Medellin Reports

[QUOTE=Jim0129;3028648]This puts me in a new situation, I am guessing that most of the stores in the airport are going to be closed at midnight, but I am just guessing, so my question for you guys is:

If any of you guys have arrived at this time, do you know if the money exchange places are open? Also, a store were I can buy a SIM card?[/QUOTE]There will probably be an exchange booth open as late as flights arrive. If not, I think there is a Bancolumbia ATM on the arrival level. You need to walk a little way toward the national side of the terminal to find it. There are numerous ATM's on the departure level. Go up the escalator just outside the arrival area. ATM's are near the escalator, along the wall away from the street. I don't think any stores that sell sim cards will be open. Any form that asks for cedula number, I select cedula de extranjero (or something similar) and enter my passport number. The last sim card I purchased was from a little store and I didn't have to register it.

[QUOTE=Dac007;3028691]That LAST thing I'm concerned about is the correct spelling of that country, especially on this site, I'm sure I will before I travel there. But thanks for the advice and I do not plan on traveling solo. I'm doing my research, I'm just used to the USA site where someone new would ask questions and he was given lots of info. I see it's not quite like that here on the Intl side.[/QUOTE]It's not the spelling mistake itself, it shows that you have come on here asking questions without doing enough research because if you did then you would know the correct spelling.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;3028896]It's not the spelling mistake itself, it shows that you have come on here asking questions without doing enough research because if you did then you would know the correct spelling.[/QUOTE]I dictate my post all the time and I use the word Colombia when I dictate Android constantly spells it Columbia. In fact I am dictating now and saying the word Colombia and you can see how it comes out. I know how to spell the word Colombia the country correctly but sometimes it's a hassle to correct the spellings of Colombia especially for a website like this. Guys constantly misspelled words or make grammatical errors all the time. Misspelling Colombia is not a big deal. I'm going to finish dictating this post without correcting the spelling of Colombia so you can see how it turns out when I say the word Columbia and use dictation. I mean I could go back and correct all the spellings but it's such a hassle and everyone knows what I'm referring to. This is not a term paper. This is a mongering website.

[QUOTE=FunLuvr;3028698]There will probably be an exchange booth open as late as flights arrive. If not, I think there is a Bancolumbia ATM on the arrival level. You need to walk a little way toward the national side of the terminal to find it. There are numerous ATM's on the departure level. Go up the escalator just outside the arrival area. ATM's are near the escalator, along the wall away from the street. I don't think any stores that sell sim cards will be open. Any form that asks for cedula number, I select cedula de extranjero (or something similar) and enter my passport number. The last sim card I purchased was from a little store and I didn't have to register it.[/QUOTE]Ok great! Thank you for the information!

[QUOTE=Dac007;3028688]Sorry, didn't realize typo's were such a big deal. BTW, WTF is the "District of Washington"? I've heard of "District of Columbia", "Washington DC", "DC" but not "District of Washington"?How have you not learned that? See how that works when you come at someone for a simple error.[/QUOTE]I see you did not get that I had downgraded my terminology on purpose for someone who does not know that this is Colombia. Should I have written a tautology "Columbia is the District of Columbia"? Or have been less elliptical with "Columbia is the the name of the District, where Washington, Capital of the United States of America, is located"?
Columbia is not a typo. It's a typical way of saying by US folks who do not care to learn where they go outside USA. There are NO other words that can make Colombian people more upset. They even sell hats and shirt at the airport, with written in large letters "It's Colombia, not COLUMBIA!" under the flag.

[QUOTE=Jim0129;3028648]On October 28th I will be arriving in MDE after more than 5 years, my flight arrives at midnight, first time that I arrive into MDE in the middle of the night.
(...) If any of you guys have arrived at this time, do you know if the money exchange places are open? Also, a store were I can buy a SIM card?[/QUOTE]1) Never use exchange boots in airports, unless it's an emergency option, or you want to use only cash to not leave traces of your visit to Colombia with family in your bank statement. The best way to get cash abroad is via ATM, because even including fees and the mark up on the exchange rate you will save a lot of money. Two tips:

A) Use the Servibanca ATM (the green one) because it is the only one who allows foreigners to withdraw up to 2.000.000 COP (the limit at Servibanca is normally 720k, while 600k or even 300k at other banks). You will need all that cash if you come to play.

B) NEVER select the option to use the conversion rate suggested by the ATM at first: it's a robbery. Choose to withdraw COP leaving to VISA/Mastercard whatever to make the conversion.

2) If your phone is newer than, say, 2021, it should allow you to install an eSIM. It will change your life when travelling. Yes, it is a bit more expensive than a physical SIM bought on place, but its ease of using is priceless. You install it before flying, and if you did everything right you will be online as soon as you turn your phone on after landing.
If you don't want or cannot use an eSIM, then buy it on site. The problem is that in Bogota there are stores that sell you a SIM also after midnight, but based on what I remember there are no such stores open at night in the Medellin airport. You will have to wait the next day. Go to a store in a mall.

[QUOTE=Tacoma101;3028634]So my evening date flaked out, due to her crazy dad not allowing her to go out. So I just decided to have a random adventure to Park Lleras.
I arrived about 830 and took a stroll through the park. It's amazing how much has changed in 18 months.[/QUOTE]Only 18 months? When did that happen?
I went back there after COVID one year ago, and I was shocked by seeing the change after my last visit before 2020.
One of the most upscale areas in Medellin, with good restaurants, bars, nightlife, and of course girls but high tier, transformed in a puteria crowded by the same type of girls that walk around the Centro, who mass migrate there at night, but changing the price from 50 k to 500 k because of the location. Gosh. I ran away.

[QUOTE=BlackPage;3028978]1)A) Use the Servibanca ATM (the green one) because it is the only one who allows foreigners to withdraw up to 2.000.000 COP[/QUOTE]Davivienda bank also allows withdrawals of 2,000,000 COP. Every Servibanca ATM I've used dispenses only 100,000 or 50,000 notes when withdrawing 2,000,000. Davivienda dispenses a mixture of 100,000, 50,000, 20,000, and 10,000. ATM fee at Servibanca is 22,500, Davivienda is 26,000.

[QUOTE=Jim0129;3028648]Greetings all,

On October 28th I will be arriving in MDE after more than 5 years, my flight arrives at midnight, first time that I arrive into MDE in the middle of the night.

This puts me in a new situation, I am guessing that most of the stores in the airport are going to be closed at midnight, but I am just guessing, so my question for you guys is:

If any of you guys have arrived at this time, do you know if the money exchange places are open? Also, a store were I can buy a SIM card?

This has me worried because I won't have any local currency for a taxis and no local cell phone and internet services.

How would you guys handle this? Any input would be very appreciated.[/QUOTE]You can use an ATM at the airport. Tell your bank before hand that you are travelling so your card does not get blocked. You can also buy pesos at your bank before you leave the exchange rate will not be great.

[QUOTE=BlackPage;3028976]Columbia is not a typo. It's a typical way of saying by US folks who do not care to learn where they go outside USA. There are NO other words that can make Colombian people more upset. They even sell hats and shirt at the airport, with written in large letters "It's Colombia, not COLUMBIA!" under the flag.[/QUOTE]To be fair, Columbia is simply the English version of Colombia. I mean nobody goes around ranting to English speakers that it is Cristobal Colon, not Christopher Columbus. Likewise, there are no souvenirs in airports in Brazil saying It is BRASIL, not Brazil.

[QUOTE=FunLuvr;3028987]Davivienda bank also allows withdrawals of 2,000,000 COP. Every Servibanca ATM I've used dispenses only 100,000 or 50,000 notes when withdrawing 2,000,000. Davivienda dispenses a mixture of 100,000, 50,000, 20,000, and 10,000. ATM fee at Servibanca is 22,500, Davivienda is 26,000.[/QUOTE]Chapeau! I surrender.

I only note that I would never like to receive 10k, 20k, even 50k when I withdraw 2 millions... :-)
I try to get only 100k.

[QUOTE=BlackPage;3028995]
I try to get only 100k.[/QUOTE]It depends. I got 100 mil bills in 3 of the last 5 withdraws I made at Davivienda. 1 withdraw only allow 800 and I got all 20 mil bill. One I got all 50 mil bills.

The problem I have with Servibanca machines is that they are not reliable. Probably more than half the times that I was not able to withdraw money from the same ATM that had worked before.

[QUOTE=BlackPage;3028976]I see you did not get that I had downgraded my terminology on purpose for someone who does not know that this is Colombia. Should I have written a tautology "Columbia is the District of Columbia"? Or have been less elliptical with "Columbia is the the name of the District, where Washington, Capital of the United States of America, is located"?
Columbia is not a typo. It's a typical way of saying by US folks who do not care to learn where they go outside USA. There are NO other words that can make Colombian people more upset. They even sell hats and shirt at the airport, with written in large letters "It's Colombia, not COLUMBIA!" under the flag.[/QUOTE]It was, as I was not typing, I was using my phone to dictate the message, don't have the time to use the phone keyboard to type. Spell check is on but it's not smart enough to understand I'm referring to Columbia, not Colombia. I guess I should apologize to all of the good people of Columbia!

[QUOTE=Manizales911;3028896]It's not the spelling mistake itself, it shows that you have come on here asking questions without doing enough research because if you did then you would know the correct spelling.[/QUOTE]As I mentioned to the other guy that had a fit over the misspelling, I was dictating via my phone, as I do with all messages, posts and texts. AI is not yet advanced enough to read my mind and understand that I'm referring to Colombia, not Columbia.

[QUOTE=Toastmonger69;3027677]I was in your situation before my first Medellin visit. You should be ok if you take the necessary precautions. If your Spanish is good, it will help a lot.

You would probably enjoy the Casas like Loutron, New life, Amigas sexii. The fun thing about Medellin is that non pros and "Semi-pros" will put out also and the sex is much better with these ones.

I've only been to Barra Ejuctiva, which would be like one of the smaller clubs in HK- I'd say between Chicago on a good night and HK on a regular night. Fase 2 gets good reviews.

I. I suggest you read "reports of distinction" and the "hotels and apts" fourm.

On where to stay. I'd do it one of two ways:

1. Get a a dope place like Energy living off Airbnb. The bar below gives you a chance to get a drink and chat with the girl if you get one off [URL]seeking.com[/URL] The door man checks ID and takes the girls picture. That still isn't 100% since she can just steal someone else ID but is a good deterrent.

2. Get a hotel or a place without security for cheaper but don't bring girls back there that are pros. Instead rent a "fucking air Bnb" with security near parque Lleras to bring all the cum dumps to.

II. Other considerations.

1. Take the time to talk to civilian girls (non pros) if your spanish is somewhat decent. You'd be surprised. I found a nice "Semi pro" 23 why / o on a hire a local tour guide website. She's now in Switzerland probably getting porked by one of you fkrs LOL. Hooters girls were definitely within reach.

2. You can buy straws that change color if a drink is spiked from CVS or online. In general don't have drinks around these girls if you are alone. Also if you see one on a more regular basis- don't tell her exactly when you are leaving. There have been some reports of longer term chicas cleaning a dude out because they knew it would be the last time they would see him in a while. Keep it open and ambiguous.

3. Take Uber everywhere. Cabs can rip you off at best or get you setup to be robbed at worst. Cabs should be the last option.

III. If you are looking for a place like HK in the world try the Sauna Clubs in Europe. There are threads on that. In fact, I'd do the Sauna clubs if I were you before CULO-ombia. Go on the website called upgraded points dot com and learn how to travel for pennnies on the dollar with points. It will take you a few months, you can also pay for a pro consultation to speed up the learning curve. That should take care of the flight and hotel costs when you travel.

Yes it will cost more in Europe so find a way to make some extra cash. It will cost slightly more than HK ironically. Before Covid FKK clubs were cheaper than HK.

Best FKK Clubs:

I. Sharks in Dramsdat / Frankfurt-- lot of variety with European, Latina, African and even Turkish girls.

II. Globe in Switzerland--fun to do public sex on the spot. You can sit there and get a BJ on the spot.

III. Wellcum in Austria- Hit or miss but decent. For your purposes the most similar to HK since they have a hotel onsite.[/QUOTE]Thanks, this is very helpful!