Terra Colombia's local team

I fell in love with Colombia after 6 months in 2018 traveling all over the country. I’ve decided to settle in Medellin so that I, in turn, can inspire travelers to visit this fabulous country.Local tipEnjoy the warm, festive atmosphere of Cali and go salsa dancing in a typical bar. FavoriteCapurgana, a small village on the Caribbean coast. Between nature walks and swimming in crystal-clear waters, it’s a haven of peace… A dishThe incredible array of exotic fruits: guanabana, granadilla, pitaya, maracuya and so many others! WOW! What impresses you most about your countryThe diversity of landscapes and the incredible welcome and friendliness of Colombians.

A pure Breton product cradled between crêpes and ciders, it was in Medellin that the sea winds decided to drop me off. Now it’s salsa music that punctuates my daily life! A tip from a localTake a nature hike in the Coffee Region and come face to face with a superb waterfall called Santa Rita. A unique experience in a magical place… My favoriteLover of wide open spaces, I was seduced by a horseback ride in the heart of nature near the Cocora Valley. A change of scenery and tranquillity guaranteed! A dishThe sancocho WOW! What impresses you most about your countryThe immensity of the country, the diversity of its landscapes and the authenticity of the people you meet. It’s impossible to get bored here!

After a 4-month trip to Latin America, I decided to leave everything behind in France to try Medellín, a city I fell in love with during my trip.Tip from a localLooking for a viewpoint high above Medellin to watch the sunset and drink a « chocolate con quesito » In Colombia, everything is eaten with cheese!FavoriteThe spectacular beauty of the Tayrona region! I discovered incredible flora and fauna, as well as heavenly beaches. The hikes are worth the detour!A dishFor me, there’s nothing better than chicharrón!WOW! What impresses you about your countryWhat fascinates me most about Colombia is the diversity of its landscapes! From the Andes to the Amazon forests, via the Caribbean and Pacific coasts, each region has its own charm. But above all, it’s the warmth and friendliness of the Colombian people that make this country so special. It’s your turn to come and discover Colombia and let yourself be seduced by its thousand facets!

Originally from Medellin, the city of eternal spring, I’m very proud of and totally in love with my city and my country.A local’s tipA walk among the wax palms of the Cocora Valley, in the coffee region, is an incomparableexperience!An incomparable experience!FavouriteThe Caribbean coast, for its magnificent 7-colour sea, its friendly people, its pleasant year-round climate and its gastronomy! A dishBandeja paisa, a typical Medellin dish, of course!WOW! What impresses you about your countryThe good humor and welcoming nature of Colombians, always ready to help foreign tourists passing through our beloved country!

I’m from Pereira and I’m the team’s « cafetera ». I love the sea, the sun and my family is extremely important to me. Always in a good mood, I help my colleagues understand the administrative complexity of our beloved Colombia!Tip from a localDiscover the typical little villages of the coffee region: Salento, Filandia, Pijao. They’re full of history, color and magic!FavouritedishMy heart sways between Providencia, a heavenly island in the heart of the Caribbean, and Caño Cristales, the famous river of a thousand colors!A dishMy favourite dish is Ajiaco, a typical Andean soup.WOW! What impresses you most about your countryThe fact that you can have all kinds of climates in a single day!

During my backpacking adventure through Latin America, I fell in love with Colombia. It’s hard to remain indifferent to the kindness of Colombians, their contagious joie de vivre, the diversity of their landscapes and the richness of their culture… This country touched me deeply. So much so, that today, I’d like to share all that it has offered me!A tip from a localMedellín is a city that has managed to reinvent itself, notably through art. With its walls transformed into veritable street art galleries, it tells a story of renewal and transformation. Modern and dynamic, between strolls through its colorful neighborhoods, escapades around the city and its many watchtowers, not forgetting its dance parties, it’s impossible to get bored!FavoriteThe unspoiled and wild Pacific region. It’s the ideal place to watch humpback whales migrate, relax on black sand beaches, admire superb sunsets and savor local cuisine based on fresh fish and coconut rice.WOWThe incredible welcome of Colombians, their sense of rhythm, their sincere smiles and their pride in sharing their culture make every encounter unique!