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Beat Your Mile Time With the Best 5K Routes in Laureles

May 18, 2025

TLDR? There are some great 5K routes in Laureles, especially the Universidad Pontifica Bolivariana loop! Thanks to its eternal spring-like weather, Medellin is a great place to go for a run and try to beat your 5K time. Especially during the morning and evening, the temperature in Medellin is ideal

Finding Fernando Botero at Medellín’s Museo de Antioquia

May 17, 2025

Honestly, I’m not the kind of person who hits all the museums when I travel. While I enjoy art and history, wandering around exhibit halls usually gets me thinking about lunch. However, after being taken by a friend, the Museo de Antioquia ended up being one of my favorite experiences

Laureles Living on La 70: A Guide to Factory Lofts

May 16, 2025

Laureles has become popular with travelers who want a more authentic Medellín experience that’s still fun, relaxing, and safe. Unfortunately, it can be a little harder to find short and long-term stays here than in more touristy neighborhoods like Poblado. My recommendation? Whether you’re just in Laureles for a couple

Vegan for Every Budget: The Top Vegan Food in Medellin

May 15, 2025

TLDR? The best vegan restaurant in Medellin is Kaime. Although Colombia is famous for its chicharron (pork), Medellin is quickly becoming known for its vegan scene. Poblado and Laureles, two of the most popular neighborhoods for ex-pats and tourists, are full of a variety of vegan spots. Particularly in Poblado,

PADI in Poblado: The Diver’s Guide to Medellin

May 14, 2025

Need answers fast? The best dive center in Poblado is Aquarius Diving Club. They say scuba diving is a poison – once you get started, you can’t stop. I’d definitely have to agree! If you’re one of the many people who have become hooked on the thrill of life under

Smash Cafe: Fresh Food At Your Fingertips

May 13, 2025

One thing I’ve noticed about Colombia is they really love their juices and fruits. If you walk down the street of almost any city (including Medellin) you will run into a street vendor. But, Smash takes its food and drinks to another level. Anyone from the East Coast and West

7 Foods from Medellín You Have to Try (And Where to Get Them)

May 12, 2025

No time to read? One must-try food from Medellin is the Bandeja Paisa. When you think of Colombian food, what do you think of? If you’re like most people…nothing. I know that I at least had absolutely no idea what to expect in terms of food when I came to

Aguardiente Antioqueño: What’s The Big Deal?

May 11, 2025

TLDR? Aguardiente is the national drink of Colombia and is made out of sugar cane. One of the first things any self-respecting Colombian will do after you touch down is to invite you out for a cup of guaro. Guaro, the popular nickname for Aguardiente, is the national drink of

Scuba Diving in Medellin: The Diver’s Guide to Laureles

May 10, 2025

No time to read? Ciudad Marina is the best dive shop in Laureles. Most of the dive shops you’ll find scattered around Medellín are located in El Poblado. However, that’s not to say that there aren’t dive shops in the other major sector in Medellín: Laureles. If you’re living in

Netflix and Narcos: 5 Narcos Film Locations to Visit in Medellín

May 9, 2025

No time to read? Barrio Pablo Escobar and Memorial Park are two sobering film locations you can visit to learn a bit more about Medellin’s history. If you’re a fan of the popular Netflix series Narcos you know that Pablo Escobar’s empire was ruled out of Antioquia. And, what’s the

The Top Fine Dining Restaurants in Medellin

May 7, 2025

Short on time? Carmen Restaurante is the top fine-dining spot in Medellin. Ultra-proud of their pork-heavy platters, paisas have traditionally ranked the experience of eating out on quantity over quality. As a result, until recently, it’s been hard for visitors to find a restaurant worthy of a four or five-star

Baila Baby: Where to Take Dance Classes in Medellín

May 6, 2025

TLDR? Dance Free is the best place to take dance classes in Medellin. One major part of Colombian culture is dance classes and dancing. That’s true regardless of whether you’re dancing bachata, salsa, reggaeton, or something else. So, what better thing to do in Medellin than learn to dance? With

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