The Cali Adventurer

Colombia: Land of 18 National Holidays

June 22, 2015

So the 4th of July or Thanksgiving gets you excited? I don’t blame you. Usually it involves spending time with loved ones, eating great food and celebrating. But what if a few annual holidays simply isn’t enough? And what if you only had 5 or 10 days of vacation from your

Wednesdays = 50% Discount in Cali’s Cinemas

June 19, 2015

Cali with kids·Shopping·Things to do

A favorite pastime of the Caleños is going to the cinema. They love watching movies and because demand is high, the movie theaters in Cali are of very high quality. Every shopping center has a cinema and 3 different companies dominate the market: Cine Colombia with locations in shopping centers Palmetto, Cosmo

North Face Adventure Marathon in Cali

June 18, 2015

Events & Festivals·Hiking·Nature·Sport & Recreation·Things to do

If you like nature and you like running, then the North Face Adventure Marathon is an event too good to be missed. It takes place in Pance, southern Cali on August 30th, 2015. Cali is the sports capital of Colombia and there are a ton of different races here, but nothing like

Martyn’s Bar

June 18, 2015

Music & Dancing·Nightlife·Things to do

I’m biased. I met my current girlfriend and the mother of my two daughters at Martyn’s Bar in the spring of 2011, so the thought of the bar awakes great memories for me. That be said, from an objective standpoint, I still think that Martyn’s Bar is a great place! Here’s

El Pargo Rojo – Great Budget Seafood in San Antonio

June 12, 2015

Restaurants·Things to do

If you like seafood, then the tiny little restaurant, El Pargo Rojo (The Red Snapper), with less than 20 seats is a great place to go for lunch. The menu consists entirely of seafood, prepared by women from the Pacific coast. Don’t be fooled by the primitive looks of the

11 Reasons I prefer Cali over Medellín

June 11, 2015

Culture·Plan to stay·Plan to visit·Things to do

Medellín is a favorite among tourists, expats and entrepreneurs alike, and to be fair, it is a very cool place. I’ve spent a fair amount of time in Medellín, but I currently live as a resident in Cali. Of course I am biased in my opinions. Still, I feel that

Corpobello Medical Spa & Massage in Cali

June 10, 2015

Health care·Things to do·Wellness

You ever feel a need for a good massage? I try to get a full-body massage at least once a month. It’s a small luxury, but I’ve found that it relieves small pains and improves my mood. I prefer a a relaxing oil full-body massage. Not only does it feel amazing, but massages also come

Counterfeit Currency – Mind Your Colombian Pesos

June 9, 2015

Gambling·Safety·Shopping

Fake bills are everywhere in Colombia and nearly everyone (both Colombians and expats) has been tricked at least once. So, it’s important to remember to check each note you receive to make sure it’s legit. I learned my lesson the hard way a couple weeks ago when I was given

Parque del Ingenio in Cali

June 9, 2015

Cali with kids·Culture·Making friends·Parks & Sightseeing·Sport & Recreation·Things to do

Although far from central in it’s location, Parque del Ingenio might be the best park Cali has to offer – especially if you lead an active lifestyle. The park is huge by Colombian standards and features football (soccer) fields, a BMX park, running trails, several free outdoors gyms with weights, but

Eat like a Lion at Pampero in Cali

June 9, 2015

Restaurants·Things to do

A thing that can be hard to find on a budget in Colombia – really anywhere in Central and South America – is a good steak. The exception being in Uruguay and Argentina. First of all their cuts of meat are different here. As an example, my all-time favorite cut,

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Wednesdays = 50% Discount in Cali’s Cinemas

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Corpobello Medical Spa & Massage in Cali

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Parque del Ingenio in Cali

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