Living

The botanical gardens of Medellin are a peaceful oasis.

Medellín: Very botanical

Medellín’s Botanical Gardens offer outdoor lovers and nature enthusiasts an oasis of tranquility in the modern city.

Obesity levels have doubled in the world since 1980.

Freeing up obesity

The World Health Organization states global obesity levels have doubled since 1980 and is the cause of market failures.

Some 300 boarding schools look to recruit this week in Bogota.

The boarding school choice

Some 300 boarding schools affiliated with TABS showcase their campuses during a recruitment drive in Bogotá.



D.O.N good design

From crafting artisinal shoes to tailoring, Alejandro Ordoñez of House of D.O.N is a designer set for a bold future.

Vélez: Hymns to Soacha

Vélez reaches vulnerable youth by combining melody with social media. A musician with a Christian message.

‘Ultimate’ friendships

Ultimate Frisbee can create lasting friendships, especially for those looking to integrate into a new community.

Year of wear and tell

Bogotanos have becomes more clothing conscious uniting the varied social fabric of urban living.

Bogotá, within your reach

In the new year foreigners make the decision to move to a new city. How to budget for a Bogotá move?


Medellin has made great strides in getting its inhabitants moving.

Medellín: Cables and rails

Recognized as one of the most innovative cities in the world, Medellín makes the daily commute past of its urban culture.

Part of the life experience involves making choices.

The power of choices

Part of the life experience is making everyday choices. We should choose them wisely explains "Life coach" Linda Mason.

Caring for the bees in Cauca.

Living in a ‘green’ house

An expat couple in Cauca have incorporated green initiatives to transform an already very green property.

The 11th edition of the Popayan food festival launches late November.

‘White City’ food festival

The 11th Gastronomical Congress of Popayán opens its doors with another celebration of regional foods and diversity.

A “green” photo contest

You have megapixels and memory, so taking pictures of Cundinamarca will be an exercise in environmental discovery.