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Solo travel in Cartagena — tips and warnings

Started by NewcastleNick · 7 Mar 2026 · 1592 views

NewcastleNick member
#1
7 Mar 2026 at 03:09
Has anyone been to Cartagena recently? Looking for the latest intel.

Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- New venues worth checking out

I was there a while back and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.

Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.

Cheers

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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SeattleSam member
#2
8 Mar 2026 at 07:09
Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.
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SeattleSam member
#3
8 Mar 2026 at 23:09
Been there 5 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.
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MelbourneMarc member
#4
10 Mar 2026 at 06:09
I was there in last month and prices were about average. Spent about $120/day all-in.

My tip: avoid weekends.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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PerthPete member
#5
11 Mar 2026 at 20:09
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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DallasDon member
#6
13 Mar 2026 at 09:09
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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PattayaDave member
#7
13 Mar 2026 at 18:09
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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BangkokVet member
#8
14 Mar 2026 at 03:09
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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DetroitDan member
#9
14 Mar 2026 at 12:09
First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.

Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited

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BerlinBound member
#10
16 Mar 2026 at 12:09
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound

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PhillyFred member
#11
17 Mar 2026 at 09:09
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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MelbourneMarc member
#12
17 Mar 2026 at 21:09
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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EuroExplorer member
#13
18 Mar 2026 at 03:09
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

Euro Explorer — Boston, MA

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FKKNovice member
#14
18 Mar 2026 at 06:09
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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BangkokVet member
#15
20 Mar 2026 at 05:09
Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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BuffaloBill member
#16
21 Mar 2026 at 00:09
Been there 5 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The value for money is what keeps me coming back.

Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY

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BerlinBound member
#17
21 Mar 2026 at 05:09
This matches my experience. Cartagena is worth the trip.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound

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CalgaryKevin member
#18
23 Mar 2026 at 01:09
Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.

Calgary Kevin — Calgary, Canada

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SacramentoSal member
#19
24 Mar 2026 at 18:09
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.

Sacramento Sal — Sacramento, CA

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PortlandPaul member
#20
25 Mar 2026 at 01:09
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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