How do I meet people in Colombia?
When we asked people living in Colombia about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded...
"Expats in Colombia often join a variety of social, cultural, and athletic activities available locally to make connections and meet people. Examples may include joining Meetup groups, attending language exchange events, enjoying outdoor activities such as cycling and hiking, or taking classes in music and dance. Expats may also get involved in sports teams like soccer, swimming, and fitness classes. Expats can also explore the culture by taking salsa and flamenco dance classes, visiting local cultural events, or joining volunteer activities. Additionally, many expats take advantage of Colombia's vibrant nightlife by checking out live music venues or adding themselves to salsa and bachata dancing groups," remarked another expat who made the move to Colombia.
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How do I meet people in Colombia?
If you live in Colombia, newcomers to Colombia would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.