Stories from the Islands
Travel stories, practical guides, and food adventures from 20+ trips across the Colombiaan archipelago.
These are our stories to you — from the places we've been, the food we've eaten, and the people who've shaped every trip. We'll keep them fresh, like the mangoes in the Colombia.
Colombia's Amazon & Llanos: The Wild Side Most First-Timers Miss
A guide to Colombia's Amazon (Leticia & the jungle) and the Llanos plains — two of South America's most biodiverse regions, how to access them, what to expect, and why they belong on any serious Colombia trip.
Bogotá's Food & Coffee Scene: Beyond the Tourist Cafés
A guide to eating and drinking your way through Bogotá — from third-wave coffee shops in La Candelaria to market stalls in Paloquemao, and the local dishes worth seeking out.
Tayrona & Colombia's Caribbean Coast: Beaches, Jungle & Santa Marta
A guide to Colombia's Caribbean coast — Tayrona National Park, Santa Marta, Palomino, and the Lost City trek — with practical advice on getting in, where to stay, and what to expect.
Is Colombia Safe in 2026? A Realistic Assessment
An honest, up-to-date safety assessment for Colombia in 2026 — what the risks actually are by region, what travelers need to know, and why millions visit without incident.
Medellín vs Bogotá: Which Colombian City Should You Visit?
A direct comparison of Colombia's two great cities — Medellín and Bogotá — covering weather, safety, cost, culture, food, and which type of traveler each city suits best.
Colombia's Coffee Region Guide: Salento, Jardín, and the Eje Cafetero
Complete guide to Colombia's Coffee Triangle — Salento, Jardín, Filandia, the Cocora Valley, and how to do a coffee farm tour the right way.
Colombia 2-Week Itinerary: The Perfect First Trip
The ideal two-week Colombia itinerary — Cartagena, Medellín, Coffee Region, Bogotá — with day-by-day planning, transport, costs, and what to skip.
Cartagena Travel Guide: Everything You Need for the Perfect Trip
Complete Cartagena travel guide — the walled city, Getsemaní, Rosario Islands, food, accommodation, safety, and when to visit Colombia's most beautiful colonial city.