The Asuncion Travel Guide

[Tequila Tim]

I stayed at the Hotel Guarani last year. It was a 3 star IMHO. I walked to casas around there.

The good part was they had a casino and I made a run on the poker table that paid for my trip minus the Guarani I forgot to cash out.

Cash out all of your Guarani before leaving, they are worthless. I even tried to give them to a favorita Paraguayan chica in BA and she didn't want them!

My biggest * was the lack of a good BBBJ. Everything was covered with teeth included.

I went the end of June, the weather was nice.

Don't be alarmed when you walk into a bank and see a guy with a double barreled sawed off shotgun (boyz in the hood style) as a security guard either LOL! They love guns there. I did buy a nice leather holster for my pistol off some guy near the panteon de las heros, cheap!

Actually, you would have have made a 20% gain if you had keep your guarani in 2010 (as opposed to converting them back to dollars) , the paraguayian economy is rock solid compared to the ponzi scheme known as the US monetary policy. Check out the FOREX charts if you don't believe me. Personally, I hoard every foreign currency (except the Ar. Peso) whenever I go abroad. Every time my hedge strategy has resulted in less expensive trips in the future.

[Gato Hunter]

I stayed at the Hotel Guarani last year. It was a 3 star IMHO. I walked to casas around there.

The good part was they had a casino and I made a run on the poker table that paid for my trip minus the Guarani I forgot to cash out.

Cash out all of your Guarani before leaving, they are worthless. I even tried to give them to a favorita Paraguayan chica in BA and she didn't want them!

My biggest ***** was the lack of a good BBBJ. Everything was covered with teeth included.

I went the end of June, the weather was nice.

Don't be alarmed when you walk into a bank and see a guy with a double barreled sawed off shotgun (boyz in the hood style) as a security guard either LOL! They love guns there. I did buy a nice leather holster for my pistol off some guy near the panteon de las heros, cheap!

[El Alamo]

My advice to 99% of those considering going to Paraguay.

Do not go there.

It is too hot in the summer.

For high tech junkies it is a no go.

No night clubs like Madohos or Black.

Just say no.

However, if you a stoned out space cadet, and have no idea what your name is or where you are - maybe it will be all right.

Paraguay is not for the majority of the people posting on this board.

Disclaimer - for the other 1% Paraguay is a banana split sundae with chocolate sprinkles, dulce de leche and a STRAWBERRY ON TOP.

[Member #4110]

One of the previous posters recommended Asuncion for a good, old-fashioned orgy. Let me say first that I am not gay, and gay sex is not something I want to see, ever. However, I do like to see women having sex with other men, especially when I am having sex with another woman. I like the idea of swapping.

If anyone out there wants to give this a try in the next week or 10 days, let me know. I have not received a Private Message lately, but I assume that service is still working. Otherwise, just suggest a coffee shop or bar in the Microcenter to meet.

Disease free, OK?. Like me. For protection in the chica swaps.

[Member #4110]

My first piece of advice is to book early. I tried to book two weeks in advance, and I totally struck out. When I landed at 2:AM, a taxi driver very nicely drove me to at least 15 hotels all over town, and every one was full. Finally he took me out to the suburbs to a love motel. It was better than sleeping on the street. The next morning, I found a room at Hotel Pelican. Very nice people there who oriented me to the city and actually helped me find an apartment that could be rented by the day or the week. I owe them a lot, and I am going to bring them some flowers.

The Sheraton and Hotel Pelican are some distance from the Microcenter where most but not all of the casas are located. Taxis seem to be a little more expensive than Buenos Aires, and traffic is a hassle, so I would stay in the Microcenter. So, if you want an upscale place, I would recommend Hotel Margaritas, in the center of everything. If you want a place for less money, people have recommended Asuncion Palace and Hotelpalmasdelsol.

I came in from Lima on TACA Airlines. It was the best connection I could find. Others recommend coming through Sao Paulo Brazil.

How long should one stay? That all depends. For me, I like to go to all the tourist places, sports events, museums, markets, etc, and I like to walk for hours to get to know a place. I try to engage with people to learn Espanol (although they drop their Ss here, and they go into Guarani language all the time). Also, I am working on a writing project, so that keeps me busy on my balcony of my apartment, with a view of the Bahia and the official buildings of Paraguay. Also, I don't get lonely. After 11 days, I still have met only 3 people who speak fluent English, and my Espanol is primitive but expanding. Also, I like casas/departamentos (what are called privados or apartamento in BA), and I never liked the clubs of Buenos Aires except for quick looks. Here, there are no clubs that I have found. Playboy Club is just awful, a total rip-off, with the chicas trying to get you to over-pay for sex in a not-so-clean area after repeatedly asking for chica drinks. I go to Costa Rica a lot, and there is no place like the Del Rey or Key Largo here, where you can watch the putas dance and dance for fun (at least I have not found it here). Other mongers have said that it is easy to get off-duty casa girls to go to your apartment, but maybe they just don't find me that attractive (although one looked up when I mentioned something about dancing). But I am happy here for my multi-week stay, but I don't think everyone would want to stay so long. I have found some good casas and some real dogs. When I get a chance, I will make a full report, as promised.

The most important thing is that I am having sex, sometimes anal, with two chicas per day, at least one of whom has provided me with much pleasure. That is what I want, along with a nice place to write.

Still wondering where the most comfortable hotel to stay is at?

Also tried to plan a trip and was wondering if there was a better connection city to try from ie Lima, San Paolo, Montivedo?

Seem like it takes forever?

Also wondering if 1 week is toooo long to stay there.

Thank for any comments.

[Master J]

I've been in Buenos Aires 3 times, but this trip to Asuncion is something else altogether.

Still wondering where the most comfortable hotel to stay is at?

Also tried to plan a trip and was wondering if there was a better connection city to try from ie Lima, San Paolo, Montivedo?

Seem like it takes forever?

Also wondering if 1 week is toooo long to stay there.

Thank for any comments.

[Eo Daman]

Riverm,

Great report! I am looking forward to your longer version. I was in BA & Montevido for 19 days in May. Most excellent trip! I hope to be back in BA with a side trip to Asuncion in September. I appreciate your insight from an on the ground realtime standpoint. Glad you are enjoying yourself!

I too extend appreciation to those who have put together hobbying info on Paraguay. Nice job gents!

Stay safe out there,

Eo Daman

[Member #4110]

I've been in Buenos Aires 3 times, but this trip to Asuncion is something else altogether. I would be totally lost without the maps and guide provided by Goodguy, aka Ken Apples.

Thanks also to World Traveler 69 for the comprehensive list of privados at http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?2836-Asuncion-Lists

Hafrbo, Captain, and HappyGoLucky have also helped, at http://www.argentinaprivate.com/forum/showthread.php?6727-Asuncion-Private-Apartments-List

I'm from the USA, and I have not met a Norteamericano in 7 days. I have seen some Germans, but most of them seem to be citizens here, not tourists. And most do not seem to be particularly friendly. So this site is the sole source of information, and it is tremendously valuable information. Of the 8 chicas I have seen (with a few repeats) , most are generous, sex-loving, un-rushed, and appreciative of a little propina. All are young and pretty (only at one casa did I see chicas I would pass on). As pointed out below, most charge 120, 000 guarani (about $30) for the full hour, and most offer servicio completo with a smile. Most want to offer CBJ only, so there is a difference from Buenos Aires. All seem to enjoy working with their tongues.

I have been to 6 little bookstores, and I have found only two travel guides written in English and no pocket-size Spanish-Ingles dictrionary. I have found no novels written in English, but I have seen some in German and French. For someone from the U. S., this seems much farther from home than Argentina. Overall, I wanted to get very, very far away from a gringa, and I seem to have succeeded.

I'll write a fuller report later, but I have to share one story. Last Sunday, late afternoon, I was having a good time with a chica who clearly was getting turned on. But suddenly other chicas in adjoining rooms started yelling, and a dog started barking. Paraguay had just beaten Brazil in the quarter-finals of the America Cup for futball. From then on, I could not get the chica to concentrate on her business. I guess that is understandable, because the entire city went crazy. And it happened again two nights ago when Paraguay beat Venezuela, but this time I was smart enough not to try to get a chica's attention at game time. This appears to be a place of intense national pride -- you see it all over, not only in futball.

[HappyGoLucky]

I just wanted to congratulate Goodguy (aka Ken Apples) on his excellent, thoroughly researched, and well written guide on Asuncion. If only writing and researching your dissertation in college was like this.

If you guys don't mind, I'll add a bit more information to a few of the headings found in the guide:

Cellphones: I recommend getting a TIGO SIM card. It's the most commonly used cell phone plan. I ended up getting a "Personal" SIM card and have had a hard time finding a kiosk where I could go refill my minutes. Kiosks who refill TIGO are all over the place.

Dining: Hooters, as mentioned in the guide is not in the centro. It's located about ten minutes east in a place called Zona Paseo Las Carmelitas. Here you'll find not only Hooters, but at least 15 plus other restaurants and bars such as Kilkennys, TGI Fridays, Flow Bar, etc. All of them are here in one place right next to each other. This location is recommended for anyone looking for some nightlife and / or non pro action. The few times I was in the area I noticed non pros with ages that ranged from the early twentys to mid thirtys.

ATM's: I've been getting charged $25, 000 Guarani each time at the ATM while using one of my bank debit cards. It doesn't even matter if I use my Citibank card at a Citibank ATM, I still get charged the same fee. You'd be surprised how fast these fees add up.

Thanks Goodguy and good hunting!

Some banks, like Charles Schwab, will refund all those ATM fees. It's not really all that much money for a short trip, but it adds up if one is on an extended stay.

[GoodGuy]

Guys, Really happy to see that you like the guide. .

Just remember to tell your story and to add on more info, as already have been started below.

I think Asuncion can be a great destinations for the next years to come, when more and more knowledge filters down here on the forum.

Happy hunting, and thanks again.

Goodguy aka Ken Apples

[Hafrbo]

I just wanted to congratulate Goodguy (aka Ken Apples) on his excellent, thoroughly researched, and well written guide on Asuncion. If only writing and researching your dissertation in college was like this.

If you guys don't mind, I'll add a bit more information to a few of the headings found in the guide:

Cellphones: I recommend getting a TIGO SIM card. It's the most commonly used cell phone plan. I ended up getting a "Personal" SIM card and have had a hard time finding a kiosk where I could go refill my minutes. Kiosks who refill TIGO are all over the place.

Dining: Hooters, as mentioned in the guide is not in the centro. It's located about ten minutes east in a place called Zona Paseo Las Carmelitas. Here you'll find not only Hooters, but at least 15 plus other restaurants and bars such as Kilkennys, TGI Fridays, Flow Bar, etc. All of them are here in one place right next to each other. This location is recommended for anyone looking for some nightlife and / or non pro action. The few times I was in the area I noticed non pros with ages that ranged from the early twentys to mid thirtys.

ATM's: I've been getting charged $25, 000 Guarani each time at the ATM while using one of my bank debit cards. It doesn't even matter if I use my Citibank card at a Citibank ATM, I still get charged the same fee. You'd be surprised how fast these fees add up.

Thanks Goodguy and good hunting!

[Tequila Tim]

Ken,

Thanks for your considerable effort that went into this guide, you are truely a "monger's monger". I have been spouting about the outstanding opportunities that Asuncion has to offer and I think your guide will further encourage more mongers to discover this great local.

Kudos,

Tequila Tim

[GoodGuy]

Gentlemen!

This is a 2011 Newbee guide to Asuncion.

I hope it will be helpfull and bring you good memories back from your travel.

The photos attached is to be used together with the guide.

Best regards,

Goodguy, aka Ken Apples.