Do something unique this weekend that involves fun freshwater fishing in Colombia, a family friendly activity that is great for weekend outings. Only an hour from Pereira, and an hour and twenty minutes from…
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Top 6 Visa Requirements for Colombia
If you have decided to retire abroad here are the most recent visa requirements for Colombia in 2023! Dare we also recommend an excellent visa service to help you get going on your dream…
Cost of Living in Pereira Colombia 2023
More tourists than ever are entering Colombia. Let’s examine the Cost of Living in Pereira because they aren’t here to go see beautiful forests and experience the culture yet – and if you are…
Your Incredible Horse Adventure in the Coffee Axis
This is Your Horse Adventure in the Coffee Axis of Colombia. It’s 9:30 and you are mounted on a Caballo Criollo, or sure-footed mountain horse, deep in the Coffee Axis. The wind is blowing in…
Press Release: Feria de Manizales 64 in 2020 and Visitor Information
Members of the Press met this morning at Teatro Fundadores for the kick-off of the 64th Feria de Manizales, 2020. The presentation was short, sweet and it gave us the necessary information that the…
English Event Calendar | Feria de Manizales 64 2020
One of the most important yearly events in the Coffee Axis, the 64th Feria de Manizales in 2020 is the oldest city festival of its type in South America. We are going to introduce…
Supporting Local | School Against Poverty Foundation / Fundacion Escuela Contra la Pobreza
Fundación Escuela Contra La Pobreza , or Against Poverty Foundation, is a Manizales based charity which is bringing heart into the Christmas season. Founded by Victor Caceido, this is the story of how one…
5 Great Techniques for Learning Spanish in Colombia
Many of the people who read this site are from the US/Canada, or are here learning Spanish in Colombia. Beyond that, I have an entire segment who are reading to improve their Spanish and…
Why Does Colombia Love Tango?
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…
My Life in Manizales
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…
A Tremendous History and Culture Overview of Manizales, Colombia
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…
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