Medellin - The bad Things

[@terminald8973]

Good video big bro I love the detailed observations

[@Jamminn555]

Really appreciate the practical info, Carlton. Great presentation, man. Thanks for posting.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

You are welcome. I try to provide good useful information. I do not have a lot of fancy music and editing and a lot of conversation about women.

[@alexalbertorendonperez264]

The municipal administration aims to turn Medellin into the first city in Latin America with electric mobility by 2025. for the next year the renewal of all electric and natural gas buses begins. Today, the public service is providing about 100 cars of this new generation. The second tram and the fourth face of the subway will also be built. The idea is to reduce taxes on new brands that offer private renewal of motorcycles and cars. that is why Tesla is interested in reaching Latin America, starting in Colombia. all this aims to improve the air and transform the city into a more sustainable

[@wadek798]

That is so true about the bathrooms, same in Panama

[@mapleleaf6420]

First time video ,very informative and well put together ,will be watching thanks.

[@vancelopez2035]

This is an amazing job. You have a nice place. Looking forward to get a place in that area

[@wadek798]

I noticed the same thing at the airport, i look up there was the cleaning lady in there with me. Everything youre saying is true. My buddy told me to never stand near the corner

[@joesmoe8983]

I experienced the lady in the bathroom cleaning in France, and in Panama the party bus was decorated with lights and they had a band on the bus playing music, I think it was called a socca bus.

[@abeobregon6570]

Some of those things are called "Colombianadas." It is a way of describing the funny or ridiculous things that randomly occur only in Colombia.

[@alondob]

That bathroom thing is funny. I've only experienced that in Colombia and Vietnam.

[@stevekollen1672]

Just curious. I live in Costa Rica and for the old buses that only have a button by the back door, to let the driver know you want to get off, people used to (haven't ridden a bus for a long time, so not sure about now) just yell "parada" and get up and walk toward the back exit. The driver would know to stop the bus. This is especially good when the aisle is crowded and you can't get to the back exit very fast. Wondering if people do the same thing in Medellin.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Hello Steve Have not heard "parada" here. I travel on the buses pretty often. Must be CR thing. Where do you live in CR? The closest I go the CR was Bocas De Rio in Panama. I have to come visit CR this year and check out the fishing. I was dissapointed with the fishing in Panama.

[@bananapatch9118]

Thx for the video ! My wife and I may retire in Colombia. She is originally from Nicaragua...we speak Spanish. But as far as food, we are Vegan and tey our best to eat a whole foods plant based diet...fruits, veggies, seeds, nuts, and grains. I was just wondering if you see any Vegan restaurants or Vegan food options in restaurants there ? Thanks

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Come on down brother. I love it here so far. Moved in July 2018. One of things I love is the availability of fruits and they are very cheap. I am actually in the process of doing a video on a fruit drink I made every week. I am not a vegan but I know a few in this expat group. There are a few restaurants I heard them discussing. When you come I will hook you up with the expat group. Lot of good people. I do not eat red meat. I also love a lot of fruit and nuts. Fruit are no issue but I think nuts are very expensive here. Not sure why. When friends visit I ask them to buy large bags at Walmart. I love almonds and I know they cost about $3 to $5 more per bag. Not a really big deal but it adds up.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Since you are planning to move here hopefully some of my videos are helpful. I am about to record a new video on the road blocks and police stops. Be prepared mentally. This is not the US. They have road blocks and they can search you. You cannot scream about your rights or amendments. lol. Look for my video next week.

[@jonowens949]

Yes, there are veg and vegan restaurants.

[@jlmiami1]

The banks are pretty busy all the time, street food is pretty greasy, but they also have a lot of nice restaurants.

[@redbeams75]

Great video.. man thanks alot from Chicago..

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@mauriciomaldonado5699]

I will be happy to edit your upcoming book.

[@kwtravels9065]

Good job I was in Medellin last month enjoyed it. I must say all Spanish speaking countries I have been to they drive crazy. There are some things to get used to as in there are always women in the bathroom, not flushing toilet paper, no wash cloths etc. But a major plus are transportation costs are very low compared to anywhere else I've been the taxi cab drivers are reasonable even and uber is cheap. Keep up the good work.

[@csu111]

Same thing happened to me at the airport in Thailand.

[@covington105]

I agree, the food in some places is rich foods. Also, the sweet beverages taste like they use artificial sweeteners. I will not drink the sodas, or most none American drinks. Other thing is if you have guest with you at a restaurant-when you order food, on every occasion for me, they don’t seem to be able to bring all of your party’s food out at the same time. So you or your party is watching you while you eat and they are still waiting to be served. There are some great restaurants in Rionegro. One of my favorites is Mar y Fuego which is in the new mall in Llanogrande. Their food is awesome and their appetizers, excellent. It’s a beautiful mall.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Crazy. Funny you mentioned that food thing about not bringing people the food at the same time. Happened to us twice yesterday. They really do not know any better.

[@jeffersonbroady]

Carlton, Another great video and source of information on Medellin and Colombia in general. Every city has its negatives and Medellin is no exception. I heard a lot of negatives about El Centro and when I went last September it was not bad at all, you have to be aware of your surroundings and exercise common sense as in any big city. Jeff

[@ronnielott7890]

LIKE THE GREAT POSITIVE INFO THAT YOU PUT OUT !!! I AM FROM THE STATES AND WILL BE MOVING THERE IN JANUARY ... ANY GOOD TIPS ON WHERE TO LIVE , NICE NEIGHBORHOOD ... HOW DID YOU FIND YOUR APARTMENT ... REALLY NICE ... I AM LOOKING FOR SOMETHING SIMILAR ... ANYTHING GOOD WOULD BE MUCH APPRECIATED ... LOVE THE POSITIVE VIBES OF YOUR VIDEOS ,👍

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Wzup Ronnie, sorry for the late response. I have been trying to move. Bad time of year to move. Most American like Poblado. I would recommend you stick to Poblado until you learn a lot more about the city. Just do AirBNB for 2 weeks or a month to begin. You need time to settle. I personally do not like Poblado but there is nothing wrong with it. I prefer Laureles but there are a lot of nice and secure neighborhood like Las Americas and Belen. If you saw my prior videos you will know apartment hunting is very tough here until you get to know lot of people. I moved to an AirBNB for a few months, even thought I really do not like AirBNB. This is a friend of a friend. Stick with a nice AirBNB in Poblado for a few months until you settle..

[@manimo4354]

Hi bro is it better to rent a private room with private kitchen and private bathroom in apartment building or in the house all private space also should i get a single bed or queen size please help?

[@CapitanJusticia]

You basically have to pay to use public bathrooms in New York City too since most stores will make you buy something in order to use their restroom.

[@ariefraiser140]

If the bathroom is in a store then by definition it's not a public bathroom. Public bathrooms would be in government buildings like a library or courthouse.

[@blesseddaily]

Good information Carlton 👍🏾, I have a question when searching for a neighborhood to live in and not paying "gringo prices" What was it about the neighborhood that you live in vs other neighborhoods? Did you look at living in Belén, or Envigado? " Is it best to have a local negotiate the rental price?

[@matthewmauro116]

Thanks for your honesty and transparency!

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Appreciate the support.

[@odariopeart9840]

Hey Carl I did not know you had roots in Jamaica?

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

wzup. Born on Rose Hall Ave, Pembroke Hall. Big ups.

[@odariopeart9840]

Ah great! I am from Clarendon, coming to Medellin soon lol 😂

[@charleshankerson1467]

Excellent video!!!!

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@markprater1]

Hey C I'll be drawing my SS next year and I'm looking seriously at relocating to Meddelin. My check will be about 1400. I'm also a musician, and I'd like to check out the music scene there. Are there jazz clubs or other places to see live music? R&B?

[@MartyM.]

I had the cleaning lady in the men's bathroom thing at the airport in Chiang Mai, Thailand, also. Oh well!

[@tbaze27]

Yeah I was taking a shower in smartfit and I come out the shower and this chick is cleanin I was like wth lol

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

In the shower? not way

[@covington105]

It is hard to find TV shows with people of color. And we have very few English speaking channels. However, this is a beautiful place to live especially outside of Medellin. Many businesses are closed from 11:30 or 12:00 p.m. until 2 p.m.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

You can easily stream all the US channels you want here in Colombia

[@jaypaladin-havesmartswilll5508]

In Southern US, banks use to close between 1 and 2pm.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

I was not aware of that. Which state? I worked in banking in Houston and this did not happen. Must be some small towns.

[@issaccab7081]

Great info man, thank you.

[@carloslee6125]

No way. I did not know it would happen in the shower area as well. Woow

[@Omnipherant]

this guy is keeping it real lol

[@Charless-ft6ku]

Carlton I Love you man, I will always love and help you.

[@anthonydiguilio5202]

Hi Carlton, hope you are doing well. How is your experience going with healthcare? Just retried, and thinking about spending part of the year n Medellin.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Going great so far. Main reason I came to Colombia. US will bankrupt you.

[@vegaszoom6139]

How much does a gym cost in Medellin? Does that include a spa and a steam room like we have in a 24- hour fitness. Your video by the way, hits good points.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Wzup Vegas. They have various options in gyms just depends on what you are looking for. I joined what you would consider a middle class type of gym. It is not fancy but has everything I need. a pound is a pound even if it is not pretty. I paid about $23 USD a month for almost a year then last month they had a special where you could pay $150,000 up front for 6 months. That's $50 USD. Had to take it. Four floors and they do have a steam room and a bunch of classes including spin and dance. I am happy with it. Some other friends pay more for the fancy La Fitness type guys with all the pretty girls. I go to the gym to work out. LOL

[@vegaszoom6139]

That’s nice to hear from you. What I really need are the basic: a stationery bike, a dry sauna and steam room. Just to melt those extra fat and sugar in the blood stream. ... Medellin can be destination for me.

[@Mr.AlwaysonVacay]

Invest in tripod you can get them cheap

[@carloslee6125]

Thank. I did. I now have one. Look at my most recent post on Gringo pricing.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks for the comment. I did. Actually this is a repost of one of my first videos before I purchased the tripod. The original video had issues, therefore I just decided to delete and repost it.

[@realmedellin185]

The fear and apprehension you mention is a real thing. This is due to the distrust everyone has of everyone. I'm sure you're familiar with "no dar papaya" well, the rest of that saying goes "papaya dada papaya partida" which basically means take advantage of any papaya giving situation. It goes without saying but the good things outweigh the bad here in Colombia :)

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

I just had that feeling but I was not sure if I was making it up. Thanks

[@scottgeen3062]

Hi Carlton are there any dating agency Medellin

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Hello Scott. I am not aware of any. I have heard about the agency where you have to pay a fortune and they try to get you a wife. Not sure of the name. Heard it is a rip off.

[@scottgeen3062]

Thank you Carlton remember coming to Medellin September like to buy you steak meal hope to meet u lot of pretty girls there do u no where new Zealand is

[@yeisonrojas5085]

About the Indigenous women with children a lot of them are working, they bring them from their villages promising them jobs and take most of their money and only give them a little bit of what they collect all day. So now my family told me not to give them anymore

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks for the information Yeison. I will probably still continue to gi,ve them money. No matter the situation they are still getting screwed. Just like the US, it is their land.

[@carlanderson4832]

thanks for the information. keep on vlogging a lot of people are heading that way.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks and welcome. Please check out my blog at "carlostravelblog.com"

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks for the support. If I can only learn the editing software I can put up a lot more videos. Working on it.

[@moto.gringo]

Haha, the female bathroom attendants or janitors or whatever seems to be common in much of Latin America. It's certainly not something we're used to, but as long as you don't get stage fright, todo bien. I find it more unsettling to put the paper in the basket.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Gringo. Thanks for support. To tell the truth, I still have a difficult time getting used to it. Happened again on Sunday. But its all good. I just need more time here. lol

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

I never put the paper in the basket. No way. Also hate not having a nice padded seat cover. A large majority of the public bathroom are missing the seats.

[@expat4life795]

They told me the water is brown because it is flowing down from the mountains. So it is picking up all that sediment.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Ok, Thanks for the information.

[@californiausa7622]

Nice Video''''

[@seasonstochange]

The bathroom thing happened to me 25 years ago at the Louvre in Paris. I was only 15 and I kid you not. She was mopping around my feet while I was engaged at the urinal. No exaggeration.

[@saintemmalex7929]

Hi Carlton, i am so glad after watching your video. I have a dream of moving to Colombia, please how can i get in touch with you so we can chat about it. Thanks

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

[e-mail]

[@BookerT1]

I hate to laugh but we can see the pain in your face talking about banking LOL

[@DeprisaDryICeBLasting]

how do you open a bank account ??

[@j.lizbardo]

That my friend is where it get difficult even for locals. Walk into a bank and take your cedula (colombian ID) or passport with a photocpy of it. But financial regulations are quite complex to prevent money laundering.

[@ertwro]

Petty crime, pollution and noise are a deal breaker for me. Also Internet speed and traffic are pretty bad.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Its not that bad bro. You have to weight the good vs the bad. USA has a lot of bad like daily mass shootings. Internet speed is great in Medellin. As good as the USA.

[@fuschiapink40]

What dentist there? I need to get two implants and dental care is it really cheap?

[@jazzman5652]

Why would you walk at 1.00 o'clock in the morning in a rough neighborhood? That is the complete opposite of being smart. Just saying.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Hello very good question. However I am from big cities. Born in Kingston Jamaica. Lived in New Jersey and NYC area and would go to Harlem back in the day. Lived in Houston and downtown Miami. Basically you have to know how to survive in any big city and dangerous situation. Its all about dressing and acting the part and not being scared. People told me that unless I open my mouth I could pass for a local. Happened in DR and here as well. Most robbery is about money not your life. Obviously at 1am leave your wallet and cell in the hotel. Carry sufficient cash to make them happy.

[@mikec360]

1am in a rough neighborhood = looking for hookers

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

@@mikec360 Bro its a spot in EL Centro where they have bars and the local people hang out. When I travel I like to hang out with the locals and get to know them a bit. If I wanted to hang out with a bunch of American and Gringos I might as well stay in the US and do that. Correct. I really do not even go to Poblado unless friends visit and they want to see parque Lleras.

[@marchudson2762]

Good Stuff, Brother! Thanks for the info. I plan to visit MDE early next year. Do you ever meetup with Sly?

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Sly's Life. I know his site but I have not met him personally. Most of the American live in El Poblado but I prefer Laureles.

[@devbachu7072]

Been to Barranquilla 2tims hot like fire is medllin hot

[@devbachu7072]

Love barranquilla hope to visit santa ellena

[@carloslee6125]

Happens to me daily

[@y2k4ed]

I have been living in Colombia for several years. Stay away from know danger areas, be with friends, don't flash your wealth and just be aware. I am currently living in Armenia. The people who see me are thinking wealthy gringo. I have had people ask for money so that they can feed their families, get dental work and other things. Many are willing to work for some extra cash. Just learn to say no if your mechanic sends you a photo of his teeth and asks you if you could help him get new implants. Things like that. Medellin is more wealthy. It is less likely to happen.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks. I know very well. I never even wear any jewelry. In the vault in Miami. I also have a cheap watch and cell.

[@y2k4ed]

Carlton's Travel Adventures I have been told that there are people here who would cut your finger off for a ring. At the terminal I was given a fake claim ticket for my computer. The computer was stolen.

[@jimmydiamond1062]

Is vera cruz safe?

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Wzup Jimmy. Never been to Vera Cruz

[@Dahon5]

They charge to use the bathroom in London, UK.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Did not know, but they charge and tax the hell out of your guys over there. LOL.

[@marksanchez9093]

What area do you live in

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Laureles. Strata 5

[@alexbrown6011]

At your next video please put the camera on a steady place. It shakes all the time.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Hello Alex. you are looking at some of my earlier videos before I bought a tripod and microphone for my camera. Keep looking at recent videos. Thanks.

[@BoydJones]

I think the US (and other parts of the West) are the exception to the rule. In many parts of Asia, I have also noticed female cleaners in male bathrooms and very aggressive and dangerous driving.

[@covington105]

I dislike that many of the female bathrooms don’t have toilet seats. The other thing is that some of them if you don’t notice that if you fail to take some toilet paper into the stall with you or you have nothing to wipe your buts. You have to pay five hundred pesos.

[@torrereames9802]

Will be in medellin in November what are some contacts

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Contacts for what?

[@torrereames9802]

@@CarltonsTravelAdventures I was wondering about places to go things to do clubs Park neighborhood the things that people do when they go out of town I know from living in two different countries and living All Over America the people who live in the city have the true information and if there's a fee involved just give me the price and if there is a problem with it I understand I appreciate the reply I ate a Sweet Georgia's that's a cool brother I believe he's from Atlanta and I'm from Memphis

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Oh cool. Just was not sure what specifically you needed. Will be glad to help. You began with the right place at Sweet Georgia . You can get a ton of information hanging out with the fellows there. Hit me up if you still need help. [e-mail] @@torrereames9802

[@torrereames9802]

@@CarltonsTravelAdventures will do thanks

[@lmorris1953]

I kind of had to laugh regarding the issue about Banks this is the same situation in the Philippines you go to the same bank and it was different from the branch you open your account and you got to pay 100 peso to 200 pesos to deposit money ridiculous

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Crazy. If they can get it why not.

[@oscartru]

One of so many factors that might push women in Medellin to get cosmetic surgeries is the fact that the rate of births is higher for women than men and due to gang related violence there are more men dying (or just not "likable") than women so there's a "surplus" of women. That factor creates a competition for men.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Surplus of women sounds great.

[@myles26]

You had some good tips in here! A lot of this stuff I never heard before.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks Myles. My channel is pretty informative. I give up subs because I do not put out a ton of videos every week and focus on the women here. Videos with Colombia women will get tons of hits and subs. Too many out there. I try to provide good information. Thanks for the support. More to come. Been tied up last few weeks.

[@jaypaladin-havesmartswilll5508]

Good info and interesting take on living Medellin....BTW, There are brothers all over the USA who looks like Carlton. I've traveled to a lot of cities and towns where blacks live and there's a Carlton look-alike in every one of them. I think these Carltons are clones, lol.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

I keep hearing that but I have not seen one as yet. I am afraid one day I might get arrested in a case of misidentification. LOL

[@rosaalfonso96]

Whay you are you doing in Medellin...go to Haiti is much better?

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

oK brother. I will join you there.

[@simontravels2530]

Dude u spending $2500 usd a month and you taking the bus?

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Yes, I love taking the bus. Get to meet local people on the bus. Not about the money.

[@knowthyself690]

Yes...the bathroom thing is real and they keep the doors open for some reason. Men go into the women's bathroom. I don't get it, but I definitely GO :-)

[@jabbard73]

What about the Cartel ? I guess that topic is off the table .

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

No. Not off target. There is just no focus on the cartels here anymore. Are they total gone? No. The city and government does not want anyone to focus on that history. They are operating under the radar. No longer high profile like 20 years ago. I saw a tv new show about 18 months ago where they actually interviewed some of these guys living in the city. They do not want to be flashy like the old days. Too much heat. They actually have a big gang problem in Medellin. They just do not report it. Last month 2 gangs in Bello went at it for a few days and the cops had to shut down the area. Girls were telling me they could not leave their barrio.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Like in most other cities and countries the cartels and gangs do not mess with tourists and most normal people. They fight with themselves. The new mayor of Medellin hate for people to focus on that past. He does not even want hotels or tour companies to do any Pablo tours or you lose your licenses. Bad history, but it was history. Like slavery in the USA. Its history. Cannot erase it.

[@CapitanJusticia]

What Cartel, bozo? This is not the 1980's anymore!

[@jabbard73]

@@CapitanJusticia , So i am stereotyping ?

[@CapitanJusticia]

@@jabbard73 Yes, you are.

[@TitoGeorgeTravel]

Lady in the bathroom is nothing. In the Philippines I was pissing and some guy came up behind me and massage my shoulders. OMG!!!! I was like please take your hands off me!!!

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

What the! He would get knock the hell out.

[@darrenmarquez3866]

Same thing happened to me in the Philippines. I was mad for a second but when I finished pissing he somehow twisted my shoulders In a way that cracked my entire spine and I ended up tipping him it felt so good

[@paulwilson3434]

Those clean 🧼 ing ladies got to get their work done ✅. Who cares they aren’t going to see anything new Question. Toilet 🚽 paper 🧻 available ? Or use water 💦 and hand 🖐

[@y2k4ed]

Be alert to the income tax structure if you plan to be here more than 183 days. The tax system is scary.

[@powprankz702]

Can you elaborate

[@y2k4ed]

I don’t remember if I mentioned this before but if you hear someone on KZbin or other who says something like there is no tax for the first five years or there is no income tax for the first $105,000 US know that it is false, it is considered false advertising and apparently that is not illegal here based on my chat with a tax lawyer.

[@j.lizbardo]

Banks are the worst in colombia.

[@y2k4ed]

They are not as secure as American banks.

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

I just hate the long lines for everything you want to do in a bank. These people in South America have a ton of patience. I would never put a lot of money in banks in Central America or South America. Look up the story about the Americans who lost all their money in a Mexican bank last year. Dissapeared.

[@knowthyself690]

Good video!!

[@Troyboy2121]

Good video with great content...a lot of stuttering when you said you did not go to whore houses...LMAO...

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

No. Not sure what you are talking about bro. jeje

[@paulwilson3434]

Carlton don’t go to Whitehouse. Your future wife won’t like it .

[@jerseyboy1791]

Prostitution is not legal in nevada !! Only in the city of Pahrump, Nevada

[@CarltonsTravelAdventures]

Thanks for the information but I believe you are mistaken. Please look it up on the web. As of 2018 there were 21 legal brothels in Nevada, down from 35 in the 1980s. It is illegal in Clark County (Vegas) and a few other Counties. However it is legal in many others, even though many do not have them, but it is legal. Thanks for supporting my channel Jersey. BTW I am from Jersey.

[@msway836]

@@CarltonsTravelAdventures Carltons YOU SAID NEVADUH, Not a County, I live in Vegas and its Legal only in that County NOT THE STATE so yes its not legal in other states or counties.

[@robertburnett5561]

Legal around Reno and Carson City.

[@gemillblack2]

FoSho

[@ceciliaq.martinez1938]

PLEASE DONT leave your inviroment. Stay in your country

[@alexpablo1200]

Travel and see the world 🌍 I’m American living in Cartagena a few months a year..a mi me gusta la comida, la playa, la musica, y las chicas..