Best Places to Visit in Colombia, South America
Best Places to Visit in Colombia, South America
Cast all of your outdated ideas aside - like drug wars and gangsters - and you'll find that Colombia is a nation brimming with confidence and rushing headfirst into a more peaceful and prosperous future. In this land of contrasts, you'll encounter snow-capped Andean peaks, tropical Amazonian jungles, turquoise Caribbean coasts, and two sun-kissed deserts. You'll also find a host of spectacular attractions at the places in between, from the bustling cities of Bogotá and Medellin to the quiet colonial village of Mompox. Above all else, the famous Colombian hospitality will undoubtedly find you coming back for more.
1.Medellin
2.Caño Cristales
3.Tayrona National Natural Park
4.Cartagena
5.Mompox
6.The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira
7.Bogota
8.The Alpine Circuit: Suesca, La Mesa de Los Santos, La Florián, and Cocuy National Park (Colombia’s Andes)
9.The Lost City
10.Leticia
Colombian Food: The Best Colombian Street Food In Medellin
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This video is about our day discovering Colombian food especially Colombian Street Food in Medellin!
The False Perceptions of Colombian Street Foods
One of the highlights of any travel destination is no doubt; The FOOD! Better yet, a food tour where you can appreciate what to eat, where to go. Food in Colombia however, gets a bad rap. Some visitors say Colombian food is: bland, heavy, tastes all the same. Colombia is not the foodie wonderland of Italy, Thailand or Mexico but there is one thing it has:
Colombia has some of the best comfort foods.
It is hearty, rich, filling - and what Troy and I didn't realize, it's food that has meaning to every Colombian. Food is the center of family gatherings: an important of Colombian way of life.
Why take a Colombian street foods tour
We spent an afternoon with LaMesa food tours in Medellín, with our guide Laura. Even though we spent four months in Colombia, we wanted to hear the stories about the food here, and try some of the flavors we haven't tasted yet or foods we didn't have the nerve to try yet!
This tour gives you a chance to hear about the importance of food and family traditions in Colombia, and boy, are Colombians passionate about sharing their culture!
What you will learn about the local Colombian food
We discovered that Colombian food is regional, there is a different approach to each dish wherever you visit. Also, some dishes aren't served everywhere. The people of Medellín and area (Paisas) have distinct local foods they eat, so when you travel in Colombia to Medellín, or within Antioquia, they eat most of the same dishes. In this area, you can expect an array of incredible fruit, juices and meat loving delicacies.
Some of the food highlights of the tour:
Buñuelos: Essentially, it's a fried dough ball with Colombian cheese inside. It's a great breakfast and coffee treat instead of a Danish.
Empanadas: Fried corn dough filled with chicken, or meat, or vegetables. The best ones we had were on this food tour – filled with meat and rice topped with a spicy dipping sauce. We were happy to find there was a little spice discovery with this particular to-die-for dipping sauce.
Arepas: There are numerous kinds of Arepa options in Medellín. On this tour, you discover Arepas de Choclo
Fruit and fruit drinks: The most delicious, more exotic fruits you have ever tasted. There are fruits in Colombia not found in other countries. A tour like this is the perfect chance to understand what you like, and don't like when it comes to eating and drinking fresh fruit. Notable flavors were: Guanábana, Lulo, La uchuva, Granadillas, Maracuyá (Passion Fruit), Tomate de árbol (Tree tomato), and Pitahayas (Yellow Dragon fruit). I was pleasantly surprised by the drink Borojo. It is a fruit that is fermented and served with milk. It is high in protein, phosphorus and known as an aphrodisiac and energy drink. It has such a unique taste; I cannot explain the flavor.
Bandeja Paisa is known asThequintessential Paisa dish. The main ingredients include red beans (usually cooked with pork), ground meat, chorizo, and Chicharrón, blood sausage, a fried egg, plantain, arepa, rice, hogao sauce, and avocado. This is an enormous dish, but Laura informed us in some homes, only one or two meats are served, so it is possible to finish the entire dish. This was the best cooked Chicharrón (fried pork belly) we have ever had, initially, we were turned off by this dish as it was poorly cooked, it was very hard and tough, almost impossible to chew!
Our only regret was taking this food tour, just days before we left Medellín! We would have known the places to go, the food we enjoyed, now we just have to visit again to treat ourselves to our favorite selections. What street foods do you enjoy the most? We'd love to hear about them.
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Colombia - Top 10 Eat and Drink in Poblado, Medellín
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Medellin, Colombia: Food & Paisa Culture 4K
What's up Profound Travelerz! It's JScott and I'm back after a short hiatus. I hope you enjoyed the videos from my boy Melvinn on his trips to Germany & Louisiana. This time we're in Medellin Colombia with the Paisa people. This video is part 1 of 3 or 4 because I got so much footage on this trip to Medellin. Traditional Colombian food is a bit bland and carb heavy but delicious and fresh. On my first two days you will see that Medellin has all of the options other major cities have globally for food. The restaurants we stopped by are amazing and their are even better restaurants to come on the upcoming parts to the trip. The hilly scenes of the Medellin are beautiful and also is the Spring like weather. Although the traffic in the city is terrible but their are a number of options to get around the city. Also Medellin is very safe, much safer than most of the cities I've been to in the United States. Oh, how can I forget the people of Medellin, very kind and friendly for sure. Anyway sit back and enjoy the trip, Profound Travelz!
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Finca Hotel Villa Cristina, La Mesa, Colombia, HD Review
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Finca Hotel Villa Cristina is a country retreat set in lush gardens, located just 43.5 miles from Bogotá. It features a large outdoor pool, a children’s playground, a restaurant and barbecue facilities.
Each functional room here offers garden views and includes a TV and an en suite bathroom with a bath or shower and free toiletries. The property also has a fully equipped 3-bedroom house, ideal for groups.
Finca Hotel Villa Cristina has a tour desk which can provide information about activities in the surrounding area, including horse riding and hiking. The small town of La Mesa is a 10-minute drive away.
MEXICAN FLOATING FIESTA | Xoximilco Cancun; Music, Tradition & ¡FIESTA!
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Enjoy games and music at a Mexican style carnival. Share with family and friends a night full of laughter and fun. Get ready for an unforgettable ride, and get the party started dancing at the beat of a drum.
Always accompanied by an animated host, you'll get this tour started and taste the most representative dishes of Mexico. Those that nobody can put down.
Continue the party at our gorgeous little town, and have fun dancing to the rhythm of the jarana. Celebrate with our Norteño group that stirs up the party's spirit. Enjoy the elegance of a true Mariachi, and dance to the sounds of the Rancheros.
¡VIVE XOXIMILCO! A great Mexican party, from start to finish.
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At Xoximilco, a night of party in Cancun and Riviera Maya becomes a great celebration of the traditions, culture and folklore of Mexico.
From the second you arrive, Mexico’s essence presents before you with a Mexican carnival with games, snacks and a musical surprise to start an evening full of emotions.
It’s on board a colorful Mexican gondola, that will take you on a ride through the charming natural scenarios of Xoximilco, where the celebrations, dancing, singing, the toasts and fun games take place.
During the ride, you will enjoy the scents and flavors of a whole country with a delicious dinner with the distinct tastes of Mexican cuisine. And because in Mexico there is no party without drinking, the open bar of tequila, beer, soft drinks and fresh flavored waters will have you shouting all the time, cheers!
The different ensembles playing live music will set the mood so you can dance and sing with the rhythms of the entire country. In addition, a personable host will be with you at all time with games, telling fun stories and guaranteeing a joyful night.
Come to Xoximilco Cancun to tremble with authentic expressions of a Mexico full of happiness and passion for partying.
All of Mexico’s folklore and passion for partying is at Xoximilco Cancun.
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Colombian Food Review - Cheap Food In Medellin
Cheap food in Medellin was the goal on my last trip to Medellin Colombia. I have always wanted to try street food in Medellin and I finally took the plunge. This street vendor had cheap food and was located in Laureles Medellin on La 70 or La Setenta. Cheap food in Medellin and all over Colombia is very prevalent. You won't beleive how affordable this meal was, watch until the end to find out how much I paid. Please like, share and subscribe for more great content.
Finca Hotel Loma Linda, La Mesa, Colombia, HD Review
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Finca Hotel Loma Linda is located in La Mesa. It features beautiful lush gardens and on-site activities like boating and billiards.
Each room here includes a seating area and a TV. They overlook the mountains and also boast a private bathroom with free toiletries.
At Finca Hotel Loma Linda you will find a 24-hour front desk and a shared terrace overlooking the gardens. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and a children's playground.
Finca Hotel Loma Linda is located 20 minutes' drive from La Mesa and 5.6 miles away from Vía San Joaquín. The main bus stop is 1.2 miles from the property, while guests can reach El Dorado International Airport in Bogota in a 2-hour drive.
Montevideo Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Uruguay is emerging as one of South America’s favorite destinations. Its capital Montevideo has a warm, temperate climate, pleasant sea breezes and miles of boulevards.
From Montevideo’s Telecommunications Tower you can see the hill that gave the city its name.
Another tower, the Palacio Salvo looms high above the Plaza Independencia in the City Center. Under this square is the mausoleum for the country’s revolutionary hero José Artigas.
Nearby Plaza Matriz is the city’s oldest square and home to the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral, the focal point of Uruguay’s Old Town.
Soccer is big here and in 1930 Uruguay hosted and won the first-ever FIFA World Cup in the Estadio Centenario.
Another proud local tradition is “parrilla and the best way to try it is to buy cuts of meat in the Mercado del Puerto, and have those cooked for you on the spot.
The 19-mile long promenade, La Rambla leads to the city’s favorite playground: De Los Pocitos Beach.
To the west along the river is the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Colonia del Sacramento, with its landmark lighthouse, sleepy Plaza de Armas, historic Portón de Campo and atmospheric Street of Sighs.
To the east of Montevideo, if you follow the coast, is Piriápolis. This beach resort offers great views from its hilltop San Antonio Temple.
The next highlight on this road trip is the lighthouse of La Paloma on the Cabo de Santa María peninsula.
On your way to the lighthouse of Punta del Este, don’t miss eccentric Casapueblo, a wonderful hotel and art gallery designed by local artist Carlos Páez Vilaró in Punta Ballena.
Uruguay may be small, but its big heart and relaxing vibe create a lifetime of memories.
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