COLOMBIA ???????? What You Should Know Before Traveling | 10 TIPS
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0:29 How To Pronounce Medellín
0:53 Internet Connection In Colombia
1:49 How To Dress In Colombia
2:53 Is English Enough in Colombia?
4:37 How To Pay In Colombia
5:44 Tipping In Colombia
8:50 Airport Transport In Medellín
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Safety is always a big concern when it comes to travel or even live in Colombia.
I know how important that concern is and will talk about 12 safety tips you should have in mind when traveling to Colombia. Most of those tips also apply to pretty much every other country too.
Drugs
If you are traveling to countries to buy, sell or even import and export. I don't have to tall you that you are playing with fire! You are already aware of the danger when getting involved with illegal drugs.
Let me just say, if you have anything to do with drugs, your safety is NOT guaranteed.
Resist Robbery
This one is really important! I know we all have our pride or hang on materialistic things sometimes. But when someone points a gun or a knife at you, you better forget about your pride or your attachment to the object of desire.
Usually a robbery is not dangerous even though it seems that way. A robbery usually gets dangerous when you run away, talk back or in general, resist the robbery in what ever way. That can make the robber panicking and in that state their getting dangerous. So again, DON'T RESIST A ROBBERY.
Crowded Places
Colombia is one of the countries with the most public holidays in the world! That comes with a lot of events and events attract the crowds. The crowds are not dangerous in a life threatening way, but you still have to watch out. Make sure you have your hand in your pockets or your bag in front of your body where nobody can just reach it easily. Same in the metro, that is really packed during rush hour.
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Welcome to our video on things to do in Cartagena, Colombia! Nestled on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, Cartagena is a city full of history, culture, and stunning natural beauty. From exploring the colorful streets of the historic Old Town to relaxing on the sandy beaches of Islas del Rosario, there's something for everyone in Cartagena.
One of the top things to do in Cartagena is to visit the Castillo de San Felipe, a massive fortification built by the Spanish to protect the city from pirates. Today, the castle serves as a museum and offers breathtaking views of the city and the Caribbean Sea.
If you're a foodie, you'll love the delicious seafood and traditional dishes available in Cartagena. Be sure to try some ceviche, a refreshing and flavorful seafood dish, and sample some of the local fruits and vegetables at the bustling Mercado de Bazurto.
No trip to Cartagena is complete without spending some time at the beach. Islas del Rosario, just a short boat ride from the city, is home to crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. Spend your days snorkeling, swimming, or just relaxing in the sun.
There's so much to see and do in Cartagena, and this video will take you on a tour of all the must-see sights and activities. So sit back, relax, and join us as we explore everything that Cartagena has to offer!
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10 Things You Should NEVER Do In Colombia ???????? Don'ts of Colombia
In today's travel vlog, we discuss the 10 Things You Should Never Do in Colombia and the Don'ts of Colombia. I really enjoy making these lists about the things not to do in Colombia or wherever.
Just like any where else you might have some Colombian culture shock and learning a little about Colombian culture can go a long way. There are some social rules in Colombian that every tourist and expat in Colombian should be aware of so you know what not to do in Colombia. Whether you are moving to Colombia or just visiting Colombia. These things you should never do in Colombia will help!
Etiquette in Colombia is similar to most parts of Southeast Asia but there are some differences. Heck there are differences within Colombia so I tried to keep these 10 Things You Should Never Do In Colombia and the Don'ts of Colombia specific. What not to do in Bangkok would be a completely different video from what not to do in Chiang Mai or what not to do in Chiang Rai. But the things in this video should apply and help you know how to be polite in Colombia while visiting Colombia.
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I have recently moved to Colombia. I have traveled throughout all of Colombia multiple times and have come to love this country. This video is a few things that you might consider before coming. There are a few things that I wish I knew and hopefully, it can help you.
Some of the things you may not agree with in this video, and that is ok. This is all just from my perspective as someone who lives here and has traveled all over the world.
In these videos, I want to try to give some different tips than what you see in most videos on Colombia. There are a lot of Colombian travel vloggers who are mostly men. I hope these can help my female viewers who are not here to just meet women and do drugs.
There is so much more to Colombia and I hope you will come to visit and see for yourself.
The video is kind of long, I am just trying to figure out what I like to deliver and figure out what you (my audience) likes.
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Colombia has something that will please most travelers, from sandy beaches of the Caribbean and Pacific coasts, to the Andes Mountains and the Amazon rainforests. Its heritage reflects the culture of its indigenous peoples as well as the Spanish who began settling here in the early 15th century. A couple of decades or so ago, Colombia was not on the tourist map because it was not a safe place to visit. However, the government has worked hard to change that image, making it safer for travelers to enjoy the many features Colombia offers. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in Colombia:
10 Things NOT To Do in Colombia!
Colombia is known all over the world, but not necessarily for good reasons. However, this beautiful tropical country is beginning to show it has so much more to offer than that, and slowly but surely it's becoming a very popular tourist destination. This being said there are definitely a few things you need to... know before you go!
1. Don't Ask For Brazilian Coffee.
Colombia and Brazil both produce good coffee, Colombia's is richer and more acidic and Brazil's has a smoother flavor. If you dislike Colombian coffee and prefer Brazilian coffee, don't ask for it, the chances that they even have it in Colombia are low and even if they do, asking for it would be offensive, you might as well go to Spain and say you prefer Italian olive oil then go to Italy and say you prefer American pizza and then go to America and tell everyone that you think basketball is stupid.
2. Don't Ask For Directions.
Yes, this one may seem odd but it seems that in Colombia, and indeed a lot of Latin countries if you ask someone how to get to a certain place, they would rather make up an answer than admit that they don't know where it is. You can overcome this by either asking 2 or 3 different people for the same directions to see if they give the same response or using the GPS on your phone. But. Be careful taking out your phone in public, because...
3. Don't Dar Papaya.
Dar papaya is a Colombian expression that translates To Give Papaya, it basically means to give an opportunity.
Flashing your phone, or expensive watch, wallet or cash is basically showing people whether you are worth mugging or not. Simply put, if you don't show people you have a papaya, no one with try to rob it from you.
4. Don't Hail A Cab At Night.
Ok, so it's not as bad as the media makes you think, hailing a cab doesn't mean you're going to automatically get kidnapped or mugged, but why take the risk? especially if you're alone. If you need a cab use a Taxi app or ask the bar or hotel you're in to call one for you.
5. Don't Refuse A Shot.
Aguardiente or Burning Water is a strong local spirit that is taken as a shot. If someone offers you a shot they are generally not trying to get you drunk or take you on an all-night bar crawl.
Aguardiente is taken in a similar way as you would take a nip of whiskey from a hip flask or a brandy to calm your nerves. The offer of a shot is one of friendship, a Come and warm yourself by the fire type of gesture, and to refuse it may be taken as an offense, or at the very least, a cold shoulder.
6. Don't Rush.
Before you even get on the plane to Colombia, change your mindset!
In Colombia punctuality is flexible, and being half an hour late, isn't considered being late at all!
Don't plan your days to strict timetables because you are guaranteed to be let down, transport will be late and a guide may not be there when you planned. Relax! Make your timetable flexible, don't pack too much into each day and if someone is late, get a drink at a nearby bar while you wait, remember, you're on vacation!
7. Don't Forget The Suncream And A Brolly.
Two things you should always have on you are suncream and an umbrella. Colombia has a tropical climate and so it's prone to sudden rainstorms, always carry an umbrella or a waterproof jacket with you so you aren't caught out.
Despite having a tropical climate Colombia is actually colder than you may think especially if you are in the mountains instead of on the coast. This being said even if you are in the mountains and it is cooler, always put on suncream, being at higher altitudes means that even though it's cold the sun will still burn you.
8. Don't Eat The Thick Arepas.
Arepas are a type of local cornbread that is served virtually everywhere. However, you may notice that the ones served in the restaurants are thick and look like balls of dough and the locals tend to leave them on their plates untouched. This is because the thick ones are normally still raw inside and nowhere near as nice as the slightly burnt, thin, and crispy ones served in the stalls.
9. Don't Expect Them To Speak English.
Despite receiving a large number of English-speaking tourists, Colombia's English speaking proficiency is actually pretty low. Don't go there expecting people to understand you or to go out of their way to try to. You are visiting their country and therefore you should have to adapt, not them!
10. Don't Just Queue Up.
In shops or other areas where you see a queue and then other people hanging around, don't just stand in the queue, first ask, Quien es el Ultimo? Who is the last? the person who responds is the one who is in front of you in the queue, if someone else comes in and asks the same question, you respond Soy yo I am and so on and so on. This is generally done in places where it's not possible to form a long orderly queue.
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Among other common mistakes when traveling to Colombia is over-scheduling, traveling on holidays and believing everything you read on the internet.
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I began traveling Colombia back in 2015 after finishing up my first semester here in Bogota working towards my MBA. I immediately fell in love with the country and the wide variety of adventures and opportunities that traveling Colombia has to offer. As a country rich in both natural and cultural diversity, your Colombian travel experience will not disappoint.
Before you can begin your Colombia travels, we must get you here first. As a foreigner myself, I understand how difficult it can be navigating your way through a foreign country. But fear not because Colombiafrank is here to help you with your travels to Colombia so that you can avoid the common mistakes and get right to the good stuff. Just think of me as your go to Colombia travel guide!
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Things To Know Before Visiting Medellin Colombia
Things To Know Before Visiting Medellin Colombia
I have been living in Medellin for six years and I have many businesses and properties here. Since I have a quite experience now I wanted to give you some recommendations before you will come to visit this beautiful Colombian country.
First thing I would like to mention is the question of security. Obviously, Colombia is an emerging economy so it is not the safest place in the world but it is not at all that dangerous as many believe. I have been living here for quite a long now and nothing bad happened to me. I have never been stolen. However, you should not show off so do not take out your latest model of mobile phone in the public and so on. You should take Uber instead of a taxi from the street. Uber is illegal in Colombia so you should sit at the front seat.
The dollar is astronomically high in Colombia so if you want to invest it is a great moment right now or perhaps if you are expats and you earn in dollars, your life will be much cheaper here than in the USA.
As for the sim card, I recommend you Claro which has a great reception all over the country, even in the most remote spots. You can buy a pre-paid card in any shops here.
As for the communication, even though Colombia lives out of tourism, there are still many people, especially the elder, that does not know it, so it would be great if you could learn some basic words in Spanish. The Colombian people will appreciate a lot that you are making an effort. You will soon discover that people here are very friendly and open so you will feel incredibly welcomed.
If you are planning to go to Amazon area or the Caribbean coast like Cartagena de las Indias, you will need yellow vaccine certificate which you can actually obtain here and you will save a lot of money in comparison to the USA.
As for the dress code, for men you should not wear sandals and shorts. I would recommend jeans. Medellin is more lay-back than other parts of Colombia like Bogota where people tends to wear suits more often.
For more tips, watch the full video that I hope you will find helpful at your next trip to Medellin.
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When we started our journey there was not a lot of practical information about life in Colombia. Or tips of what to consider doing before making the move. We learned everything the hard way. That's exactly why we want to help other fellow Expats to make their journey way easier than ours was.
The following tips are specially meant to be helpful for long-term Expats.
Tips For Long-Term Expats
- Almost everything is available in Medellin, don't bring all your stuff with you.
- Amenities are very good and reliable, WiFi and internet, in general, is not something to worry about.
- Dress accordingly, observe Colombians and do it the same way.
- Come with an open mind, the culture will be different from what you're probably used to.
- Don't believe everything from the Facebook Expat groups.
- Learn Spanish!
- It is possible to pay by card almost everywhere.
- Colombia doesn't have a tipping culture.
There are way more tips we could share, but for now, those are surely helpful. And as we always repeat, don't hesitate to ask your questions, we are more than happy to help you n your journey.
Watch the full video to get even more tips and each point explained more into detail.
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