Category: Expat Tips
Is Medellín Safe? Security in Medellín and Safety Tips – 2019 Update
Is Medellín safe to visit? Follow our expat safety tips to reduce the risk of being a victim of crime. We also have 2019 updates on security in Medellín.
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Gringo Pricing: The Reality of Gringo Pricing in Medellín and Colombia
Is there gringo pricing found in Medellín and Colombia? We look at the reality of gringo pricing and what you can do to avoid being taken advantage of.
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Medellín Traffic: A Downside of Medellín and Tips to Avoid Traffic
Traffic is a downside of living in Medellín. Traffic in many parts of the city can be bad during rush hours. But we provide tips to avoid traffic.
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Medellín Pollution: A Major Downside for Expats Living in Medellín
Pollution in Medellín is a major concern of expats living in Medellín or considering moving to the city. Pollution is a downside of living in Medellín.
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Encicla: A Guide to Medellín’s Free City Bikes System
We provide a guide to Encicla, which is Medellín’s free city bikes system that permits you to borrow bikes from 51 stations throughout the city.
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Guide to Internet and Cable TV Providers in Medellín
We provide a guide to Internet and Cable TV providers including Claro, Tigo-UNE and Movistar, which provide Internet, TV and phone services in Medellín.
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How to Get to Medellín from the Airport – 2019 Update
There are several ways to get to Medellín from the Airport. Medellín has two airports so we look at how to get to and from both airports with new 2019 fares.
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Medellin Guru 2018 Year in Review: Our Most Popular Articles
Medellin Guru 2018 – as the year ends, it’s time to revisit the most popular articles of 2018 on Medellin Guru. See our most popular articles of 2018.
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Guide to Grocery Shopping in Medellín with Tips to Save Money
We provide a guide to grocery shopping in Medellín with tips to save money. By smart shopping it’s possible to save over 30 percent on your grocery costs.
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Expat Guide: How to Make International Phone Calls in Colombia
We provide a detailed guide to how to make international phone calls in Colombia, including how to call to and from the United States and Canada.
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Scopolamine: The Realities of Devil’s Breath in Colombia
Scopolamine, also known as Devil’s Breath, is a drug used in Colombia for the purpose of robbery. But there are a number of urban myths about Scopolamine.
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How to Find Street Addresses in Colombian Cities and Using Maps
We provide a guide to how to find street addresses in Colombian cities. If you are a foreigner visiting Colombia this is something you will need to know.
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