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More and more pensioners are retiring to Colombia, according to the United States’ Social Security Administration, which sent 6,704 retirement checks to expat pensioners in Colombian cities in 2017 alone. That’s an...
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In a café in the Laureles district of Medellin, Jhon Carlos is describing the moment that he first met Pablo Escobar. “I was a teenage criminal; he was the king of cocaine....
Safety and security always come up when people mention Colombia. Thirty years ago, when Cali and Medellin were battlegrounds for their respective and rival cartels, murder and mayhem led to the country...
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We list the most English-speaking countries in Central America from the easiest and most obvious on down. If you’re finding Spanish difficult, this article might be for you.A few of our articles...
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Are you planning an international trip to climb Mount Kilimanjaro or do a safari in Africa? Or perhaps you’re heading to a Costa Rican jungle to zipline, raft or see some monkeys....
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"I had a great experience working in corporate America," says Faye Tillery. "My only issue was the inability to be able to enjoy life in the way I chose to—having to put...
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The Santa Marta region of northern Colombia has, within a ninety minute radius, the Caribbean, the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada, desert with plentiful cactus, and rain forest. The diversity of...
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Protect yourself from dengue fever in Central America. This guide covers symptoms, prevention tips, treatment, and advice for traveling to high-risk areas during the rainy season.The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) recently...
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If you're planning to take a tropical vacation this summer, you'll want to take note of the latest travel advice from the Government of Canada. Canada has issued and updated travel advisories...
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Home to world-renowned cities that span from the Caribbean to the heart of the Andes, Colombia has cemented itself as one of South America’s most dazzling tourist destinations since the dawn of...
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Share The Article Last Updated 1 month agoIf you're looking for great culture, amazing beaches, and a low cost of living, these are the best Latin American countries with digital nomad visas...
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Your Ultimate Freedom PlanToday let’s talk about a real game-changer for anyone looking to diversify their real estate holdings and have a solid Plan B. Recently, I spent some time watching a...
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I was surrounded by hundreds, maybe thousands of pieces of pre-Columbian gold artefacts. Gleaming shapes representing jaguars, snakes, condors and all manner of anthropomorphic figures stared blankly at me, fixed side by...
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For many Americans, the fact that they have a shiny blue passport is what should lend them entry anywhere. As most folks know, migrants in the Americas are opting to come to...
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While landscapes across Colombia span from the sprawling grasslands of Los Llanos to the sparkling shores of Chocó, few regions across the nation can match the visual splendor of the Andes. Spanning...
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Share The Article Last Updated 50 seconds agoSummer is right round the corner, and if you've been dreaming of piña coladas by the seaside, basking in the sun in some tropical weather...
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Translated by Andrés Martínez ForeroA recent report from the Colombian Chamber of E-Commerce (CCCE) provided an in-depth analysis of the current state of tourism in Colombia, highlighting Bogotá as the second favorite...
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Often overshadowed by its ever-popular neighbour Salento, sleepy Filandia – despite its colourful architecture, beautiful cafetera views and friendly locals – remains largely undiscovered by tourists. From world-class restaurants to secret waterfalls,...
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Some flight deals seem too good to be true. $26 for a one-way ticket from London to Rome? $29 from Boston to Miami? $44 from Denver to New York?Such flights, all on...
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According to statements by the Minister of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, Germán Umaña, the commitment is to promote sustainable, productive, and inclusive tourism, for the benefit of all involved in the industry...
