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There have been a few articles published in Medellín in the local papers (in spanish). Basically the trail has gone cold...there are no publicly known events since July 2022. The office of the alcaldía of Medellín does has an advertising campaign visible in local gay bars and businesses, online, and in social media warning men of this potential danger while using hookup apps. You might even see these ads while cruising Grindr or Hornet while here.

The entirely of the Eje cafetero (Manizales, Pereira, Armenia, esp Salento) is definitely is a popular destination for Isrealis, but I have never heard a satisfactory explanation as to why. I did a trip to the thermales in Filandia and the majority of the group were Israelis. Throughout the region, there are restaurants promoting Kosher foods and stores featuring the Star of David signage. Still unclear why this is.

This was published in a newsletter here that I receive. Up to date listing of organizations and groups where you can practice Spanish/English with interested parties in Medellín. https://medellingles.substack.com/p/language-exchange-in-medellin

So many have pointed out my error -- thank you --that the other location was on Calle 1 Sur (not 14) and I was informed tonight over drinks that this location is no more. So we are down to 1.5 Love Moteles in El Poblado, but I would expect that to change quickly given the differencesI am seeing in the neighbourhood this year.

Hey @Ethanmiamithere are too many to list, but might be an interesting discussion on which ones are clean and hassle free. I was laughing this weekend about the infamous El Poblado motel discussed under Angelo as I was walking by to get coffee. Still unconvinced that it is a love motel, but other members claimed it was found in the app MotelNow so let's go with that... There are a couple that I know in El Poblado -- tucked away discretely in the side streets off Avenida El Poblado on Calle 14 and aother on Calle 14. There are also probably a dozen (or more) in the area around La Setenta (Cra 70) and the Giradot stadium area. Just do a Google search for "love motels" along Avenida Colombia and you will see lots of pins appear. Feel free to DM if you want more detials. Chao.

None that I can vouch for personally, unfortunately.

Just did a long read of the coverage in El País - Argentina (with Malbec in hand) and that is correct. There are several international markets looking to move off the USD as the trade exchange benchmark and move to using a local agreed-upon exchange point, as the cost savings are substantial for regional trade between the two countries. Argentina and Brazil are just two countries openly engages in this talk.

I forgot "chingar" which is used famously in México.

Others I am certain will correct me, but the strippers (fully nude) at Theatrón in my experience are Saturday nights consistently. Friday used to be mixed company in the Lotus (top level) bar but that seems to have changed so maybe they are having strippers both nights. Did not go when I was in town last. Colombians like to go out late, but bars in the city of Bogotá must close at 2am by law. So the greatest action is from 11pm onward on Fridays and Saturdays. The club in only open Thurs - Fri - Sat and the odd Sunday when a national holiday falls on a Monday. Best check ahead -- Colombia has lots of holidays from April onward it the calendar year.

Updated January 2023 The information remains the same. Only diffence - there is no onsite meeting to select the boys. Call-text ahead to Fercho using WhatsApp. You will be asked for a description of what you are looking for...then will send a WhatsApp text message with a more pared down offering for your consideration. You will be asked to confirm a time window and date for any potential meeting. Then as described here, you will meet your choice at the Bliss Suite hotel. Price is 160K COP for the "date" including hotel or 180K COP for delivery + transportation -- they come to you and you pay taxi/Uber both ways. Enjoy!

Mileage may vary, but I would suggest from your comment that you have never been to El Mozo (Bogotá), Industry (Medellín), Purple (Medellín), City Club (Cartagena), or Queen (Calí) where the boys most definitely love to strip down and show off the hard work put in at the local Bodytech. There is also a very active local circuit in Bogotá and Medellín where private parties occur that get much more wild than the local clubs. For what it is worth...

The verb "to fuck" is a difficult one because it changes in different regions. Welcome to Latam Spanish. However here are some options: - cojer - follar - comer (used colloquially) - cachar Joder also refers to fucking, but in the send of don't fuck around/don't fuck with me. You will hear people use "joda" or "joder" to exclaim "Fuck!". Or "no me jodas" -- "don't fuck around with me". But it is not a sexual context in any way. Also gozar in Spanish means to enjoy -- which you might say during sex but the verb you are looking for is correrse (Ya me corro - I am coming) Hope that helps with your list. I am certain other native speakers can chime in here.

Bueno pues...since there was such demand I am sharing (with his permission) the contact info for Travel JC Tour. Juan Camilo is a budding entreprenuer and has big dreams about the growing tourism business in Medellín. I intend to hire him once I have some weekend plans organized. WhatsApp +57 3016479134 His English is limited but he says he is learning, so be kind.

He does offer airport pick up in a private car. Am waiting for his approval to post his contact details here.

Website is being built now, he's been grinding at this business for only a few months.

I will pass you his info once I speak with him later today.

I see this request come up frequently so I am happy to share that I met a local Paisa who is starting his gay tour guide business, running tours of Medellín for individuals or groups. He is also offering day trips to many of the smaller paisa towns around Medellín in Antioquia department, like Guatapé, La Ceja, Santa Fe de Antioquia and others (Jardín is in the works). I gave him my number here so I can do a day trip to test the service and get a better sense of how serious he is about this new enterprise. Prices are very reasonable -- under COP 300K for the day including transportation (about $75USD). For those wondering, he made it clear that he was open to sex, but that is in no way part of the package. So this may not be your perfect fantasy option.

Jajajaja They are advertising 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗚𝗢𝗚𝗢𝗦 𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 I mean, how could you NOT go check that out? LOL

Tejo!! You are quickly approaching cachaco status.

okay there is another new male stripper club in Chapigay. I will message you.

Honestly the most effective treatment for soroche is mate de coca. There are many cafés in Bogotá that will serve you the traditional mate. Ask your friends, I am certain that they will know a local place that offers this relief. There are a couple of places in nearby Palermo on the diagonales that I can suggest.

As a general rule, the sauna is reserved for early evenings and most patrons are arriving from work for a "break" before heading home. So as a general rule for Sauna 55 and all others in Colombia, you will find the busiest period to be between 4-7pm with weekends being slightly busier. From your research you have probably already noted that the saunas in Medellin generally close at 9:30/10:00pm daily. Most are deserted by 9pm. Only the new El Castilo stays open 24 hours on weekends as far as I know. Other members that have been in town more recently may have other options.

I would check the website (above) for events or simply subscribe to their WhatsApp updates for listings of events plus their notifications when the club is "full" and they do not allow further admissions. Probably the most popular event is the Semáforo event where entrants are given a color-coded wristband indicating sexual preference/role however I have seen them declare the doors closed during the Tattoo event, Interracial night, and the Early Bird event (madrugón) in the early morning. Generally the Bears night is Thursday and the Maduro night (older men) is alternate Wednesdays but they are constantly changing any schedule. So it is difficult to say what day is popular versus what event is popular. They are good about returning messages and holding you a spot (the first time at least) so I recommend checking the calendar for an event that appeals to you.

Everyone that I know in the capital is gone for the holidays, but I will ask around in the new year. Colombia is good for word-of-mouth referrals. You might want to explore this guide to Gay Bogota published by the Alcaldia of Bogota (the mayor is a lesbian) that contains a lot of good information in English about the city. https://www.idt.gov.co/sites/default/files/4.1. GUIA LGBTI INGLES- 29 Sept 2020.pdf

Teatrón is THE spot on a Saturday in Bogotá and you can hang around in the central courtyard area and people watch (until that too becomes an open air dance floor as the night progresses).