Opinion

Opening a bank account in Colombia presents its share of challenges.

Banker’s paradise

If you are struggling with opening that first bank account in Colombia, do not fret: You are not alone! Being a foreigner means facing obstacles…

Editorial June 2013 issue on security and intolerance.

Bridges in the desert

While there are stories to keep us occupied, let's not lose sight of big issues such as corruption and intolerance.

Take advantage of all time has to offer to do the things you want to do.

Things that matter (part II)

Make a 'Life List' rather than a ‘Bucket List’ . And focus on things that enhance life now, today, so you can be that happier…

Many face cultural conflicts when making a decision to move overseas to a new country.

Strange lands, unfamiliar ways

When we move countries the baggage we carry is often cultural. Understanding life's stages can help us outside comfort zones.

Snipers in Aleppo, Syria patrol a street where a bomb exploded.

News, reinvented

In an age of digital content, it's important to understand the message behind the content we see and read.

Moving house is always difficult especially when expats must break with friends and a life overseas.

‘Tis the moving season

Moving countries is always stressful. Come mid-year, many expats face a decision between home leave or relocation.

Don't leave yourself exposed to crime. A Colombian expression is good to know under bad circumstances.

Don’t ‘Dar papaya’

Having street smarts in the city comes down to knowing an expression which is rooted in a tropical fruit...

Time piece by Linda Mason

Time: Things that matter

How we manage our time affects life and its choices. It's important to remember that times does pass us by.


The 5-year anniversary of The City Paper Bogota

Another milestone: five years

After five years in business, The City Paper remembers struggles and successes and looks forward to the future.

Juan Manuel Santos and his cabinet

Santos needs help, and fast

President Santos chose a quiet cabinet, but may need more vocal political allies for his re-election campaign.

Antique ear illustration

Are you listening?

Listening seems like an obvious part of effective communication, but many fail to truly hear the other end of the conversation.

Networking

The power of networking

Take these tips to heart and use networking to help build business connections and improve friendships.

Hotel Security

Perception of fear

Overzealous security measures in Bogotá can leave visitors feeling unsafe even while increasing protection.

Pope Francis by Beto Barreto

Pope of a ‘New World’ order

As Pope Francis is inaugurated, South America faces an exciting and uncertain period of change and opportunity.

FARC peace process could change with death of Hugo Chávez

Chávez and Colombia’s peace

Chávez's death marks the end of an era for both his nation and the FARC, who are losing a prominent ideological leader.