A positive recommendation for the Plantation House from Elke at El Gato Negro, plus confirmation from Sandra at Casa de Felipe, made this hostel our first choice in Salento. Sandra had made reservations for us while we were in Taganga, … Continue reading →
Ever wonder just how high the Andes are? In my mind, they looked a lot like California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Climbing up, up, up for an hour or more, it seemed like our bus finally got to the top of … Continue reading →
Carrera 67 No. 48D – 63; telephone: (4) 260 28 05 Recommended by a favorite travel gossip in Cartagena, Elke of El Gato Negro, we had booked a room at The Palm Tree, a hostel known to cater to backpackers … Continue reading →
Prior to leaving for South America, we spent quite a bit of time poring over travel guidebooks to gather information about which regions and cities to visit and, equally important, which hostels and hotels were of good quality, friendly, and … Continue reading →
Because we enjoyed Medellin and its people so much, we decided to take a trip into the countryside of Antioquia and visit the 200m (nearly 660 feet) solid rock ridge near the artificial lake / tourist area of Embalse de … Continue reading →
Medellin’s Jardin Botánico is a treat for body and soul, a tropical getaway within a busy city. Featuring trees, shrubs, flowering plants, water, and sculpture, it is educational, clean, and features a helpful staff.
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