With more than 50.000 pieces and 6.000 on display, the Gold Museum is a must in Bogotá, a place to go back in time to the indigenous pre columbian culture and why gold was so relevant to them. Is amazing how much information you can get when visiting cultural and historical places. If you are looking for something to do and you want to know more about Bogotá’s culture then here is everything you need to know to go and immerse yourself in one of the most visited and recognized museums downtown. Right next to the iconic Avianca building, the Gold Museum is home to more than 30.000 goldsmith piec ..read more

In the midst of everything that’s going on with COVID-19, we now have more time than ever to focus on learning things and acquiring new skills. Learning a new language is always an amazing option for making the most of our time. If you want to learn Spanish at home, we have a great offer for you: the best interactive group Spanish lessons online in real-time, not recorded, and with the best teachers! Keep reading to learn more! There are tons of reasons why we study new languages. Whether it is because we genuinely like it and enjoy it, or because we need to for a new job or to travel aroun ..read more

During this period of quarantine and self-isolation, it’s important to take care of ourselves. For that, it’s necessary to indulge our palates once in a while. Here are some good options for goodies and delicacies products in Bogotá that can be ordered right to your doorstep. Self-isolation is not synonymous with carelessness. On the contrary, it is the perfect opportunity to take care of ourselves. In these moments, when it is difficult to maintain morale because of all the restrictions and challenges we have, indulging in luxury from time to time can help you feel better. In this article, yo ..read more

During this period of quarantine and self-isolation in Bogotá, you can start making a big change. Help the planet while using sustainable products and supporting local producers! Here are some options for zero-waste shops in Bogotá. From essentials to household and special products for health and skincare, in this article you will find shops that will help you take care of yourself while helping the planet. The products you find do not use chemicals that are polluting for your body, and will also help you reduce your CO2 footprint while avoiding products that rely on animal or human cruelty. L ..read more

Life as we know it has changed drastically and because of this, many businesses and restaurants have found new ways of reinventing themselves. Here are our 10 top choices for restaurants in Bogotá that have delivery and/or take out to support during and after the quarantine.  Since the beginning of the Covid-19 outbreak, many restaurants and local shops around Colombia have closed their doors and Bogotá, of course, is no exception. This has led to new challenges and opportunities to rethink how to make a profit, especially for local businesses who are more likely to be affected by the sel ..read more

Since we have been shaken up in our daily routines, re-adapting to these new times might be a bit overwhelming. That’s why we have put together a number of ideas to do at home that will help you in the midst of social distancing. If you think about how life has changed in the last few months, it is just unbelievable – no one could have imagined a situation like this occurring. But, if you really think about it, then you can say we are very lucky because we live in a digital era that has transformed every aspect of our daily lives: we have smartphones, computers, internet, chat rooms, and video ..read more

In a time when we are not supposed to leave our houses and the whole economy has been affected, we should support one another. Nowadays, we can count on several applications that allow us to get groceries delivered. However, there are way more options beyond Rappi or Uber Eats. We would like to share with you a range of local shops, producers, farmers, and small businesses that have shifted their operations in order to deliver their products to your doorstep.  From the Farm to Your House  © Photograph by Lukas on Pexels If you find yourself looking for fresh fruits and vegetable ..read more

Colombians, like most Latin Americans, belong to a culture of collectivism, where everything revolves around family, society, friends, and groups of people. If you find yourself immersed in this way of living, it may strike you like a different or quite “dependent” one. Even more so if you come from the U.S. or most countries in Western Europe. This is a guide to understand how family works in Colombia, its deep meaning, and its connection to the rest of the culture. What is Family? © Photograph by Nikoline Arns on Unsplashed Family in Colombia is way more than what you might think. Extended f ..read more

Colombia offers variety in every aspect – you can see it yourself in our cuisine, and here is why “El Corrientazo” is one of the most important and deeply loved meals in this country. Having lived my whole life in Bogotá, I can tell you from experience that “el corrientazo” is one the best options for having lunch. This meal is, in my opinion, a very helpful choice if you want to have a cheap, big, and delicious lunch as a local would because lunch is the most important meal in Colombia. “El Corrientazo” is a menu for students, workers, and pretty much everyone. Regardless of if you are here l ..read more

Times are changing – not only because we are experiencing a pandemic, which is rare, but also because life as we know it has been shaken. It’s time to stop and think about how we can still have fun and enjoy ourselves right now and in the foreseeable future. If you are in Bogotá during the quarantine, you can still enjoy what the city offers from the comfort of your home.   Yes, these are difficult times, and yes, being in self-isolation and/or quarantine is probably something that most of us have never experienced before. But we can still make the most of our time and take advantage of the en ..read more