My name is Carlos; I am a 24 year old third year law student. I caught the travel bug when I was 20 years old and sailed around the world on the MV Explorer from Jan. 2008 to May 2008. It was the most amazing experience of my life. I learned a lot about myself along the journey, I don't know if I would have the passion for travel I do now if it was not for that experience. Ever since I can’t get enough, going so many places I would've never even dreamed just a few years ago when I was complacently trapped in my American bubble. In what is presumably my last summer of freedom before I become imprisoned by corporate America, I am embarking on a journey through South America. Mostly to become fluent in a language I should’ve been taught a long time ago as a child being half Puerto Rican, but also to see, learn, explore and grow in a way only possible through travel.

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Media Luna Hostel










             Located in Getsemani the oldest neighborhood in Cartagena de Indias, Media Luna is a beautifully restored old colonial house turned hostel.  Three stories, three bars, a restaurant, swimming pool, and 160 places to sleep there is nothing small about this place.  Clearly one of the most popular hostels in Cartagena de Indias this place has been packed everyday since I got here a week ago.  Walking distance to all the main attractions of the city and surrounded by cheap eateries and bars the only downfall of this hostel would be there is no air conditioning.  Cartagena is a humid city and it’s been 90 degrees everyday except one day when it rained.  Every room is equipped with fans but sometimes that just doesn’t cut it.  I have been able to sleep fine but other people can’t handle it.  There are plenty of parties thrown by the hostel, hired dj’s and amazing night views from the third floor terrace.  The first floor restaurant is really good and has a lot of options.  I have gotten my fair share of omelets made each morning.  I would definitely recommend this hostel to any traveler.  

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