Beauty, ambition, family, money—and what foreign men often misunderstand Could a Colombian woman become the beginning of the most intoxicating relationship of your life—or the most expensive mistake you have ever made? The honest…
Author: openmindedtraveler
English Teacher, Freelancer, Chocolate Entrepreneur and Traveler!!
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As A Woman in Colombia
This is the story I never really expected anyone to know. It is the raw, sometimes uncomfortable truth about building a life as a foreign woman in Colombia. I first arrived in February 2013.…
The Danger of Life Abroad in Colombia
Leaving your home country for a place like Colombia is like stepping into a real-life jungle—both figuratively and literally. What surprises me most is how naïve many foreign residents can be about the dangers and challenges of living abroad. This is…
The Truth About Colombian Men
I’m not gonna lie—Colombian men might just be some of the worst creatures to ever roam the earth (whether it’s flat, spherical, or square). Are there exceptions? Sure… somewhere. But they’re so rare, you’d have better luck finding a unicorn. So, if you’re dating…
5 Great Ways to Meet Men in Colombia
Five great ways to meet men in Colombia are a short list of things that have worked for me either inadvertently or through intention. I don’t claim to be an expert, only a witness…
Adventures and Artifacts in Quinchia, Risaralda | Colombian Coffee Region
The moment my foot touched the ground in Quinchía, something inside me shifted—it was destiny, but only at the right time. My thoughts drifted back to when Carolina first reached out, telling me about a hidden gem…
Cabalgata – An Incredible Horse Adventure in Colombia
One of Colombia’s most unique and underappreciated cultural traditions is the Cabalgata—a traditional trail ride or horse parade. A Cabalgata can take many forms, from riding with a group between pueblos to trotting down the main street…
Beauty Queens in Colombia, Trophy Wives or Social Leaders?
Beauty pageants are still a major part of Colombian culture. Women from across the country compete tirelessly from a young age, striving to prove that they are the most beautiful, the most talented, and even the most…
15 Lessons Learned From Living in Colombia
The Things I Have Learned Living in Colombia is meant to help you take the shortcut I wish I had when I first moved here. These are things which will help you survive and…
Nobody Cares About Single Moms
Why YOU Should Care About Single Moms As a single mom living boldly in Colombia, I’ve faced challenges that tested my spirit—but they’ve also fueled my passion for life and inspired my eBook, Passport…
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