Simon Edwards 
Cartagena is one of Colombia’s most popular cities with tourists and visitor numbers continue to rise every year. With its incredible old town surrounded by colonial walls, rich culture, delicious food, lively party scene and dozens of beautiful, tropical islands … Read more
Cartagena attracts over 3.7 million visitors annually but reports indicate that serious crime has increased substantially in recent years. Should tourists be worried and is it still safe to visit the beautiful city of Cartagena today? I have lived in … Read more
Colombia is an incredibly diverse and vibrant country made up of dozens of unique regions, each with it´s very own local culture and flavor. This means visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to finding the perfect gift or … Read more
Choosing the right place to stay in Medellin is key to getting the most from the city. Poblado is the most popular choice and with good reason but it is worth considering other options depending on the experience you want, … Read more
Colombia has the second most national holidays in the world and many more regional festivals. There is almost always a reason to get together with friends and family to celebrate the past, the future, family, religion, culture and life. Each … Read more
Santa Marta is the perfect base for travelers to experience some of the most incredible beaches and wonderful Colombia has to offer. There are world-class beaches with crystal clear waters at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, full of … Read more
Visiting Medellin you will find incredibly fresh, tasty and nutritious ingredients in restaurants and markets across the city. This means even when keeping things simple, you can expect some good quality food. I have lived in Colombia for almost 15 … Read more
Medellin is one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the world and with good reason. The city offers so much for visitors with delicious food, spectacular views, amazing music, exciting adventures, fascinating history and much more. Originally from the … Read more
Colombia is an incredible country that offers expats a wonderful quality of life at a fraction of the cost faced by others in Europe or the US. Originally from the UK, I have lived in Medellin for 15 years and … Read more
After a long international flight, you will want to get to your hotel or apartment in the quickest and easiest way you can, without spending more than you have to. The international airport is situated 22 km from Poblado and … Read more