I just noticed today that I had several unanswered PM's. I don't usually check for PM's, so I apologize for delayed (on non) responses.
FYI... if you have a question/comment that isn't exactly "private", then you'll typically get a faster response from me on the general board since I am "PM-Challenged".
Since my wife has been here since April 19, I've had my hands full as you can all imagine
Once I get more time I will post some info about her adjustment and our time together in the USA.
Soltero: Did you ever get squared away in Bogota? Did I ever repsond to you? If I didn't, and its not too late, then... and/or for anyone else looking for a place to stay in Bogota... my wife and I stayed at La Casa Doña Flor (aka Hotel Doña Flor) which is a Bed and Breakfast 2 blocks from the US Embassy. The website is
www.viva2100.com and they only speak spanish. Nice homey place, and I got the feeling that the owner kind of adopted my wife and I as her kids while we were there.
NOTE: Never in my many trips to Barranquilla, Colombia (and one trip to Bogotá) have I ever been asked to pay for a hotel reservation in advance, or a credit card to hold a reservation. I was stunned by this at first (not wanting to risk losing my spot, and being used to credit card holds/reservations USA). I only mention this as cultural enlightenment and so that folks may know that it MAY be a red flag if they are asked for money in advance.
May God bless you all...
