Medellin Reports

[Osteoknot]

Consider that while we'll get more for our USD, inflation is running 8% annual in Colombia so that eats into whatever gains we would have. What you could buy for 250 k last year is now 270 k. Need to balance that with $1 going up 12-14% in same time frame. We're coming out slightly ahead, but not by much.

Seems like all you ever hear about is the exchange rate but price and inflation have to be factored in before we know what the cost of living or standard of living is in Colombia, or anywhere for that matter.

For example, say you get 10,000 plunkets for one US dollar. If a modest breakfast (or whatever good or service you want to use for an example) costs 500,000 plunkets, or $50 USD, then you are not getting any bargain.

That's why when someone tells me about the exchange rate of a country where I am not familiar with the prices, my first response will usually be, "How much does a can of Coca-Cola cost"? As a reference point.

And that's before we even factor in inflation. As you said, if the increase in the exchange rate we are seeing in Colombia is part of an inflationary cycle we could simply be trying to keep up, while falling behind.

I arrive in seven days, and psychologically the exchange rate feels great and of course I am glad it's higher instead of lower. I will probably spend more than usual because at the same time I am getting killed in the stock market, and if I don't spend it today, it's gone tomorrow. Ostee Out.

[Chicago85]

This is insane, and I wonder how much higher the exchange rate is going to go. Seems as though since the Federal Reserve has been raising the interest rates the exchange rate get's better and better.

Time to hit the ATM's!

With near certainty it will continue to go higher. Here are a few drivers:

1) US Fed raising interest rates higher than other countries, hence money flow to US.

2) Global instability causing people to purchase and hold USD / Euro (and drop other currencies).

3) Petro ahead in Colombian polls, so investors staying away. This is a wild card, but I think one of the biggest factors for Colombia. No one wants another Venezuela or Nicaragua.

Working against the USD appreciation trend is the price of oil, but this has been muted as of late. If it goes to $150 / barrel or something crazy we could see the COP appreciate (USD decline).

I expect 4500-4800 over the next 12 months.

Consider that while we'll get more for our USD, inflation is running 8% annual in Colombia so that eats into whatever gains we would have. What you could buy for 250 k last year is now 270 k. Need to balance that with $1 going up 12-14% in same time frame. We're coming out slightly ahead, but not by much.

[Paratus]

If you were vaccinated in the USA, the records are likely in the VAMS national database. I believe you have to get some info from the place that vaxxed you, to get access to your VAMS account. From then on, you can login and there is a QR code along with details on vax (dates, type of med, etc). Makes things really easy, just login then screenshot your records, and show that wherever needed. Worked for me going to Brazil and Thailand over the past few months, and in a few restaurants in the USA:

https://vams.cdc.gov/vaccineportal/s...language=en_US

I cannot find my vax card but I have the digital card issued by the state of California. Should that be enough?

[Osteoknot]

Seriously? For 1,500,000 I can get ton of hot ladies to come stay over night and do everything who are not normally for rent. That is crazy money to pay. I do not speak Spanish and can get that to happen easily for stupid money like that. But so could just about any guy with a ton of girls who would normally not do that. That is 5-6 times the normal rate.

I just paid Scarlet's rent for May, about $130 USD. My favorite 3 chicas with whom I've had repeated 4-ways are all living together under her roof for the first time. I can usually recognize opportunity when I see it.

I jumped at the chance to pay rent for May, to keep them from scattering. Scarlet said I can stay there for as long as I want. Sounded like a "no-brainer" to me, jeje.

I am aiming for a party, an orgy really, with 6-7 chicas in total, including Scarlet, and perhaps one or two invited mongers / friends.

Allow me to share fotos of the current guest list below, mouseover for their names. Obviomente, these chicas will all expect to be paid. Plus, I will buy food, drinks, and drugs for the party. I guarantee you, the price will be worth it and it won't be exorbitant.

Yes, I am repeating fotos, because I am stuck here in Pussy Prison and cannot take any new fotos for at least nine more days.

This could all turn out to be premature exposition if these "plans" don't come to fruition. Anyone who wants to laugh at me then, feel free if that improves your mental state. Those who follow me know I report the good and the bad. Medellin always has something unexpected in store. Without desire there is no disappointment.

Full disclosure, Soft Swirl sent me the one foto of her, I did not take it. The remaining fotos, as usual, I took myself. I count seven different chicas on the guest list, at this time.

[JustTK]

He clearly overpaid, but dude had a good time..

45.000. 000 in one month is a terrific salary. I only wish I was a couple of years younger. Hehe. Chica gets free food and drink too. She will soon be buying land in Guatape or losing it on an apartment that fall sdown after 2 years.

[Surfer500]

You were looking at the XE.com rate which is the equivalent of the fluctuating rate. You won't get that rate today. The Visa Exchange rate is 4,011 and that is what you will get from 7 pm today 5/4/22 to 7 pm 5/5/22.

There is usually a 1 day delay. Tomorrow at 8 pm EST (7 pm Medellin time) you can check the rate at 'Visa Exchange rate' to see what you will actually get.

Put in any number for 'amount' (it won't matter). Put in 0 for Bank Fee. Select US for the 'Card Currency' and COP for the 'translation currency'. Hit enter and you will see what the ATM debit card rate will be.

Remember one important thing. When you take money out if the bank asks you if you want the 'default rate' or 'bank guaranteed rate' or anything like that. Just say no. The transaction will now complete using the Visa Exchange Rate and you will not be giving money to the bank for no reason what-so-ever.

I only withdraw from Colpatria ATM machines and have never seen anything asking about rates or any mention of card or translation currency. Which banks ask and provide that information as this would be helpful.

It will be interesting to see if the rate goes up in the next few days, a few weeks ago it was below 3700 COP so has gone up over 10% in a short period of time. Regardless of the exact rate today or tomorrow, at over 4000 COP I'm going to be hitting the ATM machine.

[Zeos1]

You were looking at the XE.com rate which is the equivalent of the fluctuating rate. You won't get that rate today. The Visa Exchange rate is 4,011 and that is what you will get from 7 pm today 5/4/22 to 7 pm 5/5/22.

There is usually a 1 day delay. Tomorrow at 8 pm EST (7 pm Medellin time) you can check the rate at 'Visa Exchange rate' to see what you will actually get.

Put in any number for 'amount' (it won't matter). Put in 0 for Bank Fee. Select US for the 'Card Currency' and COP for the 'translation currency'. Hit enter and you will see what the ATM debit card rate will be.

Remember one important thing. When you take money out if the bank asks you if you want the 'default rate' or 'bank guaranteed rate' or anything like that. Just say no. The transaction will now complete using the Visa Exchange Rate and you will not be giving money to the bank for no reason what-so-ever.

Visa works about 1% in on their rates. Unless you are converting from Canadian dollars to whatever, then it is 2. 5%. Sometimes sucks to be Canadian.

[Villainy]

This is insane, and I wonder how much higher the exchange rate is going to go. Seems as though since the Federal Reserve has been raising the interest rates the exchange rate get's better and better.

Time to hit the ATM's!

You were looking at the XE.com rate which is the equivalent of the fluctuating rate. You won't get that rate today. The Visa Exchange rate is 4,011 and that is what you will get from 7 pm today 5/4/22 to 7 pm 5/5/22.

There is usually a 1 day delay. Tomorrow at 8 pm EST (7 pm Medellin time) you can check the rate at 'Visa Exchange rate' to see what you will actually get.

Put in any number for 'amount' (it won't matter). Put in 0 for Bank Fee. Select US for the 'Card Currency' and COP for the 'translation currency'. Hit enter and you will see what the ATM debit card rate will be.

Remember one important thing. When you take money out if the bank asks you if you want the 'default rate' or 'bank guaranteed rate' or anything like that. Just say no. The transaction will now complete using the Visa Exchange Rate and you will not be giving money to the bank for no reason what-so-ever.

[RamDavidson84]

Seriously? For 1,500,000 I can get ton of hot ladies to come stay over night and do everything who are not normally for rent. That is crazy money to pay. I do not speak Spanish and can get that to happen easily for stupid money like that. But so could just about any guy with a ton of girls who would normally not do that. That is 5-6 times the normal rate.

He clearly overpaid, but dude had a good time and it was his first time in Medellin if I am not mistaken. I can't say I blame the guy at all or any other newbie who pulls a similar move. I overpaid my first trip or two as well. Hopefully, he pays less next time and learns he can get the experience for much less. Glad the dude had a great time though.

[LoveItHere69]

Great report. Sometimes you just get what you pay for.

Seriously? For 1,500,000 I can get ton of hot ladies to come stay over night and do everything who are not normally for rent. That is crazy money to pay. I do not speak Spanish and can get that to happen easily for stupid money like that. But so could just about any guy with a ton of girls who would normally not do that. That is 5-6 times the normal rate.

[Surfer500]

This is insane, and I wonder how much higher the exchange rate is going to go. Seems as though since the Federal Reserve has been raising the interest rates the exchange rate get's better and better.

Time to hit the ATM's!

[Surfer500]

I cannot find my vax card but I have the digital card issued by the state of California. Should that be enough?

Yes, they have digital vax cards in Colombia, so should not be a problem for them to accept a digital card.

In fact I have used my State of California digital vax card for entry into places in both Medellin and Bogota.

[Surfer500]

They do not know what a digital card is, or at least I don't. They look at the card and see that you have 2 shots or 1 shot of that other one. Simple. Don't overthink it. You did not take a picture of it before you lost it? I have always just shown them the picture on my phone.

They have digital vax cards in Colombia for Colombians, I've seen them used by Colombians, hence they know what they are.

[Surfer500]

You are correct. The price listed is for 3 hours of cleaning in the desired costume. Anything extra can be negotiated with the girl.

Here's an explanation. If you have children and you hire someone to watch them while you're working, it costs one price. If you hire a clown to entertain the kids, it costs more.

I'm not sure how well this new service is going to work out for guys that want more than just cleaning services.

The idea of having to negotiate with the girl upon arrival for extra services versus beforehand could be problematic.

Could be a total wild card depending on the girl, and the customers Spanish speaking skills.

[Elemental]

Was just there about 2 weeks ago. It was 350 COP for 1 girl, 380 COP with striptease. I think that was for an hour. Technically, I think the striptease version is for 70 minutes.

There were also options for shorter time or 2 girls, can't recall the prices for these.

The annoying part was that you had to remember the girls' names, they had no numbers. Had to get the lineup 2 x b / C we couldn't hear nor remember some of the names LOL.

Super convenient. Thanks.

I will hit Energy and will stop in Tantra, and New Life for sure. I do not mind paying a dollar to see the girls at Energy and New Life. Who cares, right? I believe the reason I paid $3k last time in Energy was that they gave me a bottle of water and I didn't take a girl. But still, who cares.

Does anyone know more or less the price of girls in Loutrons?

I'm going to whatsapp JJBee's maid service to see if they will send photos of the girls.