Just north of Poblado, along the busy streets of Avenida Las Vegas, you’ll quickly stumble across Ciudad del Rio (“City…
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Mercado del Rio – A Gastronomic Dining Destination in Medellin
Just along the northern edge of Ciudad del Rio you will find what is among the coolest dining destinations in…
5 Must See Parks in Bogotá
If you are a nature lover and you are staying in Bogotá, well… You’re in the right place. Did you…
Casa Museo Otraparte – One of the City’s Coolest Hidden Gems
During a recent visit to the lovely Jardines neighborhood in Envigado, I revisited one of the more obscure museums in Medellin,…
Exploring Jardines, Envigado – A Vibrant Dining Scene in this Hidden Garden
Have you heard of the “secret” garden down in Envigado with relaxing tree-lined streets full of incredible restaurants? Okay, so it’s…
Introducing Laureles – One of Medellin’s Best Neighborhoods
Laureles is located due west of downtown in the flat heart of the Valley of Aburra and has long been…
20 Vintage Photos that Will Change Your Understanding of Bogotá
When you walk Bogotá streets, something tells you what you are seeing is just a fraction of the whole story….
No Dar Papaya – Safety in Bogota
Colombia has the seventh most unequal distribution of wealth in the world. The booming economy over the past 15 years…
The Hard Truth About Renting an Apartment in Bogotá
If you are reading this in English you are most likely a foreigner trying to rent an apartment in Bogotá,…
The Best Place to Stay in Bogotá for Short and Long-Term Rentals
Bogotá attracts an incredibly diverse type of visitor looking for the best areas to stay in Bogotà. Tourists go to…