where it is safe!

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[QUOTE=MrEnternational;2112244]You guys had better get out of Poblado and head to Centro where it is safe!

[URL]https://www.minuto30.com/ciudadano-estadounidense-fue-asesinado-con-arma-blanca-en-el-poblado/529964/[/URL][/QUOTE]Exactly! LOL The period I posted about a few pages back had 2 foreigners killed in El Poblado, 2 in Laurales and zero in Centro. LOL.

The reason I don't mind Centro so much late at night is it is only a block and a half to my 3 strip clubs from my hotel, plus 2 Casa's (Yakuza more like 50 ft), 24 HR indoorATM, 24 HR food. Not much exposure.

I see this guy, 41-year-old man identified as Johnny Noel Simancas Jr was killed with a knife, time to up your game in unarmed combat against a opponent or two armed with knives. Giving them what they want won't always keep you from getting stabbed but worth a try. I suggest a full size umbrella with a sharpened point as a possible weapon you can carry anywhere without trouble.