Cultural Insights

Dealing with Catcalling and Sexual Harassment in Colombia

Colombia. Tierra caliente. Everything caliente. I think that’s the general impression of the country in the eyes of foreigners. And…

6 years ago

How to Deal With Colombians’ Twisted Notion of Time

Hands up if you’re a foreigner having a hard time dealing with Colombian time! You’re not alone my friend! Colombians…

6 years ago

7 Ways Bogota Drives Me Insane

Many times over you have probably read my praises about Bogota, and Colombia in general, and all the wonderful things…

6 years ago

My Addiction To “ñapa”: Colombian Freebies

I know I recently wrote an article about the art of bargaining in Colombia, but I am so fascinated with…

6 years ago

Dating Colombian Men | What They Think They Want vs. What They Really Want

Over the past few years of living in Colombia, I've had a chance to observe many cultural differences, one of them…

7 years ago

6 Things No One Told You About Meeting People vs. Making Friends In Bogota

People in Colombia are known for being friendly. So naturally, you would think that meeting people and making friends would…

7 years ago

30 Reasons Why I Love Living in Bogota

I’ve officially been living in Bogota for over 2 years. And I still love it. Of course, it’s had its…

7 years ago

Confessions of Dating a Colombian Man

Colombian men and women are known for their good looks worldwide. However, good looks aren't the only thing Colombian men…

7 years ago

One Thing I Can’t Overcome: The Lack of Civil Education in Bogota

Living in the perfect, chaotic, dirty and crazy city that Bogota is, I still have managed to fall in love…

7 years ago

7 Colombian Bloggers Explain What Makes Colombia So Special

Are you deciding on your next big trip and need some convincing? Considering the dollar to Colombian peso exchange, it…

7 years ago