Gift for host.

Tinto (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Jul 28, 2005, 09:54:

Taking coal to Newcastle IF you know your host will appreciate it, I would only take super premium coffee like Kona or Jamaica Blue Mountain. Colombians can get pretty decent coffee at Oma, Juan Valdez and a number of other independent cafes that cater to middle class and above Colombians.

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vicshere says on Jul 28, 2005, 10:10:

smoked salmon brinig one eof those box of smoked samlon the one they sell at costco shoudl run you about 15-20 bucks i think......colobians like forgien exotic food and thata stuff is super expensive here

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adrimm (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 28, 2005, 10:53:

Neonovo says on Jul 28, 2005, 11:08:

Almonds... Almonds were a big hit with everyone; I took a box of freezer baggies, and a large pack of almonds and another large container of choc-covered raisings (from Costco).
Once there, I packed a bunch of bags with a combo of almonds and raisings, and it surely seemed to hit the spot with everyone, until my lady "confiscated" the almonds for herself.

Paz
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2retirensa says on Jul 28, 2005, 11:13:

Maple Syrup? I would really like to also know if good maple syrup would be appreciated- and how they would use it. My colombian friends here LOVE maple syrup (only the good, pure stuff, but only on pancakes.
I agree on the Salmon- It was a big hit when I went. Just make sure they eat fish- everyone doesn't.
Maureen

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Caballista says on Jul 28, 2005, 11:26:

What do yo know about them? It's better to ask them, or try to buy something not for the price, but for the value. How well do you know them? because something that can be "exotic" to some people, can be disgusting to others.
I agree with adrimn, bring something to make them know, that you think about them; for the hostess I'll bring a nice pure silk scarf or/and a good perfume. And for the host a very good bottle of wine, and some fine chocolates. But you know them better, and if the are simple people try to bring them something that doesn't make them feel uncomfortable. Do not show to much, do not show to little.
Have a great trip.

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vicshere says on Jul 28, 2005, 11:30:

my first trip on my first trip I brought my wife's brother family a VCR and and her sister a cordless phone they where all a big hit...they are still enjoying the presents



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Antioqueñita says on Jul 28, 2005, 11:43:

it all depends .... Perfumes are so much more expensive there....

For the Hostess, she would love ( any woman) a set of Lotion, Body Spray, Shower Gel from Victoria's Secret. It ususally comes in a little purse she can use as well.. here you may pay about $25.00 ..there this would cost about $50.00 if found!

For him ...not sure... since I am not a man... but Good Pens for business man or a nice portfolio would be nice.

Do they have any kids? ( If they do they will appreciate more gifts for them than themselves)

"Que Viva Medellin!"

"Que Viva Medellin!"

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adrimm (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 28, 2005, 17:35:

Lostgringo says on Aug 1, 2005, 19:39:

gifts I will be in Bogota on August 16th. I have been told that pistacios and peanut butter are very expensive in Bogota so I am bringing some with me. I am also bringing some learning toys for children (English). I like the idea of the fish and never thought about it. I will be sure to buy some as my novia loves fish.
Frank

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ColombianoNY says on Aug 2, 2005, 11:37:

DVD player I recommend a DVD Player, you might get a great deal at a walmart, or cordless phone as mentioned above. Victoria secret is also a hit, I agree with that.

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vicshere says on Aug 2, 2005, 11:54:

adrimm yes the jacks are the same....in an older houses you just buy a converter for jacks cheap l,000 pesos

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adrimm (☼Travelguide writer) says on Aug 2, 2005, 12:04:

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colombiabuzz says on Aug 2, 2005, 12:07:

Marcos-Adrimm Adrimm, i sent you a PM about the marcos

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adrimm (☼Travelguide writer) says on Aug 2, 2005, 12:08:

ColombianoNY says on Aug 2, 2005, 12:08:

dvd players work tho, lol.

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vicshere says on Aug 2, 2005, 12:11:

adrimm wanted to add buying stuff in San Antonio (Venezuela)is a bunch of crock....we been over there earlier this year and I didn't see one good deal actually I thought I was coming back with the car loaded down and really we didn't pick anything up 90% of the stuff I can get cheaper here at the San Residito (sorry) I can barley speak Spanish let alone spell ...hell I cant even spell in English hehehehe

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