Patrick

Passed through Cali for the first time in 2011, on his way from the US to Brazil on a motorcycle. Ended up kissing a caleña on his last night and the rest is history. Has been a resident of Cali, Colombia since 2013 and currently living in Barrio Bellavista with his girlfriend and 2 daughters.

My Experience Taking the Colombian Citizenship Exam: What to Expect

Patrick

March 11, 2026

Plan to stay·Visa

If you’ve been following the blog, you know I recently obtained my Colombian citizenship. This post is designed to help anyone preparing for the citizenship exam if you’re considering the same path. To be clear from the start: the questions have changed since I took the test, so this isn’t a list of current exam answers or a guaranteed shortcut

Accommodation·Plan to visit

Our First Building Built Completely From Scratch – Opening Just in Time for La Feria de Cali!

As some of you might know, my daily job is the development and operation of our short term rental (Airbnb) business here in Cali. For the past six years, our guests have told us what their dream stay in Cali looks like – and we’ve listened. Until now, we’ve built

Cali, Colombia: Your Next Nearshore Tech Hub – An Insider’s Guide for Digital Leaders

Beyond the Salsa Capital: Why Cali is Colombia’s Best-Kept Tech Secret Welcome

A 3000 km Colombian Road Trip: Exploring Culture, Nature, and Adventure with the Family

Last summer, with the kiddos on break (which, let’s be honest, makes

Viche – Colombia’s answer to Mexican Mezcal, with a better story

February 13, 2025

Culture·Shopping

Colombian Viche del Pacifico. We could talk about 400 years of resistance, tracing its roots to West Africa, of how this ancestral tradition of distilling sugar cane spirit has been handed down through generations, primarily by women, in rural Afro-Colombian communities accessible only by outboard motor boats in often politically

Warm Up This Winter in Beautiful Cali, Colombia

January 23, 2025

Plan to visit·Things to do

As winter descends upon the northern hemisphere, snowbirds seeking warmth and adventure will find a hidden gem in Cali, Colombia. With its inviting climate, friendly locals, delectable cuisine, and stunning natural surroundings, Cali offers an idyllic escape from the cold. Here’s why you should consider this vibrant city for your next

A Hernia Hurts… So Does November And Turning 40!

November 9, 2024

Accommodation·Health care·Plan to visit

Imagine your intestines trying to squeeze themselves out through the soft tissue in your lower belly. No bueno. Needs fixing and ASAP. The reason I bring it up, is that it happened to me and I just had surgery done at one of Latin America’s best hospitals here in Cali

Cali Travel Tips

May 26, 2024

Plan to visit·Safety

(Updated May 2024) This post is directed towards the people that visit Cali for the first time. Let’s be real. Cali, Colombia isn’t London, Tokyo, Sydney, Madrid, Miami or any other first world city with millions of people. This is the jungle, in more than one sense. Don’t get me

Airbnb in Cali and Colombia – Part 2

March 8, 2024

Investing·Plan to stay·Rent / buy apartment

9 years ago, in 2015, I wrote a post on how I was planning to earn a 75% ROI with an apartment on Airbnb in Cali, Colombia. Fast forward to 2024 and I have an update for you. I have renovated or built from scratch 79 units for the short-term

The New Cali Event Calendar and Access to Expat Groups

November 11, 2023

Events & Festivals·Making friends·Things to do

If you’re an adventurous soul seeking the vibrant rhythms of Cali, Colombia, you’re in for a treat! Cali, known for its rich cultural heritage and infectious enthusiasm, has now made it easier than ever to immerse yourself in the city’s heartbeat. Thanks to the new online event calendar, you can

5-Star Cabins on the Pacific Coast of Colombia

November 3, 2023

Nature·Things to do·Weekend trips

I found a little pieces of paradise in the Colombian Pacific and invite travelers to go explore this magical part of the country.

We are selling two of our Airbnb units

February 3, 2022

Investing·Plan to stay

UPDATE – BOTH UNITS ARE SOLD. If you’re looking to purchase in Cali for the vacation rental market, then feel free to reach out via the contact section as I may be able to help. So this is a first time for me. With investors we have been accumulating a

Opening day for our newest apartment hotel is coming up!

August 29, 2021

Accommodation·Plan to visit

I have a big announcement to make. The project that I’ve been working on for the past 18 months is finally about to open. It seems to be perfect timing with tourism beginning to pick up after all the struggles that the pandemic and protests have caused, not just for

A Discount For Your Next Stay In Cali, Colombia

January 22, 2021

Accommodation·Plan to visit

Back in July 2020, I ended up taking over a big part of the furnished apartment portfolio that I developed and managed with my old partners at Lifeafar. 21 units in total. Beautifully decorated, with quality furniture, super fast WiFi, A/Cs in all units and hot water in all showers.

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Patrick

My Experience Taking the Colombian Citizenship Exam: What to Expect

Our First Building Built Completely From Scratch – Opening Just in Time for La Feria de Cali!

Cali, Colombia: Your Next Nearshore Tech Hub – An Insider’s Guide for Digital Leaders

A 3000 km Colombian Road Trip: Exploring Culture, Nature, and Adventure with the Family

Viche – Colombia’s answer to Mexican Mezcal, with a better story

Warm Up This Winter in Beautiful Cali, Colombia

A Hernia Hurts… So Does November And Turning 40!

Cali Travel Tips

Airbnb in Cali and Colombia – Part 2

The New Cali Event Calendar and Access to Expat Groups

5-Star Cabins on the Pacific Coast of Colombia

We are selling two of our Airbnb units

Opening day for our newest apartment hotel is coming up!

A Discount For Your Next Stay In Cali, Colombia

Our Vacation Rentals in Cali

Colombian Visa Services

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