[PeruLover12]

(10-22-2015 11:18 AM)Baobab Wrote:  

I dont have time to write about everything, but I can tell you about prices, since this is the topic. a decent hotel - 1-2 dollars. Sushi in a mall - 2 dollars. Simple lunch - 0.8 dollars. taxi ride - 0.5 dollars. Furnished apartment with Wifi in Merida- 1 dollar per day. bus traveling - around 0.5 dollars for 3 hour trip. a flight - 7-10 dollars, but not easy to get. If you want something specific, ask me. I will go there again in 2 months I think.

A decent hotel $1-$2?!

Apartment with wifi $1?!

Am I missing something here? Is that USD?

Confused.

[HectorLavoe]

Those prices are the equivalent USD in Bolivares. To see up to date rates download the "dollartoday" app. I am living in Maracaibo right now but have been to Merida, Ojeda, Cabimas and Chichiriviche. I will drop a data sheet when I have some time. For those considering coming to Venezuela please be aware that there is a big election coming up in December, I am told that it is going to get pretty out of control here (riots/Protests). Other than that It isn't really that dangerous if you take the regular precautions.

[captain_shane]

Woah! Maybe this guy's right about the cheap prices.

Venezuelan Central Bank sues dollartoday app.

Quote:

Venezuela's Central Bank has filed a lawsuit at a court in Delaware against the US-based website DolarToday .
It accuses the website of cyberterrorism and says its managers are sowing economic chaos in Venezuela.
The Central Bank requested both an injunction and damages, accusing the site's managers of fanning inflation in the country.
DolarToday tracks the black market value of the Venezuelan currency, the bolivar.
It publishes a rate in Venezuelan bolivars for the US dollar, which is far higher than the official one.
On Friday it quoted the dollar at 820 bolivars, which is 130 times higher than Venezuela's strongest official rate of 6.3 bolivars and four times the government's weakest rate of 200.
Venezuela uses a three-tier system to subsidise key imports with advantageous exchange rates.
DolarToday says it calculates its rate based on trades on Venezuela's border with Colombia.
President Nicolas Maduro has in the past accused the website of being part of an international capitalist conspiracy against his socialist government.
Critics say currency controls and widespread government intervention in Venezuela's economy have caused shortages of goods and shrinking GDP.

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-34623225

[Onto]

(10-22-2015 03:48 PM)chochemonger1 Wrote:  

(10-22-2015 01:45 PM)getdownonit Wrote:  

^ Then the least you could do is drop some data on the situation in Venezuela, or some location specifics. We know it's dirt cheap when you have dollars, that's been established.

This post and thread seem like a feminist troll attempt to see how many men will risk their life and being kidnapped or robbed for a chance at some slightly more exotic women.

I don't see any benefit in going to Venezuela over Colombia. If you have enough money to fly there from wherever you are then you can afford Colombia

And statistics show also that they are fatter. Whoever claims Venezuelan women are easier or hotter than Colombian, lives in an alternate universe.

I don't know Choche, Monica Spear (rip) is pretty much my ideal look in a woman.

[chochemonger1]

(10-24-2015 11:19 AM)Onto Wrote:  

(10-22-2015 03:48 PM)chochemonger1 Wrote:  

(10-22-2015 01:45 PM)getdownonit Wrote:  

^ Then the least you could do is drop some data on the situation in Venezuela, or some location specifics. We know it's dirt cheap when you have dollars, that's been established.

This post and thread seem like a feminist troll attempt to see how many men will risk their life and being kidnapped or robbed for a chance at some slightly more exotic women.

I don't see any benefit in going to Venezuela over Colombia. If you have enough money to fly there from wherever you are then you can afford Colombia

And statistics show also that they are fatter. Whoever claims Venezuelan women are easier or hotter than Colombian, lives in an alternate universe.

I don't know Choche, Monica Spear (rip) is pretty much my ideal look in a woman.

Yes she is top Venezuelan quality, which is no different than top Colombian quality. My only argument is that there are more young 7s to bang in Colombia, without all the baggage that comes with being in Venezuela.

[Baobab]

yes, this is the price in dollars. Venezuela uses bolivares, so multiply that by 700.

[Dantes]

(10-22-2015 11:18 AM)Baobab Wrote:  

I dont have time to write about everything, but I can tell you about prices, since this is the topic. a decent hotel - 1-2 dollars. Sushi in a mall - 2 dollars. Simple lunch - 0.8 dollars. taxi ride - 0.5 dollars. Furnished apartment with Wifi in Merida- 1 dollar per day. bus traveling - around 0.5 dollars for 3 hour trip. a flight - 7-10 dollars, but not easy to get. If you want something specific, ask me. I will go there again in 2 months I think.

You have 14 posts. You probably have spent a considerable more amount of time lurking than it would take you to drop a datasheet. If you want to contribute to this community, provide quality information. This could be your start.

[elcidcampeador]

I would like to mention that I had a friend robbed walking between the domestic and international terminals at the airport, so there is a bit of a risk.

The risk comes from needing to carry large quantities of cash to enjoy the 800-1 exchange rate, so you're an obvious target as a traveler. If you use the ATM the rate is something crazy like 8 to 1.

The elections in December may make a bit of a difference, but it's unlikely to do much according to my Venezuelan friends.

The conversions are probably accurate. Take the Intercontinental Caracas, which prices at a rate of 21,000 Bolivars. Thats $27 if you are using the black market rate of 800-1.

[Belgrano]

(10-25-2015 06:36 PM)elcidcampeador Wrote:  

I had a friend robbed walking between the domestic and international terminals at the airport

List of countries I wanna go to:
...
Colombia
Venezuela
Brazil
...

[chochemonger1]

(10-25-2015 08:33 PM)Celtic_Austrian Wrote:  

(10-25-2015 06:36 PM)elcidcampeador Wrote:  

I had a friend robbed walking between the domestic and international terminals at the airport

List of countries I wanna go to:
...
Colombia
Venezuela
Brazil
...

If only Brazil provided 18 to 22 yr. olds on the regular now...nothing in the Americas would be better. They are still loving and caring.
I am trying, but those younger ones..don't come as easy as Colombia.

[PainPositive]

Do we have any guys who have been recently? A friend and I are going to try and spend a few weeks in VN this winter so I have a few questions.

1 .What would you say the safest city is? Is there a place where in VN where two gringos could go, take advantage of the currency problem, go out to bars, game a bit, and rent a nice pad without worry reasonable chance of being robbed or kidnapped?

2. Would renting an baller apartment paint a target on our backs?

3. Could you spend a month there without drawing too much attention.

Thanks,
PP

[The Jackal]

(11-03-2015 03:38 AM)PainPositive Wrote:  

Do we have any guys who have been recently? A friend and I are going to try and spend a few weeks in VN this winter so I have a few questions.

1 .What would you say the safest city is? Is there a place where in VN where two gringos could go, take advantage of the currency problem, go out to bars, game a bit, and rent a nice pad without worry reasonable chance of being robbed or kidnapped?

2. Would renting an baller apartment paint a target on our backs?

3. Could you spend a month there without drawing too much attention.

Thanks,
PP

I'm a local in Caracas, and like any other venezuelan I can tell you that safe cities do not exist, however I would tell you to go to Ciudad de Coro or maybe Barquisimeto that's as safe as it gets, you can do magic here with dollars and the bar/club scene is good, the "black market" is always willing to buy, cash or bank transference; remember the word "lechuga" (lettuce) that's the code word for dollars.

Now the general rule for your safety is to be cautious EVERY TIME especially when going out at night, be careful with anyone who looks at you strange even 12 year olds might try to rob you with a gun in the street, also telling everybody you're a gringo and new in town is not a good idea.

The baller apartment ain't such a good idea either, people coming out of high end property are usually targets for criminals and must take extra precaution (armored cars or bodyguards) if I was you would go for something well equiped but definitely discreet and this way, you could spend a month or more without worrying too much.

If you come here just make sure you rent a car, public transportation is utter shit.

[Tiguere]

What about Isla Margarita? Is it safe?

[Baobab]

(11-03-2015 03:38 AM)PainPositive Wrote:  

Do we have any guys who have been recently? A friend and I are going to try and spend a few weeks in VN this winter so I have a few questions.

1 .What would you say the safest city is? Is there a place where in VN where two gringos could go, take advantage of the currency problem, go out to bars, game a bit, and rent a nice pad without worry reasonable chance of being robbed or kidnapped?

2. Would renting an baller apartment paint a target on our backs?

3. Could you spend a month there without drawing too much attention.

Thanks,
PP

Merida, for sure. Probably the safest city in Venezuela. A friend of mine offered me to rent an apartment for 1 dollar per day. Furnished, with Wifi. You heard it right, 1 dollar per day.

[The Jackal]

(11-04-2015 04:10 PM)MasculineProfiles Wrote:  

What about Isla Margarita? Is it safe?

It's a good choice, in holidays police tightens security all around.

[WestIndianArchie]

So custom suited down is a no?

WIA

[Tiguere]

(11-11-2015 05:55 PM)The Jackal Wrote:  

(11-04-2015 04:10 PM)MasculineProfiles Wrote:  

What about Isla Margarita? Is it safe?

It's a good choice, in holidays police tightens security all around.

Good to know. The best times to visit would be July/ August or December/ Jan?

Others have said Merida is safe (chick I know from Venezuela did too). Is this true?Could you bus/taxi from Cucuta to Merida safely?

Thanks.

[Tully Mars]

(01-10-2016 03:40 PM)MasculineProfiles Wrote:  

(11-11-2015 05:55 PM)The Jackal Wrote:  

(11-04-2015 04:10 PM)MasculineProfiles Wrote:  

What about Isla Margarita? Is it safe?

It's a good choice, in holidays police tightens security all around.

Good to know. The best times to visit would be July/ August or December/ Jan?

Others have said Merida is safe (chick I know from Venezuela did too). Is this true?Could you bus/taxi from Cucuta to Merida safely?

Thanks.

Did that trip 2 years ago with a fellow forum member.....hired a driver from Cucuta to Merida....interesting trip but I would not do it again.....was hassled a bit at Army checkpoints, basically poor soldiers looking for money and trying to scare us......Was not that impressed with Merida.....people were cold, and seemed depressed due to economy.

Girls were not even close to the talent you find in Colombia.....We did enjoy some of the outdoor activities as Merida is an adventure town/college town......but we were both ready to get back to Cucuta......and Cucuta is a shit hole......but way more attractive friendly girls and better nightlife in Cucuta compared to Merida......

[Shimmy]

How much does it cost to hire armed guards there to drive you around?

[Freddy_1]

Jackal do you have a hookup for to the black market over there or do you know a way?..some of the stories I've heard about the black market exchange rate seem crazy...I'm thinking of hitting Caracas this yr but only if I can get that black market exchange rate.

[Cattle Rustler]

What stories have you heard? You have my curiosity...

[Freddy_1]

Reading stuff like this...

http://mobile.reuters.com/article/idUSKBN0OK1CW20150604

"The giveaway prices in Venezuela for foreigners are a recent phenomenon: the black market price of a U.S. dollar has shot up nearly six-fold from 70 bolivars to over 400 in the last year."

Other places I have read you can get up to 800 Boliviars.

[Off The Reservation]

been and wont go back

[Merenguero]

(01-10-2016 08:06 PM)offthereservation Wrote:  

been and wont go back

I think I know the answer to this, but were the girls there's attitudes worse than in Colombia and were they slightly worse lookswise than in Colombia? If so, as I've said before, what's the point? You can get all the girls you want in Colombia and Costa Rica.

[Shimmy]

From what I've read the safest and most valuable place to exchange money is on the border in Colombia. Is this true? DolarToday.com says the exchange right now is 838 vef to 1 usd.