The Lowdown on Medellin’s Flower Festival 2023

TLDR? The Medellin Flower Festival is an annual cultural event locals and tourists don’t dare miss. And for this year, expect rave parties and celebrations in gay bars.  The annual Feria de Las Flores, more commonly known as the Flower Festival, is an important historical festival that happens in the heart of Medellin. Medellin Flower […]

A Guide to the Best Gyms in Medellin

TLDR? Medellin offers a range of activities to help you stay fit. This includes some great gyms. Here is a list of the best gyms in the city! Fitness is a pretty big deal in Medellin, so big that the city’s main highway is shut down once a week so people can work out. And […]

Things to Do in Medellin: Hanging Out in Provenza

things to do in provenzaTLDR? 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.  The district is located within […]

7 Amazing Apps to Help You Get Around Medellin

Uber rideshare app in medellinWhen I first touched down in Medellin, I did what any American would do—called an Uber to come pick me up. However, as I’ve spent more time in the city, my paisa friends have quickly shown me other (cheaper!) apps that work just as well as Uber. If you like the convenience of organizing how […]

The Best Place to Go Shopping in Medellin

Shopping in MedellinTLDR? If it’s local fashion you want, Via Primavera is one of the best places to go shopping in Medellin. Want to pick something special up for your loved ones back at home? Rather than just grabbing a bag of coffee at the airport, explore Colombia’s rich artisanal heritage and pick the perfect gift. In […]