Looking for student housing in Bogota? Will you be studying your university degree in Bogota? Congratulations! You have chosen the best educational place in Colombia, with more than 150 university centers, a wide range of curricula and, best of all, a welcoming urban environment. The
The quality of the universities in Medellín is one of the reasons why this city hosts so many students. Coming from other cities and countries, they arrive in search of housing. Long before starting their academic life, reviewing the options of residence is a fundamental
How can I stay longer in Colombia? This is a very frequent question from foreigners, who normally enter the country with a passport as tourists, obtaining a limited stay in terms of time (90 days) and activities to develop (only tourism). Now, how can they
In order to pay your rent, log in to getvico.com with your user. Enter into the menu and select “Dashboard”. Afterwards click on “Pay monthly rent”. ¡Select the payment method thats fits best your needs! Wire transfer – An easy solution for the ones with Colombian bank
Finding a room to rent on the internet can be tricky. Pictures don’t always speak for themselves. Indeed, pictures could be false, they can be blurry, not representative of the whole place… It’s just not optimum. That is why we got you the best solution:
Choosing the neighborhood you’re going to live in a city you don’t know is hard, isn’t is? And you should know that as a newcomer in Bogota, some areas are better than others. That’s why we’ll give you information on the neighborhoods of Bogota where
Maybe you’re not thinking about a shared housing for your accommodation in Bogota. Living alone sure has its advantages! But here’s why you should at least consider living with roommates. 1. No room for loneliness – You arrive alone but you don’t stay alone Because
Choosing the neighborhood you’re going to live in a city you don’t know is hard, isn’t is? So let us make it simple for you: some neighborhoods are better than others to live in as a newcomer. That’s why we’ll give you information on the
1. Avoid loneliness – You arrive alone but you don’t stay alone You may not have considered the option of a shared housing for your accommodation in Medellin. Living alone sure has its advantages! But here’s why you should at least think about living with
Airbnb and VICO satisfy very different needs. We suggest which option to choose according to your profile. One of the coolest aspects of the collaborative economy is finding furnished apartments in Medellín at low cost. Airbnb is very popular and we all know how useful
Searching for a room for rent in Medellin can be very difficult due to lack of information and trust. But you’re good! In this article we help you to find the best option for you! Before you start looking for a room, you have to
Looking for room to rent in Medellín? Here are tips to find the perfect housing and the ideal environment to live a unique experience. You can follow several basic steps that will save you time and work if it’s your first time in Medellín. 1st
1. What is a deposit and why do you pay it? It’s a sum of money you pay when booking your VICO. If no incident happened during your stay, you’ll get your deposit back when you leave the VICO. In short, it is a guarantee
Indie Studio is the most colorful building in Laureles. Designed for independent creators, it occupies 80% of its beautiful studios, while the hospitality sector in the city does not exceed 2%. Creative universe, rainbow of laurels and coliving of creators are just some of the
El coronavirus es un tema que nos preocupa a todos y aún no podemos decir con certeza cuáles implicaciones tendrá o cuánto tiempo va a durar esta crisis. Desde nuestra parte en VICO les aseguramos todo el soporte necesario para poder pasar por esta situación juntos.
Hey there! The year 2019 is almost over and has been a very exciting one for us in every sense. In the following we want to share some of our learnings and aspects which we want to make better the next year. Before we start:A
No more than two years ago we were surprised by the term co-working, a shared work space, with everything you need to do your day-to-day work. But the shared economy brings us another concept, Co-living. Here we will give you 7 reasons why co-living is
Feria de las Flores: Tradition and actuality. The Feria de las Flores in Medellín is one of the most anticipated events by the paisas in Antioquia. It’s a way of celebrating this culture of entrepreneurship, happiness and colourful traits that characterizes us. In addition to
Colombia has become a popular destination for international university students to do an internship. The leading agency that specializes in connecting these students with Colombian companies is Paisa Internship. We had the chance to interview Tom who gave us a better insight into what it
VICO becomes part of the 500 Startups Accelerator Program VICO is excited to announce that we became part of the latest batch from 500 Startups’ Seed Accelerator based in Mexico City. The 500 Startups’ Seed Accelerator program provides mentorship for early-stage companies based in Latin
You may have already finished packing, but it never hurts to go through the “must-bring” list one more time to see if any of these things are missing in your luggage. As the saying goes, “better safe than sorry”. We asked several students who were
Who better than a real paisa would tell us what we can do or avoid doing when trying to win girls of the Antioquia capital. Aleja will help us with ten exclusive tips to meet and make paisa women to fall in love. First you
Discover the easiest and prettiest places to travel to in Antioquia When you live in Medellín, you get a lot of opportunities to travel in Antioquía. And as we explained in our article about travelling through Colombia, the country has the 2nd highest number of
Shared housing: a promising business With the increase of foreigners arriving in Colombia and Medellin, the housing sector is one of the most benefited, thanks to shared housing as a business. Whether it’s the friendliness of the people, the landscapes or the academic opportunities, people
Find a room near the UdeA in Medellin What should I know before looking for a room to rent near the UdeA in Medellin? Source:udea.edu.co You are going to study at the UdeA in Medellin and you are looking for a room to rent in
Within all the options you have to find a room in Medellín, you can use CompartoApto Suddenly you have found many options when looking for a room for rent in the city of Medellin or maybe you have not found any … it may be
Medellín, the city of eternal spring, has managed to leave its past behind and become one of the trend cities. Not only in Colombia, but also in the whole world. The benefits of a shared apartment during the stay in the city of Medellín The
When we go to live in a different city or country we find ourselves with a frequent doubt about the place where we are going to live: will it be better to live alone or in a VICO? Today in VICO we bring you the
Here are the cheapest and easiest ways to get from Medellin’s airport to the center of the city. Firstly, you should know that Medellín has two airports. On one hand, there is Olaya Herera, which is located in the south-west of the city and is
How do they speak in Medellin? You probably traveled to Medellín thinking that it would be easy to survive with the Spanish you already know. But what you were not expecting is that some of the words used here mean something completely from what you
If you were planning on partying during your stay in Colombia, you choose the right city. There are 5 principal zones to party in Medellín: Lleras, Barrio Colombia, La 33, La 70 and Las Palmas. The most popular is Lleras. They correspond to different budgets, so whatever the
How to use the bus in Medellín: routes, prices, apps… The bus system is one of the oldest transportation systems used in Medellín. Therefore, the bus network is very rich and developed. Over time, a large number of bus companies and routes have developed across the whole
The Metroplús: A combination of a bus, a tram and a metro. The Metroplús is a part of the innovative transportation system of Medellín. Actually, public transportation is a big topic of public administration in the city. Indeed, it is one of the fundamentals of
Here are the best places to see the incredible panorama of the Aburra Valley and how to get there Medellín is geographically attractive since it is located in a valley. Thanks to that great location, the city offers a lot of impressive high lookouts from where
Everything you need to know about taxis in Medellin: In Medellín, taxis work with a taximeter calculating distance and time The minimum fare is $5.400 COP Apps to request a taxi: Easytaxi It is better to take the taxi in a visible place and send
Uber in Medellín Good service. Direct competition for taxi and undefined legal situation. Registration with cellphone number and credit card. Payment with credit card and cash. Variable rate depending on the demand and supply (on rush hour is expensive). App gives you an estimated rate.
How to use your Cívica in Medellín: how to obtain it, prices, apps, transports… Move comfortably around the city with the Cívica The Cívica card is a replacement for the paper tickets. Its aim is to help the environment, the economy and also to ease the access
Are you thinking of studying at EAFIT and looking for a room near the university? Here is all you need to know to find a room near EAFIT: The EAFIT university is located in the commune 14 “El Poblado“. However, there are multiple neighborhoods within this
Everything you need to know about la Fiesta del Libro y la Cultura in Medellin: The first version of la fiesta del libro (at that time fair) was held on March 12, 1993 but it was not constant every year because the conditions were different.
What should I know if I am going to live in a room near the UPB? You are going to study at the UPB in Medellin and you are looking for a room to rent in the neighborhood? Here is everything you need to know
When you visit a new city, one of the most frequent questions is “what do I eat there?”. Well, Medellín has a wide gastronomic variety with dishes that may seem a little bit strange to you at first. However, we’re sure that once you will
One certain thing is that Colombia has its own way of paying bills. When you travel to another country, one of the most important things you should have in consideration is how to pay your bills and how the banking system works there. There are
Medellín is a city with spaces for everyone, either locals or foreigners, partiers or dreamers, big spenders or big savers. In the particular case of the parks, you will find the perfect one for you, whoever you are. Medellín has one for everyone. You’ll find
Have you ever wondered about the history of the neighborhoods (barrios) of Medellín? Why are the names so different and how was their constitution? Today VICO helps you to know more about this city. Medellín is a city of 2,508,452 inhabitants (2017). They split in 20
We hope that our first Paisa vocabulary guide helped you and that you are having “una chimba” of time Medellín. If you already read the first article, you should understand the expression. If not, it’s fine… we forgive you and we give you an opportunity
Get to know the most interesting cultural spaces and museums in Medellín! The cultural offer in the Aburrá Valley is as wide and diverse as the ways to say “yes” in paisa. Therefore, we want to show you the most outstanding museums in Medellín that
The one who lives is the one who enjoys it. The next big Colombian party is coming. The Carnaval de Barranquilla will take place in the Colombian Caribbean coast, in the Golden Gate of Colombia, Curramba, la Bella: Barranquilla. The Carnaval de Barranquilla will take
About the 2017 Christmas lights: When, where, what? This year marks 50 years of the Christmas history with the lighting of the city. EPM is the company responsible for the assembly of the lighting. Each year the lighting has a specific theme, this year will
Once again: welcome to Colombia and especially to Medellín, friend! We hope that our previous tips on safety, what to bring and what to do in the city have been of great help to you all. Now, we would like to inform you about the
Your departure to the city of the eternal spring is getting closer and closer? You already see yourself walking down the streets of Medellín? But are you sure you’re ready for your arrival? Don’t worry, VICO put together a list of things to visit but