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Scams in Colombia Targeting Foreigners (And How to Avoid Them)
A complete guide to scams targeting foreigners in Colombia — from escopolamina to fake police, taxi tricks, and rental fraud — and exactly how to avoid each one.
April 7, 2026
April 6, 2026
The Best Free Online Marketplace in Colombia for Buying, Selling & Renting
A free, bilingual online marketplace for Colombia. Post housing, electronics, vehicles, or furniture — no commissions, no fees, with built-in messaging and auto-translation.
April 7, 2026
Retiring in Colombia from the UK or Canada: Pensions, Taxes & What's Different
A practical guide for UK and Canadian retirees: frozen pensions, CPP/OAS portability, tax treaties, healthcare options, and what your pension actually buys in Colombia.
April 6, 2026
Colombia Cost of Living 2026: What $1,500/Month Actually Gets You
What does $1,500/month actually get you in Colombia in 2026? Real prices, real budget breakdown, every category — from a three-year expat who tracks every peso.
April 6, 2026
We Built Colombia's Craigslist — And Made It Better
I used Craigslist for everything in the US. When I moved to Colombia, nothing like it existed. So we built something better — free, bilingual, and built for this community.
April 6, 2026
How I Used AI to Find the Right Medellín Neighborhood for My Lifestyle
Every Medellín neighborhood guide says the same thing. I used AI to filter for what actually mattered to me — walkability, rent budget, and local vibes. Here's what happened.
April 7, 2026
Learning Salsa in Colombia: Classes, Clubs & Culture
A practical guide to learning salsa in Colombia — Cali schools, Medellín clubs, what to expect in your first class, and why you should not leave without trying.
April 7, 2026
Living in Medellín: The Honest Expat Guide
The real guide to living in Medellín — costs, neighborhoods, safety, healthcare, and the downsides nobody talks about. Written by someone who actually lives here.
April 7, 2026
Permanent Residency (Visa R) in Colombia: Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about Colombia's Visa R for permanent residency — who qualifies, what it costs, required documents, and the path to citizenship.
April 7, 2026
Expat Mental Health, Loneliness & Culture Shock in Colombia
Culture shock, loneliness, and mental health challenges hit most Colombia expats harder than expected. Here's what to expect, where to get help, and what actually works.
April 7, 2026
How to Get a Cedula de Extranjeria in Colombia
Everything you need to know about getting your cedula de extranjeria in Colombia — the 15-day deadline, appointment booking trick, costs, and what to bring.
April 7, 2026
Colombia vs Mexico for Expats & Digital Nomads
An honest, first-person comparison of Colombia and Mexico for expats and digital nomads — covering cost of living, visas, safety, healthcare, and quality of life.