Medellín, Colombia is a place very close to my heart. During the months I lived there in 2013, I wrote in great detail about my experiences and these posts are one of the primary ways many readers find their way…
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Chiang Mai vs. Medellin: What Digital Nomads Are Saying
I feel rather fortunate to have called both Chiang Mai, Thailand and Medellín, Colombia my home in recent years. Before I ever knew what a digital nomad was, I found my way to Chiang Mai looking to teach English. Almost…
Medellín, Colombia: My Favorite Things
Not sure what to do in Medellín, Colombia? I understand–it’s a big city, and knowing where to start can be tough, especially if you’ve got limited time to spend there. But never fear, because today is your lucky day. I’ve…
Kicking Ass, Taking Names: ATV Riding in the Hills of Guarne with Medellin Adventure Trails
“Bring an extra set of clothes,” he said, “so we can enjoy the mud.” I couldn’t help but grin, my heart racing in anticipation. We agreed on a 1pm pickup time Sunday afternoon–that would surely give us enough time to…
Practical Safety Tips for Women Traveling in Medellin, Colombia
“It is just as safe for a woman to backpack around the world as any man!” – Some Travel Blog Written By A Man Not to sound like a cynic or anything, but I just don’t believe this idea to…
Guatapé, Colombia: Where Everything, And Nothing, Is Possible
“So, what did you do in Guatapé?” our friends inquired. It shouldn’t have been a hard question to answer. We surely had something to show for a four-day trip. “Uhhh…not much.” The looks of skepticism shot back at us were…
The Ten Commandments of Carnaval de Barranquilla
Cold air blasted from all directions, as if on cue, just moments after we settled into our seats. I appraised my friend Alex’s attire and concluded that he would undoubtedly freeze in the thirteen air-conditioned hours we’d spend on that…
Carnaval de Barranquilla in 40 Weird and Wonderful Photographs
You know those experiences in life that just seem to transcend any sort of written or verbal explanation? I’m sure you’re familiar–they leave you dumbfounded, stuttering like a fool (or staring blankly at a computer screen) at even the slightest…
Day Tripping in Santa Fe de Antioquia
Within a week of my arrival to Medellín, I found myself strolling the cobblestone main square of historic Santa Fe de Antioquia for the first time. The bustling center was awash with the warm amber glow of streetlights as the…
Month in Review: February 2015
I don’t know about you guys, but for me February seemed to come and go in the blink of an eye. How on Earth do two absent days feel so significant? I’m inching ever-closer to my departure from Medellín, so…
