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And to answer the initial question @12is12 related to El Centro hotels, the best hotel in that neighbourhood is Gran Hotel Medellín on Calle Caracas at Avenida Oriental.

Fair enough, I was writing specifically about the sauna scene, which is almost entirely en El Centro. Things change regularly so I haven't written about the sex clubs extensively so as not to send people to businesses that are no longer there. There are multiple sex clubs and gay-themed nights around Laureles. Some, like the private club at Avenida 80 at Calle 43 don't have actual names. (enter from rear door, yellow building on Calle 43) Others pop up and move around, like Spa Med 33. And there are mainstays like Sillon Rojo and La Casa del Gurú which host regular events. If you want to the very best private events, you should probably check out Angels Club, however they have an annual membership requirement. I would suggest asking politely about "eventos o parches gay" in popular bars like Chiquita, Happy, or Donde Aquellos. That should lead you down the rabbit hole of the inner workings of Medellín's gay scene. There are plenty of events that happen regularly in the old dancehall spaces around Centro-La Candelaría. You just need to meet someone who is plugged into that scene.

Unclear what you consider to be the "sex venue" area? There are several small sex clubs around Laureles on 33 and 80 -- is that what you are thinking? There are plenty of options in the area, a cluster hotels in the Circulares around La 70 or also near the stadium Metro station on Calle47D.

Yes -- it is an entry requirement when arriving from Brasil. Yes -- it is generally enforced but I have experienced entry through El Dorado airport where they do not ask.

I love your instagram account @Tourguidebogota everyone looks like they are having a great time and enjoying an authentic and unique Colombian experience. Bienvenido al foro.

If I have not mentioned this before, I apologize. @midwestdad is absolutely correct and the dozens of miradores around Medallo are a great excursion with a new friend. Download the app Miradores Destination for the best selection with instructions how how to arrive (choose an Uber unless you really enjoy steep hiking trails) and to know what amenities are on site. Some have restaurants and entertainment, other have simple cantinas where you can buy a beer and take in the city lights. Great way to end a day in Medellín.

Relax. There is always an emerging "new" panic around Colombia travel. You wouldn't believe the "expert" opinions shared with me when I first traveled to the country and fell in love with Medallo. Perhaps because Narcos on Netflix was popular at the time? Medellín as a whole is less dangerous that most similarly sized cities in North America. The barrios where there are higher rates of violent crimes are ones you are highly unlikely to visit during your first trip. Skipping this city will leave a big to-do on your travel list. Don't let a few negative stories detract you from visiting the city. There is much to see and do, and the paisas are certain to charm the pants off of you. Literally. Cheers. Edit - BTW, if you are still planning to be there in early January 2025, I am around. Happy to meet up and introduce you to some locals and the main spots.

Very -- they sponsor a large number of club promotions and Grindr (paid account) is too expensive for most Colombians.

Just wanted to note that @Latbear4blk is correct, dulces refers to drugs, but in Medellín it quite specifically is used to refer to cocaine or tusi, a pink mixture of several stimulants that is very popular in the club scene. Both would be referred to as dulces, which I have never heard used to refer to the cannabis family.

I typically use "passion" or "into it", which we both know is know is not the full explanation. It kind of feels like estrenar or sobremesar where there isn't a comparable word, just an explanation of what it means culturally.

Doy / buscar liga = paid sex. You may be prepared to pay for sex (doy liga) or are looking to be paid (busco liga). There are other uses certainly but this is the discrete way of saying you are an escort in Grindr and not be explicit. chupar ya roc looks like a misspelling or a shorted word. Note that Colombians insert ya into just about every second sentence, this looks very to be a colloquial use.

Black + White Club Cali is hosting their inaugural finca party in Rozo (northeast of Cali) next weekend if you are around. The event will take place August 24-25th from 6pm-11am with return transportation available. Dress code is bathing suit/briefs. There will be special guests including interactive stripper shows. Contact the club for more information/ticket purchase. Reservation cut off is 22 August 2024, firm. WhatsApp +57 318 5743070 X @bwhitecast_

That's the thread, ¡muchas gracias!

Yes. This has been discussed extensively here but I can't find the start of the exchange. I have been there personally several times, but there are better options. The street is Calle 57a between Avenida Oriental and Carrera 47. The main bars are El Machete and Kanahan's bar. The old restaurant where the boys worked right on the park closed during the pandemic and was non-operational as of this month. I don't recommend visiting as this barrio is not particularly safe after dark. Others here have argued against that so do with that what you want. Here is a map of the Calle del pecado in Medellin. Happy hunting.