The Ultimate Gringo's Guide to Medellín!
Who Am I & Why Should You Listen to Me?
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I’m Cruz—a travel content creator who left everything behind to chase my YouTube dreams in Medellín. I had the same questions you probably do. But now I’ve got the answers, so you can skip the rookie mistakes.
Where should I stay? How much should I budget? How do I avoid getting scammed? And what’s the dating scene really like?
I’ve been through it all, and instead of letting you figure it out the hard way, I've put together this no-BS firsthand breakdown of everything you need to know to hit the ground running.
Is This Guide for You?... Well, do you fall into any of these categories?
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✅ First-time travelers coming to Medellín who want to avoid common mistakes.
✅ Digital nomads and expats looking to live here on a budget.
✅ Anyone who’s heard the horror stories and wants to stay safe while enjoying Medellín to the fullest.
📌 If you’re looking for a generic “tourist guide,” this isn’t it. This is the no-BS version—packed with local hacks, dating insights, and safety tips that could literally save you thousands (or save you from getting robbed)
So What’s Inside the Guide?
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📍 Navigating Medellín Like a Local
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Where to stay (& where NOT to).
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How to get around safely (without getting ripped off).
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The best cafes, restaurants & budget food spots.
💸 Living in Medellín on Any Budget
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Real cost breakdowns for rent, food, and going out.
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Where to live for $300/month vs. $1,000/month.
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How to avoid common scams and unnecessary expenses.
🔥 The Gringo’s Guide to Dating in Medellín
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The types of women you’ll meet (and where to meet them).
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How to avoid getting scammed or drugged.
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What NOT to do if you don’t want to look like a clueless tourist.
What the people
(and my mum) are saying:
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I came to Medellín for a ‘cheap’ lifestyle. Thanks to this guide, I actually made it through a month without blowing my budget on overpriced gringo bars. – A Now-Smarter Traveler
He never listened to me when I told him to eat his vegetables, but at least he knows where to find the best street food now.” – Cruz’s Mum
Cruz’s guide told me exactly where to go, what to do, and what not to do. I followed his advice, and guess what? I didn’t get scammed, robbed, or kidnapped. 10/10 would recommend.” – A Guy Who Miraculously Survived
FAQ's
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Is this guide just another generic tourist book?
Nope. This is real, no-BS advice from someone who’s actually lived here.
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Can’t I just Google all this?
Sure, if you want outdated, sugar-coated info that doesn’t help when you’re actually on the ground.
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Is this worth the money?
If you think a few bucks isn’t worth avoiding scams, bad areas, and rookie mistakes, then maybe Medellín isn’t for you.