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Whether it's the nervous energy associated with moving on again or the prospect of entering Colombia (a country with a violent recent history) but I sleep poorly. Even the name Bogota conjures up feelings of tension and danger! The palm trees along … [Continue reading]
Christi and I stumble out of bed at 8:30 am and enjoy a complimentary breakfast of cereal, fresh juices and all manner of Colombian delicacies at the Hotel de la Opera. I could seriously get used to this lifestyle - if someone else was … [Continue reading]
The weather changes today and not for the better. Christi and I are sad to leave the luxury of the Hotel de la Opera, which is undoubtedly one of the more luxurious hotel experiences we've had in South America. Still travelers must travel, although … [Continue reading]
The day dawns with beautiful skies and Christi and I can't wait to begin exploring the area beginning with Villa de Leyva, then Raquira, and if there's enough time, the Monasterio de la Candelaria. After a complimentary breakfast at the Posada de … [Continue reading]
A little ways outside of Villa de Leyva is a scenic viewpoint overlooking the town. It requires a modest hike, which Christi feels I am more than capable of accomplishing on my own. "You have, after all, completed the Inca trail and the Roraima … [Continue reading]
Our stay in Bogota this time is brief and today Christi and I are off to Armenia in the Zona Cafetera. The Zona Cafetrea is the major coffee growing region in Colombia. It's one of those destinations which take an hour to reach by plane and 16 … [Continue reading]
One of the things to do in Colombia is to hike Valle de Cocora. This valley, located in the department of Quindio in the Central Cordillera of the Andes Mountains, is home to the rare Quindio wax palm, which is the national tree of Colombia. … [Continue reading]
Cafe la Morelia is an authentic, traditional plantation some 30 minutes ( by rented car - ching!) from the Hacienda Bambusa. Have you ever noticed at fancy restaurants and fancy hotels that nothing is ever free? Everything is available but … [Continue reading]
Christi and I say goodbye to the Hacienda Bambusa today and rejoin the backpacker world for the 7-hour semi-cama bus ride aboard the Flota Occidental service to Medellin. Of all the drug-related stories in Colombia, those involving the Medellin … [Continue reading]
The best time to see the Festival of Lights is, of course, at night, which gives Christi and I the whole day to explore Medellin. We decide to explore on foot, although whether this is a good idea is debatable. Indeed, few pedestrians are out and … [Continue reading]
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