Colombia first timer — need advice

Planning my first trip to General Information. Read through the older threads but wanted to check if info is still current.

My main questions:
1. Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
2. Realistic daily budget including accommodation?
3. Any areas to avoid?
4. How is the quality compared to Thailand?
5. Best time of day to go out?

Coming from Australia with experience in Latin America but first time in General Information.

Any recent reports or recommendations appreciated. Thanks!

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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.

Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.

How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.

Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?

Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.

Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.

Been there 5 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.

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Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.

Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.

Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.

Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.

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Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.

Did you use an agency or find girls at the hotel?