Medellin Reports

For those who don't speak Spanish, it can be a bit overwhelming trying to understand what people are saying. I would just try to use Google Translate to try to understand what I am being asked to and to answer. Of course, the ultimate solution is to learn Spanish but some don't have the time to learn it or can't make the effort. I know that people say that it is easy to learn Spanish but especially for the older gents, it is not that easy but you can easily learn some basic phrases and that is better than nothing.

I know that people always like to talk about taking that bus from the airport to the mall and then taking a taxi to save some money but I am usually tired after that flight and with luggage, I just want to get to the hotel as soon as possible without any hassles. White taxi for 118 mil direct to your hotel. It is worth it to me but if you are tight on cash, yes, I would take that bus.

You can get cash from the ATM at the airport. I like the green ATM upstairs. I don't remember the name of the bank but it starts with a S. You can withdrawn 2,000,000 pesos so you will be flush with pesos from day one.

I have a SIM from a previous trip. Wi-Fi is available at the airport. I don't know if you can buy a SIM card at the airport or load. Last time I got a SIM card, I was informed that it needed to be registered or there would be issues in the future. So I did go to the cellphone company outlet to register my SIM card. I usually just buy load from a convenience store when I get into town. It is relatively cheap to buy load.

I actually had an issue with my Abnb. The wrong address was provided because the owner did not want to give out the correct address to Abnb due to concerns. Now, the owner usually messages the correct address directly to the renter but in this case, she forgot. So I am at the wrong address and I don't have load on my cellphone and there is no one there. Eventually I found a place with WiFi and was able to contact the owner to get the right address. She apologized and said she forgot. A little bit of stress there on my first day!

I had arranged for one of favorite girls to visit later that afternoon and she came on time, looking great as usual. 19 years old, pretty, great body, great in bed. It was a good way to start the trip.

Afterwards I had some wonderful tacos. That is my favorite meal here.

[QUOTE=KeviKev68;3036471]2 pm is the worst in the early afternoon. I think before 12 pm is best.[/QUOTE]There have been many stories of phone searches and a large number of questions as to the purpose of your trip. I will only tell you how my experience with immigration went.

Just in case, I deleted all chats on WhatsApp and Messenger related to girls, and I deleted all pictures of girls on my cellphone and on Google Cloud. Everything is on a thumb drive that I left at home.

After my ten minute wait, I go to the immigration officer and give him my passport. I had filled out the MIG form so he has the information that he needs. He doesn't ask me any questions and doesn't ask to inspect my phone. After a minute, he gives me back my passport and that is my experience.

There is a final part where you are directed to the left where your luggage is x-rayed or directed to the right where you just walk out with your luggage. The officer tells me to go to the right and there is no luggage inspection.

All in all, it went very well and quickly without any hassles. Of course, your experience may differ.

[QUOTE=MoonShot;3036581]There have been many stories of phone searches and a large number of questions as to the purpose of your trip. I will only tell you how my experience with immigration went.

[/QUOTE]Looks like they got another passport bama at the airport. I wonder if they put these dudes on some type of list. Well, at least he still has Sosua.

[URL]https://youtu.be/0zJL39qKcC8?si=zg9cICKIuqRbKzyR[/URL]

[QUOTE=Orgasmico;3036669]Looks like they got another passport bama at the airport. I wonder if they put these dudes on some type of list. Well, at least he still has Sosua.

[URL]https://youtu.be/0zJL39qKcC8?si=zg9cICKIuqRbKzyR[/URL][/QUOTE]Flat out stupid to bring Viagra TO Colombia. Regarding the guy whose passport was "out of date," guessing it was not expired but did not have the three or is it six months left that Colombia requires. No sympathy there either. I was just in Medellíand a couple of weeks ago. Erased all my Whatsapp, erased my browsing history, brought no condoms and no Viagra. Was asked no questions whatsoever, nor for proof of onward travel (which I did have). But I am old, and white.

[QUOTE=Huacho;3036714]Flat out stupid to bring Viagra TO Colombia. Regarding the guy whose passport was "out of date," guessing it was not expired but did not have the three or is it six months left that Colombia requires. No sympathy there either. I was just in Medelland a couple of weeks ago. Erased all my Whatsapp, erased my browsing history, brought no condoms and no Viagra. Was asked no questions whatsoever, nor for proof of onward travel (which I did have). But I am old, and white.[/QUOTE]Agree. A single male traveler entering MDE is susceptible to more scrutiny. Why take any chances? No condoms, no Viagra, no x rated videos on phone.

And I would think everyone knows you need a 6-month buffer on the expiration of your passport.

[QUOTE=MoonShot;3036516]You can get cash from the ATM at the airport. I like the green ATM upstairs. I don't remember the name of the bank but it starts with a S. You can withdrawn 2,000,000 pesos so you will be flush with pesos from day one.[/QUOTE]I can tell you that the Davivienda ATM upstairs will also give you 2 mil pesos with a small handling fee (be sure to decline any conversion offers).

[QUOTE]I have a SIM from a previous trip. Wi-Fi is available at the airport. I don't know if you can buy a SIM card at the airport or load. Last time I got a SIM card, I was informed that it needed to be registered or there would be issues in the future.[/QUOTE]There is a CLARO outlet right at the airport as you walk out (right side) which can sell you a SIM and register your phone properly. Failing to register a phone officially if using a local SIM means they will eventually lock it from use. In any country even back home. This is why I just don't bother and I use an eSIM instead (for faster data).

[QUOTE]I actually had an issue with my Abnb. The wrong address was provided because the owner did not want to give out the correct address to Abnb due to concerns. Now, the owner usually messages the correct address directly to the renter but in this case, she forgot. So I am at the wrong address and I don't have load on my cellphone and there is no one there. Eventually I found a place with WiFi and was able to contact the owner to get the right address. She apologized and said she forgot. A little bit of stress there on my first day![/QUOTE]This is why I use a cell phone carrier (T-Mobile) that always has data in every country. I can get a 2nd eSIM or physical SIM for higher data speeds, but my phone works just fine wherever I go.

[QUOTE=Orgasmico;3036669]Looks like they got another passport bama at the airport. I wonder if they put these dudes on some type of list. Well, at least he still has Sosua.

[URL]https://youtu.be/0zJL39qKcC8?si=zg9cICKIuqRbKzyR[/URL][/QUOTE]I always find it interesting that the guys sent back and recounting their story seem to have the same issue that they can't explain a story in a clear, linear, logical manner and without using slang that will not translate ('homeboy' is going to translate as 'boy at home', I bet that really confuses them, why would you bring condoms for a boy back home? First his phone has nothing, then some girls from DR may have sent something, etc. I wonder if the agents just get frustrated because the person can't keep their story straight, they find impossible to understand them, and they just send them back for that.

Also, every time someone recounts being denied entry, they always say "it wasn't just me" and say 3-4 other guys were rejected too. One guy tried suggesting half the plane was sent back. Yet in real life, when we all go through immigration, we don't see anyone turned around. I think there is a human psychological thing about seeking comfort in numbers. "It can't be just me".

[QUOTE=Huacho;3036714]...... brought no condoms .......[/QUOTE]I did not watch the video, they send you back for condoms? I usually travel with a stack. Have not been able to find Trojan Bareskins in Medellin.

[QUOTE=Turgid;3036814]I did not watch the video, they send you back for condoms? I usually travel with a stack. Have not been able to find Trojan Bareskins in Medellin.[/QUOTE]I have nekkid pictures of tutes on my phone. I also like to bring my own stash of condoms and massage oils in my checked bag. Guess I won't be going to Colombia hahaha!

[QUOTE=DiscoverFL;3036810]I always find it interesting that the guys sent back and recounting their story seem to have the same issue that they can't explain a story in a clear, linear, logical manner and without using slang that will not translate ('homeboy' is going to translate as 'boy at home', I bet that really confuses them, why would you bring condoms for a boy back home? First his phone has nothing, then some girls from DR may have sent something, etc. I wonder if the agents just get frustrated because the person can't keep their story straight, they find impossible to understand them, and they just send them back for that.

Also, every time someone recounts being denied entry, they always say "it wasn't just me" and say 3-4 other guys were rejected too. One guy tried suggesting half the plane was sent back. Yet in real life, when we all go through immigration, we don't see anyone turned around. I think there is a human psychological thing about seeking comfort in numbers. "It can't be just me".[/QUOTE]I also suspect they don't reveal all the facts. Eg they leave out that they also had handcuffs in their luggage.

I see references in the local press about something called "Angel Watch." I'm not so sure how real that is because there is a surprisingly high amount of BS published by official sources here.

[QUOTE=Orgasmico;3036669]Looks like they got another passport bama at the airport. I wonder if they put these dudes on some type of list. Well, at least he still has Sosua.

[URL]https://youtu.be/0zJL39qKcC8?si=zg9cICKIuqRbKzyR[/URL][/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Huacho;3036714]Flat out stupid to bring Viagra TO Colombia. Regarding the guy whose passport was "out of date," guessing it was not expired but did not have the three or is it six months left that Colombia requires. No sympathy there either. I was just in Medelland a couple of weeks ago. Erased all my Whatsapp, erased my browsing history, brought no condoms and no Viagra. Was asked no questions whatsoever, nor for proof of onward travel (which I did have). But I am old, and white.[/QUOTE]I don't think it's stupid to bring Viagra To Colombia. Viagra by itself is not a sign of a sex tourist. There are many guys who have local girlfriends. Even condoms is not really a big factor for the same reason. It is usually something more in addition to Viagra and condoms.

At the same time, first you need to be searched by officials. Yes, you have heard a few stories here and there but how many of us in terms of percentage actually get stopped and searched? I know that I have never been searched or interrogated in my past visits to Colombia for the past 4 years or so. I don't know anyone personally who has been searched in that manner. But yes it does happen to some, the unfortunate few.

[QUOTE=LoveItHere69;3035694]I

Tell the office staff or security guard to not let her out unless you are with her. Make sure she hears this.

.[/QUOTE]What are the odds that a Colombian security guard will risk his job / life to physically restrain a girl, in order to protect a gringo's possessions.

[QUOTE=Knowledge;3036884]I see references in the local press about something called "Angel Watch." I'm not so sure how real that is because there is a surprisingly high amount of BS published by official sources here.[/QUOTE]Colombia is pretty slow as far as enforcement. I'm surprised even this much has been done.

[QUOTE=DiscoverFL;3036810]I always find it interesting that the guys sent back and recounting their story seem to have the same issue that they can't explain a story in a clear, linear, logical manner and without using slang that will not translate ('homeboy' is going to translate as 'boy at home', I bet that really confuses them, why would you bring condoms for a boy back home? First his phone has nothing, then some girls from DR may have sent something, etc. I wonder if the agents just get frustrated because the person can't keep their story straight, they find impossible to understand them, and they just send them back for that.

Also, every time someone recounts being denied entry, they always say "it wasn't just me" and say 3-4 other guys were rejected too. One guy tried suggesting half the plane was sent back. Yet in real life, when we all go through immigration, we don't see anyone turned around. I think there is a human psychological thing about seeking comfort in numbers. "It can't be just me".[/QUOTE]You don't see anyone turned around because this is happening in the back room where you get questioned and searched. There is a process in place and one can be detained for a day or two before being sent back home. Besides that, immigration lines are oftentimes 300-400 people long, if they pull out, say 10 people, you won't even notice. And yes, half the fucking plane are sex tourists that can be easily sent home, they just don't have enough resources to check every single guy in the line.