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In a country that has so many native dance traditions, WHY does Colombia Love Tango? This isn’t a surface love like American music or Euro-Pop, this is deeper. Let’s take a look into the history and even a strangely eerie…
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If you are living or traveling in a different country, health can be affected by stress, new environments and different types of bacteria. We bring you 10 Tips for Staying Healthy Abroad – to ensure you have the best experience possible!
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Imagine an experience where you are treated like a king without the heavy price-tag. With our VIP Expat Lifestyle Tour you will have a customized experience that shows you all the options, answers your questions and orients you with the…
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I awaken to the sound of birds, there is a chill in the air and the rain is gently falling. The sun will probably come out at some point, it always does – in between the passing of clouds as…
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A hot topic garnering the attention of many Colombians and expats alike is the ongoing failings of the Duque administration and the hard approach they have taken towards the criminalization of drug use. This comes after years of a softer approach where…
Continue readingManizales, is an up and coming expat destination, yet tends to attract a more environmentally friendly, cultured and conscientious expat. It’s a great place for families with plenty of family recreation, and several private and semi-private schools within easy access…
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This is for all of us. Over the last six years I have learned some Essential Phrases in Spanish which help me get around. If you live in the Coffee Axis and don’t know these terms – you might be…
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In a moment of truth and inspiration, Guillermo Gomez tells us about his life as a professional musician, growing up in Popayan, his life in the Coffee Axis and career aspirations. Former Artistic Director of the International Bolero Orchestra (Director…
Continue readingMary Donaldson has been living in Colombia for three years. She imparts her experience and wisdom related to buying fresh fruits and vegetables in La Galeria.
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For me, the hardest thing to adjust to, was local culture – It can eat your socks! Colombians are opportunists. Read more to learn the Shitty Downside.
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The history of Manizales, comes to life on the backs of the Arrieros, or mule teamsters and continues with the hopes and dreams of the “Expedition of 20” who came and carved out a life in what is now the…
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¡Venga con nosotros que los llevamos dentro de las mentes y nuestros corazones a las personas que consideran que el Eje Cafetero es su hogar! Un Suenos Mas Grande Ex Secretario de Agricultura, y como Secretario de Competitividad de Manizales,…
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Former Secretary of Agriculture, and as Secretary of the Competitiveness of Manizales – Angelo Quintero Palacio has accomplishments to be proud of. He is now pursuing a bigger dream for tourism and visibility of the Department of Caldas. We were able to catch up with him for a few minutes and learn a bit more about who he is and what he is doing!
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Imagine moving to another country with a completely different culture, language and biological environment. Life Abroad in Colombia can be daunting to say the least.
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In Manizales, drinking coffee is more than a culture – it becomes an art form where you can pick your perfect view and/or environment for drinking it.
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