If you’ve ever gotten a WhatsApp message at 9pm asking what color shirt your kid needs by Friday, you’ve met a class mom. Maybe you are one. Maybe you’re trying to figure out if you should volunteer to be one. Either way, this is the guide I wish someone had handed me before I said […]
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If you’re figuring out how to get to El Cocuy, the short answer is: by bus or by car. If by bus, it’s easiest to plan ahead going from Bogotá. But the route has a few decisions worth making ahead of time, and getting them right can save you a rough travel day before you’ve
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Putting together an El Cocuy packing list is trickier than it sounds. You’re not just packing for a hike. You’re packing for cold mornings, hot afternoons, sudden rain, and altitude that can catch even experienced hikers off guard. Here’s what actually made it into my bags for two big hikes, Laguna Grande de La Sierra
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Before you lace up your boots, it helps to know a little about the history of El Cocuy. This isn’t just a trailhead town. It’s shaped by centuries of indigenous life and colonial history. It also sits inside one of the rarest ecosystems on the planet, all packed into a small corner of Boyacá. Here’s
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If you’re trying to figure out where to stay in El Cocuy, the first decision is simpler than it seems: you’re choosing between two towns, Güicán or El Cocuy itself, and then between staying in the pueblo or just outside it. Here’s how I made that call, and why one hostal in particular made both
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The El Cocuy trek isn’t one hike. It’s three separate trails, each with its own difficulty, altitude, and personality: Laguna Grande de la Sierra, Púlpito del Diablo, and Ritacuba Blanco. Most people don’t do all three in one trip, and you don’t need to. We did two: Laguna Grande de la Sierra and Púlpito del
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Cartagena, Colombia is full of rich history, colorful colonial architecture, and beautiful beaches. But can you actually enjoy Cartagena with kids? Absolutely. I’ve done it not once but twice! Once for a babymoon with our firstborn while pregnant with our second, and again with all three kids under 5. I’m here to tell you exactly
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If you’re a family living in Medellín and looking for a fresh, exciting weekend trip, Jericó should be at the top of your list. Nestled in the Andes, this vibrant heritage town offers everything from breathtaking views at Cristo Redentor to colorful strolls down Calle Cien Escalas. Whether you’re exploring the serene Jardín Botánico or
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It’s so important for me to have processes in place to help my life run a little smoother—especially when traveling now that I’m not just packing for myself but for two kids under 4 years old as well. By the time my oldest was 15 months old, she had been on a couple of 6+
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