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Fab photo of the Day: Market on top of Monserrate, Bogota
Posted on October 5, 2012 Leave a Comment
This photo was taken on the very first day of my world trip, in Bogota, Colombia. My camera battery had died, so I used my iPhone to snap this shot, and completely forgot about it until this morning when I was scrolling through old photos! Perched high above Monserrate is a market, with handicrafts, souvenirs, […]
Nightlife in Colombia
Posted on February 26, 2012 3 Comments
When we were in Bocagrande, a guy came up to me and asked if I was a Philadelphia Eagles fan. He said he noticed my t-shirt – which had the Philly LOVE park logo. (The shirt actually says American Eagle, but hey, close enough). Turns out he was from Philly and moved to Colombia to […]
La Calera
Posted on February 26, 2012 Leave a Comment
La Calera is a scenic area north of Bogota. On Sundays, the entire road to La Calera is closed to cars, and used for walking and biking. Diana and her parents graciously took time out of their weekend to take me and Robyn on a tour! The countryside views are gorgeous. There are tons of […]
Platypus Hostel, Bogota
Posted on February 3, 2012 8 Comments
Laura C. asked to see some pictures of the hostel I stayed in in Bogota. So here’s my review of the Platypus Hostel. I arrived at 11pm, tired from a long flight and somewhat nervous about what this place would actually be like. Especially since it was my first time staying in a hostel! Platypus […]
Bogota
Posted on February 1, 2012 4 Comments
Yesterday evening we went out in the Zona Rosa, which is home to a large mall, and many restaurants and bars. We hung out at Andres Carne de Res, which has four different levels of fun! When visitors from other countries arrive, they give out sashes and crowns, and serenade them with music – cheesy, […]
