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Your Guide To Taking The Bus From City To City In Colombia

April 30, 2024

TLDR? There are lots of intercity buses that depart from Medellín, which you can take to get around Antioquia or the rest of the country! Ah, the bus. Sometimes bemoaned, existentially omnipresent, perhaps misunderstood. But it’s the always-there-when-you-need-it member of common transportation options. The bus can get a bad rap

Enjoying Jungle Life in Jardin Circunvalar

April 25, 2024

TLDR? Jardin Circunvalar is a famous ecopark in Medellín where you can enjoy a bit of nature without straying too far from the city. Experiencing the beautiful landscapes in Medellin is one of the best ways to enjoy your vacation. And it’s definitely a bonus when you get to meet

All About the Edificio Plaza de la Libertad

April 24, 2024

TLDR? If you want to see modern architecture, technology, and good taste, the Edificio Plaza de la Libertad brings them all together. Medellin is not just about lush green landscapes and nature reserves. It also has a modernized and industrial side, especially in the city proper. You’ll be surprised to

How to Get to Segovia from Medellín

April 22, 2024

TLDR? You can get to Segovia from Medellin by private car, bus, taxi, or private transportation. Antioquia has so many different things to keep you busy you might find you want to extend to your stay in the country! A trip to Segovia is a great reason to hang around

All About Where to Eat in Barbosa, Antioquia

April 21, 2024

TLDR? In Barbosa, you can find American and paisa-style breakfasts accompanied by the best coffee in the world. If you’re in Medellin looking for a weekend escape, look no further: Barbosa, Antioquia is the perfect destination. This beautiful town close to the capital city has different pleasant spaces with good

Unwinding at the Kanaloa Parque Acuatico Outside Medellín

April 12, 2024

TLDR? Kanaloa Parque Acuatico is one of the best water parks just outside of Medellin. It’s summer in Medellin, and you’re looking for the best way to unwind and have fun. You’re in luck! My Colombian friend recommended Kanaloa Parque Acuatico, and I’m really glad she did. Kanaloa Parque Acuatico

Puebliando: How to Rent a Car and Road Trip Around Medellín

April 8, 2024

TLDR? There are tons of amazing pueblos around Medellin, so if you rent a car, you can plan a pretty incredible road trip! If you’ve spent much time in Medellín, you’ve inevitably heard about the magic of the nearby pueblos antioqueños. Maybe you’ve even visited Pueblito Paisa and now want

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Envigado

April 6, 2024

TLDR? The perfect escape from the hectic city of Medellin, an encounter with an authentic calm town. Envigado is to Medellín what Brooklyn is to New York. While the distinction between Medellín and Envigado may seem unclear at first, you’ll start a notice a more residential mood and warmer inhabitants.

How to Get to San Carlos From Medellín

April 1, 2024

TLDR? San Carlos is an awesome place for a natural getaway from Medellin and is accessible by bus, car, and other modes of transport! Sometimes, all you need is a break from the hustle and bustle of Medellín, if only just for a weekend. If your perfect vacation includes relaxing

A Bit About Medellín’s Corregimientos

March 30, 2024

TLDR? Medellin is not only the capital of fashion, it also owns the largest corregimiento in Colombia. Medellin is a bigger city than you think. Like many Colombian cities, Medellin’s urban areas are divided into comunas, which are then divided into neighborhoods. Outside the comunas are the corregimientos, the rural

The Best Places to Grab a Coffee or a Meal in Segovia

March 26, 2024

TLDR? If you head out to Segovia, you have some great places to grab an authentic Colombian meal or a hot coffee. The traditional Antioquian town of Segovia imparts an authentic Colombian experience to its visitors, especially through their guided tours. The local mining industry is at the heart of

The Best Place to Go Camping in Segovia

March 25, 2024

TLDR? A breath from the city and noise, and an encounter with nature. that is Segovia! You might think you won’t be able to find a comfortable hotel or good place to camp in a small town far away from the city. Luckily, this isn’t the case in Segovia. Even

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