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Articles tagged couchsurfing on Medellin Living — Medellín expat guides and stories.
Moving Into a New Life In Colombia
My last few days have been filled with my quest to settle down in Medellin. Right now, I’m not even sure why I am so determined to be here. I can’t communicate with most people, and I really do miss my friends and…
Friday Night at Cien Fuegos
Last Friday night, I had made plans to go dancing with Sirley at Cien Fuegos. It was long overdue, and we posted an invite to the Medellin Couchsurfing group to see who else would be interested. People began arriving at…
World Cup Qualifier: Colombia v. Argentina
Saturday’s main event for me and the majority of the Colombian and Argentine population was the World Cup qualifier match between the two countries. Colombia was a big time underdog. I took a cab to Parque Lleras, where…
The Arepa Launch Party at Melodie Lounge
The Arepa is the new, free English-language guide to culture and nightlife in Medellin. Robin Finley made the move from California to Colombia a few months ago, and immediately set about creating an entertaining monthly…
Visiting the Museo de Arte Moderno
Update: This post was written based on a visit to the old location of the museum. You can read about my visit to it’s new location here. Visiting the Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellin (MAMM) has been on my “to-do” list…
Jesusa’s Birthday Bash (+ Belly Dancing)
Jesusa, the very first Medellin couchsurfer I met back in February, celebrated her birthday this past Friday night. It was held at the new apartment of Kevin, a fellow American and couchsurfer extraordinaire. Finally, I…
Stepping Up the Salsa Practice
Lessons in a dance studio are not enough to become proficient at salsa. I learned this back in Washington, DC circa 2006. You need to practice, at least once a week, and preferably more in the beginning. So with that…
Salsa Dancing At El Eslabon Prendido
Salsa dancing at El Eslabon Prendido is one of the top nightlife experiences in Medellin, Colombia. Live salsa bands are featured every Tuesday.
A Friday Night Return to Antioquia University
Every weekend is an effortless new adventure living in Medellin, and I imagine in any country foreign on your own. This past Friday, I joined my roommate Martin, and David (Mexico), for a visit across town to Amu’s…
Salsa Show Featuring World Champions
Last Thursday I met up with Joe (Australia) and Sirley from Couchsurfing for a salsa show at the University of Medellin. The headlining couples were from Cali, and both pairs were world champions. Carlo Acrosalsa y…
Blue
Blue is a popular rock club near Parque Lleras in Medellin.
Apartment Search, Couchsurfing, And Networking
Friday turned out to be an exciting day for connecting with new people living in Medellin. First, I had an impromptu meeting with Adriaan, editor-in-chief of Colombia Reports. I learned a little more about how he…
Couchsurfing In Medellin
Couchsurfing, for those who have yet to discover it, is an online social network geared toward travelers. The network allows you to post a profile and either off to host a traveler in your home, contact someone while…