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Local Dating Ideas and Tips

There's no shortage of unique things to do in Colombia, including activities and attractions for all ages and budgets.

While the country's tourism industry is still maturing, industrious Colombians and expats are consistently launching new businesses to guide and support travelers.

Despite the improvements in security, street theft is still a common problem in major cities such as Cartagena, Medellin, and Bogota.

Minimize your risk by avoiding cell phone use in the streets, taxis, and Ubers. Ensure your data is backed up to the cloud. And invest in travel insurance in case of theft or loss.

*** Top Things To Do in Colombia ***

It goes without saying this list is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to fun things to do in Colombia.

The writer spent three and a half years in the country and still didn't get to all the places they wanted to see.

If you'd like to visit Colombia, but would feel more comfortable with support, consider a small group tour with G Adventures:

Colombia Express is perfect if you're short on time. This nine-day trip includes quick stops in Bogota, the coffee region, Medellin, and Cartagena.

Classic Colombia includes everything above, plus additional time on the Caribbean coast in Santa Marta, Taganga, Parque Tayrona, and Minca.

Colombia Multisport & Lost City Trek is for the active traveler who would enjoy whitewater rafting in San Gil and trekking to the ruins of the Lost City. Plus, there's ample time on this 17-day tour to walk around the cities of Bogota, Medellin, and Cartagena.

Paragliding is available in Medellin, too.

Random Colombian Facts:

* The Gateway to South America. Colombia, one of the most biodiverse countries in the world and is home to striking mountain vistas, tropical coastlines, powerful rivers and a portion of the great Amazon rainforest. Located in the northwest corner of South America, Colombia borders Panama, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela and Ecuador, as well as the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean.

- Colombia is twice the size of France.
-The paramos are a unique ecosystem that you can only find in 3 countries, including Colombia.
-There are 2 coastlines: The Pacific and the Caribbean.
- You can only visit a tiny part of the Amazon.
-Colombia is one of the best countries for birdwatching.
- The whale watching season is from July to September.
-There is a 5-color river called Caño Cristales.
- The country is a paradise if you like canyoning.
-The weather in Colombia is a bit more complicated than distinguishing the rainy season and the dry season.
- Los Llanos is a vast tropical region that nobody knows.
-95% of travelers are doing the exact same itinerary.
- Colombia shares its borders with 5 countries.
-The highest peak is at 5700m in the Sierra Nevada.
- There 87 ethnic groups in Colombia.
-They drink hot chocolate with melted cheese.
- Cali is the World Capital of Salsa.
-Night buses are freezing.
- Colombia cultivates numerous tropical fruits that you’ve never heard of before.
-It’s Colombia, not Columbia.
- “Salsa Caliente” doesn’t mean hot sauce.
-It’s “No Hay Problema” instead of “No Problemo”.
- “Ahorita” is a time frame between 5 min and never.
-You can contemplate the tallest palm trees in the world in Salento AND Salamina.
- The most famous Colombia hero, Simon Bolivar, is from Venezuela.
-Colombia is one of the cheapest places for scuba diving. Isla Gorgona and Isla Providencia are a must.
- Tejo is a game with beers and gunpowder.
-Colombia’s coffee is the best.
- The third biggest Carnaval is in Barranquilla.
-Avoid going to Colombia during the Holy week.
- 99% of the inhabitants love dancing and listening to music.