Medellin Reports

[QUOTE=PolloNegro;3056697]I've noticed a huge change in Colombia since I was last here three years ago. When I tried to book an Airbnb recently, they required a copy of my passport and the IDs of any visitors before they would even approve the stay. Back between 2020 and 2022, I used to rent multiple Airbnbs all over the city without any of this paperwork.

​Now, things are much stricter. Many listings even require a 30-day minimum stay, whereas I used to be able to book for just a week or five days. It was a smooth process once I arrived, but the upfront requirements are definitely a big shift from how things used to be.

Be safe and Stay Alert.[/QUOTE]I have been going to Medellin for 3 years now. The passport was always a requirement regardless where I stayed. The places that had security check ID's. What I have noticed lately is some places require a 30 day stay. I tried to use a different platform "Bookings" but they sucked ass the host rented out the apartment that I had reserved. There was no upfront payment so I was lucky. But, I had to find another place while I was there. I made a mistake and chose Sabaneta not realizing it was far away from the action.

[QUOTE=PolloNegro;3056697]I've noticed a huge change in Colombia since I was last here three years ago. When I tried to book an Airbnb recently, they required a copy of my passport and the IDs of any visitors before they would even approve the stay. Back between 2020 and 2022, I used to rent multiple Airbnbs all over the city without any of this paperwork.

​Now, things are much stricter. Many listings even require a 30-day minimum stay, whereas I used to be able to book for just a week or five days. It was a smooth process once I arrived, but the upfront requirements are definitely a big shift from how things used to be.

Be safe and Stay Alert.[/QUOTE]All hosts are required by law to get your passport because if you are not here on a tourist stamp then they are required to collect a room tax. I have residency here and if I stay in a hotel or some Airbnbs I get an additional tax tacked on. Some Airbnb hosts don't collect the tax though but all hotels do. Personally I like the idea of the Airbnb collecting the ID of all visitors.

[QUOTE=PolloNegro;3056697]I've noticed a huge change in Colombia since I was last here three years ago. When I tried to book an Airbnb recently, they required a copy of my passport and the IDs of any visitors before they would even approve the stay. Back between 2020 and 2022, I used to rent multiple Airbnbs all over the city without any of this paperwork.

​Now, things are much stricter. Many listings even require a 30-day minimum stay, whereas I used to be able to book for just a week or five days. It was a smooth process once I arrived, but the upfront requirements are definitely a big shift from how things used to be.

Be safe and Stay Alert.[/QUOTE]In order for a building to allow short term rentals for less than 30 days the building has to have a special permit for short time rentals, it can be a hassle to get and many buildings have been rejected. Note that it is not the individual owner that needs the permit but the building itself if it has more than one unit.

[QUOTE=GringoLoko;3056595]200 k for 30 min bareback I have gotten a few times. Just get a bunch of # on whatsapp and ask. But like I said don't go for the girls that got plastic or are dressed up fancy. There's hundreds of girls every day you can get #s from everywhere in the city and lleras. Just try haha and I mean like 50 #s a day and you'll get several that will do 200 k bareback plus facebook girls will do it too and friends of their friends. Go read reports of others too if you don't believe me and don't be fat and ugly it helps.[/QUOTE]I agree with you about your filter ing method. I pay a little more,250 k but I get bareback and it's at least a two hour date all negotiated up front. My first line of filtering out the chicas is if her profile picture shows her in lingerie, dressed provacatively, she has obvious fake tits or lip fillers or if she is posing in front of the Eiffel Tower dressed to the nines I go right past them, they are guaranteed not to go bareback and will give shitty service and certainly won't accept less than 500 k for that shitty service. It's not a pure science but it's a start.

[QUOTE=Huacho;3056727]Try [URL]booking.com[/URL]. A lot less bullshit.[/QUOTE]I could tell you some wild stories about Colombia over the last seven or eight years, but I'll keep it short. I actually own a home here, so I don't need to rent Airbnbs. In the past, I only rented them to keep the people I do business with away from my private residence.

However, renting has become more of a hassle. Due to some past incidents involving my current girlfriend's family and friends, I've decided I will never rent rooms or residences to outsiders again. Even though my house is more than large enough to accommodate guests, I don't want anyone near me who doesn't belong there. Unless it's my immediate family or my girlfriend of five years, I keep my home off-limits. I've learned my lesson with 'friends' and acquaintances; I focus on my own business and keep outsiders in the dark. It's as simple as that.

Stay safe and keep your eyes open.

IIRC taxes on short term rentals and hotels is different for foreigners and locals, so AirBnB hosts need your passport so that you don't get charged taxes. That's another reason the hosts wants your passport.

[QUOTE=LatinFun;3056716]She's working in MDE. Excellent BJ, may think she's worth more than she is but negotiation works. Try it out if she's your type.[/QUOTE]Photo didn't attach.

This is for the newbies coming to Colombia: Two of the most vital lessons I've learned since traveling to Colombia are to protect your identity and guard your finances. I cannot stress these points enough: you must be extremely protective of your identification and ensure no one has access to your money under any circumstances. Being overly friendly or carefree with your finances is a mistake; Colombia is not the place for that.

I went through a grueling experience involving the eviction of family members from my home there. It required hiring attorneys and navigating a complex legal system because people tried at every turn to take what was rightfully mine. After significant time, legal fees, and an astronomical headache, I finally prevailed. My advice is simple: keep your documents and your money close. If someone doesn't need to know who you are, do not give them access to your life. Stay safe and Stay Alert.

Went to listen to some live music in El Centro yesterday. I decided to walk around a bit after the event. Made my way down to Botero Plaza. A good amount of chicas out and about for a Sunday. There was something for everyone.

[QUOTE=LatinFun;3056860]Photo didn't attach.[/QUOTE]There's lots of Melissa's in Medellin. She has some good attributes. Slim, no visible tattoes, breasts probably natural, beautiful hair. Some tips for finding her would be helpful.

[QUOTE=FunLuvr;3056895]There's lots of Melissa's in Medellin. She has some good attributes. Slim, no visible tattoes, breasts probably natural, beautiful hair. Some tips for finding her would be helpful.[/QUOTE]One tip would be it is probably Melisa since there are no double esses in Spanish.

[QUOTE=Orgasmico;3056882]Went to listen to some live music in El Centro yesterday. I decided to walk around a bit after the event. Made my way down to Botero Plaza. A good amount of chicas out and about for a Sunday. There was something for everyone.[/QUOTE]I love El Centro and go there regularly but a couple of weeks ago as myself, my wingman and his wife were getting in a taxi at the taxi lineup near Botero a dude bum rushed my friend and shoved him against the taxi and ripped his chain and pendant off of his neck and took off running, happened in the blink of an eye. The chain was tiny and not real gold but it had a pendant (also not real gold) given to him by his deceased father, he was pissed beyond words. Just be careful there even during the day and don't wear ANY jewelry. I wish I could see the look on that piece of shit ladron's face when he went to his fence and got the bad news.

[QUOTE=PolloNegro;3056863]This is for the newbies coming to Colombia: Two of the most vital lessons I've learned since traveling to Colombia are to protect your identity and guard your finances. I cannot stress these points enough: you must be extremely protective of your identification and ensure no one has access to your money under any circumstances. Being overly friendly or carefree with your finances is a mistake; Colombia is not the place for that.

I went through a grueling experience involving the eviction of family members from my home there. It required hiring attorneys and navigating a complex legal system because people tried at every turn to take what was rightfully mine. After significant time, legal fees, and an astronomical headache, I finally prevailed. My advice is simple: keep your documents and your money close. If someone doesn't need to know who you are, do not give them access to your life. Stay safe and Stay Alert.[/QUOTE]Good advise. I will add to that NEVER EVER have any banking apps, CC card apps or any shopping apps on the phone you take outside of your room / apt. I don't care if you have the latest iPhone with all the security that they claim to be impenetrable, it isn't. I now know two guys that had their phones stolen and within minutes their bank accounts hacked and money stolen. Many of the street thieves sell the phones to highly sophisticated gangs that can get into any phone and steal your shit before you can get somewhere to lock or block it.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;3057004]I love El Centro and go there regularly but a couple of weeks ago as myself, my wingman and his wife were getting in a taxi at the taxi lineup near Botero a dude bum rushed my friend and shoved him against the taxi and ripped his chain and pendant off of his neck and took off running, happened in the blink of an eye. The chain was tiny and not real gold but it had a pendant (also not real gold) given to him by his deceased father, he was pissed beyond words. Just be careful there even during the day and don't wear ANY jewelry. I wish I could see the look on that piece of shit ladron's face when he went to his fence and got the bad news.[/QUOTE]I see gringos prancing around Lleras with chains dangling around their necks and fancy watches. It's not safe to walk around in the US with a Rolex watch. I don't own any jewelry anymore it's not worth it.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;3057004]I love El Centro and go there regularly but a couple of weeks ago as myself, my wingman and his wife were getting in a taxi at the taxi lineup near Botero a dude bum rushed my friend and shoved him against the taxi and ripped his chain and pendant off of his neck and took off running, happened in the blink of an eye. The chain was tiny and not real gold but it had a pendant (also not real gold) given to him by his deceased father, he was pissed beyond words. Just be careful there even during the day and don't wear ANY jewelry. I wish I could see the look on that piece of shit ladron's face when he went to his fence and got the bad news.[/QUOTE]I rarely go around Botero. Long gone are the days when I used to watch live sex shows in the strip clubs and drink beers in the little bars behind the museum. I'm rarely in that area these days. When I'm down town, I'm usually more towards Buenos Aires. Sorry to hear about your friend.