Bogota Reports

[QUOTE=BlueTouch;2434644]I wonder if this restriction affects the number of Venezuelan pros in Colombia directly or indirectly.[/QUOTE]The boarder with Venezuela is closed. The Venezuelan in Colombia will not go back to Venezuela and the one in Venezuela are not supposed to enter anymore. So it should not affect the number of Venezuelan in Colombia. Regarding the action, it is very likely that it will slow down in the next days. Brothels are considered as nightclubs or bars, and it is very likely that the governement will close them very soon.

[QUOTE=BlueTouch;2434644]I wonder if this restriction affects the number of Venezuelan pros in Colombia directly or indirectly.[/QUOTE]Venezuelans would be limited to crossing the border between Puerto Carreno and Inirida on the Orinoco River in Vichada department. There's no border patrol there, and it's easy to cross if you ask a local fisherman. You can also cross over from Colombia to Venezuela the same way. If you're a tourist, it's a lot easier than getting a visa. There are many small settlements along the river.

Even though the borders are temporarily closed, at least Brazil remains open in case you want to re-route your travel plans.

[QUOTE=Routard;2434584]Yep, everything goes very fast[/QUOTE]Probably the quickness of decision is partially caused by a political factor.

Elected officials, specially the President and his party, do not want administrative scandals and missteps added to the ongoing anti-government movement / sentiment.

[QUOTE=KangarooTed;2434719]Perhaps the rebound will present some favorable options.

I had the offer today to reschedule my flights, or take a refund. Went for the refund. I imagine the flight deals will be spectacular to entice travel once the bans are lifted. The airlines will be desperately trying to rebuild revenues and expedite the timeframe.

More Airbnbs should be available. Yesterday I was only offered part refunds, today, total refunds, and again, hosts will be keen to start the bookings coming in ASAP.

Empty hotels will be doing deals like crazy.

Tourism in general may get a big boost with tourists getting extra respect for showing their faith in the country on return, and boosting the economy.

How much will the working girls miss the gringo cock and bills.[/QUOTE]I think you're absolutely right on this. Colombia is trying to get over the stigma of being a dangerous country with over fifty years of FARC rebels and paramilitary death squads. Since 2017, after an agreement with FARC was reached, the country has been pushing heavily on tourism. After the ban is lifted, they'll be welcoming tourism with open arms to get the peso back up. As for the girls, this virus doesn't change the fact that Venezuela is still a wreck. The Vennies will be even more desperate for cash, prices might actually get lower. I predict the girls will come back in droves. We'll see.

As for the expats who are living in Colombia like Woodman, you guys are our brothers on the ground. You're our eyes and ears. The rest of us can only get info from the net, but you guys are actually there. So, please keep us updated during this damn travel ban.

[QUOTE=Routard;2434799]The boarder with Venezuela is closed. The Venezuelan in Colombia will not go back to Venezuela and the one in Venezuela are not supposed to enter anymore. So it should not affect the number of Venezuelan in Colombia. Regarding the action, it is very likely that it will slow down in the next days. Brothels are considered as nightclubs or bars, and it is very likely that the governement will close them very soon.[/QUOTE]Here are the latest updated: starting today, ALL BARS AND NIGHTCLUBS OF COLOMBIA ARE CLOSED as well as any social event with more than 50 people.

[QUOTE=Routard;2434951]Here are the latest updated: starting today, ALL BARS AND NIGHTCLUBS OF COLOMBIA ARE CLOSED as well as any social event with more than 50 people.[/QUOTE]Just came back from Santa Fe, There were a lot girls on the street. I have felt better from Friday, Saturday. I feel a hint of a fever, I was with the girl I was with the night before my fever, Had some fun.

All the clubs were closed. If they shut the hotels the girls will starve.

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All the clubs were closed. If they shut the hotels the girls will starve.[/QUOTE]Several regions are already in curfew, including Cundinamarca (the one around Bogota) starting tonight. It will not last long before Bogota is under curfew also.

[QUOTE=Routard;2435182]Several regions are already in curfew, including Cundinamarca (the one around Bogota) starting tonight. It will not last long before Bogota is under curfew also.[/QUOTE]Here it is: Bogota will be in quarantine during 4 days starting Friday.

[QUOTE=Routard;2435468]Here it is: Bogota will be in quarantine during 4 days starting Friday.[/QUOTE]"Service" people are still allowed to work.

[QUOTE=GhostRecon;2435602]"Service" people are still allowed to work.[/QUOTE]Not sure if authorities have the same definition of "service" people as we have!

Governors are taking more stringent measures than the President's policy while the President maintains that the former are not legal. As the most people support and trust their Governors, rather than the President, Duque looks pathetic.

[URL]https://colombiareports.com/coronavirus-colombias-local-authorities-advancing-drastic-measures-inept-duque-under-fire/[/URL]

[QUOTE=Routard;2435468]Here it is: Bogota will be in quarantine during 4 days starting Friday.[/QUOTE]

Hey, so I decided to stay in Bogota. The states are tooo hot for me to go and the virus spread more. This is such a strange post to make.

I stocked up yestrday on some food. You are allowed to leave your house solo to get food. I was at Toastao and got some coffee and fresh baked crossiants. The streets are empty with the occasionally taxi or empmty bus.

Strange times we live in. And yes the clubs are closed.

I'm lucky I got a knock out 24 yo I met on tinder that lets me cum in her face or else I would be sexless all week.

Starting Tuesday, all boarders are closed, no more international flights for 30 days and the entire country enters in 19 days of full quarantine.

[QUOTE=Routard;2436422]Starting Tuesday, all boarders are closed, no more international flights for 30 days and the entire country enters in 19 days of full quarantine.[/QUOTE]Thanks to all the expats keeping us updated, much appreciated.

Same here in Medellin. This situation is a reminder it's important to have a collection of contacts at all times. I expect my phone to really light up after a couple of days. So far it's only been a little more than normal.

[QUOTE=BlueChange;2436223]Hey, so I decided to stay in Bogota. The states are tooo hot for me to go and the virus spread more. This is such a strange post to make.

I stocked up yestrday on some food. You are allowed to leave your house solo to get food. I was at Toastao and got some coffee and fresh baked crossiants. The streets are empty with the occasionally taxi or empmty bus.

Strange times we live in. And yes the clubs are closed.

I'm lucky I got a knock out 24 yo I met on tinder that lets me cum in her face or else I would be sexless all week.[/QUOTE]