Barranquilla: Lodging & Agency Info?

[John O]

Well, I'm back in the saddle again after a rest. None of my Caleña ladies worked out, and Latin Connections went under, so I decided to try the correspondence route again. Now I'm off to visit a few of my new friends in Barranquilla, a city I've never visited. I only have the week before Labor Day.

Please let me know about places to stay: moderately priced, secure and centrally located, if possible.

Also, what are the good agencies in Bqlla., who runs them, & what do they cost?

Also, what are the better agencies in Cartagena?

Thanks so much! I promise a trip report.

Suerte... John O.

[Rico]

... in response to Barranquilla: Lodging & Agency Info?, posted by John O on Aug 12, 2001

Hola John,
In B/quilla you might check out Hotel Country Norte, near Superlay shopping center and casa de cambio, about 35 dollars a night; has outdoor pool, mini bar, breakfast
included.
Address; Cra. 52 No. 75-30
Tel 011 575 358 7980 (7981 (8314)

Hotel Sorento, About 30 dollars a night
Cra. No. 72-20
Tel 011 575 358 7797

Agencies
www.classycolombianladies.com
www.ilovelatins.com

Have been to BAQ 3 times. I can give you other tips if you decide to go there.
Good luck, RM

[Wasp]

... in response to Re: Barranquilla: Lodging & Agency I..., posted by Rico on Aug 13, 2001

Rico,

Fire away with whatever tips you have.
I'm also seriously considering BQ.

[Rico]

... in response to Re: Re: Barranquilla: Lodging & Agen..., posted by Wasp on Aug 13, 2001

In BAQ as you finish with customs, you will be walking along the glass wall where people are waiting,take a right and walk toward the glass cubical, about 100 feet for a ticket to ride to your hotel, with an airport taxi. It will have the price in pesos and dollar. This will assure you a price and the taxi will be from the airport. You pay the driver when you arrive at the hotel the ticket price. In March the price to Hotel Country Northe was 12500 pesos or about 6 dollars. Many young kids will want to help you with your luggage for a fee.
There is not too many interesting sites in BAQ. Consider going to Cartagena and Santa Marta. By bus is very reasonable. Recomend, travel only in the day time to be on the safe side.
About 5000 pesos one way for bus fare. Usually the Buses have Air,Tv toilet, and refreshments.More room than a greyhound.  
Any questions, let me know.
Good luck,
Rico