Anyone been to Cali Colombia?

topmanamillion

Hi,
I`m going to Cali next month and I`d like to hear from anyone that been there.
Would you recommend it? What would you recommend to do there? etc
Thanks

jommer01

I spent a couple of months there and loved it. It isn't particularly beautiful and there is hardly a single "must do" touristy thing to do in the city but at the same time I would highly recommend. The people are amazing and the women are beautiful. 
The nightlife is good, particularly if you like to dance or are interested in learning salsa. I'd recommend taking some classes. In fact you might find yourself feeling like a bit of a mug if you go out and aren't up for at least giving the dancing a crack. Salsa is literally the heartbeat of the city. They grow up learning to dance like Irish kids used to grow up kicking a ball off a wall.
I'd recommend staying in the San Antonio area. It's nice and safe which. The city itself is a little bit sketchy in parts but just don't go wandering anywhere at night by yourself and you'll be fine.

BArra

was not a big fan of Cali, took a trip which was about 3 or 4 hours north of it to Salento, stayed in an airbnb in the forest, sustainable living but it was very high quality, nice small quaint village there too with friendly people

the mode of transport there is foot, or Willys! (Jeeps)

jommer01

I can certainly see how you wouldn't be a fan of Cali. Some may even describe it as a bit of a kip.

If you have no interest in salsa, practicing/learning Spanish or chasing local tail I would advise giving it a skip alright.

For any of the above I would say look no further - cheap as chips too.

Salento is class alright. Beautiful and very chilled.