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Where to Stay Your First Time in Medellin, Colombia
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"Where's the best place to stay in Medellin?"
That's one of the most common questions I get during my consultations.
The neighborhoods in Medellin are extremely varied and each have their own pros and cons, so for new travelers to Medellin - it can be difficult to find something that suits you.
In this video, I'll be sharing the top 3 areas that I recommend for new travelers and I'll be explaining exactly which type of traveler these areas of Medellin will suit best.
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G'day, my name's AK and on this channel I explore expat life in Medellin, Colombia. Whether you're considering moving to Medellin or just visiting Colombia, I've got you covered. Join me as I show you exactly what living in Medellin and Colombia as an expat is really like.
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Why I'll NEVER Understand Colombians...
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✅ Get Your FREE Medellin Relocation Guide here: medellinmasterclass.com/checklist Colombian culture is very different to where most of us expats are from... In this video we sit down to discuss and explain 10 things Colombians do that I'll never get used to, no matter how long I've been living in Colombia! G'day, my name's AK and on this channel I explore expat life in Medellin, Colombia. Wheth...
Medellin Local Shows Me Life in the Hood #colombia #travel
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🙏🏾 DONATE HERE: www.globalgiving.org/projects/unlocking-potential-english-classes-for-45-kids/ I'm going inside one of Medellin's lowest income areas to show you exactly how a huge percentage of Colombia's population lives. FREE RESOURCES: ✅ Medellin Relocation Guide (eBook): medellinmasterclass.com/checklist 🌄 Perfect Week in Medellin (eBook): www.akjoel.com/ebook 💵 12 Steps to Your First $10k...
The TRUTH About Medellin's Rising "Gringo Hatred"
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✅ FREE Medellin Relocation Guide: medellinmasterclass.com/checklist Medellin social media has been going crazy lately reporting stories about how Colombians are "rioting in the streets" against the presence of foreigners in their city. Unfortunately, basically all these social media outlets reported the facts wrong. So in this video, I'm educating you on EXACTLY what's happening in Medellin and...
I Moved to Colombia, After Realizing 3 Things About LIFE #expat
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✅ Medellin Relocation Guide (eBook): medellinmasterclass.com/checklist ☎️ BOOK a Call With Me: www.akjoel.com/consultations Today marks the 5 year anniversary of the day that I made the biggest decision in my life. I decided to leave my comfy life in Melbourne, Australia and travel the world in search of adventure and a different type of lifestyle. One that I'd been searching for my whole life....
Colombia vs USA Cost of Living: Is It Actually Cheaper?
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✅ Get Your FREE Medellin Relocation Guide here: medellinmasterclass.com/checklist Over my 3 years living in Medellin, Colombia I've always just assumed that the groceries in Medellin were cheaper than in the US. However, I've never actually done a side by side comparison.... until now! In this video, I'll be using the same grocery list to buy from Walmart in Sacramento, California and Exito in ...
7 Simple Steps to Buying Real Estate in Colombia
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🏠 Fill out this form to see if you qualify for our assistance: forms.gle/XzAWbxC1KnimdqrU7 The real estate market in Colombia is very different to the real estate market where you're from. There's some very specific things that you need to do during the purchasing process, to avoid big headaches later on. To educate you on the topic Miguel, Commercial Director of Loyalty Property Advisors, will...
Pros & Cons of Bogota, Colombia (Full Breakdown)
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✅ Get Your FREE Medellin Relocation Guide here: medellinmasterclass.com/checklist Bogota is the capital of Colombia and home to $10m people. Despite this, it's quite a polarizing city. Some love it, others hate it. In this video I'll be giving you the top 3 pros and cons of Bogota so that you can decide whether you want to check it out or avoid it altogether. FREE STUFF: 🌄 The Perfect Week in M...
How to Extend your Colombian Tourist Visa ONLINE in 2024
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✅ FREE Perfect Week in Medellin eBook here: www.akjoel.com/ebook Colombia is probably one of the easiest countries in the world to stay 6 months out of every year, however the form you need to complete to get these additional 3 months is not so easy. In this video I'll be giving you a step buy step guide of how to fill out the form and common mistakes most people make when filling it out. 📨 The...
The Colombian App That Every Expat MUST Have
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🌄 FREE EBOOK The Perfect Week in Medellin: www.akjoel.com/ebook Rappi is my absolute favourite app for use in Colombia. It saves me so much time and I use it every day. In this video I'm gonna walk you through the many features of Rappi and how it can benefit you as well, whether you're just visiting or planning a move to Colombia. FREE RESOURCES: ✅ No BS Guide to Moving to Medellin (eBook): me...
Colombia Can Be Lonely as a Foreigner...
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Colombia Can Be Lonely as a Foreigner...
Pros & Cons of El Poblado, Medellin (Full Breakdown)
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Pros & Cons of El Poblado, Medellin (Full Breakdown)
Medellin Mayor FINALLY Retaliates Against S*x Tourism
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Medellin Mayor FINALLY Retaliates Against S*x Tourism
Learn Spanish FAST With The #1 Rated Online Learning Platform
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Learn Spanish FAST With The #1 Rated Online Learning Platform
Pros & Cons of Laureles, Medellin (Full Breakdown)
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Pros & Cons of Laureles, Medellin (Full Breakdown)
Don't Come to Medellin Before Learning This...
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Don't Come to Medellin Before Learning This...
New Medellin Mayor "Bans" Airbnbs!
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New Medellin Mayor "Bans" Airbnbs!
Real Estate in Colombia: What to Know BEFORE Buying
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Real Estate in Colombia: What to Know BEFORE Buying
Medellin Isn't Just Attracting Americans Anymore...
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Medellin Isn't Just Attracting Americans Anymore...
How to Finance Your Medellin Move (EASY Passive Income) @RyanHoguePassiveIncome
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How to Finance Your Medellin Move (EASY Passive Income) @RyanHoguePassiveIncome
Medellin, Colombia FULL Cost of of Living Breakdown #expat
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Medellin, Colombia FULL Cost of of Living Breakdown #expat
Being BLACK in Colombia (Passport Bros, Danger & Dating)
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Being BLACK in Colombia (Passport Bros, Danger & Dating)
How to Get the Colombian Digital Nomad Visa (7 EASY Steps)
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How to Get the Colombian Digital Nomad Visa (7 EASY Steps)
Colombia's Health Care System EXPLAINED in Full
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Colombia's Health Care System EXPLAINED in Full
The 3 BEST Reasons to Learn Spanish (That You Never Thought About...)
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The 3 BEST Reasons to Learn Spanish (That You Never Thought About...)
Why Colombia Is No Longer Safe (For Some People)
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Why Colombia Is No Longer Safe (For Some People)
"I Moved to Colombia to Live With a Guy I Met Online"
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"I Moved to Colombia to Live With a Guy I Met Online"
BIG MISTAKES Foreigners Are Making in Medellin, Colombia
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BIG MISTAKES Foreigners Are Making in Medellin, Colombia
My Thoughts on Colombian Cities (& Why to Avoid Cartagena)
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My Thoughts on Colombian Cities (& Why to Avoid Cartagena)
Why Colombians Want (Some) Foreigners to Leave...
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Why Colombians Want (Some) Foreigners to Leave...

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @ts4426
    @ts4426 20 годин тому

    The word "racism" has no meaning anymore, at least in the U.S. Lefties here have a quota for how many times they call someone a racist. It's a lazy insult to shut down any debate with them and to make them feel self righteous.

  • @trewhite3155
    @trewhite3155 20 годин тому

    This is an example of failed government policy. Banning prostitution in certain areas and making bars and clubs close early has nothing to do with a pedophile attempting to molest children.

  • @entrenamientoexclusivosder3332
    @entrenamientoexclusivosder3332 22 години тому

    I love the weather in Bogota!

  • @orman2222
    @orman2222 23 години тому

    Well, to be fair, why did two 12 year old girls sell themselves to a sex tourist? So many underlying issues....

  • @patriciapartington1868
    @patriciapartington1868 День тому

    Disgraceful! Pedophiles from 1st world countries preying on poor 3rd world countries. I would protest too.

  • @brittanyenright4110
    @brittanyenright4110 День тому

    Thanks for asking about the seatbelts in the backseat I have been asking about that since I arrived and thought I was crazy

  • @AKJoel
    @AKJoel День тому

    🌄 Perfect Week in Medellin (eBook): www.akjoel.com/ebook ☎ BOOK a Call With Me: www.akjoel.com/consultations

  • @colombianspanish
    @colombianspanish День тому

    😂😂 Well, what happens is that people here are 100 x cent certain that if you slam the door it will break down 😅

  • @americanbee88088
    @americanbee88088 День тому

    Me and my family must move to Bogota in a diplomatic mission starting 2025.

  • @69waybetter
    @69waybetter День тому

    God bless

  • @theonlyconformist
    @theonlyconformist День тому

    I pay $225 for my health insurance plan, which includes dental, vision, and life. Most of it is paid for by your employer. Those that are self employed pay more

  • @reycondor8083
    @reycondor8083 День тому

    Can I make a reaction video? Mexicans will eat mango with salt, and hot pper on it. We have different ethnic regions with different ways of dressing 1)Just like new yorkers poke fun of country folk in texas or in alabama for dressing a certain eay seeing shorts in the cities of interior of the country are considered dirty, disorganized, or for the beach and you dress properly in a "metropolian" setting The people of the interior look down at coastal people because they wear shorts and sandals when nkt at the beach. 2)My gf is from Cartagena aka the coast, and they wear shorts and sandals all day long unless gping to a party. People from Medellin and Bogota poke fun of them for dressing like that. Please ask your gf about the beef btween andean culture and costeño culture and she will fill you in. When I was in Cartagena visiting her family she got mad at me for not wearing sandals saying that the heat would make my feet sweaty and that made her feel I wasnt being clean. Go figure huh? 3)In Australia and the USA most of the country may have a similar culture....there is more than one regional culture in Colombia It is not a monolithic country. It depends on the regional culture and that eill dictate how to dress. 4)Colombia is a poorer country and looming like a bum (shorts and sandals in an Andean city) is what you vagabonds wearin

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Haha go for it bro!

  • @marcusmeins1839
    @marcusmeins1839 День тому

    was that colombian dude on the news living under a rock? , this has been happening since the very beginnings of colombia as a country

  • @bekkasophia2718
    @bekkasophia2718 День тому

    In Mexico 🇲🇽 is gonna happen the same we are tired of gringos, go back to the usa

  • @cemortancil5965
    @cemortancil5965 День тому

    If you interested in el faro, strato 2 i know the founder of the community with beautiful views of medellin, message me if interested

  • @jeffschueler1182
    @jeffschueler1182 День тому

    I live in Medellin now and I also lived in central Mexico for a few years. It’s the same there, Mexicans don’t wear shorts as they are considered too informal.

  • @BalHarry
    @BalHarry День тому

    @AkJoel I would recommend try using white taxis and prepay in the airport. Use uber in the city and rarely. Reason: criminals signup for being Uber drivers and kidnap foreigners who come alone in those cars. My colleague from the platform this video is posted on - was kidnapped at the airport in Colombia, because Uber can’t guarantee security. White taxi can, especially prepaid, coz they are connected to the airport service and there is a visibility.

  • @user-dk3up2nl1m
    @user-dk3up2nl1m День тому

    Im latin and easily go to the clubs and bars that I never see Foreigners at (Fonda La Chismosa - in area called San Diego on Mariachi Night) is a perfect example...but I have Never been comfortable publically recording myself like a youtuber. Respect!

  • @carlaauri8461
    @carlaauri8461 День тому

    Not a big news how many pedophiles enter Colombia to do all their money can buy. Nothing wrong with putting some scare to visitors looking to get away with this horrendous crimes. GRINGO GO HOME is very much wanted in many places around the world.

  • @igonz22
    @igonz22 2 дні тому

    What editing software did you use to do the little circle video thing in the top corner?

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Da Vinci Resolve

  • @theonlyconformist
    @theonlyconformist 2 дні тому

    I plan on going there in a month but have never been to Colombia before. I am not hispanic and would not be mistaken for a Colombian, but I do speak Spanish at a high level and used to live in Argentina. Would it be a bad idea to go alone? Planning on staying in Laureles and mostly just seeing museums, architecture, a trip to Envigado

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      It's not a bad idea to go alone - there's thousands of solo travelers arriving daily who never get in any trouble.

  • @viejoditi
    @viejoditi 2 дні тому

    G´day Joel. I´ve just come across your channel and I enjoy it very much. I am Colombia living overseas (Mexico) but I did live in Oz for nearly seven years. I like watching YT videos on Colombia to deal with homesickness and appreaciate sincere,objective views of the country. So all the best, enjoy Medellin (es una chimba). Cheers mate!

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      I'm glad I can cure your homesickness a little! 🙂

  • @AZANDAE
    @AZANDAE 2 дні тому

    Hi guys any suggestions fir drop shipping groups

  • @JetsetterJournals
    @JetsetterJournals 2 дні тому

    I stayed in Poblado in a high rise. It was a nice place but I enjoyed visiting Laureles, Manila, Envigado. I will likely stay in Envigado when I come back. I liked going to the language exchange at Barrio Sur Cafe Bar.

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      The high rises are nice but you can do that anywhere in the world - Laureles and Envigado give you a very different feel and experience.

  • @MotivatedActionGroup
    @MotivatedActionGroup 2 дні тому

    I liked La Frontera. When I wasin Medellin, I would start at Mall La Frontera on Sundays n the Avenue El Plobado walk. I loved the park there next to the mall.

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Yes - the ciclovia walk is a great activity for Sundays and public holidays!

  • @69waybetter
    @69waybetter 2 дні тому

    God bless

  • @Old-soul91
    @Old-soul91 2 дні тому

    I've lived in Columbia for. 5 years now and I love living here.❤The foreigners that come here and try to take advantage Of the economy and the young folks because of the financial situations it is discussing.This is such a beautiful country.I wish the people that come here to take advantage of it would stand their own And two those who go to live in another country Or travel in another country Be a good person and people will be good to you❤

  • @shoobidyboop8634
    @shoobidyboop8634 2 дні тому

    Why are you unable to say "condom?"

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel 2 дні тому

      If you say certain trigger words, UA-cam can flag your video.

  • @jeffschueler1182
    @jeffschueler1182 2 дні тому

    The best place to stay in Medellin is anywhere without tourists and gringos.

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel 2 дні тому

      Haha that's for experienced travelers, but for first timers, the best place is probably somewhere with other tourists!

  • @faisalakrami9868
    @faisalakrami9868 2 дні тому

    Oh please .. if gringos stop going I promise you that Medellin would go belly up. You know how much money comes in each year and how many families survive based on tourism? Even the $ex workers and their families and their kids etc. seems they need to be thought a lesson in economics

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel 2 дні тому

      They never said they want gringos out, they said they want s*x tourists out.

  • @newportnelson
    @newportnelson 2 дні тому

    I was so excited to see what you were going to say about the food after you hyped it up so much, only to be disappointed in the fact you apparently did not have a single Colombian/Spanish dish your entire trip or any sort of authentic street food experience... Surely you did this on purpose for a laugh, mate? Lmao

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel 2 дні тому

      If you haven't realized, I don't like Colombian food lol.

  • @DondiniMontefusco
    @DondiniMontefusco 2 дні тому

    From Poblado Metro to the end of Calle 10 takes about 30 minutes walking (not 10 minutes)😬👍🏼

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel 2 дні тому

      Not if you walk fast 😅😅😅

  • @gnolan4281
    @gnolan4281 2 дні тому

    Laureles has been my only home for more than 8 years and inside my apartment I have never felt the need for Air Conditioning and I've never broken a sweat walking the streets. But I'm in the higher part of Laureles West of 70, South of 44th Street that is definitely cooler than the low lying flat area East of La 70 around San Joaquin and Conquistadores which I immediately notice are a bit too hot for me as far as living there.

  • @ChrisOnez718
    @ChrisOnez718 2 дні тому

    Look up the dish 'migos' or 'migaos', it may make sense once you do.

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel 2 дні тому

      I thought that was a rap group from Atlanta! lol

  • @Rainissick
    @Rainissick 2 дні тому

    Avoid anything near poblado you WILL GET GRINGO TAXED

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel 2 дні тому

      You'll get gringo taxed if you rent on Airbnb, yes.

  • @hermanc.4420
    @hermanc.4420 2 дні тому

    “The Grumpy Gringo” says rionegro

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      If you like a slower pace of life and a bit cooler weather, Rionegro is great!

  • @richexperiences1
    @richexperiences1 2 дні тому

    Great options. As much as I've visited Medellín, I have yet to stay in Poblado. I've always avoided it because I knew it was a more expensive tourist trap. However, Manila seems like a great option. Thanks for the info, will check it out!

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Manila is very tourist heavy, but for first timers it's the perfect intro to Medellin.

  • @kirbybriggs5444
    @kirbybriggs5444 2 дні тому

    That was tiring dude. We need to dial ourselves back and not strutt around like we are some kind of celebrities around the good, calm people of Colombia.

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Nobody in the video seemed to have an issue with it, all a bit of fun!

  • @jackblack2370
    @jackblack2370 2 дні тому

    I stayed in Astorga in Poblado and loved it, I'll be back soon!

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Yes - Astorga is awesome!

  • @FabianSilvaP
    @FabianSilvaP 3 дні тому

    What a nice video, the teacher at the end of the video is just amazing

  • @mrlouielou32
    @mrlouielou32 3 дні тому

    Laureles. Nice, many things around, flat.

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      My favourite part of the city!

  • @amonzart2379
    @amonzart2379 3 дні тому

    This has turned into a political plot , gringos and tourist are just scapegoats for right wing politicians. Prostitution will not go anywhere if foreigners were gone. Sexual exploitation has been a persistent issue even before the tourism boom. Righties are just tryng to show off results on media going harsh towards gringos. Of course cant be denied there is another issues like gentrification but its how market works. If new buildings or affordable housing are not working is because local government wants so. Homebuilders in Medellin are also greedy.

  • @hejiranyc
    @hejiranyc 3 дні тому

    Those larger, more "natural" city parks seem like a perfect place to get robbed. Lots of places to hide. Not too many people around, so nobody to help you out. Is it really worth it??

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Check out the reviews, plenty of people who've been there and didn't get robbed.

  • @rondensmore200
    @rondensmore200 3 дні тому

    Thks you

    • @AKJoel
      @AKJoel День тому

      Con gusto!