Here is everything you need to know about the Cédula de extranjería: what it is, how to get, how much it is… What is the Cédula de Extranjería? Thanks to the cédula de extranjería, you can travel through Colombia without having to take your original passport with you. The cédula de extranjería is a card … Read more
Shared flat: Cultural differences in Medellín Arriving in a new city or a new country always includes confrontations with a different culture. Changes can be really small, like colors of the traffic signs on the streets or a different style of food. They can be bigger though: Norms, values and people’s behavior can change significantly … Read more
The Metrocable – one of the most innovative transportation systems in the world. Besides being the only Colombian city with a metro system, Medellín also has other transportation means: Metroplús, Tranvía, Encicla, Buses, and the Metrocable which we develop in this article. As you might have understood, public transportation in Medellín is a big topic … Read more
Metro: The key of public transportation in Medellín The city of the eternal spring is currently the only city of the country that has a metro system. It is one of the fundamentals of the famous urban change of the city. In fact, the city has an even bigger transportation system called SITVA (Sistema Integrado de … Read more
The first steps of shared flats At present times, the tendency to share an apartment as a student is popular in Europe and North America. But it is not a trend that has recently emerged, but goes back in the history of society. However, after the Second World War was observed a boom in the … Read more
Claro, Movistar, Tigo… Here are the different operators you can use during your stay in Colombia. When we leave our country of origin, one of the first things to do is buy a Mobile plan. It’s important to know how to communicate once we arrive to our destination. In each country the telephony code is … Read more
Student Visa in Colombia: PIP or TP? If you are looking for a Student Visa or Entry Permits in Colombia, it can be a little challenging as there are more than 16 different types of visas or permits. However, only 4 really matter if you are going to study or do an internship. We met with … Read more
The welcome is important as this will be the student’s first impression of the environment and the people whom he will live with. But if it is a student from abroad, what is the best way to carry out this welcome? Welcome as first step Whether you have experience with VICOs or not, it sure … Read more
The registration process for your tenants is not the same as the one for tourists, so here is our registration guide to help you out. Non-tourists are increasingly common in large cities, due to the preference of tenants to have them instead of tourists, who represent only a short and limited stay. everytime more people … Read more
You have probably already asked yourself what could increase the value of your VICO. That is why we want to tell you what you must take into account when giving value to the rooms. There are many questions that come when deciding a price for your rooms which is normal, especially if it is the … Read more
Want a discount code on any VICO room to help your friends to find the perfect VICO while you earn extra money? As at VICO we greatly appreciate all our friends and users, we have decided to develop the option to create a discount code so you can help your friend or people you know, … Read more
Here are our tips to avoid problems between your guests in your shared housing. In VICO we want to avoid you inconveniences. That is why we are looking for promoting a cheerful and friendly environment by providing tips to prevent problems that may arise in your VICO. It is normal that when sharing spaces with … Read more
Here are important elements that make a house a great place for a VICO Have a VICO near strategic points such as universities or shared work spaces. However, the proximity to strategic points is not the only reason to have a VICO. Some make the decision because they don’t like to live alone and want … Read more
Want to escape Medellin for a weekend without having to pay expensive fight tickets? Stay in Antioquia! We know that your adventurous spirit will take you beyond Medellín at some point (if it’s not already done). However, there usually is a problem when it comes to picking a destination. Indeed, most of us are very … Read more
Everything you need to know to stay safe in Medellin Medellín is a city that has had many changes during its history, including concerning the security. Indeed, it went from being one of the most dangerous cities in the world to the most innovative. There are malicious people everywhere and Medellín is no the exception. … Read more
A continuación le presentamos nuestros consejos para evitar conflictos en su VICO Las experiencias más inolvidables que tendrás cuando llegues a Medellín las vivirás junto a tus compañeros de VICO (vivienda compartida), Es normal cuando compartes alojamiento con personas que no son tus parientes, volverse mucho más abierto y tolerante, sin embargo esto también representa ciertos … Read more
I Am the Worst Spanish Speaker in South America Today we have a special guest in our blog, Sophie. She is our new roomie in our VICO. She traveled South America the past months to finally arrive in Medellín. Today she tells us about the experiences she lived being the worst Spanish speaker in the whole … Read more