Returned from 10 days in Cartagena.
Accommodation:
Serviced apartment near the action. $63/night.
Scene:
Improved recently. Negotiation possible.
Highlights:
Great provider on day 3.
Overall: 8.5/10 - Would return.
Happy to answer questions.
Cartagena — just got back, quick review
Started by KiwiKen · 6 Mar 2026 · 2386 views
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6 Mar 2026 at 14:47
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7 Mar 2026 at 10:22
This matches my experience. Cartagena is great value.
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9 Mar 2026 at 05:40
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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10 Mar 2026 at 08:21
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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12 Mar 2026 at 00:05
Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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12 Mar 2026 at 10:10
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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12 Mar 2026 at 16:13
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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13 Mar 2026 at 10:58
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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13 Mar 2026 at 20:51
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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15 Mar 2026 at 03:14
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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17 Mar 2026 at 02:01
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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21 Mar 2026 at 08:11
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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