Anybody here ever worked in South America?

[snaw]

I got mugged in Rio by the drug in drink ruse 10 years ago, but never had any problems in Bogota, but there are certain areas that you should avoid at night such as Candaleria(take advice from Lonely Planet etc), and always use a taxi. They are only 2 quid into the city. Never show valuables or overtly show/use cameras in side-streets and only carry what you intend to spend. Just use commonsense and you will have no problems.

Indeed, but that doesn't make it any less dangerous a city, is kind of my point. And as cities go it's not a clasic by any stretch, and it's not even good by Columbian standards.

You want amazing architecture, great nightlife ect then go to Cartagena - tulips all over Bogota in every respect.

[Cyberman]

Indeed, but that doesn't make it any less dangerous a city, is kind of my point. And as cities go it's not a clasic by any stretch, and it's not even good by Columbian standards.

You want amazing architecture, great nightlife ect then go to Cartagena - tulips all over Bogota in every respect.

I was particularly struck by the architectural beauty of Candelaria. The north of Bogota is the wealthy area so most buildings are modern brick properties and it is thus also the best place to stay for security. Cartagena is definitely on my future list !!

[BrianSnail]

I have to say I'm impressed by Cyber-Tory's aversion to personal abuse. He may publish opinions here that others can' t stomach (myself included), but at least he doesn't resort to abusive stuff. Well, not from what I've seen anyway

Agreed. We should call him CyberTeflon.

[Cyberman]

I have to say I'm impressed by Cyber-Tory's aversion to personal abuse. He may publish opinions here that others can' t stomach (myself included), but at least he doesn't resort to abusive stuff. Well, not from what I've seen anyway

People who resort to abuse in debate lose the argument as well as respect of others. I try never to lose my temper, and thus Sasguru is on my ignore list.

[Fishface]

... that Uruguay is classed as one of the least corrupt countries in the world.

...because it contains all the numbered accounts where bribes from corruption and 'other sources' are stored from all over Latin America...

...once you actually live there, not a prolonged holiday, you will find it is quite dull but sunny.

[snaw]

People who resort to abuse in debate lose the argument as well as respect of others. I try never to lose my temper, and thus Sasguru is on my ignore list.

I'd say a large percentage of your posts verge on being abusive, disguised as opinions, but really intended to troll.

[Cyberman]

I'd say a large percentage of your posts verge on being abusive, disguised as opinions, but really intended to troll.

Then you do not know what personal abuse actually is.