What do people like (and dislike) about Bogota?
When we asked expats and global nomads what they like and dislike about living in Bogota, they replied...
"Expats and digital nomads living in Bogota often appreciate the city's vibrant culture, diverse cuisine, and affordable cost of living. They also enjoy the city's vibrant nightlife, its many parks and green spaces, and its proximity to other cities in Colombia. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the city's traffic and pollution to be a challenge. Additionally, the city's high crime rate can be a concern for some," remarked another expat in Bogota, Colombia.
"What attracted me to Columbia is nature and weather. You could actually find the right weather for you which is a driving distance. There are cities in Colombia that have same temperature all year long and I'm talking about nice weather not hot and not cold. People are friendly here especially with expats and white people. I was living in Dubai for some time but realistically you need a permanent home and so far Colombia seems to be my permanent home location," said a member in Bogota, Colombia.
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- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Bogota?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Bogota accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Bogota like?
- What are healthcare services like in Bogota?
- What are medical services in Bogota like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Bogota?
- What are emergency services like in Bogota?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Bogota?
- How are local medical facilities in Bogota?
- As a foreigner living in Bogota, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
What do people like (and dislike) about Bogota?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad 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.