Travel Notes

3 notes from the road.

South AmericaJuly 20, 2026

Things to Do in Bogotá (and a Few in Medellín)

Bogotá, Colombia

The places I actually send friends to in Bogotá, plus a few favorites in Medellín. Monserrate, the Sunday Ciclovía, Andrés Carne de Res, and the practical notes I'd give before you go.

ColombiaBogotaMedellinSouth AmericaCity Guide
North AmericaFebruary 8, 2021

Traveling During the Pandemic: Mexico City

Mexico City, Mexico

What it was actually like to visit Mexico City in late 2020: getting there, costs, language, safety, and everything still worth doing.

MexicoMexico CityPandemicNorth America