midwestdad

Good question. Neither daily nor on-demand PREP is 100% effective. So I take it, and offer to sexual partners, as a method to reduce the overall risk. I don't know enough about the local economy to answer your question about buying doxy through Rappi. I typically just stock up in the states before I go on a trip because it's cheap and easy to get here. Maybe @macdaddi has some more insight!

I arrived just after 9:00 p.m. and got through at midnight. When we arrived, the line was about 1/2 full. Three flights arrived after us, so when I got through at midnight, the line was all the way to the back of the room.

Yes, I was in an Airbnb. I contacted the host ahead of time and asked about the guest policy. I specifically stated, "I am traveling solo and would like to have friends come visit." She told me that guests were allowed as long as they had proper identification. I had no issues with the security desk staff.

Yes, you are correct. When meeting I do offer the four Truvada pills, so my partner is able to complete the full 2-1-1 protocol, just like me. I am negative and tested on a monthly basis.

I just got back from a week in Medellin and thought I'd share some tip/pointers/observations: The holiday lights are absolutely beautiful! I went on a date with a local paisa and he took me around to the various displays at night. The displays by the river were great and made for some great vacation photos. I spent almost three hours in the immigration line on arrival at the airport. It was hot and people were exhausted and frustrated. Make sure to have some water and something to entertain yourself. I read that a recent strike by the immigration workers' union had recently settled. Hopefully that should improve the long lines. I started using a clear face pic on WhatsApp and noticed I got much better responses from guys and was offered better prices. I'm an average looking gringo. The guys are just more eager to respond when they can see right away who is contacting them. This was my first time seeing ciclovia in Medellin. On Sunday mornings, many major streets shut down fully or partially to make room for a community run/walk/cycle. Avenida El Poblado is one of them. From about 8am - 1pm it was closed one-way to make room for the ciclovia. Had I known I would have brought running gear. It's a great way to experience a local tradition and see some very attractive shirtless men in public. Web cam boys - don't waste your time. I planned a meeting with one and even brought him his favorite gourmet chocolates from the states. He kept cancelling on me and we never met. I gave the chocolates to an adorable Venezuelan guy who appeared to really appreciate the gift. The PREP situation is not very consistent. I'm on the PREP 2-1-1 protocol, so I always have extra pills on me. Depending on what we are doing, I offer it to guys and offer to wait the required two hours. Some guys take me up on the offer, and others didn't. I think some were wary of taking medications from a container in a foreign language, which makes sense. If you are Ubering a guy to you, ask if they will do Uber Moto. It's Uber but on a motorcycle. It's much faster than a standard Uber car, and much cheaper. I was there for a week and had zero safety concerns or issues. I did go to many places, like Plaza Botero, with a local guy, and that really helped. The guys know their city and what to watch out for. Happy travels!

There is no shortage of bottom guys in Medellin! I wouldn't spend a lot of time trying to chase down webcam guys. From what I can tell many have set work schedules that they can't or don't deviate from. Even though some might be really good at their jobs, it is usually just a job for them. You will have zero trouble connecting with guys through Grindr and other apps. Treat them nicely, and they will reciprocate. Personally, I'd be a little reluctant to try and arrange an all night party with multiple guys. Most hotels and Airbnbs will allow at most two guests. Most all nighters involve a fair amount of alcohol and other chemicals, which could make you somewhat vulnerable. I've had zero issues one-on-one with local guys. Most are very friendly and eager to show you a good time.

I just got back from Medellín on Saturday from an eight-day trip. It was my first time in Colombia. I had an amazing trip and never felt unsafe. I will admit that I planned a trip back in April, but then canceled because I read too many Facebook sorry stories about crime. Obviously it's terrible whenever something bad happens to anyone. Like others have noted, common sense and trusting your instincts will go a long way. I don't drink, use other chemicals, and I don't party. I wore an Apple Watch and used my phone occasionally on the street, but I wasn't obnoxious about it. I met up with many guys, mostly from Grindr and mileroticos. They were all very attractive and I had a great time. I did my best to vet them, and make sure they had social media, twitter, an onlyfans, etc. My sense is that many were interested in ongoing financial support, either directly or through through their websites. To be blunt, if they kill you they might get what's in your wallet that day, but nothing in the future. I think the best advice I can give you is to spend time with the local guys, and they will look out for you. The local job market is really tough and there are many guys on Grindr who are unemployed and bored. I was very interested in seeing the sites around town, like Comuna 13, museums, Pueblito Paisa, parks, and Guatepe. I met up with two guys in particular and offered to buy them lunch and pay for travel expenses. Both were happy to take me around town and were very proud of their city and its culture. One even took me up to Mirador Picacho in the evening to see some breathtaking views of the city at night. I was a bit apprehensive but it was worth it. The trip to Guatepe was also worth the two hour Uber drive! I'm already planning my next trip back. There are many more things I want to see and guys I just didn't have time to meet up with!

Hey fellows! I'm taking my first trip to Medellín in September, and have a few questions that I haven't been able to find answers in the forums. 1. I've read Grindr is a good place to meet local guys. When I use Grindr Explore and place my location in Medellín, I see very few gringos, and fewer over 40 like me. Is now, July, just a slow tourist season in Medellín? Or are guys using other apps to hook up? I've cruised through mileroticos and found it very helpful. 2. Many Airbnbs state that "Visitors must present an original physical ID where their identity can be validated." I understand that there are many Venezuelan migrants living in Medellín. Is it likely that they will have physical IDs that meet this requirement? I don't want to sound ignorant. I'm just not familiar with the politics of migration and attitudes towards migrants. I'm hoping it's better than in the US. 3. I understand that many CB models live in Medellín. Is there a particular part of town where the studios are concentrated, so I change my Grindr explore location to there? Or do many guys just broadcast from their own residences? 4. Lastly, and most sensitive, is what are the general attitudes towards PREP and condom use? I'm negative and on prep and prefer bare. However, I don't want pressure anyone into an activity that makes them uncomfortable. In Mexico, which I'm used to, many guys just charge an additional fee for bare. Is a photo of my current prescription via Grindr or WhatsApp sufficient to satisfy some safety concerns, or are guys pretty adamant about condom usage? I'm fine either way. Thanks for any feedback!