From its sparkling Caribbean coastline to its snow-capped Andean mountains and lush Amazon Rainforest, Colombia has no shortage of incredible destinations to visit. Colombia was the first country I ever solo traveled to, sparking a love for travel that led me to this full-time nomadic lifestyle that I live now. For that, it’ll always hold… Read More The 17 Best Backpacker Destinations to Visit in Colombia | 2026
Bogota is a city that receives mixed reviews from solo travelers and backpackers. The sprawling capital of Colombia is chaotic, crowded, and on the outside, not very charming. It doesn’t have the colorful colonial streets of Cartagena, nor does it have the vibrant character of Medellin. We’re not off to a good start here, are… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Bogota, Colombia | 2026
After three months in Colombia, I thought I had seen most of what the country had to offer. Then, I looked at a map of Colombia and realized that I’ve only scratched the surface of its many regions. Colombia is a country that I would recommend to any type of traveler, no matter their interests… Read More One Month Colombia Backpacking Itinerary | 2026
Colombia is a backpacker’s paradise. This country is oozing with natural beauty and unforgettable adventures. Few countries can boast having sparkling turquoise waters, snow-capped mountain ranges, and the freakin’ Amazon Rainforest. From charming villages nestled in the mountains, to vibrant cities teeming with life and color, Colombia is as well-rounded of a destination you could… Read More The 21 Best Backpacker Hostels in Colombia | 2026
Spicy, sizzling, sensual Cartagena. Where do I even begin? This colorful and vibrant city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast is one of my favorite travel destinations in the world. Admittedly, there is a bit of nostalgia and fondness, as Cartagena was the first stop on my first ever solo backpacking trip. No matter how many times… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Cartagena, Colombia | 2026
The charming town of Salento is nestled in the rolling hills of Colombia’s eje cafetero. Contrasting against those lush, green valleys are Salento’s all-white buildings with their vividly colored doors and balconies. As a backpacker traveling through Colombia, I couldn’t imagine a more ideal destination than Salento and the neighboring Cocora Valley and national parks.… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Salento, Colombia | 2026
Colombia, once a no-travel zone for much of the world, has quickly become a bustling hotspot for digital nomads, remote workers, and other long-term travelers. It might sound surprising to some, but dig a little deeper and it becomes pretty easy to see why. Between Colombia’s sparkling Caribbean coastline, vibrant cultures, and laid-back pace of… Read More The Best Places To Work Remotely in Colombia | 2026
When I look back at what made me fall in love with backpacking, Medellin comes to mind. Colombia was the first country that I ever solo backpacked to, further amplifying the liveliness and chaos of this vibrant Latin American country. The excitement that Medellin offered a wide-eyed newbie traveler like me can’t be put to… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Medellin, Colombia | 2025
Surprisingly, the first I ever heard of Medellin was not from the tales of Pablo Escobar, but from the golfer Camilo Villegas. His long hair, muscular build, and Latin swagger solidified him as probably my only ever man crush on a golfer. Of course, his contributions to Colombian history weren’t nearly as significant as his… Read More Comuna 13 in Medellin, Colombia | A Broken Barrio Reinvigorated