Travel tips for visiting and moving to Colombia — safety, transport, the best time to visit, what to pack, and how to get around.
15 guides
health
Colombia's pharmacy system works very differently from what most expats expect — here's exactly what you need to know about droguerías, OTC medications, prescriptions, and bringing your own meds from abroad.
Expat Life
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 should experience.
safety
Practical safety tips for foreigners in Colombia, based on real experience. Covers scams, neighborhoods, transport, ATMs, and what to do if something goes wrong.
Expat 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.
medellin
Guatapé, Jardín, Río Claro, and 7 more incredible escapes within 1–3 hours of Medellín. Real costs, how to get there, and which ones are worth an overnight.
Expat Life
Colombia’s tipping culture is different from the US. Here’s exactly when to tip, how much, and the one phrase you need to know: propina voluntaria.
Expat Life
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.
medellin
The complete guide to Medellín’s Metro, Metrocable, trams, buses, and ride-hailing apps. How to pay, what it costs, and the tips locals know.
Travel Tips
After living in Colombia, here’s exactly what I’d pack — and what I’d leave behind. The essential packing list for expats, digital nomads, and travelers heading to Colombia in 2026.
Travel Tips
Localiza is 30–50% cheaper than Hertz, Budget, and Sixt in Colombia, with 63 locations and a full app experience. Here’s my complete guide to renting a car as a foreigner.
colombia
Is Colombia safe for women traveling alone? Honest safety guide for solo female travelers in 2026 — neighborhoods, transport, scams to avoid, and real tips from women who live here.
colombia
When is the best time to visit Colombia? A month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and festivals across Medellín, Cartagena, the Coffee Region, and more.