Cartagena Reports

[QUOTE=GoodTimes4444;2549701]Clubs wide open and packed with girls.

Clocktower wide open and packed with girls, more than I've seen before on two previous trips.

The ONLY place they aren't serving alcohol is at the clubs. Every other establishment is all you can drink. Sat at a table at the Clocktower Pub overlooking the square drinking cervesas for at least an hour. What a great place to pick out your favorites down on the square. Made my way down and got a few WhatsApp #'s and was struck by a delightful young lady who had curves in all the right places. Back to mi casa where many beers and other things were consumed. Danced, laughed, and played music into the night as we had our fun and I taught her how to play Uno. Ironic she didn't know LOL.

Sorry I can't report on the beaches, it's just my first day and I can only cover so much ground.

I've been to Cartagena twice before and it's as good as ever. Couldn't have asked for more fun on my first day.

Don't cancel your plans, SO glad I didn't. This isn't Medellin right now.[/QUOTE]Nice report bro. Send you a PM. Would you able to provide the name of the Airbnb you stayed in centro. I always stayed in El Laguito but this time wants to stay in Centro location which is girl friendly.

Thanks for the update!

[I'mQUOTE=Hillbilly69;2549776]I went out beaches after 3 PM last night, Laguito beaches were closed, EL Muelle the two story bar facing Tierra Bomba was open, rounded the corner to playa Hollywood beach closed tarpas closed. Kiosko 3 had 6 or 8 decent looking working girls. People were sitting behind Kiosko 3 in chairs drinking on and there were about a dozen gringos or more in the Palms in front of Hotel Dann between Kiosko 3 and 4. I stopped and had 3 beers at Kiosko 4 as the other gringos must have already been run off by police. Talked to beach touts the say today Saturday beach open until 3 PM and Sunday all day, there is a power outage all day Sunday. Tierra bomba the beaches supposed to be open till 4 each day and Playa Blanca no time limit, had 6 different answers from 6 different people I asked so information is sketchy, I have newspaper information also but that isn't correct either. Caribe resteraunt (Paellas) across Caribe Hotel on beach was open even after police ran me off at 5 PM, Bonys closed, the licre store new one across Bonys closed at 2 PM also. Police ran gringos hiding in Palms off about 430 PM. Beach vendors are protesting 9 AM Monday and going to block traffic all way to Centro.

Mirador del Laguito, Marinare, Playa Mar chica friendly, Torres Del Lago no with undocumented Venezualans. [ / QUOTE].

[QUOTE=GoodTimes4444;2549701]Clubs wide open and packed with girls.

Clocktower wide open and packed with girls, more than I've seen before on two previous trips.

The ONLY place they aren't serving alcohol is at the clubs. Every other establishment is all you can drink. Sat at a table at the Clocktower Pub overlooking the square drinking cervesas for at least an hour. What a great place to pick out your favorites down on the square. Made my way down and got a few WhatsApp #'s and was struck by a delightful young lady who had curves in all the right places. Back to mi casa where many beers and other things were consumed. Danced, laughed, and played music into the night as we had our fun and I taught her how to play Uno. Ironic she didn't know LOL.

Sorry I can't report on the beaches, it's just my first day and I can only cover so much ground.

I've been to Cartagena twice before and it's as good as ever. Couldn't have asked for more fun on my first day.

Don't cancel your plans, SO glad I didn't. This isn't Medellin right now.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Hillbilly69;2549776]I went out beaches after 3 PM last night, Laguito beaches were closed, EL Muelle the two story bar facing Tierra Bomba was open, rounded the corner to playa Hollywood beach closed tarpas closed. Kiosko 3 had 6 or 8 decent looking working girls. People were sitting behind Kiosko 3 in chairs drinking on and there were about a dozen gringos or more in the Palms in front of Hotel Dann between Kiosko 3 and 4. I stopped and had 3 beers at Kiosko 4 as the other gringos must have already been run off by police. Talked to beach touts the say today Saturday beach open until 3 PM and Sunday all day, there is a power outage all day Sunday. Tierra bomba the beaches supposed to be open till 4 each day and Playa Blanca no time limit, had 6 different answers from 6 different people I asked so information is sketchy, I have newspaper information also but that isn't correct either. Caribe resteraunt (Paellas) across Caribe Hotel on beach was open even after police ran me off at 5 PM, Bonys closed, the licre store new one across Bonys closed at 2 PM also. Police ran gringos hiding in Palms off about 430 PM. Beach vendors are protesting 9 AM Monday and going to block traffic all way to Centro.

Mirador del Laguito, Marinare, Playa Mar chica friendly, Torres Del Lago no with undocumented Venezualans.[/QUOTE]Really appreciate your guys reports back from footwork. Keep us posted if they get any stricter or less stricter etc. Thank you a million. GoodTimes judging only from the two photos of chicas that you have posted I am thinking you have a type that you like, watch your PM sending something your way you may be able to use in the future.

[QUOTE=GoodTimes4444;2549701]Clubs wide open and packed with girls.

Clocktower wide open and packed with girls, more than I've seen before on two previous trips.

The ONLY place they aren't serving alcohol is at the clubs. Every other establishment is all you can drink. Sat at a table at the Clocktower Pub overlooking the square drinking cervesas for at least an hour. What a great place to pick out your favorites down on the square. Made my way down and got a few WhatsApp #'s and was struck by a delightful young lady who had curves in all the right places. Back to mi casa where many beers and other things were consumed. Danced, laughed, and played music into the night as we had our fun and I taught her how to play Uno. Ironic she didn't know LOL.

Sorry I can't report on the beaches, it's just my first day and I can only cover so much ground.

I've been to Cartagena twice before and it's as good as ever. Couldn't have asked for more fun on my first day.

Don't cancel your plans, SO glad I didn't. This isn't Medellin right now.[/QUOTE]If you don't mind, what was the damage?

I've decided it would be financially best to travel here on my first trip. It seems safe and a fair amount of Americans will be there. Does anyone have AirBnB suggestions that allow women in? Also is vitamin v available there?

[QUOTE=GoodTimes4444;2549595]Gal 1 showed up right on time. Poor thing didn't know what hit her. I had been eager for this trip for the last couple months and I took out every curfew law on her to get it out of my system! Kidding. But kind of not LOL. We had a great 2 hours, back to back sessions. What a cutie. Requested her to wear a cute skirt for me, and cute it was. Photos attached, doorman verified age and identification.

Here's the most updated curfew rules which my driver from the airport today sent me:

According to the Mayor's Office, the established norms, which will govern from April 9 to April 22, were taken according to the epidemiological behavior of the virus in the city, the occupation of the Intensive Care Units (ICU) and following the recommendations of the National Government.

Measures.

- Curfew.

Although there is currently a curfew in force in the city, with this new decree the measure will begin two hours earlier.

From Sunday to Thursday the measure will be in force from 10:00 pm To 5:00 am Each day, while from Friday to Saturday it will be from midnight (12 am) to 5:00 am Of everyday.

- Use of beaches.

In Decree 0406 the use of the beaches was limited to a single day, which will be from 8 am Until 2 pm Previously, the spas were open from 8 am At 12 pm And 2 pm At 6 pm.

Other measures.

- Prohibit the consumption of alcoholic or intoxicating beverages inside stores, refreshments, terraces, billiards, galleras, clubs and social corporations, tobacconists and / or liquor stores. The sale, distribution or sale of alcoholic beverages is not prohibited.

- Prohibit throughout Cartagena, especially in the North Zone and the Insular Zone, the realization of any type of public show and / or electronic party events and of any other type, on beaches and public spaces; Likewise, the use of Pick-up, or any other kind of sound amplification device that generates alterations to the tranquility and citizen coexistence is prohibited.

Controls.

The security agencies, District Government authorities and the National Police must carry out control operations to verify compliance with the measures. They will proceed to apply the corrective measures within their competence.

The Dau administration reminded locals and visitors not to lower their guard and maintain biosecurity measures, especially the use of a mask, avoid crowds and constant hand washing.[/QUOTE]How much was this one bro?

This falls under do your homework. You think everyone's going to offer you something on a plate here?? Seriously I'm going to think twice about sharing anything publicly if people keep posting this kind of request

[QUOTE=LoveAllAss3;2550112]I've decided it would be financially best to travel here on my first trip. It seems safe and a fair amount of Americans will be there. Does anyone have AirBnB suggestions that allow women in? Also is vitamin v available there?[/QUOTE]

Advice Needed. Any information on accommodation's at Holiday Inn Express in Bocagrande?

I'm assuming its not chica friendly so I'm considering staying here for 2 days then Ill move out on my own after figuring things out.

Thanks.

People trying to figure out maybe five different countries and two thirds of posts are not much info at all. Sometimes I go back there or four pages and there's nothing on price. People discuss motels or Airbnb but it's hard to understand the context of you don't know the context. I'm thinking of going to either Brazil or Colombia a nice couple of paragraphs on being a new guy to those countries would be really helpful to start. Of course no one's obligated. I try to help if I see that in thailand threads. I remember when I first went to Thailand and I found lots of help on a good hotel and reassurance that once I was in Pattaya things were easy to figure out. That makes a trip so much easier for me and probably many others.

There's so much chatter here, what does it hurt to ask for help? I do understand the frustration if it comes across as someone who is not really serious about a trip. And to be fair I have said rtff a time or two.

[QUOTE=Kafka;2550282]This falls under do your homework. You think everyone's going to offer you something on a plate here?? Seriously I'm going to think twice about sharing anything publicly if people keep posting this kind of request[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Horatio;2550294]People trying to figure out maybe five different countries and two thirds of posts are not much info at all. Sometimes I go back there or four pages and there's nothing on price. People discuss motels or Airbnb but it's hard to understand the context of you don't know the context. I'm thinking of going to either Brazil or Colombia a nice couple of paragraphs on being a new guy to those countries would be really helpful to start. Of course no one's obligated. I try to help if I see that in thailand threads. I remember when I first went to Thailand and I found lots of help on a good hotel and reassurance that once I was in Pattaya things were easy to figure out. That makes a trip so much easier for me and probably many others.

There's so much chatter here, what does it hurt to ask for help? I do understand the frustration if it comes across as someone who is not really serious about a trip. And to be fair I have said rtff a time or two.[/QUOTE]


Here is a post.

[QUOTE=TyDown;2533074]My buddy just booked this Airbnb in Centro Historico. 5 star, "guest friendly". Guys name is Juan, he said no problem bringing guest to apartment, but NO Parties!

[URL]https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/46798941?source_impression_id=p3_1613745736_TVsJOIkjovQSN3yI&guests=1&adults=1[/URL][/QUOTE]

Thailand is easy because almost all hotels are girl friendly but not so in Colombia. Someone has said before, if the information is posted publicly, that place likely would be ruined and may not be girl friendly anymore.

There is another thread about apartment and hotel so try that.

Ms restricciones a partir del lunes para ingresar a cualquier establecimiento comercial, deber mostrar alguna identificaciand en ciertos andmeros e incluso se aceptarand todos

[QUOTE=LoveAllAss3;2550112]I've decided it would be financially best to travel here on my first trip. It seems safe and a fair amount of Americans will be there. Does anyone have AirBnB suggestions that allow women in? Also is vitamin v available there?[/QUOTE]My best advice is to do what I did and go on Airbnb and narrow do a search by price, number of guests, and number of bedrooms? Once you find something in the right location you want to be in, then message the host and ask them if they are guest friendly and allow female visitors (1 at a time) ? This is what I did.

You are asking a very broad question with no specifics (location, price, number of rooms, etc.).

[QUOTE=Adinga;2550293]Advice Needed. Any information on accommodation's at Holiday Inn Express in Bocagrande?

I'm assuming its not chica friendly so I'm considering staying here for 2 days then Ill move out on my own after figuring things out.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]I would do a 2 night reservation at the Hampton Hotel by Hilton. They offer a last minute cancellation policy if you book on [URL]Hotels.com[/URL] or Agoda (or other sites). It is guest friendly. From there, you can either extend your reservation or find an Airbnb if you want to take a shot at getting a condo, apt. Or house.

[QUOTE=Kafka;2550307]Ms restricciones a partir del lunes para ingresar a cualquier establecimiento comercial, deber mostrar alguna identificaciand en ciertos andmeros e incluso se aceptarand todos[/QUOTE]Thank you Kafka, I found this article and I am still a little confused,

I do not think it is a full on Pico De Cedula like the lockdown way, it seem sot only affect getting into places that hold a whole lot of people, this article just mentions shopping centers, financial institutions, Bazurto Market, department stores and supermarkets.
My question is will this be the only restrictions? Are the bars and restaurants expempt?

Is it not as harsh as before when saying that one could not even be out of their home unless they had right number on Cedula?

Do these number system apply to foreigners passports the way it does a local's cedula?

https://www.wradio.com.co/noticias/regionales/desde-este-12-y-hasta-el-19-de-abril-regresa-el-pico-y-cedula-a-cartagena/20210411/nota/4124925.aspx

[URL]https://www.infobae.com/america/colombia/2021/04/12/nuevas-restricciones-en-cartagena-decretan-pico-y-cedula-a-partir-de-este-lunes/[/URL]

[URL]https://www.cartagena.gov.co/component/content/category/93-acciones-comunicacionales?Itemid=515[/URL]

This is how the article is worded on the English version from the government website
"Access and movement of people in shopping centers, financial institutions, Bazurto Market, department stores and supermarkets in general will be restricted, therefore, access and circulation is exclusively authorized, according to the last digit of the respective document. Identity that is detailed below:

Monday April 12:0,2,4,6,8.
Tuesday April 13:1,3,5,7,9.
Wednesday April 14:0. 2,4,6,8.
Thursday April 15:1,3,5,7,9.
Friday April 16:0,2,4,6,8.
Saturday April 17:1,3,5,7,9.
Sunday April 18:0,2,4,6,8.

Specifically mentioning the Bazurto Market was a tell for me. Guessing people are not wearing masks. Maybe Hillbilly has something.

360 ICU. beds in the city.....100 are available.
This includes people transferred from Santa Marta and Barranquilla..
[QUOTE=MojoBandit;2550473]Thank you Kafka, I found this article and I am still a little confused,

I do not think it is a full on Pico De Cedula like the lockdown way, it seem sot only affect getting into places that hold a whole lot of people, this article just mentions shopping centers, financial institutions, Bazurto Market, department stores and supermarkets.
My question is will this be the only restrictions? Are the bars and restaurants expempt?

Is it not as harsh as before when saying that one could not even be out of their home unless they had right number on Cedula?

Do these number system apply to foreigners passports the way it does a local's cedula?

https://www.wradio.com.co/noticias/regionales/desde-este-12-y-hasta-el-19-de-abril-regresa-el-pico-y-cedula-a-cartagena/20210411/nota/4124925.aspx

[URL]https://www.infobae.com/america/colombia/2021/04/12/nuevas-restricciones-en-cartagena-decretan-pico-y-cedula-a-partir-de-este-lunes/[/URL]

[URL]https://www.cartagena.gov.co/component/content/category/93-acciones-comunicacionales?Itemid=515[/URL]

This is how the article is worded on the English version from the government website
"Access and movement of people in shopping centers, financial institutions, Bazurto Market, department stores and supermarkets in general will be restricted, therefore, access and circulation is exclusively authorized, according to the last digit of the respective document. Identity that is detailed below:

Monday April 12:0,2,4,6,8.
Tuesday April 13:1,3,5,7,9.
Wednesday April 14:0. 2,4,6,8.
Thursday April 15:1,3,5,7,9.
Friday April 16:0,2,4,6,8.
Saturday April 17:1,3,5,7,9.
Sunday April 18:0,2,4,6,8.[/QUOTE]