"What struck me right away was how quickly the scenery changed, going from the hot, dry Caribbean coast into the cooler, greener mountains of the Magdalena region felt almost like crossing into a completely different country."
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Kickin’ It Across Continents – My Love Affair with Football
"Football, in most countries, is the national sport and one in which kids from an early age learn to play and master over the years. Whether its’ a city street, a dirt field, or turf glass, football is an adaptable sport to any kind of climate which is why its’ such a famed world sport."
A Timeless Ode to Sampling Colombian Fruits and Juices
"It is also one of the best ways to deal with the heat and humidity you may experience while visiting or living in Colombia is to cool yourself down with a delicious fruit juice. It is also much healthier and refreshing than having soda, tea, or coffee instead."
Bahía Solano & Nuquí – Colombia’s Hidden Pacific Paradise (On My Radar)
"Discover why Bahía Solano and Nuquí on Colombia’s Pacific coast are emerging as must-visit destinations. Here’s what makes them special and why they’re on my travel radar."
A Memorable Weekend in Santa Marta, Colombia
"I say that it’s an ‘undiscovered gem’ because it usually flies under the radar when compared to its’ coastal counterparts of Cartagena and Barranquilla. Still though, for Colombians and foreigners alike on vacation, Santa Marta has a lot to offer its’ visitors."
A View From The Top at El Peñón de Guatapé
"To me, that’s part of the beauty of Colombia in that there are so many varied landscapes. You could sometimes wonder whether or not you’re in a different country entirely depending on if you’re in Atlantico or in Antioquia."
Hay Vida En Las Calles (There Is Life In The Streets)
"While life in the streets cannot be found everywhere, I found this prevalent attitude consistent in many towns and cities during my travels in Latin America."
Cartagena v. San Andres Island – A Comparison
"While these destinations are similar in many respects, they are still unique in a number of ways. Depending on what you’re looking for in a tropical destination, both San Andres and Cartagena have a lot to offer for the average traveler."
Riding on the CooTrans Oriente Bus in Colombia
"Speeding down, swerving in and out of traffic along the ‘Ruta Caribe’ at 100-120 km/h is the well-known and distinctive mode of transportation known as the ‘CooTrans Oriente.’ These auto-buses are affordable, widely used by the locals, and timely by arriving and departing every 20 minutes from town to town on their way to and from Barranquilla, Colombia."