When planning my two-week-long trip to Colombia, I was met with great difficulty. I would be experiencing both the balmy temperatures of the Caribbean coast and the cool and rainy climate of cosmopolitan Bogota. I also had a conference to attend. This mix made clothing choices tricky, but I … [Read more...] about What I Packed for Colombia
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I Get the Hype of Medellin
Before I went to Colombia, I'd heard a lot about Medellin, perhaps more than any other city in the country. It's big with the digital nomad crowd and has developed a sort of industry to cater to them with hostels and apartments with high-speed Internet and restaurants appealing to a global palate. … [Read more...] about I Get the Hype of Medellin
Where I Slept in Colombia
My two-week-long trip through Colombia was certainly memorable but started with some hiccups. My flight was delayed a number of times before being canceled and rebooked for the following day. So instead of staying at Habitel Select at the Bogota Airport, which I had arranged, I spent the night on … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in Colombia
Biking to the “Secret Beach” in Ambergris Caye
During my time in Ambergris Caye, I heard lots about the "Secret Beach" on the northern side of the island. Because I was traveling alone, I couldn't exactly justify the cost of a solo taxi ride or to rent a golf cart for the day. So instead, I rented a bike from my guesthouse for $10 and headed … [Read more...] about Biking to the “Secret Beach” in Ambergris Caye
What I Packed for a Week in Belize
In the past, I've felt like a pro with packing but this was my first international trip since South Africa in 2019, so I felt rusty! Like in Guatemala, I went carry on only, which was pretty easy to manage. I also spent most of my time in the water, not touring the ruins of the mainland, so this … [Read more...] about What I Packed for a Week in Belize