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Gabriel Garcia Marquez quotes have the ability to move, to inspire and engage. The Colombian author’s work has moved generations of people to write and travel, and I can say for me personally, he inspired me to live in Colombia. Here are just a handful…
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They say that truth is often stranger than fiction and that is often the case in Colombia. The history of the country is so colourful, so downright unbelievable and often bewildering that no one could possibly make these stories up. The same goes with the Colombian coffee…
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Moving to Colombia was a leap in the deep end for Viktoria, both figuratively and literally. The Austrian travel blogger and dive enthusiasts has found herself living in Colombia thanks to a study abroad program. She’s about to leave the country, but not without one last big…
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One of the hardest things to do after a big trip is to get over the nostalgia you feel after that great travel buzz. I’ve had so much fun travelling to Colombia over the years but there are things that I definitely miss and have…
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This travel blog has been a real labour of love for me. I’ve been excitedly sharing stories about Colombia and attempting, from this humble piece of cyber real estate, to inspire people to learn more about a country that is too often stereotyped and misunderstood. Through videos, blog posts,…
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Image: Antonio J. Velez Q/CreativeComms Guadalajara de Buga is the formal name for this old city in Colombia founded in 1555 under the order of Spanish conquistador Sebastián de Belalcázar. Buga is most famous for the Basílica del Señor de los Milagros which houses El Señor…
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The travel industry is growing by leaps and bounds – that’s no secret! While the concept of holidaying remains more or less the same, a lot has changed when it comes to the way it is planned and executed. Gone are the days when holidays…
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Iaki Vallejo credits the loud stereos that blasted salsa tunes in her hometown of Cali for inspiring her to take steps toward a musical career. Her love of local rhythms and musical styles has taken her from Colombia to around the world. She lived in Italy for more than…
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Colombia is the only country in South America that has coasts along two oceans – the Atlantic and the Pacific. The Atlantic coast is extremely popular among tourists since it’s where Colombia’ most famous destinations are: Cartagena de Indias, San Andres Island and the Tayrona National…
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One thing I absolutely love about blogging is the fact that you can become part of a community of people from all around the world through your love of a shared topic. For me, I’ve been lucky enough to connect with and share stories about…
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It’s dusk and the light breeze is warm on my skin. A woman walks by in colourful shades of red, yellow and blue with a bowl of fruit on her head. “Melon, mango, pineapple!” she calls, as she walks slowly down the cobbled street. Colonial-style…
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I am a walking caricature of a Latina. I have curly dark hair, brown eyes, tan skin and hips that knock cups off tables. But even with my stereotypical Latina features, last name and my irrational anger for subpar flan, I have always felt like…
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Image: Carlos Caicedo/Flickr One of the greatest things about travel (at least for me) is learning about, and eating copious amounts of, the local food. And Cali is not exception. While the city is well known for salsa dancing and elaborate festivals, Cali is also…
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Now, it may not be one of the most popular destinations among tourists in Colombia, but there are a surprising number of things to do in Cali. And while it is known as the salsa capital of the world, Cali has more on offer than…
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I received a Facebook message last week about how to find cheap flights to Colombia, so I thought I’d write a helpful little post for anyone else looking to save some money on their flights to Colombia (hello, all of us!). The person who got…
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