Visited Cartagena for 10 days. Enjoyable experience. Scene is improved. Pricing fair.
Spent $51/day. Best part: ease of arranging.
Overall: 8/10. Exceeded expectations.
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Cartagena transportation guide
Started by JerseyJim · 7 Mar 2026 · 1424 views
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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9 Mar 2026 at 22:02
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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11 Mar 2026 at 06:35
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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12 Mar 2026 at 08:34
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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13 Mar 2026 at 17:23
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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14 Mar 2026 at 13:18
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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14 Mar 2026 at 15:56
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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15 Mar 2026 at 19:52
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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17 Mar 2026 at 07:05
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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18 Mar 2026 at 22:02
How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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19 Mar 2026 at 00:02
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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21 Mar 2026 at 18:41
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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23 Mar 2026 at 01:01
Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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