Current pricing for General Information:
Short Time: Budget $21-64, Mid $90-171, Premium $257+
Long Time/Overnight: $163-360
Massage with extras: $45-133
These are approximate ranges as of early 2026. Prices vary by area, provider quality, and negotiation. Online bookings are generally cheaper than walk-ins.
Tipping is expected — 10-20% is standard.
Best value: building a regular arrangement.
Colombia food and accommodation on a budget
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23 Mar 2026 at 01:47
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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23 Mar 2026 at 14:47
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:47
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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25 Mar 2026 at 13:47
This matches my experience. General Information is great value for money.
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25 Mar 2026 at 17:46
Also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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First time was good but could have been better. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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25 Mar 2026 at 18:47
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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25 Mar 2026 at 22:46
This matches my experience. General Information is worth the trip.
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26 Mar 2026 at 03:46
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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26 Mar 2026 at 06:46
Did you use freelancers or find girls at bars?
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:46
Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 19:46
Quick question — how was the transport?
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26 Mar 2026 at 19:46
Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The value for money is what keeps me coming back.
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26 Mar 2026 at 22:47
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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28 Mar 2026 at 01:46
Been there 8 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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28 Mar 2026 at 03:46
Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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