Language barriers

[beenthere]

... in response to Re: Peru and English, posted by grant5432 on May 21, 2003

In 20 something trips to Colombia, I've never seen the slightest crime committed (knock on wood).  As long as you stay in the cities, and in a nice hotel, you'll be just fine.  I've noticed that most of the cities in Colombia have even a greater police & military presence lately, which is re-assuring (especially Cali).  Also the hotels are more secure.  I think the odds of meeting someone special are better in Colombia due to the volume of agencies, but I have met many beautiful women from Peru on the internet.  Good luck and get to work on your Spanish!

[greg]

... in response to Language barriers, posted by grant5432 on May 21, 2003

What made you decide on Peru??? Did you know that John Wayne was married to a Peru Lady. I'm a fencer myself, hope to go South of the Border soon. Have fun on your Tour trip.

[surfscum]

... in response to Whats wrong with going to Colombia??, posted by greg on May 21, 2003

I went there because I had friends there AND there were a decent amount on blossoms.com.  I went to Ecuador first, but hadn't seen any listed in an agency and didn't meet any while I was there. Patrick has mentioned that Guayaquil, Ecuador is a good spot to meet women, but missed that one myself.

If I weren't with Maribel, I would check out Colombia, Brazil and Chile. But I got lucky early in the search and don't regret not getting to those other places.  The goal is love and marriage and I have one and soon (relatively) will have the other.

[cancunhound]

... in response to Whats wrong with going to Colombia??, posted by greg on May 21, 2003

Exactly what I was thinking.  If it is the perception of Colombia being dangerous that drives this decision I'd reconsider - your odds of getting robbed are probably better in Peru (petty theft in unbelievable there)!