Introducing Cúcuta
Hot, muggy and close to the Venezuelan border, Cúcuta is either the first or last Colombian city that many overland travelers visit. The city has a modern, if rather uninspiring, center and vast poor suburbs. There's little reason to linger, but you may need to stick around for a night if you're crossing the border.
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Even if you're coming this way, you may prefer to stay overnight in Pamplona, rather than Cúcuta, as some travelers do.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Exchanging money in Venezuela etc.
by ancientnomad 13 September 2011
I will be arriving in Caracas at the airport. I know the unofficial exchange rate is about 3 times the official. That's what I learnet…
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RE: Positive experience with the Consulate in London
by alanymarce 29 August 2011
Last time was from Brazil, no problems other than the catch 22 of photocopies. The Venezuelan immigration people wanted copies of our…
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RE: Positive experience with the Consulate in London
by Geebsie 29 August 2011
Cheers Alan - much appreciated. Which border did you cross at, and how did you find the experience? Any tips on getting from Cucuta to…
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