Im going in July as well and doing the same with as much research as possible, hoping to meet locals who speak english and maybe a guide for a few days.
Go to Gringo Tuesdays to meet other foreigners and locals that want to practice English. Hope that you enjoy Bogota! This is my city and although chaotic there’s so much to see and do. ~Widny
Flying to Bogota to meet my Colombian friend in a week and couldn‘t be more excited after seeing your videos guys. Thank you so much for the content!! We‘ll definitely check out most of the recommended places, greetings from Germany and maybe see you soon ;)
@@lifetheorycouple That’s literally what I’m most excited for and the thing I love most about traveling. Will go there 1000000% thank you for the recommendation!!
your videos are SO GREAT. an easy subscription from me! I especially love how you review and break down each city, you are super thorough, unique detailed, and organized! My go-to Colombia channel. I'm sure if you did one of your city reviews/breakdowns of Bogota it would easily be the best Bogota video out there! It's such a popular city and when I google Bogota reviews/overviews nothing comes close to what you offer!
This is great feedback! - Yes, we are currently working on some more Bogota videos, since this is the city we spend the most time in. A full city review for sure and also a neighborhood breakdown of at least the neighborhoods we have lived in.
Nice Video! Monserrate looks amazing. I will be there for half a year, how did you feel about the safety there? Would you say its comparable to the other mayor latinamerican cities like Mexico City, Quito etc.? Thanks and Best wishes from Germany
Monserrate is super safe in the morning. There is security and all types of people going up from tourists and athletes... People have their phones out and take tons of pictures. - Compared to Mexico City or Quito I cannot say because I haven't spent much time there... Monserrate is just a touristy spot in Bogota... And Bogota overall can be very unsafe. If not in a touristy area I'd keep the phone put away or show no appearances of wealth. - Like any major city, there are spots that are super safe, some in the middle, and others you want to avoid altogether.
Local here. It REALLY depends on the zone. Places like Usaquén or Chapinero are in general quite safe, but others like Bosa or Ciudad Bolivar are definitely a no go. Just watch out for where you go, and the time, as always, late is more dangerous. And no matter the place, be very aware of your surroundings, trust no one, someone might ask you something and when close throw you scopolamine or some sh!t. Also pickpocketing is very common on public transport. Always remember, "No de papaya" which basically means "Don't give the other even the slightest chance" Have fun tho!
@@lifetheorycouple thanks for the reply! I appreciate that! I’ve got a couple travel friends who told me they went to Colombia without it within past few years and they were fine. I definitely consider getting it, so we shall see!!!
We only got it because we were visiting Parque Tayrona in Santa Marta, and at that time it was a requirement to enter the park. However nobody checked our vaccination cards 😅
We do! Although we live or life’s very differently from how we lived in the States, we feel safe. We have implemented different habits that have allowed us to feel safer. For example, we don’t use our phones on the street unless it’s absolutely necessary. We never get a taxi from the street, we are always using apps to request our rides (Uber, DiDi, Cabify, InDriver). And we don’t walk the city late at night or walk on isolated streets.
Hornitos City U! - It’s a quick 10 min walk from the bottom of Monserrat after getting off the cable cart. >>> maps.app.goo.gl/iyVQCwGT8wJoVXWx7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy --- Al Agua Patos you will need to Uber to. maps.app.goo.gl/7srmyVZZkyJi74DXA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy -- Rabbit French Bakery is a good choice too, not features in this video but also walking distance from Monserrate. maps.app.goo.gl/fD8YDzCzJJwkviwL6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
@lifetheorycouple Does Maria corner staff speak English at the street market location? I know you went there foe four days to lunch So I take it it's safe?
They don’t speak English, but they have a menu in both Spanish and English. It is safe! We’re picky about where we eat food and the market it’s safe. Everything is thoroughly cooked. Our advice is that you get there early, around noon, to avoid crowds. If you go on the weekend, get there at 11:30 am. It’s a very popular spot for locals.
I've been watching tons of Colombia videos to prepare for my trip in July and yours is the best and most useful!
We're sooo happy to hear that! Thank you!
Im going in July as well and doing the same with as much research as possible, hoping to meet locals who speak english and maybe a guide for a few days.
Go to Gringo Tuesdays to meet other foreigners and locals that want to practice English. Hope that you enjoy Bogota! This is my city and although chaotic there’s so much to see and do.
~Widny
Hahah I‘m also going to Bogota next week, super hyped and thankful for the content, will check out most of the places you recommended for sure!
How did it go y'all?
Best video, very informative I’ll be there in few days
That’s exciting! Really hope you enjoy my city.
What a great video about Bogotá ❤💛
THANK YOU!!!
Flying to Bogota to meet my Colombian friend in a week and couldn‘t be more excited after seeing your videos guys. Thank you so much for the content!!
We‘ll definitely check out most of the recommended places, greetings from Germany and maybe see you soon ;)
Please eat at La Perseverancia distrital marketplace more than once if you can. They have sooo much authentic food to offer, it's well worth you time!
@@lifetheorycouple That’s literally what I’m most excited for and the thing I love most about traveling. Will go there 1000000% thank you for the recommendation!!
Great video! Very insightful ☺️
Thank you! - Will you be in Bogota soon?
Great video and great channel. I can't wait to go to Colombia 😊
Thank you! That's what we like to hear!
Thanks for visiting our city! 🥑🚠☕ #BogotaYourWay
THANK YOU!
Really cool video! Just one thing, los buñuelos are made with cornmeal. They are gluten free ;)
A real fact check! - I can't believe I said "wheat flour" - OOPS! Thanks for the thorough view, we really appreciate it!
Probably not all of them tho
Nice content 👍
your videos are SO GREAT. an easy subscription from me! I especially love how you review and break down each city, you are super thorough, unique detailed, and organized! My go-to Colombia channel. I'm sure if you did one of your city reviews/breakdowns of Bogota it would easily be the best Bogota video out there! It's such a popular city and when I google Bogota reviews/overviews nothing comes close to what you offer!
This is great feedback! - Yes, we are currently working on some more Bogota videos, since this is the city we spend the most time in. A full city review for sure and also a neighborhood breakdown of at least the neighborhoods we have lived in.
I LOVE AND MISS MY CITY U KNOW WHAT
BOGOTÁ ES UNA CHIMBA BRO
Siiii! I honestly missed Bogota so much, it’s chaotic but that’s just part of its beauty ☺️
~Widny
Nice Video! Monserrate looks amazing. I will be there for half a year, how did you feel about the safety there? Would you say its comparable to the other mayor latinamerican cities like Mexico City, Quito etc.? Thanks and Best wishes from Germany
Monserrate is super safe in the morning. There is security and all types of people going up from tourists and athletes... People have their phones out and take tons of pictures. - Compared to Mexico City or Quito I cannot say because I haven't spent much time there... Monserrate is just a touristy spot in Bogota... And Bogota overall can be very unsafe. If not in a touristy area I'd keep the phone put away or show no appearances of wealth. - Like any major city, there are spots that are super safe, some in the middle, and others you want to avoid altogether.
Local here. It REALLY depends on the zone. Places like Usaquén or Chapinero are in general quite safe, but others like Bosa or Ciudad Bolivar are definitely a no go. Just watch out for where you go, and the time, as always, late is more dangerous. And no matter the place, be very aware of your surroundings, trust no one, someone might ask you something and when close throw you scopolamine or some sh!t. Also pickpocketing is very common on public transport.
Always remember, "No de papaya" which basically means "Don't give the other even the slightest chance"
Have fun tho!
Great video man
I love to hear this! - What was your favorite part? Have you been to Bogota yourself?
Did you get the Yellow Fever Vaccine in Bogota/Colombia? Do you recommend it?
We got it back in 2014... Recommend it? I'm not sure really... Get it if you feel you'll be safer. I think a lot of people show up without it.
@@lifetheorycouple thanks for the reply! I appreciate that! I’ve got a couple travel friends who told me they went to Colombia without it within past few years and they were fine. I definitely consider getting it, so we shall see!!!
We only got it because we were visiting Parque Tayrona in Santa Marta, and at that time it was a requirement to enter the park.
However nobody checked our vaccination cards 😅
I love buñuelos
THEY ARE SOOO GOOD! :-)
Enjoyed the video, what was the name of the hotel restaurant? And by gringo prices $20-$60 a plate or more? Looked real fancy? Thanks again
That restaurant was about 20-40 depending on plate. It's call Castanyoles.
Nice video. Did you feel safe in Bogota?
We do!
Although we live or life’s very differently from how we lived in the States, we feel safe.
We have implemented different habits that have allowed us to feel safer. For example, we don’t use our phones on the street unless it’s absolutely necessary.
We never get a taxi from the street, we are always using apps to request our rides (Uber, DiDi, Cabify, InDriver).
And we don’t walk the city late at night or walk on isolated streets.
@@lifetheorycouple Thank You so much for the reply and insight.
Nice city
Yep, this is where we spend most of our time. More Bogota videos to come for sure.
Exact address of the breakfast brunch you mentioned please? You walked to there after the Monseratte hike or taxi? Thx
Hornitos City U! - It’s a quick 10 min walk from the bottom of Monserrat after getting off the cable cart. >>> maps.app.goo.gl/iyVQCwGT8wJoVXWx7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy --- Al Agua Patos you will need to Uber to. maps.app.goo.gl/7srmyVZZkyJi74DXA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy -- Rabbit French Bakery is a good choice too, not features in this video but also walking distance from Monserrate. maps.app.goo.gl/fD8YDzCzJJwkviwL6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
@lifetheorycouple Thank you! Great video by the way!
@lifetheorycouple Does Maria corner staff speak English at the street market location? I know you went there foe four days to lunch
So I take it it's safe?
They don’t speak English, but they have a menu in both Spanish and English.
It is safe! We’re picky about where we eat food and the market it’s safe. Everything is thoroughly cooked. Our advice is that you get there early, around noon, to avoid crowds. If you go on the weekend, get there at 11:30 am. It’s a very popular spot for locals.
@@lifetheorycouple thank you!
Cuando vayan a Colombia no den papaya. Pilas, se les desea lo mejor.
Ese es el lema de todos los días ☺️
Gracias!