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@MSmith-mb1ut5 ай бұрын
I love the comment section of your videos. People take everything so literal and get bent out of shape. Your videos are informative, basic and relatable to a wide range of people. Theyre exactly what they should be. Keep up the good work.
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Lol what can you do 😂 can't please everyone
@SuperSpins14 ай бұрын
I avoid el poblado at all cost. That area is build for the gringos crazy prices. I recommend to stay in laureles LA 70 is also where the locals party at
@bipolarpunt5721Ай бұрын
I think Safety is worth paying more for rent. How many tourists in Pablado die from the Devils Breath?
@ifran772 ай бұрын
Just got back, great synopsis on Poblado. I paid half of what I paid in Poblado on what they called. 70, route 70, “la setenta”. I will say this, though it didn’t feel as friendly as Poblado when on the outskirts but overall, the people are awesome, the city offers a lot, and your money can go along way there if you’re not trying to ball out. I will definitely be coming back, but if I had an opportunity to live there, I probably would that’s how cool it is.
@TCKe2 ай бұрын
Compared with rest of Colombia its a mega gringo expensive turist trap. But better stay there dont go and destroy the rest.
@nathanmiller95455 ай бұрын
I will visit Medellin in February 2025 I was coming this October but I had to move it because of work, I will be staying in El Poblado for a few days, this will be my 2nd visit to Colombia, I like to travel around to different cities so I’ll be doing the same again
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Enjoy!
@Pedal2TheMetalКүн бұрын
I think your point got lost in translation because poblado is real Medellín. Matter of fact, it’s quite literally the birthplace of the city. Historically, over a very long time, wealthier Paisas have lived in El Poblado. El poblado didn’t just become what it is when tourists came in, tourists filled it in because it was what it was. Even through the times of Pablo Escobar and such, el poblado was always a place of elevated safety and amenities.
@Rob-z7k5 ай бұрын
I still dont get why foreigners go to Poblado. No girl ive dated would be caught going to Parque Lleras. I always stay in Laureles and go to La 70 strip
@SanSooRayRay14 күн бұрын
El Poblado is for gringos that are getting boned with higher prices & paying triple for the prepagos pues, wooo falou galera 🤙😁😂🤷🤔
@TRider095 ай бұрын
Poblado is so beautiful 😍 views views views at night
@jonathankee40175 ай бұрын
Those hills are no joke
@TravelingWithLos4 ай бұрын
Going to Colombia for a full immersion 1yr spanish course at OLSA January of 2025, your videos are very informative and has been helping me alot! NO bs straight to the point!
@AKJoel4 ай бұрын
I'm glad you're enjoying them and best of luck with the immersion course :)
@jackblack23705 ай бұрын
Only con for me was that Poblado was more expensive than expected ... that said, I plan to come back and stay a month or two next winter ...
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Yeah it's definitely much more expensive than the rest of the city!
@johnmcconkie34585 ай бұрын
Dealing with the nonstop carnival barkers, gets tiring
@jackblack23705 ай бұрын
@@johnmcconkie3458 I'm not white and can pass for Latino so didn't really get that too much ...
@SuperSpins13 ай бұрын
On your next trip to Medellin I recommend u stay in laureles I recommend the hotels el dorado or Origen. Laureles is surrounded by bars,clubs restaurants is also where the locals party at
@viltheegr83344 ай бұрын
I go to Medellín every 4/5 months and I always come back to the states with money it’s always a cheap trip
@viltheegr83344 ай бұрын
That’s wild to move there and not speak any Spanish
@Ojodeltigre84 ай бұрын
Amigo.. Pareces como un hombre Indio. Soy de la India pero vivo en Dubai. Llegare a Medellin en la proxima semana.. Estoy muy emocionado!
@MrYatin895 ай бұрын
Quite informative. Cheers mate
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
No problem 👍
@espem88Ай бұрын
Medellín's history is fascinating in that it was somewhat protected from the Spanish Inquisition due to being more difficult to access because of the Andes Mountains. Cartagena was more heavily impacted by Spaniards. Paisa of Medellín are descendants of natives and Spaniards from Extremadura region. The tongue is considered the most beautiful spanish.
@jimmylieb5225Ай бұрын
My Colombia wife lives in Barrio Simon Bolivar near Laureles. we go to nice trendy restaurants in Laureles like Crepes y waffles, il forno and a nice Mexican style restaurant. We used to go to Polblado parque lleras when I first started coming here 15 yrs ago now but never anymore. the thieves target Poblado. y too may putas hanging around parque lleras.
@norelatoro95 ай бұрын
Hola Joel, me han encantado todos tus videos, ya perdí la cuenta de cuantos videos ya he visto; me gustaría preguntarte: te has documentado de las diferentes actividades como: feria de las flores, festival de Jazz, semana de la moda, los conciertos de salsa, vallenato y otros ritmos, los partidos de futbol en el estadio, los eventos en plaza mayor etc etc, 😊 gracias
@RK-bx1by5 ай бұрын
Weird question, but do you often get mistaken as an Indigenous Colombian (or another South American)? I'm of Indian descent and I keep wondering how well I can blend in, as long as I don't open my mouth and try to speak Spanish. My skin is certainly darker than most Colombians, so perhaps I can pass off as an Indigenous Colombian or as someone from Bolivia. Probably the closest I can get to 'stealth-mode' in real life. Just this reason alone - among many others - makes we want to visit Colombia and Latin America in general.
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
I've been mistaken for Colombian a few times but I was mistaken a lot for Brazilian when I was in Brazil. But obviously as soon as I speak, they know I'm not lol
@Hoolbrooks19845 ай бұрын
In El Poblado or in Medellin in general, most of the Colombians are not indigenous like you said, for you probably we look the same. AK Joel did not clarify your question well. Bolivia is another country thousands of miles away from the southern border, they are Hispanic also, but there are many differences between both countries. Greetings.
@Haraaami5 ай бұрын
There are Indians and Pakistani's in Medellin as i am friends with a few and i think they blend in quiet well.
@jimmylieb5225Ай бұрын
many light skinned people in Medellin that you would never guess are Colombian!!
@Pedal2TheMetalКүн бұрын
@@Hoolbrooks1984well said
@jamaicanbae933720 күн бұрын
Hey Ak do Jamaicans need a Covid test anymore for entry
@AKJoel20 күн бұрын
As far as I know nobody needs a covid test to enter anymore. They abolished this requirement over a year ago. But make sure you check your government/embassy website.
@wraith2222Ай бұрын
I’m going back I have a great woman their my Spanish is so trash tho 😢I’m to Americanized I hate that for myself
@HongKongCashUFC17 күн бұрын
Nice
@vacayjet14 ай бұрын
Medellin is awesome!
@AKJoel4 ай бұрын
Una chimba!!
@overproofbrandy5 ай бұрын
Been there and going back next week .. it’s more than affordable
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Depends on your budget I suppose!
@匿名希望-p7j5 ай бұрын
Thaks,Joel! But,why do you trim scenes speaking Spanish every video?If you did the viewers uncocerning,I feel you guys Hispanophobic like Anglophobic locals in Medellin besides your wife😢We(anti Hispanophobic) wanna watch you really speaking Spanish even poor with subtitles.Por favor!
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
I'm not sure what you're talking about??
@匿名希望-p7j5 ай бұрын
Joel,habla Español? Si si,responde me Español por favor! If no,reply me English please! And,I apologise you an unsuitable coment. Muchas Gracias!
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Por supuesto. Tengo muchos videos en los que hablo solo en español.
@user-tm1oy6ck4t2 ай бұрын
Curious what the places are pictured from 2:25-2:32?
@Gierboo5 ай бұрын
🔥
@evertonblue143 ай бұрын
Ok so I want to eat at great cafes restaurants but not be tied to gringo area and its prices…where can I go and still be safe…and not have to transport much
@AKJoel3 ай бұрын
Look near the 1st and 2nd parks in Laureles.
@xzy2real5 ай бұрын
You should talk about danger of currency exchange rate. Rate is dropping. I remember a time, rate was 1500 to 1. Many expat were struggling to pay bill. Debt is treated different than America or other countries. They could prevent you for leaving Colombia until debt is settled. Or they could put you in jail. You have lease on apartment and you cannot pay. Don’t think you could just walk away.
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
It's only 3750 now, no cause for alarm 👍🏾
@SuperSpins13 ай бұрын
@@AKJoelit’s $4.100 now
@clefawntravels5 ай бұрын
I would definitely like to hear a more extensive explanation about where to stay away from on the map and if you are in that area how to get out.
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
The best way to know is ask a couple of locals. They'll usually tell you if a place is safe or not. This could be your Airbnb host or hotel concierge. If you're super worried just stay to Poblado, Laureles & Envigado.
@gradyslims28585 ай бұрын
Your such a hater some people are trying to live their best life
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Where is the hate?
@JasonStewart-cx1mu5 ай бұрын
Great video! Can you do a similar one about Laureles?
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
I did one a couple of days ago, here you go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH-6Y4Woeah-iNk
@Darrengee15 ай бұрын
What neighbourhood is close enough but cheaper for accommodation
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Laureles, Belen, Envigado
@SuperSpins13 ай бұрын
@@AKJoelbelen has a beautiful mirador call El cielo is a must visit
@MarxismLeninismMaoism5 ай бұрын
I have an Indian passport but I have a Schengen visa on my passport. Am I eligible for the digital nomad visa of Colombia?
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
No idea sorry - you should ask a qualified immigration lawyer - bit.ly/contactnexolegal
@MarxismLeninismMaoism5 ай бұрын
@@AKJoel Thanks for the plug, G. BTW are you of Indian descent?
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Yup my parents are from Chennai
@romansotelo72405 ай бұрын
@AKJoel do you believe its wise to have a support network when you move to Colombia.
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
It makes things easier for sure
@romansotelo72405 ай бұрын
@@AKJoel How much money do you need to survive in Medellín?
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
To survive or live well? The minimum wage here is about $300 and there's plenty of Colombians living on that.
@romansotelo72405 ай бұрын
@@AKJoel both?
@ahveer5 ай бұрын
" not walkable" everywhere is walkable.. just a matter of fitness
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Lol I suppose so
@ahveer5 ай бұрын
@@AKJoel how you think the Colombianas have such great glutes 😂. My calves gone be on fleek!
@chandlertate5 ай бұрын
I arrive next month for the first time! Getting from the airport, everything I see is the white taxi blue stripes are the easiest/safest given the potential uber drama getting picked up? ❤️
@jackblack23705 ай бұрын
Went in January and Uber pickup at airport was fine for me ...
@chandlertate5 ай бұрын
@@jackblack2370 thats good to hear 👀 did they pick you up at arrivals? Or did you do the whole departures pickup thing ive seen some youtubers talk about?
@jackblack23705 ай бұрын
@@chandlertate Picked up at arrivals
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
Check out this video, I explained everything and even showed the options as I came out of Medellin airport : kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZfCpX9je76soJo
@chandlertate5 ай бұрын
@@AKJoel thanks!!
@M.haleyyy4 ай бұрын
This guy has never been there. Everything he says directly lifted from reddit lol. Why?
@AKJoel3 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@snakeplissken67174 ай бұрын
Medellin is overrated-Change my mind
@AKJoel4 ай бұрын
No need to change your mind, there's plenty other cities in the world for you to enjoy 🙂
@peeweeherman55905 ай бұрын
Yeah I love the fact that your link doesn't work For the free eBook😢
@AKJoel5 ай бұрын
People are signing up for it every day - so it must just be an issue on some devices. Honestly I'm not sure - but try this link www.akjoel.com/ebook - or just type that url into your search bar
@glendimahitani20915 ай бұрын
no need for attitude :) esp for something free....damn
@peeweeherman55905 ай бұрын
@@glendimahitani2091 No one wants to double check their work nowadays especially the millennials carpenters in the old days would measure twice and cut once. people just want cut once today