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Author: Valeria Garbin

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Read more about the article Day of the Little Candles: a  Colombian Christmas tradition
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Day of the Little Candles: a Colombian Christmas tradition

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:December 5, 2019
  • Post category:Lifestyle, customs, traditions/Fairs and events/See and do
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Día de las Velitas is a Colombian Christmas tradition celebrated on December 7th, which represents the beginning of Christmas. It's a holiday that you cannot miss in Bogotá.

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Read more about the article Bogotá Christmas lights: an experience to remember
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Bogotá Christmas lights: an experience to remember

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:December 2, 2019
  • Post category:Fairs and events/Bogotá/Culture/Lifestyle, customs, traditions/See and do
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Bogotá is a Christmas lights show in December that you have to see at least once in your life, is full of decorations and activities you don´t want to miss!

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Read more about the article Halloween night in Bogotá: tips to survive and have fun
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Halloween night in Bogotá: tips to survive and have fun

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:October 25, 2019
  • Post category:Fairs and events/Bogotá/See and do
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Halloween night in Bogotá is a great idea and you will have a blast! But it can be tricky. I’ll give you some tips to make it the best night ever!

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Read more about the article Escape rooms in Bogotá: do you dare to face the challenge?
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Escape rooms in Bogotá: do you dare to face the challenge?

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:May 24, 2019
  • Post category:Just for fun/Bogotá/See and do
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Do you want to test your skills to solve riddles and experience an hour of adrenaline and fun? You should go to one of the many escape rooms Bogotá has!

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Read more about the article Liberatrix: cocktail bar in Bogotá you definitely have to try
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Liberatrix: cocktail bar in Bogotá you definitely have to try

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:May 17, 2019
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Bogotá/Recommendations
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Liberatrix is a cocktail bar in Bogotá that will surprise you with its drinks, atmosphere and friendly hosts. It is definitely a place you can't miss!

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Read more about the article Monserrate hill: experience Bogotá from the sky
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Monserrate hill: experience Bogotá from the sky

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:April 9, 2019
  • Post category:Bogotá/Touristic places
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One of the most touristy places in Bogotá is “El Cerro de Monserrate" (Monserrate Hill) visited by locals and tourists. This article will tell you why!

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Read more about the article Fast food in Bogotá you definitely have to try
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Fast food in Bogotá you definitely have to try

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:February 20, 2019
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Bogotá/Recommendations/Typical, local
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All you need to know about fast food in Bogotá: the dishes and the places you don't want to miss during your visit if you are a fast food lover.

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Read more about the article Typical Colombian fruits to try when coming to Bogotá
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Typical Colombian fruits to try when coming to Bogotá

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:February 8, 2019
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Bogotá/Typical, local
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If you are a fruit lover you will love Bogotá! You'll be surprised at the variety of fresh tropical and authentic Colombian fruits you find here.

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Read more about the article Colombian gastronomy on a plate: bandeja paisa in Bogotá
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Colombian gastronomy on a plate: bandeja paisa in Bogotá

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:February 5, 2019
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Bogotá/Culture/Typical, local
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If you want to try our gastronomy, try the “Bandeja Paisa” in Bogotá, one of the most typical Colombian dishes that for sure will satisfy your appetite.

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Read more about the article Looking for the best cheeses in Bogotá? Here’s my top six
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Looking for the best cheeses in Bogotá? Here’s my top six

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:January 31, 2019
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Bogotá/Culture/Recommendations/Typical, local
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A cheese lover has to know where the best cheeses in Bogotá are. Follow this guide through the Colombian cheeses that you can try in this great city.

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Read more about the article Typical Colombian sauces: a journey through amazing flavors
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Typical Colombian sauces: a journey through amazing flavors

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:January 25, 2019
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Bogotá/Typical, local
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Not only is Colombian food awesome, but you also have amazing sauces! Find out here the typical Colombian sauces you can`t miss when you visit Bogotá.

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Read more about the article Tasty dishes in Bogotá you have to try: carne desmechada
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Tasty dishes in Bogotá you have to try: carne desmechada

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:January 11, 2019
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Bogotá/Recommendations/Typical, local
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Carne desmechada is a really typical and tasty dish you definitely have to try on your trip to Bogotá and this article will tell you all about it.

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Read more about the article Come and experience our gastronomy: try Colombian plantain
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Come and experience our gastronomy: try Colombian plantain

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:November 5, 2018
  • Post category:Food and Drink/Recommendations/Typical, local
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Colombian Plantain (Plátano in Spanish) is unique! and it is used in everyday meals as a side dish or as part of the main dish.

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Read more about the article Basics in Spanish that you must know to get around Bogotá
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Basics in Spanish that you must know to get around Bogotá

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:September 3, 2018
  • Post category:To visit/Learn Spanish/To live/Work, learn, volunteer
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If you get the chance to visit Latin América, a little Spanish goes along way! This article will help you get ready and get the most out of for your trip!

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Read more about the article Where to exchange money in Bogotá: currency in Colombia
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Where to exchange money in Bogotá: currency in Colombia

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:August 21, 2018
  • Post category:Visas, security and money/Places locals go/To visit
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An important part of a trip to this country is getting acquainted with currency in Colombia, in Bogotá you have many options to exchange money.

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Read more about the article Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogotá
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Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogotá

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:August 18, 2018
  • Post category:To visit/General info/Places locals go/Transportation and getting around/Visas, security and money
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Here are some tips so that your passage through our main airport in Bogotá, El Dorado, is just as perfect as the rest of your stay.

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Read more about the article Is Bogotá safe? All you need to know about safety in Bogotá
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Is Bogotá safe? All you need to know about safety in Bogotá

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:August 10, 2018
  • Post category:To visit/To live/Visas, security and money
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Have you ever wondered is Bogotá safe? As every big city, there are some tips you should know to have a safe trip, here are course!

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Read more about the article What to know about Bogotá? All you need to visit the city!
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What to know about Bogotá? All you need to visit the city!

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:August 5, 2018
  • Post category:To visit/General info/Weather and location
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What’s important to know about Bogota? Maybe is one of the first questions you ask yourself when you want to visit this amazing city.

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Read more about the article Paloquemado market: a place you don’t want to miss in Bogotá
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Paloquemado market: a place you don’t want to miss in Bogotá

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:July 16, 2018
  • Post category:Places locals go/Food and Drink/See and do/To visit/Touristic places/Typical, local
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A 3-block-long fair of color, smells, flavors, and noises will wow your senses in this incredible market! Introducing Paloquemado Market.

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Read more about the article Warm places near Bogotá to escape the cold of the city
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Warm places near Bogotá to escape the cold of the city

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:July 4, 2018
  • Post category:Getting out the city/Bogotá/See and do
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Did you know that you can find warm places near Bogotá? Yes, as you heard, summer and tropical weather all year long without traveling long distances!

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Read more about the article How to get a Colombian student visa: all you need to know!
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How to get a Colombian student visa: all you need to know!

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:July 3, 2018
  • Post category:Visas, security and money/To live
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If you are planning to come to this country to study, one of the fundamental things to keep in mind is the Colombian student visa that you must obtain

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Read more about the article How to get a Colombian work visa: all you need to know
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How to get a Colombian work visa: all you need to know

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:July 2, 2018
  • Post category:Visas, security and money/To live
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Do you want to work in Colombia? Or would you like to come and work independently? Here is everything you need to know about Colombian Work Visas.

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Read more about the article Tourist visa for Colombia? Check out if you need one here!
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Tourist visa for Colombia? Check out if you need one here!

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:June 20, 2018
  • Post category:Visas, security and money/To visit
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Tourist visa for Colombia? This article will help clear any doubts you have about whether you need one or not and you will be all set for an amazing trip.

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Read more about the article Weather in Bogotá: tips to help you pack for it!
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Weather in Bogotá: tips to help you pack for it!

  • Post author:Valeria Garbin
  • Post published:April 9, 2018
  • Post category:Weather and location/Lifestyle, customs, traditions/To live
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Weather in Bogotá is perfect! Not too warm, not too cold. This article will prepare you for every surprise the weather may have in store for you.

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