The story of Medellin is an interesting one. Who would have thought that in a lifetime it would turn from a war zone between cartels and gangs to a digital nomad enclave? Nowhere in the city is that more evident than Comuna 13. Once the most dangerous part of the city, it's now bustling with … [Read more...] about Visiting Medellin’s Comuna 13
Colombia
I Get the Hype of Medellin
Before I went to Colombia, I'd heard a lot about Medellin, perhaps more than any other city in the country. It's big with the digital nomad crowd and has developed a sort of industry to cater to them with hostels and apartments with high-speed Internet and restaurants appealing to a global palate. … [Read more...] about I Get the Hype of Medellin
Cartagena: The Miami of Colombia
I knew that when planning my trip, I wanted to get at least a quick glimpse of the Caribbean coast, as it differs so greatly from the rest of the country. And I'm so glad I did, despite the weather so hot it left me breathless and the struggle to get there. The journey to Colombia didn't exactly … [Read more...] about Cartagena: The Miami of Colombia
Where I Slept in Colombia
My two-week-long trip through Colombia was certainly memorable but started with some hiccups. My flight was delayed a number of times before being canceled and rebooked for the following day. So instead of staying at Habitel Select at the Bogota Airport, which I had arranged, I spent the night on … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in Colombia