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Guatapé: From My First Colombia Trip to Returning With My Wife

Two Visits to Guatapé: From My First Colombia Trip to Returning With My Wife My first visit to Guatapé happened during my very first trip to Colombia. At the time, everything about the country felt new and exciting. I had Read more…


My First Real Encounter With Colombian Fried Chicken

Crispy Colombian fried chicken served with fries and dipping sauce.

My First Real Encounter With Colombian Fried Chicken  I Didn’t Expect Colombian Fried Chicken To Become A Memory I’ve eaten fast food in a lot of places — the U.S., Mexico, Canada, airports, highways, small towns — and honestly with Read more…


From Cucuta to Bucaramanga: Our Unexpected Adventure Through Chicamocha, San Gil & Barichara

Beautiful urban skyline view with a cup of coffee in the foreground.

Travel has a funny way of rewriting your plans the moment your feet hit the ground. What started as a simple three-day getaway from Cúcuta to Bucaramanga (see: YouTube video) turned into a whirlwind journey through mountain passes, colonial towns, Read more…


Costa Rica Part 3: La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano Excursions (Days 13-17)

Vivid bird sitting on a tree branch amid dense tropical foliage.

Arenal: The Majestic Volcano and Hot Springs 📌 “This article is part of my 25-Day Costa Rica Travel Series.” Arenal Volcano itinerary  Intro My next stop was the legendary Arenal region—home to volcano hikes, hot springs, waterfalls, wildlife, and some Read more…


Costa Rica Part 2 — Puerto Viejo The Relaxed Caribbean Coast (Days 8–13)

**📌 This article is part of my 25-Day Costa Rica Travel Series. Start with Part 1 here:**👉 Part 1 — San José, Tortuguero, Poás & Waterfalls Intro: Puerto Viejo travel guide After returning from Tortuguero, I headed east to one Read more…


Costa Rica Part 1: San José & Tortuguero, Doka Coffee Estate, Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens (Days 1–8)

    🌿 Part 1: San José, Doka Coffee Estate, Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Tortuguero . 📌 This article is part of my 25-Day Costa Rica Travel Series. Explore the full journey:→ Part 2: Puerto Viejo – Read more…


Costa Rica Part 4: Tamarindo & Pacific Coast Relaxation (Days 17-25)

📌 “This article is part of my 25-Day Costa Rica Travel Series.” Intro: Tamarindo Travel Guide The final stretch of my Costa Rica trip brought me to Tamarindo, a sunny Pacific beach town known for surf culture, nightlife, and golden-hour Read more…


Living in Colombia as an Expat

🏡 Living in Colombia as an Expat: 12 Essential Insights for a Happier Life Living in Colombia as an expat has become one of the most exciting lifestyle changes for people from all over the world. In the last decade, Read more…


A Romantic Getaway to San Andres Isla: Our 7-Day All-Inclusive Escape at Decameron Marazul

Scenic dock with directional signs for various water activities at NomadicStan. Perfect for beachgoe.

Travel Makes me Realize how much I haven’t seen Discover the beauty of San Andrés, Colombia, through our 7-day romantic all-inclusive getaway at Decameron Marazul. From snorkeling and parasailing to local island culture and unforgettable sunsets, this Caribbean paradise is Read more…