Need some help from you Cartagena experts
I am fluent is Spanish and have been all over South America, Central America, and the Caribbean and never had one problem. I really want to go to Colombia but am really worried about the scopolamine situation. It seems Cartagena is a bit safer as far as that goes than Medellin, Bogota, or Cali. Am I correct? Its it a biga a problem as it seems to be? I will be going solo so I don't have a wing man for safety. I am not worried about being out and about, its that scopolamine crap. I am not even worried about the girls ripping me off, I Just don't want to die. I know all the safety tips, watch your drink, 24 security at a hotel and cameras, anything valuable in a safe, just be with one girl etc. BUT, I know I will want to bring a girl back to my place for a few hours or overnight. I feel once you do that there are so many ways for them to scope you. Even as simple as hanging out in my room and me dozing off. Any great ideas on getting through this or am I just way overthinking this and being a big pussy? Are there any recommended hotels where they really take care of you and watch theses girls that come to your room. Thanks so much guys.
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How to get robbed in Cartagena
Group of 5 guys managed to get drugged and robbed by 5 girls.
Pictures of IDs included so be aware if you run into them.
Listen to their story and hear all the mistakes they made.
Money gone, jewelry gone, but at least they got their slides and cellphones back jajaja.
The cops done split that money with the girls and let them girls go.
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvbVVUdvP4s[/URL]
Not a fun weekend to be in Cartagena.
From: USA Embassy in Colombia. https://co.usembassy.gov/
Location: Countrywide.
Event: Presidential elections will take place in Colombia on Sunday, May 31,2026. Colombian authorities will be implementing restrictions beginning on Saturday, May 30, through Monday, June 1. Land and sea borders will be closed from 6:00 am On Saturday, May 30 until 6:00 am On Monday, June 1.
"Alcohol sales are restricted from 6:00 pm On Saturday, May 30 until noon on Monday, June 1. ".
The government will also deploy security personnel throughout the country to ensure a peaceful electoral process.
Protests are possible throughout the country over the weekend. Demonstrations and security personnel deployments can create significant travel disruptions, such as road closures. If you are planning on travel in Colombia this weekend, be sure to build in extra time or reconsider your plans.
Actions to Take:
Comply with local authorities.
Monitor local media for updates.
Avoid demonstrations.
Keep your car doors locked and your windows closed.
Maintain a high level of vigilance, especially in public areas.
Review your personal security plans; be prepared to shelter in place should prolonged protests develop.
Travelers should be prepared to remain where they are if demonstrations result in transportation routes being blocked or airports being inaccessible or closed.
Short time hotels near clock tower?
Was just wondering what the situation is like in the clock tower area. I was in Cartagena few years ago and of course that's where tons of th girls hang out, but are there short time hotels there like there are in El Centro in Medellin? I'll be staying in Boca Grande so it's a little ways away and I don't think my Airbnb is cool with me having girls over anyway.