Where to Dance Bachata in Medellín: My Favorite Socials & Dance Nights
A lived-in guide to where to dance bachata in Medellín, including my favorite socials, weekly dance nights, beginner-friendly spots, and tips for joining the scene solo.
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Getting Around Medellín: Uber, Metro & What Actually Works
Medellín’s transportation system is more nuanced than it first appears. After living in the city, I found myself using a mix of Uber, Metro, buses, moto, and walking depending on the neighborhood, traffic, and weather. This guide breaks down what actually worked for me and what I’d recommend for visitors or longer stays.
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Is Medellín Safe? What it’s actually like for travelers and digital nomads
Is Medellín safe? Based on my experience living there, safety depends on where you are, what time it is, and how you move through the city. This guide breaks down neighborhoods, nightlife risks, and practical safety tips for travelers and digital nomads.
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10 Best Cafes in Medellín for Remote Work
Looking for the best cafes in Medellín for remote work? These are my top picks for digital nomads, with options in Laureles, Belén, and El Poblado for everything from deep work to creative sessions.
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Living in Medellín as a Digital Nomad: What It’s Actually Like
Thinking about living in Medellín as a digital nomad? Here’s what it’s actually like — from neighborhoods and remote work to safety, daily life, and the kind of traveler it suits best.
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Best Neighborhoods in Medellín for Digital Nomads
Looking for the best neighborhoods in Medellín for digital nomads? This guide breaks down Laureles, Belén, Poblado, and Envigado based on walkability, local feel, cost, and what daily life actually feels like.
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Best Bank Accounts and Cards for Living Abroad Full Time (My Exact Setup)
Most people don’t think about their financial setup until something goes wrong abroad — a declined card, a surprise fee, a transfer that costs way more than it should. Here’s the exact setup I use living across a dozen countries, and what to get sorted before you leave.
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Google Fi for Digital Nomads: What’s Worked for Me Living Abroad Full Time
Living abroad full time sounds freeing until you realize how much of your life is still tied to a U.S. phone number. Here’s the setup I use to keep mine active, handle 2FA, and get data abroad without overcomplicating it.
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How I Choose the Right Neighborhood Abroad
How I Choose the Right Neighborhood Abroad What I look for in a neighborhood when I’m moving to a new city, from energy and livability to social life, convenience, and local feel. When you move abroad, one of the first big questions is: what neighborhood should you actually live in? It sounds simple, but the…
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How I Find Apartments Abroad for a 1–6 Month Stay
How I Find Apartments Abroad for a 1–6 Month Stay What I look for in a place abroad, from neighborhood fit to walkability, wifi, and the details that actually make daily life easier. When I move to a new country for a few months, one of the biggest questions is always the same: how do…
