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Last week we started a new feature here at Travel & Living where we interview expats in Colombia. The idea is to give you, the reader, an insight into Colombia from an international perspective; to address the issues and concerns that might face tourists on a Colombia tour<\/a> and to see what it is about Colombian cultur<\/a>e that has convinced people to stay here. If you\u2019re a regular reader you\u2019ll know how passionate we are about the country and how much we would implore anyone to come here for a Colombian vacation<\/a>, but so you know it\u2019s not just us, we\u2019re pleased to present you with opinions from all around the world.<\/p>\n

This week\u2019s interview is with Felicity, 25, from London, England. Felicity is working as an English teacher in Bogot\u00e1, ending a year-long trip around Europe and the US.<\/p>\n

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Felicity’s favourite city: Bogot\u00e1<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What brought you to Colombia?
\n<\/em><\/strong>When I found myself in the fortunate position of having some time between jobs and money saved, I was looking for a place that I could live for a few months to experience a different culture and learn a new language. I was drawn to Colombia because it has the allure of a new and exciting destination and, yet, it seemed to me an accessible, cheap and fun place to live.<\/p>\n

What were your first impressions of Colombia?<\/strong><\/em>
\n<\/em><\/strong>As I stepped out of the airport, slightly disorientated and tired from traveling the States, I was helped by a friendly Coste\u00f1o. Ever since, what has stood out the most is that the Colombian people are some of the warmest, most polite and welcoming people I\u2019ve come across. I feel like I\u2019ve been enthused and buoyed along by their passion for their country \u2013 although they need to stop trying to teach me salsa, I can\u2019t do it!<\/p>\n

What\u2019s your favourite place you\u2019ve visited?<\/strong><\/em>
\n<\/em><\/strong>Bogot\u00e1. It\u2019s got so much going on, a lively international community, countless different areas to explore (I\u2019m still finding new things here!) and some of the best food I\u2019ve found in Colombia. The neighborhood I live in, La Macarena, is choc-full of restaurants and cafes, all looking out on stunning views of the city.<\/p>\n

What advice would you give a tourist coming to Colombia for the first time?<\/strong><\/em>
\n<\/em><\/strong>Definitely learn some basic Spanish, not only will it ensure you can navigate yourself around more easily, but it\u2019ll make a good impression on locals. Keep in mind that the more effort you put in the more you\u2019ll get out of traveling here. Use sites like See Colombia Travel<\/a>, this blog, Couch Surfing\u2026 They all help to get more information and up-to-date events that involve both travelers and locals alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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