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Practical guides for planning the move, settling in, avoiding beginner mistakes, and understanding daily life in Colombia.
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20 Reasons to Move to Colombia (and 5 Reasons Not To)
Colombia has won over hundreds of thousands of expats — but it's not for everyone. Here's the honest case for moving, and the honest case against.
April 1, 2026
April 1, 2026
Why Americans Are Leaving the US and Moving to Colombia
Americans are leaving the US for Colombia in record numbers — and it's not just retirees. Here's why they're going, how to prepare, the real pros and cons, and what it actually...
March 31, 2026
Colombia’s Estrato System Explained: How It Affects Your Bills
Colombia’s estrato system classifies every building into tiers 1–6 and directly affects your utility bills, property taxes, and cost of living. Here’s how it works.
April 3, 2026
Colombian 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 s...
April 2, 2026
Where to Buy Groceries in Colombia: Every Supermarket, Market & App
The complete guide to where to buy groceries in Colombia — every supermarket chain, local market, and delivery app with real prices and honest recommendations.
March 31, 2026
Colombian Food Guide: 20 Dishes Every Expat Needs to Try (With Prices)
From bandeja paisa to street empanadas, here are 20 Colombian dishes you need to try — with real prices, where to find them, and what to order at every type of restaurant.
March 31, 2026
Colombian Slang: 50+ Words & Phrases Every Expat Needs to Know
Parce, bacano, chimba, rumba — Colombian Spanish is full of slang that no textbook teaches. Here are 50+ essential words and phrases every expat needs, with pronunciations and r...
March 31, 2026
How I Track My Credit in Colombia as a Foreigner Using MiDataCrédito
Your home country credit score is worthless in Colombia. Here’s how I use MiDataCrédito to track my credit, build my score with a cédula de extranjería, and why every expat shou...
March 31, 2026
Best Health Insurance in Colombia 2026: EPS vs Prepagada Compared (With Real Costs)
EPS vs Prepagada in Colombia — which health insurance is right for expats? Sura, Colsanitas, and Compensar compared with real costs, coverage, wait times, and how to sign up in...
April 3, 2026
Dating in Colombia as a Foreigner: What You Need to Know
Colombian dating culture is warm, passionate, and unlike anything most foreigners have experienced. Here's how to navigate it well.
April 2, 2026
Uber, 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.
March 31, 2026
How to Get a Colombian Driver's License as a Foreigner
Everything you need to know about getting a Colombian driver's license as a foreigner — requirements, costs, the medical exam, theory test, and step-by-step process.