This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks!I’ve spent about three years on and off living and traveling through Colombia, and I can say without hesitation that there are a plethora of incredible things to see and an almost overwhelming amount of …
11 Mistakes When Planning a Trip to Colombia
So, you’re planning a trip to Colombia? Congrats! It is one of the world’s hottest new travel destinations for a very good reason. Whether you’re going for the incredible beaches, Andean peaks, bustling big cities, or quiet pueblos, your trip is bound to be filled with amazing and memorable experiences. I remember my own feelings of excitement, worry, and intrigue …
3 Days in Medellin: Suggested Itinerary of the Coolest Things to Do
Medellin, Colombia was once a place where no tourist dared to visit and widely considered to be the most dangerous city on earth. Thankfully, things have changed drastically in recent years, and Medellin now welcomes tourists with open arms. When I first got off the bus in Medellin, I had no idea what to expect really, but I certainly never …
The Best Medellin Tours for New Visitors
Medellin tourism has exploded in recent years as this once formerly off-limits destination comes to the forefront for travelers to South America in a city full of friendly locals, urban innovation, affordable prices, and pleasant weather. I’ve called Medellin home for more than two years now and have gotten to experience much of the best that Medellin and the surrounding …
The Ultimate Guide of Things to Do in Cartagena Colombia
Looking for the best things to do in Cartagena? Then you’re in luck because this incredible colonial city has long been considered to be the crown jewel of the Colombian Caribbean, full of fun things to see and experience. It has long held the title as Colombia’s most popular city for tourists, a place frequented equally by sun-deprived Rolos from …
The Ultimate Guide to Laureles in Medellin Colombia
Laureles is my favorite barrio (neighborhood) in Medellin, Colombia, and one that I would wholeheartedly recommend to both tourists and those considering living in Medellin. Laureles in Medellin has become my home away from home… Indeed, this is my #1 recommendation when people ask me where to stay in Medellin. The most popular and well-known neighborhood in Medellin is Poblado, …
The Best Coffee in Medellin: Exploring Medellin’s Many Coffee Shops
Colombia is certainly a producer of delicious beans, but can their coffee shops deliver? A Seattlite’s search for the best coffee in Medellin, Colombia.
What to Do in Santa Marta, Colombia: Travel Guide & Tips
Santa Marta, Colombia may not be as popular, colorful, or tourist-friendly as the more popular Cartagena, Colombia, but you’ll find that it has its own gritty charm. While there may not be an endless list of things to do in Santa Marta, the real draw of staying here is that it provides an excellent home base for a number of …