I've spent about 2 1/2 months in the Colonial Zone earlier this year. For the most part I liked it, but at times it felt like a small town with everyone knowing your business and as a tourist I was constantly asked for money on the streets. The building I stayed in though was excellent. The management actually has an office there and I never had problems and felt safe.
Sunday I return for at least 6 months. I've decided to stay in the same apartment building even though in some ways I'd prefer a less touristy area. I was wondering what other have experienceed living in the Colonial Zone or if you haven't lived there would you or wouldn't you and why. My main concern is learning how to say "no" to the beggars and to find public transportation along the Malecon. I actually prefer guaguas to taxis.
When I returned to NYC a couple of months ago I felt very sad to leave SD. Now that I'm taking the 6 month plunge, living in SD, I have butterflies in my stomach. Not sure why. As for work I'm hoping to teach English. I'd prefer that to a call center.
Sunday I return for at least 6 months. I've decided to stay in the same apartment building even though in some ways I'd prefer a less touristy area. I was wondering what other have experienceed living in the Colonial Zone or if you haven't lived there would you or wouldn't you and why. My main concern is learning how to say "no" to the beggars and to find public transportation along the Malecon. I actually prefer guaguas to taxis.
When I returned to NYC a couple of months ago I felt very sad to leave SD. Now that I'm taking the 6 month plunge, living in SD, I have butterflies in my stomach. Not sure why. As for work I'm hoping to teach English. I'd prefer that to a call center.