The thoughtfulness you put into your practical tips & your pronunciation of how things are called/said in Medellin are 10/10. Best travel advice video for Colombia I’ve seen. Thank you!!
Thank you for your insightful and positive video. I too am from California and went to Medellin in 2018. I stayed in Laureles for three weeks. I loved it. Never had a negative experience and yes, the people are very kind. I look forward to returning and exploring more of Colombia and S. America. Cheers.
Medellín is one of my places to visit next time I go back to Colombia. My first trip to Colombia in February of this year was a bad experience. I brought someone who I thought was my friend back to her home country after 3 years of not seeing her family. Me, her and her daughter made the journey to Bogotá then to Bucaramanga and then a 4 bus ride to her hometown of Aguachica. We pretty much rushed to get there. Then the day after we arrived in Aguachica she ditched me at her mom's house and she went to Barranquilla 7 hours away to meet her online girlfriend for 4 days. I stayed at her mom's waiting for her to get back. Her family took me to a local festival and took me to play some billiards during those 4 days. When she returned it was nothing but dental appointments and recovery with her and I didn't get to do much. I regret taking her there after months of saving. I'm saving again to go in December
I totally understand. Most important thing you need to do is to keep your valuables out of sight in public. Only go out with things you can afford to lose that day. Ultimately the people that are trying to rob you are doing it because they need the money, not because they are trying to actually hurt you. You will be fine and I hope you fall in love with Medellin as much as I did!
Thanks for sharing! Going to Medellin & Cartagena next week so your videos have been super helpful! Which restaurants were your favorite in both places? And any activities you would highly recommend? Thanks!
Thank you for watching!! 😊 my fav restaurant in Cartagena was Celele (pricey but worth the experience, and you have to reserve in advance) and my favorite one in Medellin was Alambique. I would definitely take free walking tours in both and I specifically loved the food tour and coffee tour I took in Medellin :) I put the links to those in the description box of my vlog. Also take a salsa dancing class if you haven’t taken one before!
Thanks for your video! A few questions. 1) Did you use cash or credit card mostly? And if cash, are the currency exchange places easy to find / work with? 2) I know you talked about purchasing a "dummy" phone, but did your personal phone still work / get signal? (how does that all work?) 3) Is it necessary to carry your passport with you to most/all places?
Hi! 1) I used both, and yes there are ATMs around, especially in the city center. You will need cash on you for sure cause not every place accepts credit card 2) yes I have free data that comes with my phone plan so I was able to use my cell phone. If you don’t have a free data plan, I recommend getting an e-Sim 3) I personally don’t like to carry around my passport because I don’t like thinking about the risk of it getting stolen or lost. Whereas if you kept it in a safe in your hotel or Airbnb, it’s much more secure. But up to you!
Thank you for posting this video! So helpful! I’m an asian female as well and I’m thinking about traveling solo to Medellin. It would be my first real solo trip. Would you say it’s unsafe to be walking aloe even in broad daylight? Thanks!
Aw thanks for watching! You’d wanna definitely be in safer areas during the day. I avoided the city center when I was there, but I’d say other main areas are safe during broad daylight, just make sure not to have anything flashy out!
Thanks for the info. I spend a lot of time in Mexico, but I'll be visiting Colombia for the first time at the end of the year. Definitely looking forward to good food and adventure! Though I've never been to South America, just by watching other videos it reminds me very much of Mexico. Does being in Colombia feel the same as being in Mexico? What are the similarities and differences?
I dunno. Every youtuber recommendation: "Medellin is amazing! So different now from its terrible past! But beware of getting robbed, shot and killed if you arent extremely careful."
Hi hi! Are you able to shoot photography on the street? Is it safe to pull out my camera while on the street or should I just take shots while on a tour? If it's me and my boyfriend taking photos would we be ok?
Even though I didn’t experience anything dangerous during my time there, I would still recommend not pulling out your camera unless you’re on a tour. If you need to, I’d do it quickly and just make sure you’re aware of your surroundings. I couldn’t resist taking shots sometimes too but definitely be cautious!
Hey Julie, I am planning to visit Medellin in June this year, to explore to connect with virtual freelancers in Medellin to work from home for US based e-commerce business and would like to stay in Publado my first trip to Medellin , any recommendations.
thanks for the helpful info! Going next month, we were going to bring an old iphone to use there (instead of our actual phones) to take pics and use uber - were you able to buy a sim card at the mall??
I wasn’t able to! That’s because the specific Claro store we were at didn’t sell SIM cards. They directed us to another store but we didn’t have time to go, so we essentially never used the dummy phone. We just used our regular iPhones but never had it out if we didn’t need to!
Hi I was wondering if I will be able to use my chase debit card to withdrawal money from an atm because I’m leaving to Medellin in about 3 weeks now and I want to know if I’m able to withdrawal any of the atms using my card ?
I wouldn’t say I felt 100% comfortable! I was able to do that when I took tours and walked in groups. Other than that I would take footage of whatever I needed to and then put my camera away quickly
As a colombian I can tell you, if you want variety of food, Colombia is the right place for you to be, we can grow anything you want due to the variety of climates. Thanks
@@hernanruiz6683 la comida alla no es diversa o hay la variedad de comidas de todo el mundo como new york. Aqui se encuentran comidas de toda parte del mundo.
The thoughtfulness you put into your practical tips & your pronunciation of how things are called/said in Medellin are 10/10. Best travel advice video for Colombia I’ve seen. Thank you!!
Thank you so much!
Thanks for the very helpful information I’ll be heading to Medellín next month in November.
Thank you for your insightful and positive video. I too am from California and went to Medellin in 2018. I stayed in Laureles for three weeks. I loved it. Never had a negative experience and yes, the people are very kind. I look forward to returning and exploring more of Colombia and S. America. Cheers.
Medellín is one of my places to visit next time I go back to Colombia.
My first trip to Colombia in February of this year was a bad experience.
I brought someone who I thought was my friend back to her home country after 3 years of not seeing her family. Me, her and her daughter made the journey to Bogotá then to Bucaramanga and then a 4 bus ride to her hometown of Aguachica. We pretty much rushed to get there.
Then the day after we arrived in Aguachica she ditched me at her mom's house and she went to Barranquilla 7 hours away to meet her online girlfriend for 4 days.
I stayed at her mom's waiting for her to get back. Her family took me to a local festival and took me to play some billiards during those 4 days.
When she returned it was nothing but dental appointments and recovery with her and I didn't get to do much. I regret taking her there after months of saving.
I'm saving again to go in December
So sorry that happened to you :( I hope this time you go you’ll have the time of your life!
Come up. Want to take me next?
What a helpful video! Thank you for sharing. Your voice is so calming :)
Thank you!
Try the hotel Zona Express , its cheap, clean, and bus back to airport is 20 feet from the door.
Cant wait to visit Colombia
Heading there this week - my son has lived there for four years so knows all of the great spots to go. Can’t wait!
That’s amazing! Excited for you :)
I have a trip planned next month, thanks for sharing. I'm concered about the safety issues from all the diferent stories you see.
I totally understand. Most important thing you need to do is to keep your valuables out of sight in public. Only go out with things you can afford to lose that day. Ultimately the people that are trying to rob you are doing it because they need the money, not because they are trying to actually hurt you. You will be fine and I hope you fall in love with Medellin as much as I did!
Great video, Thanks for visiting our beautiful city of Medellin. 👍
Thanks for sharing! Going to Medellin & Cartagena next week so your videos have been super helpful!
Which restaurants were your favorite in both places? And any activities you would highly recommend? Thanks!
Thank you for watching!! 😊 my fav restaurant in Cartagena was Celele (pricey but worth the experience, and you have to reserve in advance) and my favorite one in Medellin was Alambique. I would definitely take free walking tours in both and I specifically loved the food tour and coffee tour I took in Medellin :) I put the links to those in the description box of my vlog. Also take a salsa dancing class if you haven’t taken one before!
@@WorldwideWu Thanks so much!!
Thank you for this video, It made me feel more prepared to go one day!!
Thanks for your video! A few questions. 1) Did you use cash or credit card mostly? And if cash, are the currency exchange places easy to find / work with? 2) I know you talked about purchasing a "dummy" phone, but did your personal phone still work / get signal? (how does that all work?) 3) Is it necessary to carry your passport with you to most/all places?
Hi!
1) I used both, and yes there are ATMs around, especially in the city center. You will need cash on you for sure cause not every place accepts credit card
2) yes I have free data that comes with my phone plan so I was able to use my cell phone. If you don’t have a free data plan, I recommend getting an e-Sim
3) I personally don’t like to carry around my passport because I don’t like thinking about the risk of it getting stolen or lost. Whereas if you kept it in a safe in your hotel or Airbnb, it’s much more secure. But up to you!
Thank you for posting this video! So helpful! I’m an asian female as well and I’m thinking about traveling solo to Medellin. It would be my first real solo trip. Would you say it’s unsafe to be walking aloe even in broad daylight? Thanks!
Aw thanks for watching! You’d wanna definitely be in safer areas during the day. I avoided the city center when I was there, but I’d say other main areas are safe during broad daylight, just make sure not to have anything flashy out!
No it´s not, you can walk safe in our streets and you will be fine, just dont visit the nothern side of city center.
We can go together
Thanks for the info. I spend a lot of time in Mexico, but I'll be visiting Colombia for the first time at the end of the year. Definitely looking forward to good food and adventure! Though I've never been to South America, just by watching other videos it reminds me very much of Mexico. Does being in Colombia feel the same as being in Mexico? What are the similarities and differences?
I dunno. Every youtuber recommendation: "Medellin is amazing! So different now from its terrible past! But beware of getting robbed, shot and killed if you arent extremely careful."
Thanks for sharing this video 🙏🏽👍🏼
Which tour did you use? Did you book through Viator or when you arrive?
I booked most of my tours through Airbnb experiences!
Hi hi! Are you able to shoot photography on the street? Is it safe to pull out my camera while on the street or should I just take shots while on a tour? If it's me and my boyfriend taking photos would we be ok?
Even though I didn’t experience anything dangerous during my time there, I would still recommend not pulling out your camera unless you’re on a tour. If you need to, I’d do it quickly and just make sure you’re aware of your surroundings. I couldn’t resist taking shots sometimes too but definitely be cautious!
Hey Julie, I am planning to visit Medellin in June this year, to explore to connect with virtual freelancers in Medellin to work from home for US based e-commerce business and would like to stay in Publado my first trip to Medellin , any recommendations.
thanks for the helpful info! Going next month, we were going to bring an old iphone to use there (instead of our actual phones) to take pics and use uber - were you able to buy a sim card at the mall??
I wasn’t able to! That’s because the specific Claro store we were at didn’t sell SIM cards. They directed us to another store but we didn’t have time to go, so we essentially never used the dummy phone. We just used our regular iPhones but never had it out if we didn’t need to!
Great video. I’m visiting Medellin in 3 weeks to see my girlfriend. Should be a wonderful experience. Cheers.
Hi, just wondering what tour company you used for your tours?
I mainly booked on Airbnb Experiences!
Hi I was wondering if I will be able to use my chase debit card to withdrawal money from an atm because I’m leaving to Medellin in about 3 weeks now and I want to know if I’m able to withdrawal any of the atms using my card ?
Yes you can! There just may be a transaction fee charged by Chase
@@WorldwideWu I see, thank youuu! I’m so relieved! I’m so excited to visit there in a few weeks!!
hii, i loved the vlog and im hoping to vlog my trip as well. did you feel comfortable walking around with your camera in hand ?
I wouldn’t say I felt 100% comfortable! I was able to do that when I took tours and walked in groups. Other than that I would take footage of whatever I needed to and then put my camera away quickly
@@WorldwideWu thank you for the insight🙏🏾
What's the app to order uber in medellin? Coz I'm going there in 2 weeks
Rappi!
is credit cards accepted in most areas or do we have to take money out? =]
Credit cards accepted in most areas! :)
Hi, thank you for the information 😁. Where did you exchange your money at? or do they take us dollars
I took out cash at an ATM using my US debit card :)
@@WorldwideWu thank you!
How did you find the tours in Medellin?
I booked most of them on Airbnb Experiences!
Hi Julie! Is Medellin somewhere you would consider living if you decided to live in Latin America?
Thanks for visit us and specially for promote us, please come back soon (vuelve pronto)
Random(?), you're so pleasant! Lol. I appreciate it.
Thank you!
Good description. Nice voice
Is the delivery fee for rappi expensive?
Nope! It was free delivery for me after a certain amount you spend
I like you
Antioquia is not a province it is a Department. Colombia has 32 Departments (Like States in NY).Medellin is its capital.
Province is correct . The right word to translate departamento in English
the food there isnt diverse stop making things up
As a colombian I can tell you, if you want variety of food, Colombia is the right place for you to be, we can grow anything you want due to the variety of climates. Thanks
@@hernanruiz6683 la comida alla no es diversa o hay la variedad de comidas de todo el mundo como new york. Aqui se encuentran comidas de toda parte del mundo.
@@Jean_villegas En Colombia puedes comer pizza, hamburguesas, comida china,Mexicana, italiana etc.
@@hernanruiz6683 si pero no es la mejor y no sabe bueno es lo qe gente como tu no entiende
@@hernanruiz6683 aqui hay mas variedad porqe hay gente de toda parte