Medellin Reports

[Ewe52]

I am traveling to Medellin on Wednesday. So I did not want to deal with the drama of having a COVID test that was sent out to a lab. Having to hope I get the results back in time. So I managed to find a CVS in Orlando (about 45 minutes away) that had the rapid molecular test. I called the COVID 19 hotline for CVS and they assumed me if is a PCR test, not an antigen test. So I went and got my test today and 15 minutes later I was told I was negative. However, when I looked at the results that were sent to me, it described a "MOLECULAR POCT" test. From my understanding, a PCR test is a molecular test. But since the results says "POCT" and not "PCR" I suspect that the test will not be accepted. So, I've made another appointment with CVS for the PCR test that goes to the lab and once again I'll be waiting to see if I get my results in time. Very frustrating. What I've found is that most of the folks who give these tests are not very knowledgeable (and the web pages do not always give you clear information). So you really have to pay attention. Ugh.

So a PCR test is a RNA genetic test. Anything that says they tested for multi ways is usually a PCR test it may have included the rapid test too. POCT means the samples weren't tested on site where they were collected but an accredited lab its an insurance a and government payout.

[Black Page]

What a lot of guys don't realize which you have posted about, is how brazen the thieves can be in Colombia. A lot of guys think a thief with a knife will brandish it, threaten you, and demand your belongings. Doesn't always work that way, I know of two gringos where the assailants walked up to them and tried to slit holes in their pants pocket with nothing being said. Neither one of them got cut or hurt and were able to run away, albeit both of them were obvious gringos and stuck out like a sore thumb with a big "X" on their backs.

I have seen with my own eyes down the Metro Prado a guy approached from the back by two thugs. They paired him from both sides suddenly, kept him, took everything, pushed him away. I think they had a knife, but I did not approach to know more.
In such a case, I would not resist and I would let them take anything they find.
Note that people around did not do anything, just commented "ladrones..."

I have seen a poor man with backpack assaulted by a swarm of a dozen street kids. They took everything even the shoes in 30 seconds.

[Incrociatore]

It's amazing how many people assume that robberies must come down that way, face to face with some kind of discussion. They might just whip his ass, rifle his pockets, pull off his shoes and his socks, and if nothing, kick him in the head for good measure as they have to go find another victim. Some people should have their passports detained for their own protection.

It looks like you are all expert here about robberies and crimes. Once again, if you are so afraid, stay home. I do what I fuckin want and I take my risks. You should all stop to scary people, because crimes happen all over the world. A guy run over a police officer just today in London. And today in a city in Italy, one of the most secure, a guy opened the fire with a stolen gun after a fight, 5 got shot, one is serious. So please stop, and I say to everyone of you, to scare the shit out of people, because 1) you don't know a shit; 2) crimes happen everywhere, especially in US.

[Blakman]

Some days during the week they give specials for a day. 20 to 30 k difference.

Great report over in the Stupid Shit section by a new poster that has boots on the ground. I think Admin saw where the guy said rant in the first paragraph and just threw it over in that section.

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[Combo]

LOL. You can go out after 6, and that's not what he's talking about. You won't necessarily get a chance to show them your pockets or have a discussion about what you have or don't have. That can be anywhere. And people get robbed and killed for nothing some of the time. It isn't the junkies you have to worry about, it's the criminals. And there are lots, and lots of guns too.


In a city where you can hire a hit man for much less than $100 US it's not all safe and secure.

That really puts things in perspective! $100!

These things generally happen extremely quickly. I've witnessed two muggings in Centro and the thing was 10 seconds or less. No real time to react.

[Mr Enternational]

Don't forget to fill out the questionnaire on the Colombia Health Minister site the day before you travel. I forgot about it until I was in Panama. Hastily, I filled it out a little over an hour before I arrived in Medellin, and it was accepted.

Thanks for your post. After reading it I went looking on the health minister and immigration websites but could not find anything. Then I asked some buddies about it and they sent me the link.

https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.c...reregistro.jsf

[Surfer500]

LOL. You can go out after 6, and that's not what he's talking about. You won't necessarily get a chance to show them your pockets or have a discussion about what you have or don't have. That can be anywhere. And people get robbed and killed for nothing some of the time. It isn't the junkies you have to worry about, it's the criminals. And there are lots, and lots of guns too.

I saw a map once of the street gangs, and the higher level gangs that control the street gangs. For Medellin. There were hundreds of street level gangs, and a number of higher level organizations they may have to answer to. They don't generally want wars. That gets too much attention, as in the past with Escobar, etc. But one offs are not a problem. You don't want to be one of those. You tell someone to f off. Maybe they understand you maybe they don't. But they get the picture. But you do that to the wrong one. You're dead. They don't have any problem at all with that.

In a city where you can hire a hit man for much less than $100 US it's not all safe and secure.

What a lot of guys don't realize which you have posted about, is how brazen the thieves can be in Colombia. A lot of guys think a thief with a knife will brandish it, threaten you, and demand your belongings. Doesn't always work that way, I know of two gringos where the assailants walked up to them and tried to slit holes in their pants pocket with nothing being said. Neither one of them got cut or hurt and were able to run away, albeit both of them were obvious gringos and stuck out like a sore thumb with a big "X" on their backs.

[Wolf662]

. First went to Barra Executiva not packed. A good ratio of girls to guys maybe 15 girls and 20 or so guys. The girls were mostly 6's and 7's and not really shaped the right way for me. Too much ass on most of these girls. There was 1 girl who had a great bottle shaped body. She wore white jeans and a floral top which bared her midriff. She must have noticed me staring at her. As she passed by me she caressed my arm and then took position not far behind and to the left of me. I turned around and asked motioned for her to approach. She said her name was claudia. Unfortunately as she got closer, I got a better look at her face which revealed that she was much older than I originally thought. I would guess she was mid 30's at least. But her body still looked good. I asked her how old she was, and she replied how old do you want me to be. In my head, I thought to myself. About 15 years younger than you are. I laughed at her response and asked her how much it was to go upstairs. She quoted me 120 k. A little steep for for her and for any of the girls really.

Barra Ejectiva / Conejitas girls are usually in the 80 k range, try offering that next time instead of asking her a price. Usually more girls on then that but you might have been there too early.

If Conejitas is packed it gets hot, try to find a seat along the back wall under the air con vents. I do like the rooms upstairs better at Conejitas, the Barra Ejectivas ones can be too dark and hot for my taste. Also when in Barra Ejectiva it worth walking thru the next door strip club Maracaibo (assuming it has reopened) just in case, some times some hotties.

[Knowledge]

Blakman,

It's great you are getting out and about without incident, but stay woke.

Laureles is casa and private apartment heavens. Being a cheapy charlie and into fitness I chose to walk rather than take a cab. Never once felt threaten. From la 70 to la 80 into LOS colores, estadio area. By the way remember those locations. Guess what, often I wore shorts, a hat, white shoes LOL. Members don't recommend LOL. I did not walk around at night time though. Then I suggest a cab cause its so damn cheap. Centro is not my cup of tea. But really its just an ordinary busy central business district. Whats noticeable is the grimey and disgusting prostitutes mixed up with the harden hookers forced into prostituting or there because of drugs and desperation. Walking there occasionally in day time is not bad but I don't see it as a go to spot. I am actually shocked by guys who glow about the area. Having said this I do want to check out the strip clubs in centro just to say I experienced it. Medellin is cupcake city to me. Sweet and safe

[Surfer500]

It depends. Most locals they say they Stay safe because they don't wander around streets where there are druggies and cheap hoes. Stay in a safe neighborhood. If you visit massage parlor take the taxi walk from the taxi into the Establishment call taxi exit establishment and jump in the taxi. Research on YouTube as there is a worldwide phenomenon where Criminals slip substance into thee mongers drink. So just be aware and don't let anyone do that. Don't walk around with expensive cell phone. Just use an 80 euro android. For those concerned about the escorts, try to find some escorts that ccome from a bettter background and already have a little bit of money.Find an establishment with A reputation or get some recommendations of girls from friend.

Your advice sounds very generic, almost applicable to anywhere in the world, yet not totally applicable to Colombia, and Euro's aren't used in Colombia.

[Fun Luvr]

I just tried using my Schwab card at Banco Pichincha and it reported transaction not allowed. So far, it has not taken money from my account. I will try a couple of other banks later today and report whether success / failure.

Following up, I went to a Scotiabank Colpatria and withdrew 900 mil with my Schwab card without a problem. Their initial screen only lists 20 mil, so you have to select "Other amount", then you get more options. They charge no ATM fees.

[Fun Luvr]

I am traveling to Medellin on Wednesday. So I did not want to deal with the drama of having a COVID test that was sent out to a lab. Having to hope I get the results back in time. So I managed to find a CVS in Orlando (about 45 minutes away) that had the rapid molecular test. I called the COVID 19 hotline for CVS and they assumed me if is a PCR test, not an antigen test. So I went and got my test today and 15 minutes later I was told I was negative. However, when I looked at the results that were sent to me, it described a "MOLECULAR POCT" test. From my understanding, a PCR test is a molecular test. But since the results says "POCT" and not "PCR" I suspect that the test will not be accepted. So, I've made another appointment with CVS for the PCR test that goes to the lab and once again I'll be waiting to see if I get my results in time. Very frustrating. What I've found is that most of the folks who give these tests are not very knowledgeable (and the web pages do not always give you clear information). So you really have to pay attention. Ugh.

There is a place in Orlando called Covidtestingllc.com. They do 24-hour PCR tests. There are no appointments. I got the test about 8:45 am and received the results at 11 pm that night. If you have insurance, the cost is $35. All the information is on their website. I got there an hour before they opened, and was the fourth vehicle in line. Actually, they have six testing lanes, and I was first in the fourth lane. They are very efficient, I highly recommend. I also got a test at an urgent care place in Orlando, but was not sure I would get the results in time because they send the test to a lab. I received the results in two days. An additional note, neither result stated the word "Negative"; both stated "Not detected". I traveled from Orlando to Medellin last Friday, so I know the test results they provide are what is needed.

Don't forget to fill out the questionnaire on the Colombia Health Minister site the day before you travel. I forgot about it until I was in Panama. Hastily, I filled it out a little over an hour before I arrived in Medellin, and it was accepted.

[Turgid]

If you have nothing with you, you have nothing. They can search you. You give them what you have. 50k for example, without any resistance, you show your pockets are empty and it's over..............

I have known of victims (not in Colombia) who had nothing on them but were stabbed by the robber in a fit of pique because they did not have anything to take. I will not take any chances.

[Kelso1]

I am traveling to Medellin on Wednesday. So I did not want to deal with the drama of having a COVID test that was sent out to a lab. Having to hope I get the results back in time. So I managed to find a CVS in Orlando (about 45 minutes away) that had the rapid molecular test. I called the COVID 19 hotline for CVS and they assumed me if is a PCR test, not an antigen test. So I went and got my test today and 15 minutes later I was told I was negative. However, when I looked at the results that were sent to me, it described a "MOLECULAR POCT" test. From my understanding, a PCR test is a molecular test. But since the results says "POCT" and not "PCR" I suspect that the test will not be accepted. So, I've made another appointment with CVS for the PCR test that goes to the lab and once again I'll be waiting to see if I get my results in time. Very frustrating. What I've found is that most of the folks who give these tests are not very knowledgeable (and the web pages do not always give you clear information). So you really have to pay attention. Ugh.

I have been to Colombia many times. Always as easy as pie to do the trip.

Now you have to jump thru hoops to go there plus endue stress to hope your test gets to you on time and the form is correct. The cost of this test is almost as much as the airfare RT from Miami.

After that places you used to go to are closed or cut in half.

I jumped thru hoops when I was drafted into the army. I jumped thru hoops when I was employed. I jumped thru hoops to get a divorce. No mas. I can wait till things get back to normal. I think a drug to beat this virus is close by.

[Blakman]

Laureles is casa and private apartment heavens. Being a cheapy charlie and into fitness I chose to walk rather than take a cab. Never once felt threaten. From la 70 to la 80 into LOS colores, estadio area. By the way remember those locations. Guess what, often I wore shorts, a hat, white shoes LOL. Members don't recommend LOL. I did not walk around at night time though. Then I suggest a cab cause its so damn cheap. Centro is not my cup of tea. But really its just an ordinary busy central business district. Whats noticeable is the grimey and disgusting prostitutes mixed up with the harden hookers forced into prostituting or there because of drugs and desperation. Walking there occasionally in day time is not bad but I don't see it as a go to spot. I am actually shocked by guys who glow about the area. Having said this I do want to check out the strip clubs in centro just to say I experienced it. Medellin is cupcake city to me. Sweet and safe

It depends. Most locals they say they Stay safe because they don't wander around streets where there are druggies and cheap hoes. Stay in a safe neighborhood. If you visit massage parlor take the taxi walk from the taxi into the Establishment call taxi exit establishment and jump in the taxi. Research on YouTube as there is a worldwide phenomenon where Criminals slip substance into thee mongers drink. So just be aware and don't let anyone do that. Don't walk around with expensive cell phone. Just use an 80 euro android. For those concerned about the escorts, try to find some escorts that ccome from a bettter background and already have a little bit of money.Find an establishment with A reputation or get some recommendations of girls from friend.

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