Cartagena Reports

[QUOTE=Nypher;2587470]If they have their Instagram profile listed, or they have their whatsapp number in their profile, or you see allot of bikini pics, or sexual poses, or open mouth with tongue sticking out looking like they are ready to catch the leche, or they have pics of selfies in a mirror where you can see the rear of the phone and in the rear of the phone is American currency, then you know what's up and you can begin with the usual Hola, Como estas? When they reply its usually "bien why tu" and you can follow back with "Muy bien" then ask "Prepargo?" or "Tu cobras?" and they usually come back with "Si" or "Obvio" if by chance you get a "no" then immediately unmatch. If you get a "Si" you next step is to take the conversation outside of tinder and continue it on whatsapp or instagram where you can discuss prices and services. Once you start the conversation outside of Tinder, go back and unmatch them because they can be vindictive and report you, once you get too many reports, they will ban you. I've been there, had to make a whole new Facebook with fake name and a new phone number just to use Tinder again.

You are however beginning talks way too early. Once they find out when you are coming they will most likely say they will wait for you, or see you when you get here, and then they will stop responding to you until you actually get there. I usually start swiping a few days before my arrival date and line them up.[/QUOTE]Awesome! Many thanks for your efforts, will try it this this way.

[QUOTE=WashingtonWiz;2589236]I know my board cred isn't as strong here, but if you're ever in DC I can be of big help.

Always wondered why I couldn't link accounts.[/QUOTE]Go to the web-site for Airbnb, see if you can get luckily by sending out lots of messages to the apartment owners be up front tell them you want to be able to have visitors over night and you are will to pay a fee. They reply fast. Next, see what hotel that are listed on the map found on this forum that are open for your dates and girl friendly in hopes you find one that has cancelations. Read the forum hotel and apartment rental section. Go on line to [URL]Booking.com[/URL], Vrbo, Home to go. Read the forum and look for Juan's contact information he has nice apartments all over. Good luck.

Absolutely correct I should have clarified that it's not a guest policy it's a "visitor " policy, as far as Airbnb goes you can almost always find this under "house rules". The language will be something like only registered guests allowed or in some cases only "previously registered guests'
Believe it or not most of the people who operate these airbnbs don't want to have their time wasted and they are aware of the situations involving chicas!

It's not ruled out then then message and ask if guests are allowed and add that you're not going to have large parties. The biggest concern really is groups of dudes who bring girls in for large parties. Most of the no visitor policies as a result of the few people who just can't tone it down.

[QUOTE=KcTalent;2589089]He is so right. I had the same issue but all resolve just do what they're telling you and yes you need to read the forum here and in the Cartagena Hotel and Apartment section.

I sent messages to Apartments and Airbnb's asking if guest friendly answers yes they allowed guest that signed in with you. I was told by a good forum member that I was the guest and to ask if visitors are allowed and yes that worked better was told only up to a time but never over night, some said sure with prior arraignment as a visitor of a guest and with restrictions. Many said hell no chica allowed. I'm not new as a monger but still when in a new location I listen to others and RTFF and learn which makes for a greater plan trip. I have a nice hotel for 3 days, girl visitors over night approved and a Airbnb for 3 days also girl friendly with over nights visitors. RTFF send some messages and make some calls.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=WashingtonWiz;2589236]I know my board cred isn't as strong here, but if you're ever in DC I can be of big help.

Always wondered why I couldn't link accounts.[/QUOTE]I can't post his contact info here, but do the search in this or Hotels and Apartments thread, and you'll find Juan who rents apartments in Laquito and Centro. His building in Laquito is called Marinero or Marin. Many members including me highly recommend this guy, he speaks English and is super reliable.

[QUOTE=Kafka;2589382]Absolutely correct I should have clarified that it's not a guest policy it's a "visitor " policy, as far as Airbnb goes you can almost always find this under "house rules". The language will be something like only registered guests allowed or in some cases only "previously registered guests'
Believe it or not most of the people who operate these airbnbs don't want to have their time wasted and they are aware of the situations involving chicas!

It's not ruled out then then message and ask if guests are allowed and add that you're not going to have large parties. The biggest concern really is groups of dudes who bring girls in for large parties. Most of the no visitor policies as a result of the few people who just can't tone it down.[/QUOTE]To add to this. Do not! I repeat do not exceed the limit of the apartment that is listed. For instance if the limit of the apartment is 6 individuals and 3 mongers rents it, you can only have 1 chica each simultaneously. If a monger decides to have trio bringing the head count to 7 total and the host find out and can prove it they can cancel your reservation and kick you out with no refund because the rules were violated. Pay attention to those rules. Do not get cops involved on the property for loud noises after hours, they can also cancel your reservation due to that.

Sometimes you can talk your way out of it but expect to pay on the spot extra money to the host.

[QUOTE=WashingtonWiz;2589236]I know my board cred isn't as strong here, but if you're ever in DC I can be of big help.

Always wondered why I couldn't link accounts.[/QUOTE]I had a couple of options available on Airbnb for an upcoming trip which I've since postponed. Both are in Getsemenai.

[URL]https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/39086807?adults=2&children=0&infants=0&check_in=2021-08-18&check_out=2021-09-15&source_impression_id=p3_1628316756_CrOHRdhQranaRXSC[/URL]

[URL]https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/11881937?adults=2&check_in=2021-08-18&check_out=2021-09-15&source_impression_id=p3_1628316916_xIWyySkwK7YKuolH&guests=1[/URL]

You will need to write to the hosts for confirmation, but make sure that they are aware that you will not be having wild parties, accept full responsibility for your guests, and that you will be bringing different girls with you.

[QUOTE=Dublin12;2589649]I had a couple of options available on Airbnb for an upcoming trip which I've since postponed. Both are in Getsemenai.

[URL]https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/39086807?adults=2&children=0&infants=0&check_in=2021-08-18&check_out=2021-09-15&source_impression_id=p3_1628316756_CrOHRdhQranaRXSC[/URL]

[URL]https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/11881937?adults=2&check_in=2021-08-18&check_out=2021-09-15&source_impression_id=p3_1628316916_xIWyySkwK7YKuolH&guests=1[/URL]

You will need to write to the hosts for confirmation, but make sure that they are aware that you will not be having wild parties, accept full responsibility for your guests, and that you will be bringing different girls with you.[/QUOTE]It is very helpful for everyone to know about more visitor friendly places to stay but I am going to copy your post over to the "Cartagena Hotels and Rental Apartments" thread.

Has anyone else had any problems with the immigration form online?, I have read two reports of persons having issues

[QUOTE=MojoBandit;2589728]It is very helpful for everyone to know about more visitor friendly places to stay but I am going to copy your post over to the "Cartagena Hotels and Rental Apartments" thread.[/QUOTE]Good Idea. I wasn't aware of that thread.

[QUOTE=Nypher;2589562]To add to this. Do not! [b]I repeat do not exceed the limit of the apartment that is listed.[/b] For instance if the limit of the apartment is 6 individuals and 3 mongers rents it, you can only have 1 chica each simultaneously. If a monger decides to have trio bringing the head count to 7 total and the host find out and can prove it they can cancel your reservation and kick you out with no refund because the rules were violated. Pay attention to those rules. Do not get cops involved on the property for loud noises after hours, they can also cancel your reservation due to that.

Sometimes you can talk your way out of it but expect to pay on the spot extra money to the host.[/QUOTE]Everyone should take note of this excellent advice especially newbies!!

If you have an issue with the rules ask for clarification just don't willfully violate them expecting no consequences. Don't ruin your vacation.

My gal is a costena and will be checking out the city today. I know it is her home base but anyone have any suggestions for good couple's activities?

I flew American from Miami here, really cheap flight like under $200 and I bought it last minute because Spirit cancelled my flight to Fort Lauderdale. Airplane had full sockets so you could plug in a laptop or phone which was nice. The last minute flight to Miami was more than the one to Cartagena. Spirit is giving refunds for the cancelled flight and added a $50 voucher as well.

Migracion app is now asking for vaccine status. They do not require proof of anything. Colombia is just asking for it. I think if you say no, you can still come, for now. I imagine this will change soon.

I am at the Hyatt, real nice place. I tried this beef called something like Bistec Cartagena. It was really good. It had a nice and different local sauce on the beef. The Mrs. Had ceviche. Then had a desert called the Costeno. It is like a coffee ice cream with coconut style cakes, very good as well. Price was crazy as expected in a hotel. Waiter was thrilled at 15% tip.

I might persuade the Mrs. To check out one of the clubs and hope to give you guys an update on the Clock Tower scene.

[QUOTE=Elvis2008;2590087]My gal is a costena [/QUOTE]There are a few good restaurants with top floor vistas. Cafe del Mar is the most obvious and busy. The Townhouse is a little out of the way, but it's interesting, although often busy. The top floor of San Pedro Cafe / Mirador has good food and less people than you'll find on other roof top venues. Quiebra Canto is a good place to dance or hangout; good view back to the clock tower, great for people watching, when they have live music it fills up; the other Salsa venues down Calle 30 can be a lot of fun. With shopping. Centro Comercial La Serrezuela is interesting and pretty new, I imagine she might like checking it out. Getsemani has a bohemian vibe and walking there at night has some pulse to it. The Arab restaurant in Bocogrande sometimes surprises costenas.

[QUOTE=MojoBandit;2589729]Has anyone else had any problems with the immigration form online?, I have read two reports of persons having issues[/QUOTE]I managed to fill mine out with with little to no issues. It was my first time using the site as last time I filled out the physical paper before going through security.

Three things that sucked:

1: Even though I selected English, and all the questions were converted to English, all the multiple choice answers were still in Spanish. So things like selecting my country of birth I had to figure out the Spanish name for that.

2. I could not copy and paste, so entering information such as the place where ill be staying was a pain in the ass to manually type out the entire address.

3. At the end where they provide the CAPTCHA screen, there was no indication where to enter the phrase even though it was staring me directly in my face jajajaja. For anyone who had that face_palm moment like I did, the box is directly below the phrase.

Migracion app is now asking for vaccine status. They do not require proof of anything. Colombia is just asking for it. I think if you say no, you can still come, for now. I imagine this will change soon.

Nice review. Is Colombia asking for a negative Covid test 3 days before getting into the country?

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Yusk1984;2590349]Migracion app is now asking for vaccine status. They do not require proof of anything. Colombia is just asking for it. I think if you say no, you can still come, for now. I imagine this will change soon.

Nice review. Is Colombia asking for a negative Covid test 3 days before getting into the country?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]Since the members of the forum does not know your origin of departure no one can give you solid information. You best bet is to check Colombia's Embassy site for up to date COVID travel info or don't travel from India.

Side note, if I recall, Colombia has never asked for a negative Covid test 3 days before getting into the country, it was 96 hours before they removed it for everyone except India.

[URL]https://co.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/[/URL]