March 20th, 2023 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Coffee, Tourism
Coffee is an integral part of Colombian culture and its economy, with the country being the third largest producer of coffee in the world. One of the regions which has played a significant role in the country's coffee industry is the Coffee Triangle, or "Zona Cafetera" in Spanish. The Coffee Triangle is made up of three departments...
November 23rd, 2022 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Featured, Tourism
Museo del Oro, also known as "the gold museum" or "museum of gold" is an intriguing and historic collection of pre-hispanic antiques located in Bogota, Colombia. The museum houses one of the most extensive archaeological collections in South America. With over 50,000 ancient relics, the gold museum is a great place to visit if...
October 3rd, 2022 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Featured, Tourism
Colombia is one of the most fascinating countries in the world. With its rich history, beautiful landscapes, heavenly beaches and colorful architecture, it's a must-see. It's an intriguing place with over 1,900 miles of coastline stretching from the Caribbean Sea to the Amazon jungle. Inland, you'll find vast mountain ranges like the Andes and Sierra Nevada...
September 10th, 2022 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Featured, Nature
Spectacled bears, also known as Andean bears are a fascinating species native to South America. They are considered a vulnerable population and according to the IUCN Red List there are less than 10,000 currently in existence. Some scientists believe their numbers are closer to 2,500. The spectacled bear is the only living bear belonging to the subfamily...
September 6th, 2022 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Featured, Tourism
Medellin is one of the most popular destinations in Colombia for locals and foreign tourists alike. Known as the "city of eternal spring" and capital of the department of Antioquia, Medellin is an absolute must-see. Sitting at an elevation of nearly 5000 feet within the Aburra Valley and surrounded by the Andes Mountains, few places offer the beauty and character...
August 30th, 2022 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Featured, Nature
The pink river dolphin (amazon river dolphin) is a unique species of toothed whale that's born gray and turns pink as it ages. It inhabits 6 countries in South America (Colombia, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia and Venezuela) and is the largest species of river dolphin in the world. In fact, it can reach a length of over 8 feet...
August 24th, 2022 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Tourism
Located in the center of the coffee triangle at the foothills of the Andes mountains, Pereira is a city of magic and wonder. Some of the most popular locations in Colombia are easily reachable from Pereira. I spent over six months in this beautiful city and would like to share what I know with you. It's definitely one of the...
February 20th, 2021 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Featured, Nature
With over 300 diverse ecosystems, Colombia is a perfect breeding ground for all kinds of wildlife, including spiders! That's right, the country boasts 100's if not 1000's of spider species within it's borders. Most spiders are harmless. In fact, most spiders are good because they help get rid of invasive and annoying bugs like mosquitoes and cockroaches...
February 13th, 2021 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Coffee
It's a well known fact some of the best coffee in the world comes from Colombia. I love Colombian coffee and it's no surprise why. Colombia has a perfect climates for coffee plants. It rains often, there's lush vegetation to provide proper shade, it almost never freezes and the altitude is magnificent. I'll never forget the first time I smelled...
February 2nd, 2021 | by Erik Magnus | Posted in Tourism
Colombia can be a dangerous place just like New York City but with a few safety tips you shouldn't have any problems staying safe in Colombia. I spent six months traveling Colombia without problems. Below, we compiled a list of suggestions to follow while in Colombia. Keep a Low Profile (No Dar Papaya)...