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Canyoning at El Tagual in San Francisco, Antioquia

October 21, 2024

TLDR? San Francisco, Antioquia has some of the best canyoning and rappelling experiences out there. Are you a daredevil? Want try something a little wilder than hiking around Medellin? Then you should go canyoning at El Tagual in San Francisco! But how does someone go canyoning? How do you get

What to Know About Visiting Santa Rosa de Cabal

October 20, 2024

TLDR? Santa Rosa de Cabal is a great weekend escape if you want to enjoy some of Colombia’s best hot springs! Santa Rosa de Cabal is a municipality and town of Colombia in the department of Risaralda. It is located in the west-central part of Colombia and probably isn’t on

Mountain Park and Mirador El Cielo: Sabaneta’s Off-the-Grid Restaurant

October 19, 2024

TLDR? Mountain Park and Mirador El Cielo is an adventure park and outdoor restaurant in the south of Medellin. Sabaneta, a small town in Medellin that features trendy local neighborhoods, is an ideal destination if you want to get immersed in Colombian culture. And, you’ll also love that there are

Views From Above: A Helicopter Flight Over Guatapé

October 15, 2024

TLDR? The beautiful landscape of Guatape looks otherworldly from above, and a helicopter tour is the perfect way to see it! My partner might be a pilot, but I’m sure not. So, I decided to convince him it was time to take me on a helicopter tour of Guatapé. Now,

Hiking Up Morro Gacho in San Francisco, Antioquia

October 14, 2024

TLDR? If you’ve been skipping leg day for a while now, head over to Morro Gacho in San Francisco to get your workout in. San Francisco’s a small town close to the Medellin countryside, known for its stunning landscapes and trekking. Nothing surprising for a beautiful place surrounded by mountains,

A Brief History of Rionegro and the Surrounding Area

October 4, 2024

TLDR? Rionegro preserves tons of Colombian history — you’ll even be able to see conserved independence documents! Rionegro is a municipality in the region of Antioquia, close to Medellin. When we talk about Rionegro, we think about the international airport, the city’s downtown, and all the little towns surrounding it.

A Guide to Rionegro’s Museums

October 3, 2024

TLDR? You can visit all three of Rionegro’s museums on the same day while enjoying Rionegro’s central park! Rionegro’s a city about one hour away from Medellin, and you’ve probably already been there because the biggest airport in Medellin lies in Rionegro. This place has so much more to offer

The Best Places to Stay in Carmen de Viboral

October 1, 2024

TLDR? Even though you can just go for a day trip to Carmen de Viboral, there are also some great places to stay in the area. Carmen de Viboral is well known for its many ceramic workshops. Many people take a day trip to get there and then return to

Rionegro for Digital Nomads: Coworking in Medellin’s Nextdoor Neighbor

September 30, 2024

TLDR? It might be small, but Rionegro has some great coworking spots! According to these statistics, there are over 10.9 million freelancers in the US. In addition, the number of digital nomads has increased, especially in the aftermath of the global pandemic. This is because many of us had to

A Quick Guide to Necoclí: Antoquia’s Coastline

September 29, 2024

TLDR? From Medellin to Necoclí. A Paisa and coastal town in Antioquia. When you visit Medellin or anywhere in Antioquia, really, you don’t expect to find a small town with the sea in sight. That’s because most people think Antioquia is land-locked. However, there’s actually a small Antioquian town called

A Guide to White Water Rafting in Doradal

September 28, 2024

TLDR? White water rafting in Doradal is a great way to get outdoors and get your adrenaline pumping. If you don’t mind getting your shoes wet, it might be time to think about going to Doradal. Although this small town looks very delicate with its white cottages, cobbled alleys, and

How to Get to Carmen de Viboral from Medellin

September 26, 2024

TLDR? You can get to Carmen de Viboral by private car, tour group, or bus. Since the 90s, Carmen de Viboral has been known for precious pieces of art. As a result, many tourists visit this little town daily to buy ceramics, see the town’s beauty, and learn how to

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