San Javier: Safety, History & Demographics (2019 Update)

San Javier (Comuna 13) is a mostly residential, lower income area occupying the hills at the western edge of Medellín,…

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6 Christmas Charity Activities in Medellín

December in Medellín is filled with plenty of festive events, as well as the opportunity to indulge in Colombian culture…

6 years ago

Paisa Traditions: Día de las Velitas

December 7th marks the unofficial start of Christmas celebrations in Colombia. Día de las Velitas – meaning ‘Day of Little…

6 years ago

8 Cheap Places to Eat in Poblado (2019 Update)

We take a look at five cheap places to eat in Poblado.

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Fun New Year’s Eve Traditions in Colombia

While for many people December 31st is spent dressed in something sparkly, shouting over loud music, and knocking back too…

6 years ago

Best Cafes in Laureles, Medellín: 2019 Update

Colombia is the second biggest exporter of coffee in the world, and so naturally, thousands of tourists flock to the…

6 years ago

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Medellín

Living in another country comes with plenty of perks but it also comes with the difficulty of missing out on…

6 years ago

December in Medellín: How to Celebrate the Holidays Like a Paisa

December is arguably the best month on the calendar – it features both Christmas and New Year, meaning time off…

6 years ago

Medellin Living 2019 Reader Survey

It's been three years since we last asked you what you want to know about Medellín and what you enjoy…

6 years ago

The Best Health Food Stores in Medellín

Despite its growing status as a must-see destination, one of the most common complaints travelers have about Colombia is its…

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