Cartagena Reports

Unfortunately about 3500 people die per year due to paramilitary forces. Probably not the main concern for a regular tourist who sticks to main cities.

A member on the Cali thread mentioned difficulties exchanging dollars and travelers checks.

Does anyone know if this problem exists in CTG. I will be there in 2 weeks for 2 weeks. Plan bringing cash and exchange as needed. Unless someone has a better suggestion. Any reply greatly appreciated.

Enjoy

You will have no problem exchanging cash in CTG. There are cambios all over including one in the airport.

You get a slightly better exchange rate through ATMs. There are ATMs all over including two in the airport. And they have no charge on the Colombian end.

If you are staying at Las Velas or Hilton area you can change cash at Foto Rozo, a little photo shop across from Las Velas and a La Dolce Vita with some very nice owners.

Thanks guys.
I'm staying in laguito so Rozo should be easily found.

I've been here for a few days now. A brief report for those unsure about visiting CTG. Come on down. Stay in laguito/Bocagrande area.

Both Friday and Saturday nights at LDV were fantastic. A minimum of 40, probably over 50 young girls and very attractive, HOT women in their mid 20's. Plenty to choose from.
Probably no more than 10-15 men.

Friday's date was attractive. She was good in bed but left after 1-11/2 hrs. BBBJ, then covered. A magician applying on the condom. Did it as I entered her in ride position.

Last night's woman I will rate a 9+. Very hot, sexy, real GFE experience from the start and she slept over. She agreed to 120000 P but I gave her 150000 P. because she was worth it. Wet and wild. Many positions. My date from Friday night was there also. She knows her and she remarked how beautiful she is. Both light milk chocolate, smooth skinned.

By the way, there was a 10+ there also last night. Dark blond pony tailed, caucasian with a nice tan. Looked Scandinavian but was COL. Her dress was wide open down to her navel. Breasts 50% exposed. But she didn't look that "bad" type if you know what I mean. Early 20's. Already taken when I got there.

Thursday afternoon, picked up a 20 yr. old but not SW. Great body. Within 15 min. she started a great BBBJ. Her picture to be posted when I return home end of the month.

To conclude, the police raided LDV Friday night 3 AM to check id's on the females and check for weapons amongst the men. The LEOs, both sexes, were decent, calm and polite in the action. I was not body checked but he asked for my id (fotocopy of passport). He also asked if I was bearing a weapon. Many of the Os even chatted with the women. Afterwards, the 4 women I spoke with all agreed it was perfectly ok with the raid because of the sense of security it gave. I agree.

Now need to treat my hangover.

Do you look like a Gringo? I was in LDV during a raid in March of 2003. They never asked me for anything. The chicas were not okay with that raid as TV cameras accompanied the raiders.

Does anyone have more info on casas, I plan to take my first trip.

They open and close regularly. Ask any taxi driver. Pleyboy is the most expensive and has the hottest chicas.

I personally prefer to hit the clubs(especially La Dolce Vita in Laguito), the beach, and the streets and restaurants. Just smile and say "hola." Don't bother hitting any clubs before 11:00 pm. They rock until 3:00 am or later. Giro Matto in Centro is open until 9:00 am or so.

Can someone recommend some mid range priced hotels.

I don't have much experience with hotels in CTG. Don't go to the Decameron. The Las Velas has changed hands and may not be a good choice. Before I bought my apartment, I used Juan Ventura to rent the apartments of others. That is your medium range best bet. I can give you Juan's E-mail if you E-mail me.

Hi Tomtom.
What's wrong with Decameron. They have an all inlcusive at Single=$369 for 3 nights.
Double=$299 for 3 nights.

Part of the problem is that it is all inclusive. In Feb. of last year I had to pay an extra US$45 per day for the priviledge of bringing in one chica. And it was one hell of a hassle to get them to agree to that. They weren't going to allow any chicas at any price because they are a family hotel. Then they almost shit when I wanted a different chica each day.

It is much less hassle and cheaper to rent an apartment. You will pay US$40-60 per night during low season and can bring in four or more chicas per day or four at one time plus you have a full kitchen and fridge. And one of the pleasures of CTG is dining al fresco. It's good, cheap and great chica-watching. I have even picked up hot puss while dining. There wasn't much to choose from at the Decameron. There were a couple of Ecuadorean doctors, but I think they were dykes.

Spent a couple of weeks in CTG last month visiting LDV the first week and the remaining time with my novia.

LDV is a great place for reasonably priced Aguillas and reasonably priced women (compared to US/European expenses). Between 100-200000 P all night depending on their looks, your looks and your behavior. Buy a small bottle of rum and you have friends for life, I mean night. Sex with the women I took home was worth every peso. They worked for their gifts. One 25 yr. old I took out to dinner one night at a fantastic restaurant, then dancing afterwards. She stayed until 6 AM.

Another 20 yr. old from LDV gave 3 shots total. Had trouble getting her to leave 10 AM next morning. Very sweet young woman.

For street action, I noticed around 11 PM on CRA 2 between CAL 5-7 in Bocagrande several very young girls looking for clients. I am sure their fees were very inexpensive but I was not interested in their types but others would find them doable.

In front of the casino on CRA 2 you can find one or two escorts looking for a date if that is your preference. One marrone skinned girl was beautiful with a great body.

A picture or two to be posted shortly.

Cartegena is a great place to get harrassed by vendors every moment of your trip. Don't expect to relax anywhere except your hotel's swimming pool. If that is the only place to relax, why come?

Even on the 2 hour trip to a small island the local vendor people start selling their junk the moment you step off the boat nonstop.

They even line up to offer you their junk jewely, beach massages, hair brades, shirts, fake rolexes. If you take someones wares in your hand it is the kiss of death. 20 more will get in line to sell you afterwards.

Worst place, even ranks below Angeles City in the Philippines and Boca Chica in the Dominican Republic. Like time share salesmen in Orlando Florida.

Girls are mostly black, if you like black. People here descended from slaves imported into South America.

Most of the girls walking by themselves along the main street #2 can be had for about $40. If they have a cell phone they are working.