Jean Laffite – a Real Pirate of the Caribbean
One short piece on Jean Laffite could never do him justice. There are so many myths and romanticized tales that almost two hundred years later it is difficult to discern what is fact and what…
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Retiring in Colombia
Coming from the northern climes, I can recall the appeal that retiring to Florida and Arizona had to the peers of my parents and grandparents. Oh the thrill of spending five or six months…
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Finding A Doctor in Mexico That is Fluent in English
Finding A Doctor in Mexico That is Fluent in English At first I was nervous that the doctors here would not be up to date. The Mexico-wide lack of concern over cleanliness and hygiene along…
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A Few Simple Preparations Before You Move to Mexico
A Few Simple Preparations Before You Move to Mexico You’ll need to get a passport to enter Mexico by air. These requirements began in January of 2007. However, take note that you’ll definitely…
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Health care – Health insurance
SISBEN In Colombia there are three types of health care. The first does not apply to foreigners living or visiting the country. This system is called SISBEN and it is a free government…
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Working in Colombia
If you intend to be working in Colombia you must have a work visa to do so. There is no law which prevents the recruitment of foreign workers but the employer must ensure that the employee has…
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Medellin City of Eternal Spring
The Wanderings of the Lanes. Transitioning from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico to Medellin, Colombia by Pat and Lynn Lane While originally thinking we would retire in Florida in…
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Medellin – The Innovation Continues
In 2013, Medellin was named the Most Innovative City of the Year having been selected from a listed of over 200 cities compiled by the Urban Land Institute. Medellin is a Winner Certainly the…
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Botero
Fernando Botero Angulo was born in 1932 in Medellin, Colombia, Botero became interested in painting at an early age. He was influenced by the Baroque style of the colonial churches and city…
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Louis-Michel Aury – A Real Pirate of the Caribbean
Louis-Michel Aury was born (approximately) in 1788 in the Parisian suburb of Montrouge. At an early age he entered Napoleon´s navy and was stationed on a French island in the West Indies. At…
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Miss Universe Competition Weighs in on US Current Events
On January 29, 85 hopeful women competed in the Philippine capital, Manila, for the 65th Miss Universe pageant, hosted by Steve Harvey. Viewers watch as the top thirteen competitors are…
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How to Stay Creative and Busy in Retirement
You’ve just entered retirement after years of work. You’re probably beside yourself figuring out what to do. You’ve spent your entire life chasing a dream, and now it’s…
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