Hi Dirk,
Your story sounds very familiar. Colombia is such a beautiful country, the people heart-warming yet there is a certain atmosphere that sets your mind in a kind of alertness. I was also having mixed feelings when traveling in Colombia. Either way, you can say that traveling in Colombia is an adventure all the way.
The hike to ciudad perdida (lost city) was truly amazing, an unforgettable experience. You made the right decision by not going. Local people do know if it's safe to travel or not.
Colombia is probably a country you have to visit a few times before you get a feel of life. Let's hope that the new positive developments with the FARC drive the country to a more secure future.
Best wishes,
Mark
PS: I'm from Brugge, we're almost neighbours! It's great to see you here on the forums! |