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Medellin Traveler comments on Behind The Scenes In Moravia

Another video on Moravia. http://www.medellintraveler.com

Medellin Traveler comments on Lo Que Más Les Molesta A Los Colombianos

Wow! A bit harsh on an old Colombian woman looking for good service in Colombia. johnny, If that is how the internet works in Colombia than I can completely understand why the old lady went nuts.

Medellin Traveler comments on Lo Que Más Les Molesta A Los Colombianos

Usuaria muy molesta con el servicio de INTERNET desde. Lo que más les molesta a los Colombianos acceso a servicios a través de Internet. Los colombianos también expresan insatisfacción con la regulación de la banca, pues hay un 89 por ciento que cree que el Gobierno debería controlar el valor de los servicios que prestan, así como un 82 por ciento que pide a las autoridades ser más estrictas con estas entidades.

Medellin Traveler comments on Paragliding and other extreme sports in Medellin

My good friend in Bello is the man to talk to for all types of adventures. Check out the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmC6fES0Qyo

Medellin Traveler comments on Sustaining the Medellín Miracle in Colombia

Here's another interesting video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWoamEQWjyE

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The guy is a very flambouyant character, for sure. I snapped his picture when he was walking alongside the Chiva parade during the festival of flowers.

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.... this is only a test.

Medellin Traveler comments on Does anyone know of any charities to send clothes to the needy in Colombia?

This family would greatly appreciate any assistance... sorry it's in spanish. http://medellin-colombia.blogspot.com/2009/07/unase-la-causa-para-la-familia-rivera.html azunoman, Keep Monday, August 10th open for a special banquet hall fundraiser event in Medallo... more details to follow.

Medellin Traveler comments on HELP SAVE THE HIPPOS.........................

Killing of hippo in Colombia sparks outcry "We have to make decisions," Environment Vice Minister Claudia Mora told El Tiempo newspaper. "People think moving a hippopotamus from one place to another is like lassoing a cow. . . . Colombia doesn't have sufficient know-how to manage it." WTF?!? Uribe should phone Obama for some assistance. http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-colombia-hippos15-2009jul15,0,235800.story I am no animal rights activist by any stretch of the imagination but this doesn't sit well with me either. dwmte7, great suggestion amigo. Estimado Alvaro Uribe, Killing of hippo in Colombia sparks outcry on PBH ! ! !

Medellin Traveler comments on African-born Hippopotamus Ordered Killed By Government

What a shame ! ! !

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Gracias Elmodefoque, que risa me dio este chistoso ave maria pues ! ! !

Medellin Traveler comments on The Festival of Flowers July 31st - August 9th

azunoman, It seems a lot of people get up early to claim a spot along the parade route but even though I did not l still had a great view of the parade. Check out the antique car show parade video above as well as the photo of the chiva parade in Laureles. As you can see the crowds are thin enough to get a good view from a comfortable seat on the sidewalk. The best way to see the parade is with a group of friends and a bottle or two of guaro.

Medellin Traveler comments on The Festival of Flowers July 31st - August 9th

makopp5, I am not sure if I can make it but would love to be in town for the chiva parade again. I Chiva parade 2008

Medellin Traveler comments on The Festival of Flowers July 31st - August 9th

Good times in 2008!

Medellin Traveler comments on I Love Jardin, Antioquia

We have arrived to take over Jardin for a few days.

Medellin Traveler comments on I Love Jardin, Antioquia

Our arrival as we approach the square.

Medellin Traveler comments on I Love Jardin, Antioquia

Walking toward the square in Jardin.

Medellin Traveler comments on They must have a small pool of Colombian actors too choose from!

Mi amigo actor Juan Carlos from Sumas y Restas and Ramon Marlunda from Apocalípsur along with a group of friends hang out drinking beers and guaro at a corner store in Medellin. They would not let me pay for a single drink even though I drank more than anyone else, as always. I would disagree with the statement that only good looking actors get work in movies which is not to say the same for novelas.

Medellin Traveler comments on I Love Jardin, Antioquia

SeGuiMOs PaSaNDo BueNO, SeGuiMOs PaSaNDo BueNO, SeGuiMOs PaSaNDo BueNO....

Medellin Traveler comments on I Love Jardin, Antioquia

After a long day of activites we drank at Negro y Blanco before taking the party out to the town square out front of the monstrosity of a cathedral for a few more drinks and live music. EstAMoS PaSaNDo BueNO, EstAMoS PaSaNDo BueNO, EstAMoS PaSaNDo BueNO....

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

After a month in Colombia it is time for me to say goodbye. This was my best trip by far and for many reasons, but this event really helps to put life into perspective. So many of us have more than we need yet we are missing something in our lives that makes it worth living. Some of the people I met in Barrio Pinar go days without eating a proper meal and many have heartbreaking stories yet they were all warm and welcoming of a norteamericano into their barrio. They shine light into my soul. Also, the friends and contacts I made on this trip was nothing short of amazing especially for a norteamericano on holiday for a few weeks. It was also good meeting up with several PBH members for a beer or two and some guaro as well. Good times in Medellin. I hate to say goodbye to Colombia but such is life. Saludos a todos los paisas ! ! !

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

rumronrum, I documented the event in photographs so I am not in any of the photos. coffeebeaner, Good hanging out with you and your g/f. azunoman. I am flying back to the states but you can stil help Gloria with whatever assistance you can provide.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

makopp5, Good times at 3 Cordilleras. It was great meeting you along with your two amigos, muy amable. We must have drank a barrel of beer altogether.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

MUCHA GRACIS TO THOSE WHO MADE DONATIONS! I ONLY WISH YOU WERE PRESENT TO SEE HOW MUCH THESE PEOPLE GREATLY APPRECIATED YOUR KINDNESS. BLESS YOUR HEARTS!

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

This young girl offers Gloria a drink in appreciation of her commitment to helping out families in need. I take no credit for the event, nor expect anything in return. My goal was to give a little back to the people of Medellin after meeting so many great paisas who have gone out of their way to make my trips memorable. Not to mention my 3 day expedicion through Antioquia last weekend with 9 complete strangers from Colombia and one norteamericano. A trip that probably changed my life forever, but that is another thread all together. All credit should go to Gloria for her efforts in organizing these events. If anyone is personally intersted in helping out you can contact me and I will give you Gloria's contact information. The organization is the work of two women, Paula and Gloria. It has no affiliation with any religious or political group, it's just two women's passion for helping out those in need. Special thanks to Catalina for teaching the women how to make candles with the goal of allowing the women to earn a living on their own.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

This woman is raising 4 children on her own after her husband was murdered two years ago. And as if that is not enough, she was shot in the face a few months back by a stray bullet loosing her right eye in the process. I personally met and spoke to each women and listened to some very heartbreaking stories but these strong women some how find the strenght to make it through the day.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The women wait in line before being called to recieve a care package.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

A woman recieves her care package.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

La seniora del barrio comes to personally thank Gloria for her efforts.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The woman's baby has a brain tumor yet she manages to smiles as she struggles with the lack of resources to help treat her young boy.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

Talk about POUR BUT HAPPY.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

Several young kids help Gloria bag the meat. GOOD NIGHT.....

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The kindness of several PBH members contributed in purchasing of food, muchas gracias.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The young boys help unload the food.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The food arrives.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The women of Barrio Pinar show off their hard work.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The women took pride in their work.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The work of women in Barrio Pinar.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

It's amazing how happy the women were when making the candles.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The organization is dedicated to helping single mothers provide a source of income for themselves by teaching them how to make candles which they can sell to help earn money.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The beginning of the class on how to make your own candles.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The pot is boiling.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

The women build a fire to prepare the first step in making candles.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

Some of the single mothers who signed up for Gloria's program which includes lessons on how to make candles.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

Gloria, a one woman organization dedicated to helping poor families in Medellin.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

On the bus toward Barrio Pinar.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

Waiting for the bus at Santo Domingo station at the end of the metrocable.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

Past the point of no return.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

On the way up toward Barrio Pinar.

Medellin Traveler comments on Santo Domingo's Children Seek Help

Our destination takes us past Santo Domingo.