Why the hate for Parque Lleras? Never understood it
Not sure what the hate is for Parque Lleras is on this board, but you can taste the bitterness. For a bunch of frugal gormet types that motto out "there is no wrong way to monger" well, apparently there is by the standards repeatedly tooted on this board.
As a landmark, as something unusual, and as a social epicenter, to the American standard, Parque Lleras is fun and I look forward to it being back in operation.
If you have ever been to Budapest, there is a park called Erzebet ***. It used to be -- I stress "used to be" -- a great park to hang out at. Everyone went there with beer, wine and food, and hung out well into the night. Then the city fenced it off and killed the whole vibe. Now there is a knock off of the London Eye and no night scene. It was fun because it was cheap and organic. Sure, no hookers, but it was a central spot for people to socialize at. Parque Lleras has that same vibe and fit much the same criteria.
So why all the hate? Just because the girls quote higher price there and you don't want to bargain? I got two hours out of a girl for 200 mil. Overcharged? I don't think so. She earned every centavo. She was cute, young, pleasant personality, was 100% willing for all the positions, and it was a 4-minute walk to the hotel, and the thrill of the hunt all added to it.
Beyond mongering, it is just a cool park. The trees and the height differences. The statues and the bird houses. It's just cool. Maybe you can't play sports in a park like that, but it is way better than Parque Poblado, which is another cool park.
[QUOTE=Knowledge;2743867]It is likely to be another year or more. What does that matter?
Last time I was there in June, Parque Lleras was completely closed and walled off while they were doing construction. Has the construction been completed yet and is it open again for "business"?
Happy hunting.
Snook.[/QUOTE]
Parque Lleras still in construction
[QUOTE=Snook;2743850]Last time I was there in June, Parque Lleras was completely closed and walled off while they were doing construction. Has the construction been completed yet and is it open again for "business"?Snook.[/QUOTE]Went there yesterday night, still in construction. Planning and speed are not common qualities here. I think all the shops around it are losing money.
This morning I'll take a walk in Botero plaza.
Which is the best no fee ATM near Energy in Poblado
I'm looking at something like Colpatria, Davidienda or BBVA (if they are still fee free).
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When all your active FB contacts are named Maria
Different types of monger's
[QUOTE=LitmusSmut;2744087]Not sure what the hate is for Parque Lleras is on this board, but you can taste the bitterness. For a bunch of frugal gormet types that motto out "there is no wrong way to monger" well, apparently there is by the standards repeatedly tooted on this board.
As a landmark, as something unusual, and as a social epicenter, to the American standard, Parque Lleras is fun and I look forward to it being back in operation.
If you have ever been to Budapest, there is a park called Erzebet ***. It used to be -- I stress "used to be" -- a great park to hang out at. Everyone went there with beer, wine and food, and hung out well into the night. Then the city fenced it off and killed the whole vibe. Now there is a knock off of the London Eye and no night scene. It was fun because it was cheap and organic. Sure, no hookers, but it was a central spot for people to socialize at. Parque Lleras has that same vibe and fit much the same criteria.
So why all the hate? Just because the girls quote higher price there and you don't want to bargain? I got two hours out of a girl for 200 mil. Overcharged? I don't think so. She earned every centavo. She was cute, young, pleasant personality, was 100% willing for all the positions, and it was a 4-minute walk to the hotel, and the thrill of the hunt all added to it.
Beyond mongering, it is just a cool park. The trees and the height differences. The statues and the bird houses. It's just cool. Maybe you can't play sports in a park like that, but it is way better than Parque Poblado, which is another cool park.[/QUOTE]I agree with you. I don't understand the hate for parque lleras. It's great for what it is a central pick up spot for girls with the added benefit of clubs / bars and restaurants surrounding the area. Yes the girls are quoting higher prices than centro. This board tends to skew older retirees with fixed incomes who prefer centro daytime action. There's nothing wrong with that but I'm a person who likes to mix it up I use Facebook / tinder, Casas / strip clubs and Llerras to hunt. I tried centro once and it sketched me out, maybe I need to retry that scene. I prefer nightclubs I can still drink party and take home as money chicks as my wallet allows.
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Trip report end of August 2022
Where to begin?
First of all, thank you for the lively commentary on this thread. It was an encouraging factor to book a trip (and break up with a girlfriend?) After RTFT one can really see it's an active scene: dynamic, controversial, cheap / expensive, a bit complicated and also easy, but most of all. Something for everything.
For the better part of the past decade, I've preferred SE Asia despite enjoying speaking Spanish and being relatively fluent conversationally. Due to considerations of time zone, climate, direct flights and internet speed, Medellin was really the best and perhaps only viable option for a 1-week trip to "WFH" and pursue a most worthy hobby. Anyhow, here was my approach and experience.
Pre-research:
I decided to sign up for a premium membership on seeking, which I've used before in the States with satisfying if not complicated results. It's much easier than other dating apps / websites and significantly better quality. I did try the other apps for a moment while traveling, and was very depressed with the comparative options.
With Seeking I perused the major destinations with direct flights from the east coast. After a few days evaluation the options, the abundance of Medellin talent was very clear. I do prefer the petite Asian type, and after years of dating accordingly -- I was eager for a change but also looking for familiar territory. There are certainty many chicas in the 18 - 25 range that have nice slim figures, flat bellies and cute faces.
But importantly and perhaps obviously, there is a wide array of different body and face types, that I wasn't necessarily looking for, but happy to encounter in the process of broadening horizons. I think it's safe to say that the Paisas are built different (in many ways), but generally more curvy -- even for the seemingly slim chicas. Not was I was looking for exactly but happy to have some variety.
Upon arrival:
Things do become slightly blurry here on out so it's hard to provide a good play-by-play as others have done. The options on Seeking were all very good in quality, but varied drastically in price point. Quotes anywhere from $80 to $250 USD for TLN. In a pinch, I went with a 26 year old on the higher end of the price spectrum because of her responsiveness, willingness, smoke-show pictures and overall vibe (pics for reference).
We actually had a very fun night and she was in fact very sexy / GFE-- started the night partying in El Poblado, then a rooftop in Manrique to get out of the bubble, then Fase II (long story, didn't see any good options for me incidentally) before returning to a hotel in Poblado. From what I recall, decent BJ trading with DATY, decent sex in multiple positions. Another round in the morning but I was a bit too hungover to make the most of it. The quality of service was certainly not worth the price, despite the absolute stunner looks. But I couldn't carry the regret too long as it was basically a friend to go out and party with for my first night, and its always a pleasure to wake up in bed next to someone beautiful. She left me her bolsita of perico which I accidently flew home with and have yet to try.
After that:
I tried a couple of other places. Became acquaintances with a taxista. Went to La Isla (not for me, personally-- very strange format, lots of plastic surgery, older chicas, etc.). Then the taxista and I decided to find some SWs in the centro "mas joven que profesional". And despite the blurry vision (ron de caldas, perico, 2 c) there were actually quite surprisingly good quality of options. No idea where it was, but decided to pickup 2 young slim chicas for 90,000 COP each. The taxista ended up getting pulled over for drunk driving and the police told me to leave the taxi, the 2 chicas pulled me into a different one. The rest is history, but the taxista was mad that I didn't bribe the cops, I was relatively happy to find el mejor equipo for the most satisfying (only) threesome I've had in years. They really did make a good team: alternating blow jobs (one deepthroat while the other licked balls), alternate riding, and then the tighter one rode me to completion while the sexier one moaned in my ear to get me there. A unique, satisfying and economical experience.
Subsequently:
I became a little hesitant to get too involved with locals. (I think using 2 see makes everyone kind of crazy, myself included). And a friend arriving decreased my appetite for getting in weird situations with Paisas. So basically the remainder of the week I was content to pick up randoms from Calle 10 / Parque Lleras.
I suppose that's a whole new post, and in retrospect I didn't pack too much useful info into here. Hopefully this provides some anecdotal experience for folks that like this approach to the hobby. If worthwhile and I can provide some less hazy details from the rest of the trip: Mostly picking up SWs in Lleras and encountering an escopolamina incident.
Cheers.