August 5, 2026 11:24 am

Curaçao: a Good Island Vacation Destination from Colombia

Jeff takes us to Curaçao, one of the Caribbean’s better-kept secrets. In many ways it’s a better island vacation destination from Colombia than San Andres.

Federal Ribs: a Chain of Good Rib Joints in Medellín

Jeff takes us to Federal Ribs, which is a chain of restaurants in Medellín specializing in BBQ ribs with some tasty ribs.

Popular Neighborhoods for Expats Living in Medellín

We look at preliminary survey results to see which are the most popular neighborhoods in Medellín for expats living in the city and if they rent or buy.

El Dorado Spanish School: Spanish Classes Designed for You

El Dorado Spanish School is located in Envigado and was founded three years ago by a Colombian-Polish couple, Robinson and Ewa.

Medellín is Becoming a Popular Location for Digital Nomads

Many expats living in Medellín work remotely for a company in another country, which is known as being digital nomads with a location independent jobs.

Medellín Living Reader Survey 2016

Medellín Living is running our first ever reader survey to get to know our readers better and find out how to improve the site. Please help us by responding

Mercado del Rio: the New Gastronomic Market in Medellín

Jeff takes us to Mercado del Rio, which is a large gastronomic market that opened recently in Medellín with nearly 40 restaurants, food stores and bars.

More U.S. Fast Food Coming to Colombia – Wingstop is Next

Wingstop is the next U.S. fast food chain coming to Colombia and other chains that opened in Medellín recently have already opened second locations.

The Best Medellín Neighborhoods (2016 Update)

Jeff updates a popular post looking at the best Medellín neighborhoods for foreigners, including El Poblado, Envigado, Laureles, Belén and Sabaneta.

Siembra Coworking on Calle 10

Siembra is a new coworking space located on Calle 10 in Poblado, near cafes, restaurants and public transportation. They've been open for almost two months and are focused on intercultural, interdisciplinary coworking that leads to better networking, connections, and work environments.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Celestino Hotel

Experts in comfortable hotel stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Loma Verde!

Experts in long and short term stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Soul Lifestyle

Experts in short and long term stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Casacol Medellin!

Experts in long and short term stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Marquee Hotel

Experts in Luxury hotel stays.