Traffic in Bogotá, Colombia is much different than in the U.S. and most parts of Europe. Not only do you have to be aware of cars and pedestrians, but you also have to focus on bicycles and motorcycles everywhere, plus lots of street vendors.
I grew up in Colombia drinking hot chocolate only one way, and it wasn’t with peppermint or marshmallows. It will sound surprising to you but hear me out …
One of the things that I had forgotten about Colombia was how to use public restrooms. Don’t get me wrong, I know how to use the restroom, but there are a few things that you must keep in mind when you have to use a public restroom in Colombia.
This Ecovillage named Cochahuaira, is located in a perfect place with an unobstructed view of Lake Iguaque. During our visit, we learned that Lake Iguaque was considered a sacred place for the Muisca Tribe.
We enjoyed our stay at the Posada Villa Rouse. The views were amazing and we loved learning how to cook traditional Colombian dishes.
Horses are simply part of this town, so if you enjoy horseback riding, there are many Trails and Tours that you can partake in. I do them every time I go and love them so much.
The reality is that you may not be able to entirely prevent soroche, but you can do a few things to reduce the symptoms and help your body acclimate to the high altitude.
Villa de Leyva is home to an array of extreme sports and activities such as cuatrimotos (4×4 ATVs), rappelling, torrentismo (canyoning), paragliders, extreme hikes, horseback riding experiences, bicycle tours, and more.
Within a few kilometers of Villa de Leyva and Gachantivá, there is a unique and magical place where you can reconnect with nature, meet a lovely person and begin to see the world a different way through the eyes of a campesina that lives every day enjoying the little things the day has to offer.
Mount Dora is a cute little town is full of things to do. You can have a low-key weekend or an action-packed weekend all in this little area. Mount Dora has festivals almost every month; there are picturesque lakes and landscapes all around and unbelievable sunsets, but above all, the hospitality and the warmth you feel from locals and business owners is what makes Mount Dora someplace special.