Is COLOMBIA Safe - Moving To Medellin Update

[@Karl__Pierre]

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[@lorenzbeaumacc1175]

OK I definitely will.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We were just in Medellin last week and it definitely felt safe. We stayed in El Poblado, but also explored other areas of the city and had a fabulous time.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Agreed. If you do normal things you have normal experiences

[@LoveandLightHK]

If you don't go on dating apps, do drugs or eff off with local working girls, you should be ok.

[@lorenzbeaumacc1175]

@@LoveandLightHK what u mean?

[@John-hh5kx]

😢they hit you with burundanga which renders you unconcious so they ca rob you blind

[@RaySmith79]

Its the type of tourism. Sex and drug tourism is damgerous. Cultural tourism is safe.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Indeed

[@mrxiong2567]

Most single men traveling abroad and to Colombia for the first time are for sex tourism... particularly... parque lleras

[@yvsb0920]

Exacto, es peligroso en cualquier parte del mundo

[@lorenzbeaumacc1175]

What you mean by cultural tourism ? U talk about tourists travelling by bus all over the country being led by a local tour guide or something ?

[@lorenzbeaumacc1175]

​@@Karl__Pierre u haitian descent bro?

[@andreaslingue1918]

Ciao come stai? Came back to Colombia? I haven't seen your videos in a while. Your description is very accurate to what I am experiencing in Medellín and the outskirts of the Oriente Antioqueño: Rionegro, llano grande, el Retiro, la ceja (the best places so far)

[@Karl__Pierre]

Hey, I rotate content and the KZbin algorithm doesn't share all content with everyone they try to serve the viewer what they think they are most likely to watch.

[@shabadime10]

Very well said. You should teach classes on how to date & stay safe in Colombia 🇨🇴

[@Karl__Pierre]

Haha maybe I will. How to find a Colombiana

[@johnmguzman7491]

​@@Karl__Pierre sounds great!

[@allencallahan1478]

Very thoughtful commentary and humane, balanced advice. Many thanks!

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks for watching!

[@AlinaMcleod]

You are the one living there so I respect your opinion, but as a solo female traveller and from all the friends I know who have travelled there, Colombia is far from what I would call ‘safe’. I was almost mugged in broad daylight in Santa Marta in the craziest situation, my friend was robbed in Medellin even though she was with a big group of local friends, people from a hostel I stayed at in Medellin were sexually assaulted and a guy at another hostel in Poblado was stabbed for not handing over his phone. Literally all that happened in the span of 1 month and those are the few stories I heard about. I’m sure there were many more. Sure the stories where people are actually getting murdered are usually to do with tinder and drugs but absolutely traumatising things are happening to regular tourists doing normal things. I have travelled to almost 50 countries and Colombia is in the top 3 where I felt the most unsafe. I hope things improve but I think people have to truly understand the risk they’re taking when they go there. I thought I did before going but was quickly proven wrong.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Hi Alina, I agree with you that once in Colombia, safety measures must be exercised, particularly in tourist towns as obvious tourist are targeted. As I mentioned 1 cell phone is 3-6 months wages, and every tourist has the latest iPhone or Android. It's the easy target. One thing that greatly skews my personal opinion on safety is being raised in Harlem, then Jamaica Queens in the Crack Era. So certain things I would consider common sense when in a pocket of poverty in a dense city others just don't think about. For example getting stabbed over a phone. In a city where cocaine is cheaper than cigarettes I'm giving up the phone. Infact I have a backup lessor phone that I usually have on me to give up. I call it tax. There's no way I'm risking my life for a phone especially when the theif is hopped up on coke. No way. Overall I'd recommend people to visit, not look like a mark, and probably stay out of the typical tourist traps. Colombia isn't Denmark ots more like NYC in the early 90s, a place people would tell you is fun but be careful where you go what you carry and be ready for some action. Sorry you had a negative experience, I don't wish that on anyone

[@michaelgardiner520]

I met a Colombia woman on line , we met in March last year at the airport for 2 hours , we’ve messaged and FaceTime every day for over a year now , I went to Bogota in February this year and we had a wonderful time together,, she is coming to England on holiday later in the year , we get on like an old married couple lol

[@Karl__Pierre]

Awesome. Be careful out there

[@kinglocs83]

congrats..so what is the process she need to do exactly for her to come to your country..i know a passport is one of them

[@seansean7653]

She will set u up for something.

[@BanditsandBusiness]

I am in Medellin as I type this (been here for about 1 month from Panama). I really like this city so far. Your description of Tou Ger Xiong was NOT flattering, but it's the probably the most honest I've heard so far. Nobody has said anything about Xiong's Spanish fluency. I really wonder about that. Simply speaking Spanish can help you a lot when dating. As a rule of thumb if you need a translator to talk to a girl she cannot possibly like you that much. Too many men who come to Medellin are on "Demon Time" and they get themselves into trouble.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Indeed. I don't mean to insult the dead just saying what I see. You have to know where you stand

[@wadek798]

I agree 100%. Spanish is important. I also live in Panama and have been to Medellin, and other parts of Colombia more times than I can count!

[@TheEddieToro]

Karl thanks for shedding a lot of light on this. Medellin and Colombia are getting a bad rap from the media because that's what sells. Lots of dudes from the States and other foreign countries are doing the wrong thang there and in a very careless way. I love my Colombia as I'm a Colombian-American. I have lived there in the Medellin metro area and Oriente Antioqueno for 25 years of my life. The bottom line is NO DAR PAPAYA as Paisas say in Colombia. I have avoided all that crime stuff by just not flashing or flaunting expensive things in public.

[@CitadelDevGroup]

My wife , daughter and I are planning a trip to Medellin next week. we want to visit tourist areas, then head south 4 hours to visit friends. are there any extra precautions we should prepare for?

[@francoalejandro1620]

Tengan bastante cuidado con las estafas, y aún más con lo que vayan a comprar , siempre revisen que los precios sea acordes

[@Karl__Pierre]

Hi there, did you go on your trip? How did it turn out for you?

[@gif24gt60]

Which did u prefer to live colombia or brazil?

[@Karl__Pierre]

Both have their pros and cons. Colombia offers vibrant cities like Medellín and Bogotá, rich culture, and friendly people. Brazil, on the other hand, boasts incredible diversity, stunning landscapes, and lively cities like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. It really depends on what you’re looking for in a place to live. Both countries have their own distinct lifestyles and experiences to offer.

[@TheArtofWill082]

They did get the money, but they still deleted him out of spite based on his COD.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Damn that's crazy

[@wadek798]

​@@Karl__PierreVery

[@leom6165]

it is the venezuelan style

[@Darrylbpoagent]

Appreciate your videos. Very balanced.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks for watching!

[@mrsmith188]

I just attempted to email you. The email came back, email address not found.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Which address?

[@israeldrl]

As long as your intentions are good and you are cautious, Medellín is a great city to be in. I was only able to spend a week there but I fell in love, and if I could move there, I would without a doubt!

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks for the tips!

[@rhenderson9862]

June 16, 2024 Having resided in Medellin for three years, the last year seems to have seen a spike in crime. While sitting at Suramerica Metro, having a tinto. Street guy approaches begging for a cigarette...refused. Street guy wants to swap a pair of scissors (10,000cop?)...i refuse, he grabs my umbrella, threatens me with the shears. I recover the umbrella, start walking stairs into metro station...street guy attempts to kick my feet from under me. Bystanders have called the police. Street guy exits the scene...police arrive, 15 minutes later. Cruise the area...nothing. One week later having another tinto, different location...street guy is now paying for his own tinto AND cigarette. See's me...departs. Police can't seem to locate this guy...same neighborhood. Funny...peculair...paranoia?

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks for reposting

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

What is bureaucracy in Colombia like and how does it compare to the US?

[@Karl__Pierre]

It's pretty bad. They are always looking tell you know, or add extra steps. When notarizing documents you also have to finger print. It's annoying compared to the USA

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

@@Karl__Pierre Sad to hear, that's annoying....

[@mune10000]

Excellent assessment. The general rule of thumb is "NO DAR PAPAYA". or "Do not be flashing your wealth" but that applies to any city in the world. Be simple, be humble and you'll never have any security issues over in beautiful Medellin.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Agreed, thanks for watching.

[@samf5321]

Why did you leave Cabo Frio?

[@Karl__Pierre]

I didn't leave...I think viewers are confused about my living arrangements. I recently released a video explaining it I recommend giving it a watch

[@VincentBruce-n5f]

If I’m interested in moving there and gaining employment there could you help me or point me in the right direction? I’m African American as well

[@Karl__Pierre]

Yea email [e-mail]

[@HILEYWOODTV]

Solid video. Simple common sense along with proper precautions.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SPECIALTRADER1]

Excellent commentary. 👍🏿

[@Karl__Pierre]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@HectorPryorYT]

Keeping it real 💯

[@AdamEgret]

Solid advice.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks

[@jmitch2384]

Good break down of the do’s and don’ts. But I think the policing can be a lot more diligent in pursuing these criminals. Foreigners need to realize you have no protection, so move accordingly. Great video sir 🫡

[@Karl__Pierre]

Yeah the police don't police you need to navigate on your own even when building a case they are asking you to investigate and take your findings to the DAs office it's pretty funny

[@GISamurai]

My friendly advise is drink Gatorade before going to these types of places; don't be thirsty for the poon. Keep the blood in your brain and not in the main vein.

[@vivahernando1]

At least Powerade

[@Karl__Pierre]

Good points

[@ahmadl249]

What about coffee

[@margaritalikethedrink1041]

That guy who was Kudnapped could not look more like he was there for sex tourism if he tried - but really good message for arrogant tourists

[@margaritalikethedrink1041]

*Tourists who are arrogant or just don't know the risks

[@Karl__Pierre]

Yup

[@leom6165]

Being american in medellin for locals, means drugsaddict,pedophile,psyco being an smart ass in Colombia doesnt work

[@junior_treyohfive]

I saw another story where they said the man had his brother send 2-3k, but he was on his way home and it took him a while but supposedly he DID send the money and they still killed him. The chick that said him what was a chick that he would hang out with often when he was there in Columbia He had a lot of videos out with her but on the last day out you could tell she was dodging the camera

[@hhh1200]

Probably for a family to a certain extent but single guys it's robbery, going to sleep for 48 hours with all your stuff gone and deletion. People will long play for a months before something happens. Go at your own risk.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Rough on the long play.

[@wadek798]

Yes, it's reported that he'd visited her before, and had been communicating with her for almost a year, and she still set him up

[@RCFifty1]

From what I read. It was with a long term girl friend and not for sex tourism. But points are valid but in the Hmong man’s case it would have been difficult to notice anything dangerous.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks for sharing

[@mrsmith188]

You shouldn't advertise fake email addresses 15:28

[@Karl__Pierre]

uhhhhh....ok

[@anaanastasoglou9498]

You had hit the nail ! Being colombian myself i can tell you that even colombians specially those that live abroad a life time like me can be screw pretty bad when going to colombia. I only go to colombia once every 100 years ! only because i own some real state there. So i decided to go years ago and take my greek husband to supposedly show him my country. ( big mistake) they clonned our credit card and used it up to the limit for the tune of $25,000 USD!!! dont bother going there there are many other countries that are more beautiful and safe. In colombian they will cheat you, over charged you for everything and take advantage of you at every turn. My country is an embarrassment. This is not the way to promote tourism and project a positive image of colombia. On the other hand i will be relocating permanently to Italy next year & live from my real state passive income in california.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Interesting take, sorry you had that experience.

[@RedScareClair]

Spot on. The passport bros have been panicking because they know exactly what they are doing. Last time we went to Colombia we brought our 2 year one and not once did we feel unsafe. The neighbors were friendly. I dentist the family uses gave me a second opinion on some dental work and I got a 4 dollar x-ray. It was great. These guys are going down there trying to look flashy because they can't afford that lifestyle in the US. But you would never go into a rough neighborhood looking flashy in the US so why would you do it in a foreign country?

[@Karl__Pierre]

Yes, thanks for sharing

[@kevinstrong7520]

Same guy who told us to invest in Italy. Now it's Columbia

[@mellewis4295]

I heard they band the girls from working in the park in provenza

[@Karl__Pierre]

Idk haven't been looking

[@snoozeberriez]

Sex tourism is sleazy. If you go to a poorer Country for the purpose of sex because you struggle to find it in your own Country. You should rethink your choices in life. Colombia is alot safer than it has been in the past. Although robberies still happen. You can avoid alot of bad situations by just using your head. Think with the head on your shoulders. Not the one between your legs.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Generally, good advice.

[@ladyofwinterfel8143]

How is it travelling there as a woman alone? Would it be safe? Or do they target single women and rob them?

[@Karl__Pierre]

As a single woman I think you're fine. just don't be flashy

[@colombianspanish]

I teach Spanish 👍🏻🤓🇨🇴

[@Karl__Pierre]

Awesome share your link

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

From what I remember Colombia is very safe. I was there twice. Then again I travel for cultural reasons only and bird watching/hiking etcetera.

[@ezangakombo3720]

Very safe? Are joking right?

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@ezangakombo3720 Why wouldn't it be safe? Colombia is a very Civilized country. I've been there twice. It's way safer than the US. Can you tell me any reason why Colombia wouldn't be safe? How come I always found it very safe??? Obviously it's safe.

[@ezangakombo3720]

@@Mongoose-ct6us I like your sense of humour but unfortunately some people will think you are serious.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@ezangakombo3720 I am very serious. I don't have a sense of humor. Colombia is an extremely safe country. You sound like you've never even been to Colombia. I was there twice and I've never felt safer.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@ezangakombo3720 You're an idiot if you actually think Colombia is dangerous.

[@lorenzbeaumacc1175]

People !moral to the story is :" avoid problems at all cost".

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks for watching!

[@JG638]

Get your facts straight bro. He dated that girl for MONTHS before he was killed

[@Karl__Pierre]

And what difference does that make?

[@JG638]

@@Karl__Pierre gotta get the story right my man. He wasn’t just out there paying for hoes .. dude was in a RELATIONSHIP for months before she decided to set him up. So how is that “sex tourism” if he’s in a relationship? Big difference

[@Karl__Pierre]

@JG638 there's a lot of dudes who are in relationships with hoes. This isn't a simple case of a foreigner dating a civilian and got set up because one day she woke up and decide I'm going to get my boyfriend robbed. I don't know how well you know the culture and if you have spent time down in Colombia but it's common knowledge that sex workers and criminal organizations are targeting foreigners on dating apps. The women pictured are CLEARLY out of his league and it's obvious (if you know the culture) those are sex workers/prepagos. With that the probability of this happening increases. This was never a genuine relationship and both parties knew it.

[@JG638]

@@Karl__Pierre Clearly out of his league? Haha. Stop it. You can say that with just about every man in Columbia who’s out with a beautiful woman. Tou is a friend of mine. I know him personally you don’t. He was a leader in his community, very intelligent and a fun guy to be around. Those women in the pics were friends of the girlfriend who set him up. Tou wasn’t about sex tourism man he was into relationships. Not every man who goes to Medellin goes out there just looking for girls to fuck and yes I’ve been there PLENTY of times. Stop slandering my friends name. RIP Tou 🙏

[@Karl__Pierre]

@JG638 bro if that was your friend you should have told him but clearly you can't believe it or see it. It's sad he lost his life. Where did he meet her, did she come from a good background....what's her education level, why do her friends also look like the typical worker. All these are the sort of things I would question with one of my friends if they introduced me to this girl as their girlfiend. MONTHS dating this girl? Come on man, I know I sound insensitive but you gotta wake up dude or you might get got the same way

[@Bigcity_88]

I met my colombian GF, online. I went to colombia DOLO. Just gotta move smart

[@Karl__Pierre]

Godspeed

[@wadek798]

I don't think he was a sex tourists. Yes, he met her on tinder, but he thought he was actually dating this girl. Theyd been talking for months. I would not just make a person a sex tourist, tho he may have been. Seems he thought he was in a relationship. All I can say is everyone needs to take precautions. It's actually not specifically Americans, its western men period. They robbed a photographer there on business doing a photoshoot recently. They drugged his food in the restaurant, and stole all his things. Again, it's not only Americans, it's men in general from all over the west. No tourists are safe there, no matter who they are. But, i can certainly agree to stay off those sites, move as low-key as possible, don't do things to bring attention to yourself. And knowing some of the language helps tremendously. Great video as usual.

[@Karl__Pierre]

I can't say with 100% certainty nor do I want to shame the guy, just calling it as I see it. Again what it all boils down to is that criminals will target whoever they think they can get over on and are the ones to blame. All a person can do is try to reduce the risk.

[@wadek798]

True

[@CurtisJackson-h1r]

Man tell Colombia to make it illegal for sex tourism and some guys are meeting regular girls getting drug stop blaming the men when it’s legal that is Colombia problem to get there people in order and wake up to there non sense there doing to tourist and they own people

[@Karl__Pierre]

Law enforcement is not good at all, so best to just move accordingly

[@cc-92]

Yep typical victim blaming

[@Karl__Pierre]

@cc-92 I will blame victims for sure. You are responsible for your actions, where you go and the activities you participate in, if those activities increase the likelihood of a negative outcome you are certainly implicit in that even as a victim. Cmon now

[@acdsfjhu]

​​@@Karl__PierreThose same legal activities are participated in countrys like thailand and we are not seeing any of this type of crime. And the poverty is on par or even worse over there. The key difference is the rule of law and the culture.

[@allehman8660]

It is certainly not the place to go anymore.. it had its run for about 7 years but its back to being dangerous.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Shame

[@bhutchin1996]

NO DAR PAPAYA, a very common saying in Colombia.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ZZ-el7we]

great content. guys are going out there giving girls $100-300 for their time, not knowing they just paid someones entire months salary. i like to use the 1/3 rule anything i get in the states should cost 1/3 to 1/4 in 75% of south america

[@Karl__Pierre]

Generally the rule a beer at a restaurant will run about 3 usd

[@carlosl2142]

ANOTHER video asking if Colombia is safe? When are they going to talk about something different? And why are solo female travellers and men travelling with their partners always safe and solo male travellers are always in trouble?

[@Karl__Pierre]

I think it's quite obvious, it's a frequently asked question and common talking point in media. Video answers those very questions

[@Gus5515]

I go every 6 weeks to cali, never felt unsafe, but im not there for sex

[@Karl__Pierre]

Awesome

[@wadek798]

Cali, my favorite

[@troysimon9566]

i am not a fan of lookig off camera, just keep it simple and look directly into the camera.

[@Karl__Pierre]

Easier said than done

[@danhilarious1395]

I hate to judge but traveling for sex and dying gotta be the weakest stuff I’ve ever seen lol but hey live ya life fellas you only get 1

[@Karl__Pierre]

@danhilarious1395 it's to for lmao 🤣 I can think of worst ways to go while travel.

[@wznzgq1354]

what about cartels and kidnappings?

[@Karl__Pierre]

@wznzgq1354 don't get involved in the drug industry and you're fine. Are you planning on competing with the cartels to make a living?

[@wznzgq1354]

@@Karl__Pierre lol no, would it be safe for crypto-nomad type of guy?

[@Karl__Pierre]

@wznzgq1354 yes I would suggest you come for a visit and see. I'm here right now filming. If you live in poblado, envigado, Laureles, Rio negro, sabaneta you'll be fine. If you like it warm Cartagena

[@wznzgq1354]

@@Karl__Pierre thanks!

[@josecaballero7977]

Is COLOMBIA Safe no

[@Karl__Pierre]

Moderately dangerous