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Are they trying to scam me? My arrival to Bogotá, Colombia
Ustedes son todos monos? I looked puzzled at the old man who supposedly should lead me to my taxi. I had just arrived at the airport in Bogota; exhausted, and tired. All my senses were at their maximum alert. I had no clue whether this man was an authorized taxi driver or not. And the least, I wanted was to be caught up in an airport scam. I tried to politely ask him how one could see the difference between authorized taxis and non-authorized ones. He answered briefly that the authorized ones would have a name tag in the window, and then return to his initial question: Ustedes son todos monos?…
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5 reasons to visit Bogotá
Colombia is a country which had surprised me with its beautiful landscapes and diverse cities. It is with reason that Colombia is an upcoming travel destination! Colombia has something for every taste; for those who love extreme sport, for those who adore small colonial villages (including some of the most colorful ones I have ever seen), for those who want to be cultural, listen to music, and look at art, and for those who search for pulsing cosmopolitan city vibes. Bogotá has exactly these cosmopolitan vibes and a lot more to offer! Therefore, I have put together a list for you of reasons to visit Bogota, and for myself…
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8 Things You Should Know About Street Art in Bogotá
Bogotá is without a doubt one of the most amazing places to enjoy street art that I have ever visited. If you are planning a trip to the Colombian capital, and don’t want to miss a thing (or maybe you just want to day-dream a bit and enjoy some amazing pieces of Colombian street art), then read on reading and check out these 8 things you should know about street art in Bogotá. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Becci Abroad will earn a commission if you click through and/or make a purchase. This helps to pay the bills and continue…
