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                                         \n                                                                                                                    \n                                                            <span class=\"pp-author-boxes-avatar-details\">\n                                                                <span class=\"pp-author-boxes-name multiple-authors-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/author\/th-espeutegmail-com\/\" rel=\"author\" title=\"Thomas Espeute\" class=\"author url fn\">Thomas Espeute<\/a><\/span>                                                                                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                      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This destination attracts many travelers, and I love walking through its green streets. But don&#8217;t forget that it&#8217;s still <strong>a major American City.<\/strong><br><br>So, is Medell\u00edn safe? <strong>Yes, but you need to stay vigilant.<\/strong> I&#8217;ve lived here <strong>for many years<\/strong>, and here are my tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postHeaderInfos has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-64b0c7a8b85d17669ed3c364d254aed5\"><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-23c44a2d\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-326e7c7e destHeaderMask light\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown center - Botero Square - Medellin Antioquia Colombia - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-87776\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-23e84385 destSectionContainer\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fb46d96e postHeaderAccordion gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1e294904 postHeaderAccordionPanel gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-2ec74e2a gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-2ec74e2a\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why trust TOM PLAN MY TRIP?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-b0893f7b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b0893f7b\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3f988422 postHeaderAccordionPanelContent\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bd22543f postHeaderAccordionPanelContentInfos\">\n\n<p>We are on a quest across Colombia to discover<strong> the top local agencies<\/strong> to establish a trustworthy <strong>network of experts<\/strong> and gather <strong>unique, valuable insights<\/strong> for each destination. 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Here Is What I&#8217;ve Learned<\/h2>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">First, you should <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/where-to-stay-medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3123\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93073\">choose a good neighborhood.<\/a><\/strong> Most travelers go to <strong>Poblado<\/strong>, but I also like the <strong>Laureles<\/strong> and <strong>La Floresta<\/strong> areas. During the day, you can walk around these neighborhoods, but that&#8217;s no reason to flaunt your iPhone 28.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At night<\/strong>, I always use <strong>Uber<\/strong> to get around. The golden rule is to avoid walking in deserted streets, such as residential areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, there are <strong>plenty of scams on<\/strong> <strong>Tinder<\/strong> and in trendy bars. Be cautious if a very attractive girl suddenly shows a lot of interest in you. If it seems too good to be true, it&#8217;s maybe a trap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8b126dfe postAdvice left\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3444d2d0 postAdviceContent\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b823a3af postAdviceContentBloc\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading postAdviceContentTitle\">TOM&#8217;S TIP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postAdviceContentDetails\">Don&#8217;t hesitate to check out our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/itinerary-advice\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"19425\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93074\">travel advice before visiting Colombia<\/a><\/strong>. You&#8217;ll find lots of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/why-is-colombia-safe-in-2017-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2834\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93075\">safety tips<\/a><\/strong> that can be useful. I&#8217;ve also compiled<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8850\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93076\"> all my knowledge about Medell\u00edn<\/a><\/strong>. There are so <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/things-to-do-in-medellin-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"13855\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93077\">many things to do and see<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-59b9fb5b postAdvicePicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-cc51a96f\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"237\" height=\"313\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-cc51a96f\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"tom-right-1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1.png 237w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1-227x300.png 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong><strong>Medellin Past vs. Medellin Present<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/medellin.jpg\" alt=\"medellin\" class=\"wp-image-47489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/medellin.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/medellin-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/medellin-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Medellin of yesterday is very different from the Medellin of today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>The vile Pablo Escobar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For decades, Medellin had to cope with a drug-dealer war spearheaded by the late drug lord <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"93078\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/pablo-escobar-tour-medellin-colombia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"72413\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pablo Escobar <\/a><\/strong>(police forces killed him in 1993). Those were days of terror, with shootings, bombs, killings, and kidnaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Escobar fought the establishment in an attempt to cancel the extradition of drug traffickers to the United States: &#8220;We prefer a tomb in Colombia than a jail in the U.S.&#8221; was their motto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Escobar squad and &#8220;Popeye,&#8221; one of his deadliest lieutenants, hired motorcycle hitmen to eliminate their opponents, either police officers, other drug lords, politicians, or civilians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There was also a war between the Cali and Medellin cartels and paramilitary forces. Those days are over now, although Medellin is still not one of the safest cities in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may get in trouble if you buy or accept drugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Is Medellin safe right now?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Things have changed; nowadays, the most common risks are petty theft or motorbike thieves who can snatch your cell phone or laptop if you overexpose yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also walk safely during the daytime, but you should know where to go and where not to go if you want to stay safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, risky situations will occur for people looking for drugs or sex tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>My Medellin Safety Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these tips to explore the city better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Districts and areas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Belen-Medellin.jpg\" alt=\"Belen-Medellin\" class=\"wp-image-57807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Belen-Medellin.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Belen-Medellin-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Belen-Medellin-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Is Medellin safe? Some areas differ from others, depending on how well or how little you know your way around and the level of your Spanish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Centro (Downtown)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The historic center and the business area are places you can visit during the day. You should avoid it at night, although there are a couple of good bars. If you go accompanied, you&#8217;ll be safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know the center and have no experience in other cities in South America, a better option is to hire a tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Comuna 13<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This area on the hills of Medellin was the epicenter of the mafia and gang violence, but now it has turned into a tourist destination where you can learn a lot about Medellin&#8217;s recent history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, I won&#8217;t recommend staying there overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>El Poblado<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>El Poblado is the safest area in town, and it&#8217;s considered the best neighborhood in Medellin, the city of eternal spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This area is home to luxury homes, nightlife, fine restaurants, shopping centers, beautiful green areas, fantastic city views, and many foreigners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, it is the best place to start if you don&#8217;t have experience in towns around South America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parque Poblado, Provenza &amp; Parque Lleras are famous for their district vibe. Take the necessary precautions in Parque Lleras. This area was trendy a few years ago, but the environment is worsening with time (drugs and prostitutes)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I advise you not to walk in lonely, dark places at night, especially if you&#8217;re unaccompanied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Laureles<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the expat, digital nomad&#8217;s favorite area in the city. It&#8217;s mainly residential, with not many people on the streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The area has good restaurants, bars, and clubs, although scattered around the neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some places are safer, so always be aware of where you walk or go. Laureles contributes to safety in Medellin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Envigado and Sabaneta<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These two towns are near each other and on Medellin&#8217;s outskirts. They are residential areas with few tourists, where knowing Spanish is almost a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not practical for a first-time visitor since all of Medellin&#8217;s nightlife and places of interest are far away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Be street-smart when visiting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Poblado-1.jpg\" alt=\"Poblado Medellin\" class=\"wp-image-57826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Poblado-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Poblado-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Poblado-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The motto in Medellin and other cities is Colombia is &#8220;<strong><a data-lasso-id=\"93079\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/colombian-slang-words-expressions\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"72620\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">no dar papaya<\/a><\/strong>&#8220;. This local expression means not giving yourself an easy target for robbers, such as taking out your expensive phone in the street, using a laptop in a park, or being too naive and careless about safety. It&#8217;s about taking into consideration essential safety tips, as in any city in Latin America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t attract too much attention,<\/strong> like talking loudly in English, wearing too flashy clothes, or just showing a &#8216;sign&#8217; of &#8220;hey, I&#8217;m a tourist.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid using your smartphone <\/strong>to follow routes on Google Maps. Try to memorize your way instead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be aware of motorcyclists.<\/strong> Many of the snatches or muggings are done by robbers on motorbikes. Walk the street in the opposite direction of the traffic to minimize the risk of having your purse snatched from behind.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t resist robbers<\/strong>. They can be violent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may want to carry two wallets, one with a bit of cash, more visible, and the real one hidden in your clothes. The same goes for your cell phone; you may want to buy a cheaper one to carry around. And never carry your passport, just a copy of it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t get scared if you see soldiers in the street. They&#8217;re serious-looking but kind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Transportation in Medellin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Metro-Medellin.jpg\" alt=\"Metro-Medellin\" class=\"wp-image-58522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Metro-Medellin.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Metro-Medellin-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Metro-Medellin-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Medell\u00edn Metro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll see. It&#8217;s easy to move around the city of eternal spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Public transportation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Buses in the city are difficult to use, but the metro should not be a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>The metro<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It&#8217;s easy to use, and people keep it impeccably clean.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid using it during rush hours, between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., and between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., as trains can get very crowded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be careful with your belongings. Wear your backpack on your chest and keep an eye on your wallet, pockets, and cell phone while on trains and stations without looking scared or worried, as you would on any public transport in Latin America.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Buses<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Buses are a bit more complicated to use in Medellin because there are many routes and weird names. Also, time schedules are not exact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t be afraid to take a bus (and save money) to visit nearby towns such as Guatape, Jerico, Guarne, etc. It&#8217;s a suitable, affordable means of public transport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Taxis and apps<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s cheap and easy. Don&#8217;t hesitate to overuse it at night. It will prevent you from getting into trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Shared apps<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>These apps are supposedly illegal, but everyone uses them. Taxi drivers are very jealous of these apps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you use an app, make sure you travel in the front seat as if you were a friend, so taxi drivers or the police won&#8217;t bother you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These apps are practical and allow for a safe trip. You know in advance who your driver is and the car&#8217;s plate number, and you can share the route with other people you know so they&#8217;re aware of where you are on the map.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two of my favorite apps are Didi and Uber. Cabify is another option for shorter routes, although a bit more expensive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re in a cab, lock your door and elevate the window if you use your mobile. It would be best if you didn&#8217;t use it, though, for it can be snatched through the window while stopping at traffic lights. Always exercise caution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Taxis<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Taxi drivers in Medellin tend to be more polite than in many cities worldwide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taxi service is cheap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure the taxi meter is working.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Know the price of a specific service or distance beforehand so you won&#8217;t be charged an extra fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For me, hiring a taxi driver for longer trips outside Medellin worked just fine (ask the driver for his WhatsApp number if you want to hire him later.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Car rental<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It&#8217;s possible to rent a car, although it&#8217;s not cheap if you have safety concerns. Taxis are more affordable. It&#8217;s not worth it for solo travelers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traffic in Medellin can be unbearable if you always drive a car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you drive, be careful with drivers who do not always stop at red lights at night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Solo traveling in Medellin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Poblado-en-Medellin.jpg\" alt=\"Poblado-en-Medellin\" class=\"wp-image-58533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Poblado-en-Medellin.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Poblado-en-Medellin-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Poblado-en-Medellin-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Medellin is one of those cities where solo travelers can survive independently because people are amicable, and it&#8217;s generally safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, beware of over-friendly people, especially if it&#8217;s a beautiful, hot woman in a bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Women can travel alone in Medellin because &#8220;paisa&#8221; men are talkative and respectful. Solo female travelers shouldn&#8217;t be afraid of, for instance, going to a bar on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll get the most out of your experience in Medellin if you speak a bit of Spanish. Not every local person in town speaks English. You can enjoy Medellin if you go in a group or as a solo traveler. Always look for safer neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Going out at night in Medellin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1.jpg\" alt=\"Poblado Provenza Medellin\" class=\"wp-image-57558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Provenza<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/medellin-nightlife-tips-parties-bars\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9019\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93080\">Most partying occurs in the El Poblado neighborhood<\/a><\/strong> on Provenza Street, deemed one of the coolest streets in the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t be afraid to go bar-crawling around El Poblado or 70 Street. There are different bars close to one another in these two areas, and it&#8217;s perfectly safe to walk around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to visit different party areas in this beautiful city in one night or go somewhere away from where you&#8217;re staying, take a taxi. Avoid walking around lonely, dark streets while going to different bars or clubs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once at the bar, never leave your drink unattended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid places with prostitutes, for they are never safe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try not to get too drunk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid buying drugs. Selling and buying are illegal, and police set up raids from time to time or search tourists for drugs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are certain places for adult entertainment in La Candelaria (Fase II), in the city center. The place can be fun and not that expensive, but solo travelers shouldn&#8217;t go there alone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Girls in Medellin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Colombian-Girl-in-Comuna-13.jpg\" alt=\"Colombian-Girl-in-Comuna-13\" class=\"wp-image-60305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Colombian-Girl-in-Comuna-13.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Colombian-Girl-in-Comuna-13-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Colombian-Girl-in-Comuna-13-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The girls in Medellin are said to be the most beautiful and friendly in Colombia, and this seems to be true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, never trust hot girls who want to become friends or something else shortly after meeting them. Petty crime also uses hot girls as bait, so follow your common sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scopolamine is a very commonly used<\/strong> substance by people who want to steal your money or belongings. This substance is also known as &#8220;burundanga,&#8221; and it&#8217;s usually administered in your drink if you leave it unattended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scopolamine is a substance that makes you lose your will and leaves specific negative side effects, such as dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, and limb weakness. Side effects usually last 12 hours, but heavier doses can kill a person, so always seek medical assistance if this should happen to you, or call 123, the national emergency number. You can also use your travel insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid getting drugged while visiting Medellin, be careful when accepting drinks or cigarettes from strangers, take care of your partners and friends, share a ride home or let your friends follow the taxi route in the app map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Never invite strangers to your home or room. If you do, pour your drinks. At bars, take the necessary precautions. Remember: If a girl you meet at a bar is too good to be true, it&#8217;s probably a scam or a trap. Try always to stay safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A piece of advice: Even if &#8220;paisa&#8221; girls are friendly and nice, refrain from harassing them on the street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prostitution is legal in Colombia, but try to avoid these unnecessary dangers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to date a Colombian girl for real, they are used to special treatment, so you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pay for most outings, dinners, and drinks (in Latin culture, men pay.) Some girls might see you as their sugar daddy. Cope with it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treat her like a lady and take care of her.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not get mad if she arrives late.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet her parents quite frequently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take care of your appearance (shower, deodorant, clean clothes.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bear with the fact she will probably love drama (jealousy, need for attention.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn Spanish (a few girls speak English.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Probably not to meet her on Tinder. Colombian Cupid should work better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Colombian girls are predominantly Catholic, and it will take time for you to get to &#8220;that moment.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Living in Medellin: digital nomads and expats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/apartment-in-Medellin-Poblado.jpg\" alt=\"apartment in Medellin Poblado\" class=\"wp-image-58598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/apartment-in-Medellin-Poblado.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/apartment-in-Medellin-Poblado-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/apartment-in-Medellin-Poblado-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">My Apartment in Poblado for a few days<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>El Poblado is safe for digital nomads in solo or groups, although the neighborhood may lack authenticity (too much European atmosphere). Other alternate places are the close towns of Envigado and Sabaneta, or Laureles neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re working on your laptop on a cafe&#8217;s terrace, stay away from the edge near the street or the entrance because thieves might snatch your computer or tablet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Also, don&#8217;t leave your computer unattended on the cafe&#8217;s table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The nice spring weather, the city vibe, and the friendly people attract many foreigners and digital nomads. It&#8217;s safe for solo travelers. However, never get too comfortable because petty crimes might occur even in nice areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you buy things on online forums or Facebook (shopping, furniture, technology), always get the product first and pay for delivery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb options are generally trouble-free to rent, and you can stay safe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t trust overly friendly people who start asking too many personal questions beyond normal curiosity or icebreakers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Phone &amp; internet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Local SIM cards are cheap and practical. You can have home and internet service with a good connection speed. They&#8217;re great for seeing maps, finding taxis, translating things, and communicating with family or friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can, use a VPN to protect your data (passwords, ID numbers, etc.) when you connect to a public network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on how long you stay, you can buy a &#8220;prepago&#8221; or &#8220;postpago&#8221; card. The former has a specific capacity, and you buy what you need, whereas the latter has a contract, and you pay at the end of the month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Money<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Withdraw money from an ATM, preferably inside malls or banks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decline the ATM&#8217;s rate. It sucks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Put a daily or total limit on your credit card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to play it really safe, use a decoy wallet and keep your credit card in your sock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can pay in most places with your credit or debit card in Medellin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have a Colombian savings account, you can pay through a service called Nequi, by transferring directly from your phone or using the QR code of the establishment where you buy. This allows you to carry less cash.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Food and drinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BBC-beer.jpg\" alt=\"BBC-beer\" class=\"wp-image-58526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BBC-beer.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BBC-beer-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/BBC-beer-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It&#8217;s safe in Medellin to drink water from the tap, and street food can be quite an experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Street food in markets or boulevards is usually excellent and cheap, although some items can be greasy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A variety of fruits is available almost everywhere on the street. These are safe to eat and cheap. Make sure you rinse them first, just in case.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also get juices and other drinks as part of the delicious street food offered in town.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong><strong>More safety-related topics<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Medellin-Colombia.jpg\" alt=\"Medellin-Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-58534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Medellin-Colombia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Medellin-Colombia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Medellin-Colombia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Readers often ask us about safety in Medell\u00edn. Here are our most common answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Is Medellin safe for tourists?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Medellin is a far cry from the violent city, murder capital it used to be in the 80s and 90s, the terror era of Pablo Escobar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, consider strengthening your awareness when you go to bars and meet girls who are too hot to be true or overly friendly people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, petty theft is everywhere if you give them a chance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Is Medellin safer than Bogota?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Medellin and Bogota are big cities. Therefore, they have to cope with safety issues in a similar fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perceptions may vary, and sometimes Bogota feels dodgier than Medellin, especially in its downtown area (La Candelaria, Martires, San Victorino, etc., the latter two being some of the most dangerous neighborhoods and no-go areas).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bogota and Medellin are not the most dangerous cities in Colombia. Cali is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Is Medellin safer than Cartagena?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cartagena&#8217;s walled city and the Getsemani neighborhood are very safe. Outside these touristic neighborhoods, things can become a bit unsafe for tourists because of extreme poverty. Cartagena is not the most dangerous city, but you shouldn&#8217;t &#8220;dar papaya&#8221; and stay safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Is Medellin safe to walk around?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Medellin is no Disneyland, but, in general terms, you can almost walk anywhere during the daytime, even for solo female travelers. Street crime has remained at the same levels for the last decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The difference is that in Medellin, you shouldn&#8217;t walk around wearing expensive jewelry, with a fancy smartphone in your hands, or carry lots of money around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll see many homeless people, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>What are the safest districts in Medellin?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2192 If you&#8217;re a first-time visitor to the city of eternal spring, you should:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stay in El Poblado<\/strong>. You have a lot of foreigners to hang out with, and it&#8217;s one of the safest neighborhoods, even for a solo female traveler. A high police presence in the area makes Medellin safe to visit. Of course, no place is extremely safe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Also, stay in <strong>Laureles neighborhood <\/strong>to see more of &#8220;the real thing&#8221; in Colombian culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In these two areas, locals are welcoming and curious about visitors from outside. Petty crime is not a big issue, and there aren&#8217;t really dangerous streets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2192 If you want to stay longer or live for a while:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Envigado<\/strong> is a town next to Medellin, where independent travelers can go by metro. The district is controlled by La Oficina (a drug cartel). It&#8217;s not a dangerous city because the drug lords want to keep the town out of trouble, and they don&#8217;t mess around with foreign visitors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sabaneta <\/strong>is another town near Medellin and Envigado. It&#8217;s a safe city, and the surroundings are cool for extended stays. These Colombian cities present low levels of violent crime and offer great well-being.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-e981b3d9 destSection destExperience\" id=\"destExperience\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0fc7424092c7f817717fe440b80c8075\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Favorite experiences in Medellin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center destIntro has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a27ef37df385838efadaa1d9a5739c7d\">Directly contact the best local agencies for this destination<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activities_carousel city=46]<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6523c558 destMore\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc9fc63f destMoreContainer\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bce46af destMoreIllu\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-4d0e9ffd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"591\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-4d0e9ffd\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"tom-adrien-1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1.png 747w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1-300x237.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cd3650fe\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading destMoreTitle has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19d9e8387353123fe2493a1f80826ce3\">Looking for more activities? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"destMoreInfos has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25e95048211a5240b3a0ee8e64a4fb2d\">We personally select and test the best tours in Colombia\u2014to help you make the right choices.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-98ff1c2c gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/\" data-lasso-id=\"93081\">See all tours<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-ddbeb640 destSection destReviews\" id=\"destReview\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-61de140b destSectionContainer\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle\">Traveler Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-95105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"French couple who traveled to Colombia with Tomplanmytrip | Review\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Hagp-BVnn2g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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