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.
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.