THE BEST CITY IN COLOMBIA | Medellin Travel Guide

[@AlinaMcleod]

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[@DavidRamirez-qw3jp]

Don't forget to go to the newest mall in Medellin Fabricato Plaza it looks really nice plus the other 2 Santa Fe Mall and the other one is El Tesoro Mall and this one looks like a Italian Mall i don't know Palacio Nacional Mall and don't forget to walkthrough the Llaneras Park zone at Night Time it looks i won't dare to say and don't forget to Buy Frisby Chicken with Salsa Blanca and Salsa Tomate con BbQ witch means Ketchup with BBQ but to be honest it taste sweet spicy kepchup it really taste like the really delicious i what the without stopping eating

[@nokiauser9561]

0:08 I don't know why I imaging you doing this. Hahaha ,😘

[@nokiauser9561]

I love your CHANNEL I can practice my listening skills in english. My mother language is Spanish I wish I were tourist in New York City❤️

[@AlinaMcleod]

@@nokiauser9561 thank you! I hope you get to visit NYC sometime

[@ganja5mugler]

JUSTICE FOR PAUL NGUYEN!

[@LifewithDavid]

It was so much fun hanging out with you, and I'm happy I got to share with you why I love Medellin and Colombia so much. 😀

[@AlinaMcleod]

You are a fabulous tour guide!

[@leefamilytx]

I was one of David's early on subs, found Alina's channel thru Retired Working for You and now seeing the both of you on an adventure together made me smile. 🙂

[@cfG21]

Hey friend , I saw one of your videos. where you said that colombian cooking only has salt when you went back to mexico and compared flavors..try to go to the pacific portion like buena ventura or even cali where you have a stronger African cuisine...medellin or other central colombian cities are poked fun by other areas for not having good cooking. I went to mexico back in january and didn't see what you are talking about in terms of flavors. Not trying to hate just give other areas a try instead of medellin or bogota like most foreigners do. The pacific or even the south west cauca valley doesn't get as much exposure!

[@arte7sol]

Great work David. 👏

[@ayo_k32]

My grandmother was from Medellín, but I grew up in America. I went to Medellín for the first time in February 2020, right before the world turned upside down due to covid. I had the time of my life there. I can't wait to go back.

[@nosferatus-mancha]

Hello, I was born and live in Medellín. You have an interesting story, please, tell us more.

[@MariaLopez-tv3so]

Hellooooo! Medellin is in América, not in Europe, what América are you from🤔

[@amav7817]

Medellin is in Colombia, Colombia is in America , the Whole Continent is America. I suggest Unite States to refer to the country

[@MariaLopez-tv3so]

@@amav7817 exactly!

[@andresdelosrios9980]

Hahaha I didn't know medellin is in a different continent.... you get to learn new things every day 😅😄

[@dennisnelson9640]

I was just in Medellin. When I left at 3 am to the airport, I wish I would have had stopped and taken some photos of the city with it's lights. Just gorgeous!

[@hallegugsa3173]

I think it's incredible that you decided to continue your journey in Colombia. You’ve become one of my favorite KZbinrs. Interesting locations and itineraries, hope you were able to take the time to heal.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you! I'm enjoying myself, but the healing is still a work in progress.

[@adrianbeanco]

It's Colombia. No Columbia 😉

[@hallegugsa3173]

@@adrianbeanco ah damn I knew that, applying to grad school there so autocorrect!

[@hallegugsa3173]

@@someoneinaustralia7024 thank you

[@grecozz8122]

Lol she left Colombia already all this videos she made are recorded before the attack

[@edcaroavila]

My girl is back.........yehhhhhh...you are my inspiración today, I was waiting for your video I left Colombia 14 year ago, left the country in a personal mess, on medication for panic attacks I'm now Irish and I am living through you the beautiful country I was to afraid to explore, your strength through those difficult times with your incidents are uplifting I can see a more mature woman after all that. TAKE CARE big hug when ever you come to Ireland my wife and I would be delighted to be your hosts . Keep it up you girl and let nothing to stop you from enjoying life.

[@topcoffeebar]

So glad to see you both ! I've been following Life with David for a few years !

[@Reporterfy]

Congrats on 150K you reserve it. Loving the music choices lately

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you very much :)

[@YouGotUnlucky]

This was a lovely video! I really think it was good you were in company with someone who spoke English natively and still was sort of a local of the city. Hope you keep enjoying your stay and leave that bad experience behind. Greetings from Norway

[@NormanF62]

The best lessons you took away from Santa Marta stayed with you and this is a cool video of Medellin that I throughly enjoyed! When you take the right precautions, you can have fun in a place you don’t know well. Granted Medellin had quite a reputation you mentioned a couple of decades ago was a violent place and today its come of age as an attractive, vibrant and welcoming city. It took awhile to make this video and we can all agree it was worth the wait and we look forward to more in your future travels. Thanks for showing us more of what Colombia has to offer!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you very much!

[@jimross7648]

Alina you no longer live in Canada. You are a Canadian based citizen of the planet. Since most years you spend far more time out of Canada, than here. But you always touch base every year or two at most. Enjoyable video showing much of the flavor of the city. Continue enjoying your travels and having adventures. Thanks for giving us a chance to see what you discover.

[@twinkletwinklelittlestar8639]

Great video! And thanks for the recommendation the Comuna 13 tour. I followed your advice and we really enjoyed it!

[@cambitafeliz7846]

You’re very bold to continue exploring Colombia. Good for you! I love and miss Medellin. Had the pleasure of lodging in the Envigado neighborhood, gorgeous up in the mountain. Keep enjoying Colombia amiga!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Gracias!

[@JuLioVasquez95]

I'm from Medellín and it's good to see how foreigners understand, feel and think about my city. Hope you've had a great time in Colombia and come back in the future.

[@SaraBurdick]

Colombia is an amazing country.. it is why i call it home:)

[@darellnewsome4459]

Excellent video Alina! Both of the tours appeared to be really good. What a vibrant and colorful city. The people there must be so proud of what they have helped to transform. Again thank you so much for this!

[@AlinaMcleod]

My pleasure!

[@Javiergarcia-pk4cy]

Alina you were two blocks away from my house in Envigado , I’m really glad that you enjoyed your time here in my neighborhood and in Medellin , thanks for showing the transformation of the city from a very dangerous place many years ago to a friendly and socially inclusive city , we still have a lot of work to do in the city and in Colombia in general but hope and pray for Colombia to be that great , safe and inclusive country that we all dreams of 🙏, big hug

[@AlinaMcleod]

😁😁😁

[@stevegfromnc3482]

Excellent timing. I just arrived in Medellin today. I am also a subscriber to Life with David.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Hope you have a great time!

[@oscargonza3590]

Alina, beautiful video that´s the reason that I say this channel is the best of its kind, showing interesting things and places, God bless you, beautiful lady

[@francalc8188]

Yes, very nice that you continue your trip and try to meet local people, the best guides. And also for safety. Buen viaje

[@reelhappytravellers2691]

Perfect lighting made this incredibly sharp video achievable, really wonderful upload......good work dear!!!!

[@TheEddieToro]

Holy macaroni it's Life With David. Awesome 😎 that you guys did a collaboration. Envigado is my favorite and I'm living here. It's the best municipality (township) to live in in all of Colombia but don't believe me. Just come and see for yourselves. Byeeeeeeeeeee

[@donevelio13]

We are so glad that you had a nice experience in our city. I have been following your channel for a while because, unlike many KZbinrs, you have a charisma, a special touch that makes us feel part of you on these trips in your videos. Keep it up, you are a very special person and I admire you, I am happy to follow you on your adventures. A big hug

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you very much

[@mattiasvonmalmborg6633]

Thank you so much for your amazing video. And what a nice description of Medellin. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

Amazing video Alina, as usual.This city has really a lot to offer: history, awesome panoramas, great climatic conditions, nice people and the food must be truly tasty. Colombia is a country where modernity and history coexist. Thank you very much for this awesome video

[@ironman8o1]

glad to see you are back doing what you enjoy doing. always move forward even though it seems like you are stopping. remember a stop is your time to think, rest and get your bearings to keep moving :)

[@lorimiller2369]

The food looks so good! Loved seeing the city. It inspires me to work on my Spanish.

[@WITYTRAVELS]

Glad you are in Medellin! Have heard a lot about it, but great to see through your eyes!

[@DBM1234-d1f]

ALINA, 👏 *¡congratulations!* You just hit 150,000 subscribers.

[@ChrisBCartagena]

Great job as always!

[@gkschick6804]

Now THAT's the Alina we've come to know and enjoy! So glad you connected with David. Have been following him for quite some time. He can't have been back from Panama for very long as I just watched one of his most recent vlogs from there! Some great tips on how to enjoy the place with tours, given one might have some trepidation with not knowing Spanish. We did exactly the same in Santiago Chile, Montevideo Uruguay and Mexico City. There seems to be no shortage of enterprising mostly young people in these cities who know English and who make their living giving tours to gringos like us. Well done!

[@kennethfrawley]

Wow! Loved the vid! Well done, you, for pushing on! Simply superb content! Do know that you do the world a massive service. Cheers, luv!

[@rousmirt5291]

Colombia very Nice❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@petearmstrong2778]

Local tours always beat the more commercial companies - real life experiences count and off the beaten track places well worth it. Enjoyable vid!

[@yulianabolivar4219]

Thank you Alina for had been in my beautiful native city Medellín, Colombia. Welcome any time

[@johnzuck6163]

Good job Alina and with David a good guide, thank you.👍❤️🇨🇦

[@samuelrodriguez5033]

Smart, great fun to be around, big heart, relatable, gorgeous and classy. Love you Alina. You are the best. So great to explore so many beautiful countries through your channel.

[@technotambo2]

Am a Zambian KZbinr and Am always happy to watch your Videos!

[@DLWman0322]

I’m very happy you decided to continue your Colombia trip. I wish you all the best

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@andyK1878]

Great to see you back to your happy & upbeat self again after your recent set backs. Onwards & upwards Alina! 😘

[@ramonalbertoespinel1521]

You are fabulous Alina, thanks for being in this country, wish you spend a nice and long stay here in Colombia, you are one of ours....

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you ❤️

[@omararias49]

I'm glad you enjoyed my hometown, you are welcome wherever you want. 😊

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@hankb27]

The collab I was not expecting! Love David’s content.

[@Daveissocool]

Cool! I was in Medellin for Christmas 2020. Took that same tour with real city tours. They were very good. They also had some great food recommendations along the way. Colombia in general was not what I expected. The country gets a bad reputation. Thanks for sharing that with your audience 🇨🇴!

[@libork8106]

Alina, it was very nice video. Street dancing, street art and many little shops and restaurants. Colombia is definitely trying to change the past reputation. I am glad that you feel safer and continue your fantastic journey. Thank you and good luck.

[@emil4390]

Хорошее видео. Недалеко от Медельина есть интересный городок Гуатапе с живописным озером, виллами, необычной скалой, можно съездить туда

[@Andrelmorales5665]

​@@LeonardoKZbin8 yes

[@DBM1234-d1f]

fun fact. 😊 Did you know that MEDELLIN was the first city on the planet to implement cable cars as a means of public transportation within a city? Throughout the world cable cars had always been used for tourist sites, but never as public transport within a city, the first Medellin metrocable was inaugurated in 2004 and it was such an innovative and successful idea that the city currently has 6 metrocables, This system had such an impact on the city that it helped reduce crime rates where they were built. This system is so revolutionary that it has already been successfully implemented and replicated in many cities in Colombia and the world, such as: RIO DE JANEIRO, CDMX. , SANTO DOMINGO, CARACAS, LA PAZ, BOGOTA, CALI, PEREIRA, MANIZALES etc.

[@andreslleras319]

Did you know that more than 20 foreign tourists have died in Medellin during 2021 and 2022 due to drugs consumption? almost all from: USA Republica Dominicana The UK Spain Eslovenia Puerto Rico Canada Fun fact too?

[@huboftruthbymichael1921]

You look good now, so we know you are healing great, I know it will take a while but you found another great place to share and keep your smile. Thank you for the tour guy you had, he did you very well and showed a lot of patience to make sure you had all your questions answered. Great scenery in a large city, happy to see out and about, you will be fine, Alina...just keep your spirits high and enjoy every step of your journey. I have to say that Rosetta Stone was a great place to learn myself when I changed cultures last year. OMG, it seems like I just got here, amazing how fast the time has passed, and Alona is a great teacher of languages, and also a fast learner in English. The year has been a magic adventure for you and I at the same time, but I wouldn't change a thing. Keep smiling, you are always on top in anything. Stay safe and onward you go!! Cheers!!! Oh yeah, and keep that award winning smile of yours. 💗🏆

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thanks, Michael! Glad you're enjoying RS and your time in Ukraine!

[@jrd044000]

Amazing video as always. Thank you for sharing this incredible experience Alina!

[@johnnychannel7824]

I watched David’s several videos, he is super cool. This is a good collaboration.

[@nature_photography_yukon]

Lovely video, beautiful place and tour! Spanish is such a beautiful sounding language as well as Portuguese. Enjoy the rest of your time there :)

[@gediminasmurauskas7817]

Hi Alina! Another enjoyable, colorful, and vibrant video! I feel spoiled by your consistent standard of excellence - all of your touring videos are of high quality! Thanks for this lovely introduction to the ‘City of Eternal Spring’ - Medellín. It’s also nice to meet David. Alina, I’m happy to see your resilience!!!

[@laineslowski]

The history behind Comuna 13 is so interesting. Really enjoyed this video!

[@pradeepsao4951]

*GOD BLESS MY FAVOURITE TRAVEL KZbinR AND MR. DAVID!*

[@derickjaan]

It's the best video about Medellin I've ever watched, thank you so much Alina

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@eddiejuarez4201]

That was so cool that you hooked up with David, I also follow him. That was an awesome video, so colorful. Cant wait to see your next video. 😁👏👏👏

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Harriet and I have been to Medellin. Alina you hit all the right notes in this video😍😍 Took us to some memorable places. We did tours with local guides ,food and history etc. Alina , you seemed much more relaxed using tour guides to help navigate what you where looking at, as well as provide security for you. Don't ever lose that smile and fun in what you're doing😍😍 We love you for who you are and what you do,. Harriet and I are along this journey with you.💖💖 Be Well. Be Safe. Stay Healthy.🙌🙌 Jim and Harriet

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it as well :)

[@franciscoespiritu9020]

amazing video, the city is beautiful, nice to visit... another great video. thanks for sharing..

[@MileswithMorris]

I love this video! And I 100% agree that Medellin, Columbia is one of the best places to travel! We love the culture, food, people, and energy! We subscribed to your channel and look forward to the next video!

[@claverpineda78]

Alina, welcome to my city I am very happy with your visit, I hope you enjoy it a lot.

[@mstallion98]

Nice video. I spent a week in Medellin in 2019 and did not see everything but hit most of it. The best day for me was going to Guatapè and El Peñol. The rock there is a very popular place that has great views of the area. I flew my drone there too. Also there is some history about the town of El Peñol and how the town had to move because of the reservoir. Comuna 13 that you briefly showed is also a must there. Good luck on your trip to Brazil.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Great stuff Alina. Thanks for sharing.

[@rafaxandercnc1807]

Alina !! Bienvenida siempre a Medellín ,👍🏾 🇨🇴

[@visitingyu3556]

This vid broadened my understanding of Medellin community risks and rewards. I'm thinking of retiring there soon. Gracias pretty lady.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Best of luck!

[@martinvanoene7192]

I really enjoyed it. Want to see Medellin continue to prosper .

[@monsieurmike2072]

Exceptional content as always my friend...very informative and fun at the same time. Stay safe and stay blessed...Legend!🤘⚡

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you, Mike!

[@monsieurmike2072]

@@AlinaMcleod 🙏

[@johanajimenez2082]

Aliiii!!! Thank you so much for this amazing video 💛💛💙❤️ I'm so happy you had a chance to visit Medellin and all other cities in Colombia. Stay safe 🥰🥰

[@AlinaMcleod]

My pleasure :)

[@miguelgonzales8879]

Hola Alina, me agrada verte, and thank you for sharing Medellin, a beautiful city.

[@anserabubacker4091]

മെഡിലിനിൽ എത്തണം എന്നത് എന്റെ ഒരു മോഹമാണ് ഒരിക്കൽ അവിടെ എത്തുക തന്നെ ചെയ്യും 🏁

[@robbiewotherspoon6042]

Appreciated hearing and seeing you ! Thinking that your self coach with in you ,has stepped up the program !.Be well wishes !

[@Robertsdogs]

Comuna 13 is an incredible place filled with history, determine and positive change and growth. Definitely worth the guided tour.

[@s.m6141]

This video is mind blowing. I like it so much didn't know it was such a good country. Keep making more videos I will surely like them. Wish u all the best.😇

[@briannabee812]

You are looking a lot better now and it doesn't hurt to have a cute guide to keep things safe! 😁 I think this might be one of the better instalments so far!

[@AlinaMcleod]

So glad to hear from you lovely! Hope you’re doing well ❤️

[@UkraineDude88]

Oh cool. New video. I am very excite😁

[@snobworthy6927]

Awesome video, I was in Medellin a few months ago and it's a wonderful city, can't wait to travel back again!

[@ВикторияВасильева-о9ь]

Hi Alina! Thank you for the video it was amazing walk

[@NomadShifu]

Capital of Antioquia province, a fertile region famous for its coffee plantations and its flower farms, for its orchids and butterflies, it is known as the City of Eternal Spring for its idyllic climate. Everywhere you turn there seem to be new things happening.

[@MitosVC]

A city with such a melodic name, that sounds like wind chimes for my ears, deserves to have coffee become the most addictive substance that could be found there. I hope the wind of positive changes will continue. Great video, thank You and everyone who helped in the process of creating it. P.S.: It's interesting that with all the sympathy of Fernando Botero to cats, You managed to find the 'Perro' ("male dog" in Spanish) created in significant year for Medellin.

[@agentm83]

definitely looking forward to checking out Colombia! Have started learning Spanish a bit too. Gracias por el video, saludos desde canada

[@danieldurango4602]

You should also visit Laureles District where you can find good restaurants and nice parks. Also, you will enjoy near towns like Guatapé and Santa Fe de Antioquia. And don't miss party at El Poblado at nights, It Will be awesome!

[@dkaraboy]

Great video Alina, I see that you are in good spirit, keep it this way! Also I see that KZbin finally encodes your video with the better codec vp09 and the result is great quality and less grainy textures. Regards from cold Toronto.

[@Proyectoiniciatico]

Quien sea que edite los videos, muchas felicidades, es de admirar tu edición muy muy profesional, resulta relajante ver tus videos.

[@2Travelis2Live]

Great video! Thank you. Medellin really does seem like a colorful place.

[@kevinturner2899]

Alina, Itchy Boots was just in Medellin a few days ago I think. Were you two able to meet up? She's now in Panama. Stay safe, safe travels.

[@evermar1]

I am impressed you said "chicharron" just like a Latino. Not bad for a Canadian girl, Aye? Great video, thank you!

[@rahulrasam]

Fantastic video! Definitely your best one from Colombia. Absolutely in love with the vibe of Medellin, and was inspired by the Comuna 13 transformation. Take care and stay happy :) Ps: Music was totally on point here 👌🏼

[@AlinaMcleod]

Very happy to hear that 😁

[@lhollybow]

Great video Alina. Thx for the info.

[@alexsandoval671]

Me alegra ver que viniste a medellin, and you are learning the language, Colombia its one of the best places for learning spanish cause its a neutral version of the language offcourse we have slang but less than others countries of LA. Greetings, blessings and come back soon.

[@felroberto]

Jajaja no diga mentiras, eso es lo que la gente allá cree pero gente de otros paises de habla hispana notan acentos bastante marcados como el de los paisas. Eso de que hablamos neutro es pura mentira y que hay mucho mal hablado inculto eso si que es verdad

[@alexsandoval671]

Es debatible, por supuesto todos tenemos acento y en todas partes hay jerga de la calle en Colombia ya tendríamos que hablar de regiones donde se habla mas neutro el español y pues en la diversidad que nos encontramos con Bogotá y la región cundiboyacense como tal vez la región donde se habla mas neutro eso si sin entrar en regionalismos.

[@Osedmen]

I love Medellín, the weather is the best!

[@DBM1234-d1f]

ALINA ❤ 1- I want to congratulate you for the video of Medellin, it is super incredible and that you still have a lot to discover and learn about the city. 2- I am really happy to see how you gave the country a second chance by not leaving after your incident in SANTA MARTA, thank you for not keeping that negative image of the country and for having decided to visit Medellin after what happened to you in Santa Marta.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you :) Other than the incident, I've really been enjoying my time here. Beautiful country.

[@maureenalder8905]

Absolutely loved the look and vibe of this place also how your vids are always so informative...thanks Alina ❤

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you :)

[@wilsonintriago789]

Interesting video.... You have to come to my country Ecuador. It is a really amazing country as well. Keep enjoying your trip... Take care

[@carloshorton6978]

Great informative, and entertaining video!

[@brianjschumer]

Not the usual Alina video, it almost felt like a 20 minute advertisement

[@donsimon34]

So many people come to Colombia every year. Many move to cities like Medellin. So much culture the people are outstanding. Will come back soon.

[@daniellopez-nj1bf]

Hey Alina McLeod estas aprendiendo Spanish lo estas poniendo en practica y estuvo tremendo el recorrido el recorrido en medellin bonita ciudad y vos te miras bonita con tu refrescante jugo

[@lucho5961]

You're amazing Alina, hope enjoy the City,Kiss...take care.....

[@fortunabeads6595]

I love Medellín ❤

[@johnwakefield9378]

Glad to see you and David at same time. You two are a couple of Utubers I enjoy watching

[@delfina128]

Nice video and loved that you had David!