When asked, SENA student guides Deysy and Claudia were unanimous in the happening place for a rumba: Punto Baré. The party begins at 7 p.m. and goes on until 3 a.m. to the beat of salsa, with a bit of merengue and reggaeton thrown into the mix. So hit that huge dance floor and sway under the pulsating lights. Siddle up to the long bar for a drink--but if you're looking for something non-alcoholic, you're going to be out of luck. There is no door charge, but there is a steep minimum consumption of $11. Claudia and Deysy warn it's elegant--so, men, no shorts.

Location:
Subida del Puente del Morro, fifth from the bridge on the left side of the road
Tumaco, Colombia

Bar

Prices: Budget

Regulations: No

Dress Code: Dressy

Reservation: Not necessary

Park Options: No

By Lorraine Caputo

Upon re-declaring her independence at age 29, Lorraine Caputo packed her trusty Rocinante (so her knapsack's called) and began traipsing throughout...

Created: 31 Oct 2007

Updated: 18 May 2009

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