Cartagena Diaries Part 16

Cocaine Princess here.

I was out for my daily afternoon stroll in the blazing heat and upon my return the hotel, I found the military surrounding the place, one asking to see your hotel id to allow you to step foot on the property and another two by the lobby entrance. There's a few more of them inside. I inquired what was going on and was told by the front staff "its all good mi amor, no worries. Enjoy your vacation" Hmm, I wasn't exactly satisfied with that response. I need to investigate this more... 🤔

XOXO,Cocaine Princess

Cartagena Diaries Part 15

Cocaine Princess here.

 Happy St Valentine's Day ❤️

From Cartagena with love 😘

May you always be loved, today, tomorrow & forever.

Pic 8: During my morning stroll, the policia went over to two individuals and began searching their fanny packs. According to the beach vendor selling beer, "they are suspicious they have illegal substance on them" I asked how do they (policia) know that? He replied by shrugging his shoulders and then proceeded to try to sell me a bottle of beer 🍺

XOXO

Cocaine Princess

Cartagena Diaries Part 14

 Cocaine Princess here.

 02/13/24

About yesterday--

I celebrated birthday celebration #2 at the Jardin Restaurant at the stunning Hotel Santa Clara in the colonial part of Cartagena. The hotel is a former convant that was built in 1621. In 1861, it turned into a hospital, then a prison, and after that, a medical school. The Sofitel Group bought the property in the 90s and turned it into a hotel/restaurant. Truly, it's one of the most spectacular properties I've ever been to. I was in complete awe. The walls of the property once acted as a defensive shield, and the colonial balconies and architecture are still very much preserved, including the confessional walls. The colonial part of the city is surrounded by an 11 km stone wall, aka "Walled City" that was built to defend the city from the endless pirate attacks. In 1994, the Walled City became a world heritage site by UNESCO.

You can't tell by by the pictures, but I was dripping in sweat despite the ceiling fans, which didn't really help.

In pic 9- I was shooting an advert for the hotel, that's me with the cameraman.

Afterward, I explored the city, (see my stories) The streets are so narrow, and I don't know how anyone is able to drive here, but those who can, I applaud you. Unfortunately, there are no rules of the road as cars and people are zig zagging in front of each other, so a quick prayer might be helpful.

XOXO,

Cocaine Princess