Is San Andres safe for new visitors? This tropical island has always been a popular break for Colombians looking to get off the …
Colombia
Traveling to Colombia and looking for inspiration? Here's a list of useful articles to help you with planning a trip. See my Travel Bible for more help.
Is Santa Marta safe? 2024 Guide
Is Santa Marta safe for new and unsophisticated travelers? Arguably the hottest and most popular city along Colombia’s …
How many days in Bogota?
How many days in Bogota are needed for a well-rounded trip? The Colombian capital is a very underrated destination, which is …
Cartagena vs Santa Marta
When comparing Cartagena vs Santa Marta, which do you visit? Both are top beach destinations in Colombia (and good contenders …
Cartagena vs Medellin
When comparing Cartagena vs Medellin which do you choose? Let's be honest here, any trip through Colombia is going to be an …
How many days in Cartagena?
How many days in Cartagena are needed for a short trip? Located along the Caribbean coast, Cartagena is Colombia's famous port …
Is Colombia safer than Mexico?
Is Colombia safer than Mexico? When you’re planning a trip to Latin America, it can be challenging to choose a destination. …
Eje Cafetero in Colombia Guide
Welcome to this guide to the Eje Cafetero in Colombia. El Eje Cafetero or “Coffee Triangle” is Colombia’s coffee axis and one …
Safest Cities in Colombia 2024
Where are all the safest cities in Colombia to visit? One of the things that make Colombia a great travel destination for many …
Is Medellin Safe 2024? Travel Safety
Were you wondering: is Medellin safe to travel or not? If you're thinking about traveling to Medellin, Colombia, on doing …
Is Cali, Colombia Safe to Visit 2024?
Is Cali, Colombia, safe to visit? Cali is a beautiful city and one of the largest ones in Colombia. It’s a great for nature …
Getting from Medellin to Salento
Are you going to travel from Medellin to Salento by bus? In this article, I’ll show you the most efficient way to get to …
Things to do in El Poblado, Medellin
Are you thinking of visiting El Poblado in Medellin, Colombia? As you already may have heard, this neighborhood is located in …
Is Medellin Worth Visiting?
One question many people ask today: is Medellin worth visiting? First of all, for travelers to South America, visiting …
What is a Paisa accent?
What is a Paisa accent when it comes to Spanish in Colombia? If you are learning Spanish or traveling to Colombia you may have …
What is a Tinto in Colombia?
Let's discuss Tinto in Colombia. When in Colombia, the word Tinto gets thrown around a lot. But when a Colombian says "un …
Comuna 13 Medellin Tour
Are you arriving in Colombia and doing the Comuna 13 Medellin tour? When I first arrived in Medellin, visiting this …
Things to do in Sabaneta, Colombia
Welcome to Sabaneta, the smallest municipality in Colombia Located in the south of the Aburrá valley snuggly fitted between …
San Cipriano, Colombia Guide
San Cipriano is an underrated tourist attraction in Colombia. Located in the Buenaventura snuggled deeply in a dense jungle …
Things do in San Andres 2024
Do you want to learn what things do in San Andres, Colombia? An island known in the back of the minds of many Colombians for …
What is Colombia Known For?
Despite all the bad press, what is Colombia known for? It is fair to say that Colombia is one of those South American …
Getting From Santa Marta to Minca
Are you trying to get from Santa Marta to Minca in Colombia? You are not the only one who wants to get to Minca. If you are …
What is a Paisa in Colombia?
In Colombia, what is a Paisa? And, what does it mean to be Paisa? More often than not, I have found Paisas (the people from …
Things to do in Riohacha: La Guajira
Are you looking for things to do in Riohacha, La Guajira in Colombia? Read about its grand beach, palm trees, and lively but …
One Week in Colombia Itinerary
Are you thinking of spending just one week in Colombia? Although it's not much time to get to know everything, you have time …
Cartagena to Tayrona National Park
Have you seen enough of Cartegena and want to head over to Tayrona? I'll share how I got from Cartagena to Tayrona National …
Colombian Fruits – The Ultimate List
It's these exotic Colombian fruits that keep me returning to Colombia. In this article, I'd like to introduce you to a list of …
Colombia’s Coffee Region
Are you interested in visiting Colombia’s coffee region? I know I am, and visiting the integral zones of the Colombia coffee …
What to do in Medellin, Colombia
Are you traveling to Colombia and wondering what to do in Medellin? You’re in the right place... Let’s grab a coffee and take a …
Tatacoa Desert Travel Guide
Welcome to this guide to the Tatacoa Desert in Colombia. Who thought that Colombia had deserts within its borders? The more …
Backpacking Colombia: Travel Guide
Are you thinking about backpacking in Colombia? Did you know Colombia is becoming a hotspot for new travelers? Every South …