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Medellin versus Playa del Carmen A Comprehensive Comparison
Choosing between Medellín, Colombia, and Playa del Carmen, Mexico, for living or traveling can be challenging. Both cities offer unique experiences shaped by their culture, climate, and lifestyle. This post compares key aspects of life and travel in these destinations, helping you decide which suits your needs better.
Elky Ramirez
Jan 76 min read


Best Apps for Travelers & Digital Nomads in Latin America
Whether you’re settling into a new city for a few months or just passing through, having the right apps on your phone can make life in Latin America so much easier. From finding housing and coworking spaces to staying safe, ordering food, or making local friends — these tools are the digital essentials you’ll actually use day to day.
Elky Ramirez
Oct 28, 202510 min read


Building Connections with WhatsApp Community Groups
What if I told you there’s a simple, almost magical way to build meaningful relationships, share experiences, and grow personally? Enter WhatsApp groups for networking. Yep, those little chat bubbles can be your gateway to a vibrant community, full of people who get you, challenge you, and inspire you.
Elky Ramirez
Oct 27, 20255 min read


How to Shop Amazon in Colombia: A Step-by-Step Guide
While ordering to Colombia is possible, it's not quite as simple as a one-day Prime delivery in the US. This ultimate guide will walk you through the two main ways to get your Amazon haul delivered right to your Colombian doorstep, complete with tips on customs, duties, and making the process as smooth as a Colombian coffee.
Elky Ramirez
Oct 26, 20257 min read


How to Get To and From Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen
This guide covers all your options — from budget-friendly buses to private transfers — with real prices, schedules, travel time estimates, and insider tips so you can make the best choice for your trip to Playa del Carmen
Elky Ramirez
Sep 30, 202516 min read


How to Get To and From Medellin Airport to the City
This guide covers all your options — from budget-friendly buses to private transfers — with real prices, schedules, travel time estimates, and insider tips so you can make the best choice for your trip.
Elky Ramirez
Sep 30, 20256 min read


The Unwritten Rules of Playa del Carmen (That No One Tells You)
Playa doesn’t run on “official rules.” It runs on unwritten ones, learn them, and you’ll start living Playa like an insider.
Elky Ramirez
Sep 29, 20253 min read


The Unwritten Rules of Medellin (That No One Tells You)
You’ve probably heard about its transformation: from danger to digital nomad paradise. But the truth? The city runs on unwritten codes you won’t find in travel guides — and ignoring them will make you stand out… in the wrong way.
Elky Ramirez
Sep 29, 20252 min read


How to Buy Real Estate in Medellín: The Complete Guide (No Fluff, Just Facts)
How to Buy Real Estate in Medellín: The Complete Guide (No Fluff, Just Facts)
Elky Ramirez
Sep 16, 20256 min read


Keep Your Accounts Safe and Sound: An Easy Guide to Setting Up Two-Factor Authentication
Keep Your Accounts Safe and Sound: An Easy Guide to Setting Up Two-Factor Authentication
Elky Ramirez
Sep 24, 20244 min read


How to Secure Your Cellphone Against Theft while traveling: Tips for Apple and Android Users
In today's digital age, our cellphones carry not just personal communications but also financial information, social media accounts, and...
Elky Ramirez
Jul 12, 20244 min read


🇨🇴 Ultimate Guide to to Applying for a Digital Nomad Visa in Colombia
Ultimate Guide to Applying for a Digital Nomad Visa: Step-by-Step Instructions and Real Document Examples
Elky Ramirez
Jun 20, 20249 min read


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Elky Ramirez
Apr 24, 20221 min read


🇨🇴 San Andrés Island Restaurant: Criminal Taquería
Introducing... CRIMINAL TAQUERIA 📍 Av. Peatonal 4-113 San Andres Islas San Andres y Providencia islas + Location in Provenza, Tesoro,...
Elky Ramirez
Feb 9, 20221 min read


🇨🇴 San Andres Island, Colombia
How to arrive in San Andres Requirements to travel to San Andres When is the best time to visit San Andrés? How to move around in...
Elky Ramirez
Dec 21, 202110 min read


🇨🇴 Medellin Restaurant: La Verguería
This recommendation is far from a usual experience and it might not be for everyone but for those of you willing to give it a try, I'm...
Elky Ramirez
Dec 20, 20211 min read


Review Primark's "PS Liquid Lips Kits"
Hey there, Elky here! I wanted to pop in and review Primark’s “PS Liquid Lips” The packaging comes with 4 lipsticks that have 1.8mL of...
Elky Ramirez
Dec 19, 20213 min read


Instagram Story (Safe Zones Editable Files)
I was searching for some type of image or editable file that I could use to design Instagram stories but I couldn't seem to find any so I...
Elky Ramirez
Nov 14, 20211 min read
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