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Travel tips for visiting and moving to Colombia — safety, transport, the best time to visit, what to pack, and how to get around.
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healthApril 4, 2026Colombia Pharmacy Guide: OTC Meds, Prescriptions & Safety
What expats should know before buying medicine in Colombia, from flexible pharmacy practice to controlled-medication documentation and INVIMA checks.
Expat lifeApril 3, 2026Colombian Holidays & Festivals: Every Major Celebration in 2026
Colombia has 18 public holidays — more than almost any country on earth. Here's your complete guide to the 2026 calendar, puentes festivos, and the major festivals every expat should experience.
safetyApril 2, 2026How to Stay Safe in Colombia: 15 Practical Tips for Foreigners
Practical safety tips for foreigners in Colombia, based on real experience. Covers scams, neighborhoods, transport, ATMs, and what to do if something goes wrong.
Expat guideApril 2, 2026Uber, InDrive & Taxis in Colombia: Complete Transport App Guide
InDrive, Uber, DiDi, or a traditional taxi — here's which app to use in each Colombian city, how to negotiate the best fare on InDrive, and how to ride safely as a foreigner.
medellinMarch 31, 202610 Best Day Trips From Medellín (Ranked by a Local)
Guatapé, Jardín, Río Claro, and 7 more incredible escapes within 1–3 hours of Medellín. Real costs, how to get there, and which ones are worth an overnight.
Expat lifeMarch 31, 2026Tipping in Colombia: When, How Much, and Who to Tip
Colombia’s tipping culture is different from the US. Here’s exactly when to tip, how much, and the one phrase you need to know: propina voluntaria.
Expat lifeMarch 31, 2026Colombian Food Guide: 20 Must-Try Dishes, Prices & Street Food
A practical Colombian food guide with must-try dishes, real prices, street-food safety tips, arepas, bandeja paisa, and what to order first.
medellinMarch 31, 2026Medellín Metro & Transport Guide: How to Get Around Like a Local
The complete guide to Medellín’s Metro, Metrocable, trams, buses, and ride-hailing apps. How to pay, what it costs, and the tips locals know.
Travel tipsMarch 31, 2026What to Pack for Colombia: The Only Packing List You Need
After living in Colombia, here’s exactly what I’d pack — and what I’d leave behind. The essential packing list for expats, digital nomads, and travelers heading to Colombia in 2026.
Travel tipsMarch 31, 2026How to Rent a Car in Colombia: Why I Use Localiza (And You Should Too)
Localiza is 30–50% cheaper than Hertz, Budget, and Sixt in Colombia, with 63 locations and a full app experience. Here’s my complete guide to renting a car as a foreigner.
colombiaMarch 31, 2026Is Colombia Safe for Solo Female Travelers? The Honest Truth
Is Colombia safe for women traveling alone? Honest safety guide for solo female travelers in 2026 — neighborhoods, transport, scams to avoid, and real tips from women who live here.
colombiaMarch 30, 2026Best Time to Visit Colombia — Month by Month Weather & Travel Guide
When is the best time to visit Colombia? A month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and festivals across Medellín, Cartagena, the Coffee Region, and more.