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The History of the Medellin Airport Tunnel

December 25, 2023

TLDR? The airport tunnel allows you to go from Medellin to the international airport in approximately 30 minutes, which used to take almost an hour! Significant advances in Medellin’s infrastructure have allowed the city to stand out and achieve beneficial changes in the different neighborhoods. One of these mega-projects has

The Curious Case of Colombia’s Hippos

December 17, 2023

TLDR? Colombia is home to hippos, but they’re an invasive species that was introduced in the 1980s. Like many areas of the world, Colombia’s ecosystems are not completely pristine or unaltered by human activity. There are several challenging problems faced by the country. They’ll have to be met to preserve

All About the Antioquia World Coffee Summit

December 9, 2023

TLDR? If you want to know about Medellin’s coffee economy, the Antioquia world coffee summit will make you a connoisseur. If you ever visit Medellín, you’ll no doubt encounter the aroma of fresh Colombian coffee drifting through the air. Colombians love the caffeinated drink so much they organized an entire

Alto de San Miguel: The Medellín River’s Birthplace

November 24, 2023

TLDR? Alto de San Miguel is considered a Regional Protective Forest Reserve and is home to 16% of Colombia’s biodiversity! The Medellin River crosses the City of Eternal Spring, and around this urban waterway, events such as the December lightings have been held. Plus, not to mention, Parques del Río

Spending A Day Along Medellin’s River Park

November 20, 2023

The beautiful public spaces in Medellin are one of the great aspects of the city that make it one of the most visually attractive places you can go to. There are all kinds of parks popping up all over the metropolitan area, many of them built in eco-friendly ways that

Parroquia San Jose: One of Downtown Medellin’s Best Churches

November 19, 2023

Medellin, like much of Latin America, has some great examples of beautiful colonial architecture within its boundaries. This is oftentimes especially true of the downtown area, which hosts much of the historical architecture in the city. When you’re talking about colonial architecture, much of the time you’ve got to be

Exploring COMFAMA Claustro San Ignacio

November 18, 2023

Most people come to Medellin and spend time in either the Poblado or Laureles neighborhood. There’s nothing wrong with that, since these places amount to being the artistic and cultural centerpieces of the city! That being said, downtown Medellin is surely due to blowing up to some degree or another.

Enjoying Jericó With the La Nohelia Experience

November 16, 2023

Jericó is one of Antioquia’s most picturesque and classical towns. It has a long tradition of coffee cultivation which has manifested with a number of ecotourism establishments that allow you to experience this culture firsthand. My personal favorite is La Nohelia. Not only is it a fun and unique look

Staying Covered in Colombia: Meet Medellín’s #1 Insurance Provider

November 15, 2023

TLDR? If you’re looking for complete health insurance in Medellin, Angela Berrio Seguros has got you covered! Most Americans are well-versed in the importance of insurance policies. They keep our cars, houses, and families safe! The trouble is when you’re traveling abroad, taking out an insurance policy can start to

Things to Do at Night in Medellin

October 15, 2023

When I first stepped foot in Medellin, I realized that despite being a city dedicated to green tourism, it’s no slouch when it comes to its nightlife, in fact, going out at night is a must. Whether you’re a party soul looking for wild nights out or just want to

rest area in landmark hotel overlooking the manila neighborhood

Manila Neighborhood Review

October 14, 2023

TLDR? Manila is a neighborhood that has all kinds of services at hand, and is specialized in good food! Medellin is a city full of tourist sectors and each one is distinguished by one specialty or another, whether it’s gastronomy, history, or nightlife. El Poblado is a highly popular district

Things to Do in Medellin: Hanging Out in Provenza

September 26, 2023

TLDR? Provenza is a popular neighborhood in Medellin where you can go to bars, eat great food, or just hang out! Provenza is the heart of Medellin’s entertainment scene. So, needless to say, when I first stepped foot in the barrio as a backpacker, I was there almost every night.

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