My Expat Journey Back to U.S. from Medellin
I had a major sticker shock when it came to the cost of living in the U.S. I had gotten accustomed to taking an Uber for $2, eating a three course l…
Author: Gail Turner Brown
Immigrant or Expat, Which One Are You?
When I rolled into Colombia, I felt like a fish out of water; the new language, different customs and food. Now I know what it’s like to be an immig…
7 Best Apps For International Travel
Imagine being on your first international trip and upon arrival you realize all you have is your phone and wallet. What would you do?
Things You May Find Strange In Colombia
Mozzarella cheese - Colombians are infatuated with mozzarella cheese so much, they put it on the most unusual things. Things you may find strange in C…
5 Things I Love Most About Medellin
Medellin is known as the “City of Eternal Spring” and it definitely lives up to its name. It's always around 76 - 85F year-round with over 300 day…
Why Some May Want to Leave Colombia
Leaving Colombia? In a way, moving to a different country is like getting married...
Fun Facts – Three Famous Expats Who Thrived
When I thought about people of history that I have admired as artists, poets, authors, actors, and entertainers, it occurred to me they were expats, t…
Money Generating Ideas While Living Abroad
One of the hesitancies that can prevent people from contemplating moving to abroad is, ‘how am I going to live?”
Coffee, Coffee, Coffee – Colombia From the Ground to the Cup
I am not a coffee drinker. But I am fascinated by the way coffee is made - especially in its homeland, Colombia. Follow me on this awesome journey...
The Hidden Treasure of Medellin – Sabaneta
If you're in Miami-like living in Colombia, Medellin fits the bill. But just around the corder, traditional Colombia awaits for those who treasure it:…