Medellin Reports

I live pretty near Botero, and pass by there pretty frequently, very seldom take girls from there, but there are a few that appear only sporadically and are pretty attractive. I think the vibe is sort of on and off. There are days, when there are a lot of people hanging out and to me there is a good vibe. It's true there are a lot of run down girls, and definitely some needy desperate types, but to me that has always been the case.

At the moment the scene a block away underneath the metro is hopping with coffee girls. Most of them contrary to my previous experiences are dressed quite nicely this week, quite a few in new dresses, with proper make up, and even a few with freshly styled hair as well. Made me actually wonder how they are managing, because previously it seemed they were even less established than the botero girls, and generally looking pretty rough and homely. Anyways, at least worth swinging by if you are in the neighbourhood and just passing time.

[QUOTE=PolloNegro;2476896]I really appreciate this post, because It comes from another BM and not me. I have been to Centro at least twice every week since July 15th and all I could see was how the Parque Botero was barricaded up. I just sat back and waited to see who would acknowledge that the parque was completely different. I am not stating that on certain days that the parque is not filled to the rim with girls, but the days that I happen to go down to centro, the vibe has been completely different. The girls are much more emaciated and the weight loss is evident.

I see so many BMs who are mentioning the hopes of returning to Medellin to monger, but I have yet to see anyone ask about the dangers of Medellin at the current time? Maybe it's because I spent so much time in Parque Botero and I know so many of the characters in the area, I can truly see the change in the people of Centro and Parque Botero. Many of these people are desperate and in survival mode.

You don't have to believe me or take heed, but a BM I feel that it is only right to make others aware of the dangers that have increased since the Pandemic started. Many of these girls have become more and more savvy to running schemes on foreigners and the risk of poisoning and robbing foreigners has went through the roof. I can handle my own in the streets, I grew up in some pretty rough areas, but when you are targeted because they know you are a foreigner, this is when you really have to be aware of everything that's going on around you.

For myself, what I can say Is this, I have pretty much been around the same people every day for the last 3 months. I haven't been sick, haven't had a cold, haven't ran a temp or any of those symptoms. If you are out in Poblado, the risk may be different, $300,000 pesos for a date, then the girls may not be swayed to carry out a robbery, but I wouldn't bet on it. My only concern is that those of you who have not been here through the Pandemic, please be cautious when you return. I guarantee that you'll see the difference when you do return. I know that you are thinking that they will love to earn some money and they will be less willing to rob you when you return, but stupidity has no limits..[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Puntz79;2476900]must resume considering this virus has a morality rate that is incredibly low. Hey, I could be completely wrong. But I do not think so. This glass is half full.[/QUOTE]I think it depends what is your definition of morality rate.

If you use this formula.

Morality rate x total infected cases = total death.

You get larger "total death" number if you have a larger a "total infected cases".

If you read the news about Vietnam's current outbreak, they think they have a new strain that double or triple the old infection rate.

[QUOTE=Lugnut;2476939]A guy on the Medellin expat facebook group reported last week that he was robbed. Had a 18 yo tinder girl over to his apartment in Laureles for a date. He said that he cooked dinner and was having a great time and she was singing Beatles songs, his favorite, and next thing, he woke up the following afternoon. His laptop, tablet, cellular, and cash were all gone. Yes, be careful.[/QUOTE]I take it he was in a building with no reception to take girls' IDs (and better yet, to call you when she's leaving)?

This shit will happen to you if you aren't smart.

[QUOTE=Combo;2477015]I take it he was in a building with no reception to take girls' IDs (and better yet, to call you when she's leaving)?

This shit will happen to you if you aren't smart.[/QUOTE]Never heard of counterfeited IDs? Or stolen with old photo, similar to the face of the girl presenting it?

Hey Pollo,

You should have gotten a picture of the young guy who has been sleeping on the steps of the hotel since March. He adopted it as his home.

[QUOTE=PolloNegro;2476896]I really appreciate this post, because It comes from another BM and not me. I have been to Centro at least twice every week since July 15th and all I could see was how the Parque Botero was barricaded up. I just sat back and waited to see who would acknowledge that the parque was completely different. I am not stating that on certain days that the parque is not filled to the rim with girls, but the days that I happen to go down to centro, the vibe has been completely different. The girls are much more emaciated and the weight loss is evident.

I see so many BMs who are mentioning the hopes of returning to Medellin to monger, but I have yet to see anyone ask about the dangers of Medellin at the current time? Maybe it's because I spent so much time in Parque Botero and I know so many of the characters in the area, I can truly see the change in the people of Centro and Parque Botero. Many of these people are desperate and in survival mode.

You don't have to believe me or take heed, but a BM I feel that it is only right to make others aware of the dangers that have increased since the Pandemic started. Many of these girls have become more and more savvy to running schemes on foreigners and the risk of poisoning and robbing foreigners has went through the roof. I can handle my own in the streets, I grew up in some pretty rough areas, but when you are targeted because they know you are a foreigner, this is when you really have to be aware of everything that's going on around you..[/QUOTE]

The point that Combo is making is that there is more security with places that have a desk and electronically check cedulas. I have had girls turned away from seeing me because of either no cedula or a fake one. Photos are made of the ID and a call is made to your room when she is trying to leave.

[QUOTE=BlackPage;2477024]Never heard of counterfeited IDs? Or stolen with old photo, similar to the face of the girl presenting it?[/QUOTE]

I think I can explain. We are living in a time of great uncertainty. It makes some people very uncomfortable to not know what will happen next, especially people who live their lives according to the expectations and rules of others. Speaking in absolutes and using authoritative language to express what in reality is unknown gives them comfort and a feeling of control.

[QUOTE=Eljefe7010;2476902]You are absolutely correct. I don't understand why people speak in absolutes. The below article dated yesterday that Colombia are in talks with the US with September still being a possibility for international travel to resume.

[URL]https://www.colombia.com/turismo/noticias/turismo-vuelos-internacionales-mantiene-septiembre-reinicio-278149[/URL][/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=IamLookin;2477031]The point that Combo is making is that there is more security with places that have a desk and electronically check cedulas. I have had girls turned away from seeing me because of either no cedula or a fake one. Photos are made of the ID and a call is made to your room when she is trying to leave.[/QUOTE]Regardless of the level of security, you can never ever let your guard down, never. When you least expect it, shit happens. There's been numerous board members posts about what has happened to them, from being drugged, and being robbed at gun-point which was my experience.

The Facebook post was a classic, if the guy had locked all his valuables in the apartments security box, he may have woken up not missing so much stuff from his apartment.

Very few apartments have Porteros that electronically check Cedulas, let alone even check Cedulas, or even call you when somebody departs, unless it's a "known" building for mongers.

So without this extra layer of protection, which is very rare, one has to be even more cautious.

[QUOTE=Eljefe7010;2476902]You are absolutely correct. I don't understand why people speak in absolutes. The below article dated yesterday that Colombia are in talks with the US with September still being a possibility for international travel to resume.

[URL]https://www.colombia.com/turismo/noticias/turismo-vuelos-internacionales-mantiene-septiembre-reinicio-278149[/URL][/QUOTE]This is the most encouraging post I have ever seen on this thread. Thank you!

[QUOTE=Balboa;2476953]Colombia for me is now on the back burner.

Headed to Rio via Sao Paulo in a couple weeks!

Getting it all lined up now; ensuring Brazil medical insurance coverage (their government requirement for entry), hotel or AirBB, girl friend, amigas, etc.

SA Fun again! 😉[/QUOTE]I'm still hoping for September, I'm willing to go extraordinary distance to get back in Medellin, as long as they open the border. If they announce that the border will be shut until next year, then I will look for other places to go, if I can go to Brazil from the US, it will be my second choice. Please keep us post on the situation in Brazil. Enjoy your time there!

[QUOTE=IamLookin;2477031]The point that Combo is making is that there is more security with places that have a desk and electronically check cedulas. I have had girls turned away from seeing me because of either no cedula or a fake one. Photos are made of the ID and a call is made to your room when she is trying to leave.[/QUOTE]I take it a lot of guys that live there live in buildings without security desks. In that case it would be better to meet the girl at a Love Motel, with some security that likely beats nothing, but better yet you only bring what you plan to spend and a cheap phone. This takes away a lot of the incentive to rob.

[QUOTE=Nounce;2477008]I think it depends what is your definition of morality rate.

If you use this formula.

Morality rate x total infected cases = total death.

You get larger "total death" number if you have a larger a "total infected cases".

If you read the news about Vietnam's current outbreak, they think they have a new strain that double or triple the old infection rate.[/QUOTE]I think you are talking about mortality rate. The "morality" rate among us BM's is probably 0 if judged by a group of old biddies.

I haven't been following this, as I'm in Heaven, with no need to keep tabs, but...

I saw a post and article about Costa Rica opening their doors to US citizens from 6 Northeastern states, starting Sep 1. Read into, twist, ignore, as you please.

Maybe it's an indicator, maybe it's an option, maybe it's bullshit. I don't know.

[URL]https://qcostarica.com/flights-from-u-s-allowed-starting-sept-1/?fbclid=IwAR2xFHHmawO-4SrMEFQO9svGTLWipGDFmdQ7bC-0grzLJBEpv7SkGfxhAoY[/URL]

Would be interesting if Colombia follows suit. I don't see the importance of demanding you pay for health insurance. I guess they trying to keep my cheapy Charley ass out the country LOL.

[QUOTE=SlapShot10;2477174]I haven't been following this, as I'm in Heaven, with no need to keep tabs, but...

I saw a post and article about Costa Rica opening their doors to US citizens from 6 Northeastern states, starting Sep 1. Read into, twist, ignore, as you please.

Maybe it's an indicator, maybe it's an option, maybe it's bullshit. I don't know.

[URL]https://qcostarica.com/flights-from-u-s-allowed-starting-sept-1/?fbclid=IwAR2xFHHmawO-4SrMEFQO9svGTLWipGDFmdQ7bC-0grzLJBEpv7SkGfxhAoY[/URL][/QUOTE].

Tell them you tell the security guard everything. Transaction and agreement. Say you do so if theres any problems the security guard knows info ahead of time and will handle any issues. I swear this tactic allowed me to avoid a few possible issues. For newbies I think Colombia is a less problematic compared to thailand or Dominican republic. Unless for 4 months I just got lucky. But I felt extremely safe. Yes be alert at all times.

[QUOTE=Surfer500;2477049]Regardless of the level of security, you can never ever let your guard down, never. When you least expect it, shit happens. There's been numerous board members posts about what has happened to them, from being drugged, and being robbed at gun-point which was my experience.

The Facebook post was a classic, if the guy had locked all his valuables in the apartments security box, he may have woken up not missing so much stuff from his apartment.

Very few apartments have Porteros that electronically check Cedulas, let alone even check Cedulas, or even call you when somebody departs, unless it's a "known" building for mongers.

So without this extra layer of protection, which is very rare, one has to be even more cautious.[/QUOTE].