Most travelers I’d met on the way north didn’t have very good things to say about Cali.  The city of plastic and glitz was known for its nightlife, but not much else.  Others had quickly passed through on their way from Bogota or Medellin on their way to Ecuador, but I wanted to give the city its fair chance. Still traveling with Johan, we decided to try CouchSurfing in the city, hoping that whomever we stayed with would be able to give us some tips on the city and maybe show us around a bit.  Sadly we got Felipe and his Father instead…   

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Talking with other backpackers I’d met in Ecuador I got similar responses regarding Colombia. Everyone agreed that the people there are some of the friendliest they have met in South America, its safer than they would have believed, and its sure to soon be a popular travel destination. I’ve been in this country not even two weeks yet, but I can emphatically agree. It’s amazing how quickly people here are to open up to you (even with limited Spanish ability), and everyone is willing to share tips and recommendations on local sights and safety. Several of the places I’ve ended up now are not from recommendation by other travelers or guidebooks (which cover very little here), but from locals.

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