Living in Bogota

Learn what it’s like living in Bogota and the challenges is presents. I’ve been an expat here since 2014 and I enjoy living in Bogota more and more with each passing day. Here, I share pieces of my experience living in Bogota, Colombia. From romance, to getaways, to food and cultural observations, you’ll find a pieces of my life in Bogota.

How The Colombian Class System Works And Who Belongs Where

It’s not India, but let’s be honest, there is a pretty well-defined class system in Colombia. If you want to…

5 years ago

Awkward Observations Of The Colombian Class System

I haven’t seen any foreigners share their experience of living in Bogota and the discuss the weird, sad, shameful and…

5 years ago

Your Ultimate Guide To Buying Emeralds In Bogota

Whether you're really into jewelry, are looking to buy that perfect engagement ring or just want a really memorable souvenir,…

5 years ago

Colombian Politeness 101: Learn The Art Of Saying ‘F*ck You’ With A Smile

I know this is another one of those articles that I’m going to get hung for. But I’m just going…

5 years ago

30 Nostalgic Mecato Colombiano (Colombian Snacks)

Mecato, is the Colombian term for all those finger-licking Colombian snacks and Colombian candy you'll find on street carts. Eaten at…

5 years ago

Comparing The BEST Prepaid SIM Card Plans In Colombia

If you are traveling to Colombia and can’t live without your internet and phone, then you must currently be on…

5 years ago

10 Things I’ve Learned From Dating A Colombian Woman

This is a guest post by Steve Dillon, Blogger of Other Way Around (find out more about Steve down below)…

5 years ago

The 10 Types of Colombians That Live Abroad

After having lived abroad with a Colombian for MANY years, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many different types of…

5 years ago

How To Dial A Colombian Landline From Your Colombian Cellphone

When I first moved to Colombia, I didn’t understand why every time I would try to dial a landline it…

5 years ago

Visiting The Tatacoa Desert On A 3-Day Weekend

On one of the many long weekend holidays in Colombia, we finally mustered up the courage to drive all the…

5 years ago