Category: Plan Your Trip

Is Medellin a Safe Place to Visit? YES!

April 12, 2025
TLDR? Medellin is generally a safe place to visit as long as you use your common sense. You might have heard that Medellin was the murder capital of the world – thirty years ago! You may have also watched a brutal, bloody series on Netflix.  SPOILER ALERT. The series is
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How to Get a COVID-19 Test in Medellin

April 11, 2025
No time to read? Unidad Medica Centrolab is the most convenient place to get a COVID test in Medellin. For better or worse, COVID testing has become a common and necessary part of our lives, especially for travelers. And, if you’re traveling to Medellin, it’s important to know where to
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Cauca Viejo: A VIP Medellin Weekend Escape

April 7, 2025
No time to read? Cauca Viejo is a private village located just two hours outside of Medellin. There are some pretty cool places around Medellin if you know where to look for them. One of those hidden gems is Cauca Viejo. Now, anyone who knows a bit of Colombian geography
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A Perfect Stay at Loma Verde

April 3, 2025
Looking for quick answers? Loma Verde has fantastic amenities, is easy to reach, and is close to some of the best restaurants in Medellin! I have always loved arriving in Medellin. Right after the airport, you have one of the longest tunnels I have ever seen…and when you finally emerge…
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The Weather and What to Pack for Medellin

March 31, 2025
No time to read? Medellin’s weather is constantly changing, so pack clothes for a variety of different types of weather. If you’re wondering what the weather is like in Medellin, there’s a big clue in its official nickname: “the city of eternal spring”.  However, you might want to ask “whose
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Where to Stay in Medellin

Where to Stay in Medellin? Choosing Between Poblado and Laureles

March 30, 2025
Medellin’s got some fascinating neighborhoods to explore. And, one of the biggest attractions of Colombia’s second-largest city is the variety of vibes unfolding in the different barrios of this fast-moving mountain metropolis. The result is that when you go to Medellin, a big part of choosing which hotel to stay
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Make More Memories With a Medellín Motorcycle Tour

March 24, 2025
From Highway 56 you can see the skyscrapers of Medellín poke out above the clouds while eating a fresh chicken empanada. This was a view and experience I almost missed because I had a lot of work in the city. Nevertheless, when Jenson from Medellín Sports Rentals called me on
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Help! I’m Hurt! How to Go to the Doctor in Medellin

March 21, 2025
Need fast answers? You can get most medications OTC in Colombia and can visit any urgent care even if you don’t have local insurance. If you’re unlucky enough to get hurt while in Medellin, it can leave you in a panic. But don’t worry. Going to the doctor in Medellin
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Tours in Medellin

A Quick Look at the Best Tours in Medellin

March 14, 2025
TLDR? The best tours in Medellin are ones that showcase the city and it’s unique history. One of the reasons that people stay in Medellin for so long is that there are so many fantastic things to do in the city. And, that’s not to mention the surrounding area! Many
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The Best Time to Visit Medellin

March 11, 2025
TLDR? The best time to visit Medellin is in August since that’s when Medellin’s big flower festival takes place! Medellin’s got great weather all year round and a cultural scene that changes from month to month. But, with things going on all the time and good weather year-round, when should
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