{"id":3925,"date":"2020-06-22T16:06:05","date_gmt":"2020-06-22T16:06:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com?p=3925"},"modified":"2024-10-05T17:25:57","modified_gmt":"2024-10-05T17:25:57","slug":"cali-colombia-local-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/cali-colombia-local-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"What Cali, Colombia Is Really Like: A Local&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Cali will probably become<br \/>your favorite place in Colombia<\/h3>\n<p><em>While I could go on about the reasons why <a href=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/why-you-need-to-visit-cali-in-colombia-at-least-once-in-your-life\/\">Cali is one of my absolute favorite places in the world<\/a>, <\/em><em>I asked my gorgeous Cali friend Dayan to share her input about her hometown.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>This local Cali guide shows you what Cali is really like. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>O<\/em><em>nce you make it here, there is a risk that you won&#8217;t want to leave.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Let&#8217;s start with some info about you.<br \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0004-476x476-1.jpg\" width=\"476\" height=\"476\" alt=\"IMG-20200624-WA0004-476x476\" class=\"wp-image-11663 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0004-476x476-1.jpg 476w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0004-476x476-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0004-476x476-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>I am a social, outgoing, and friendly person. As a typical \u201ccale\u00f1a\u201d, I enjoy a happy atmosphere, dancing, and spending time with my friends outdoors.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>How would you describe the culture in Colombia?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Colombia is multicultural. Each region is so different. Ranging from the way people speak to the music, the food, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever you go, people are warm and welcoming.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>How would you describe Cali?<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cali-colombia-colorful-1-750x500-1.jpg\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" alt=\"cali-colombia-colorful-1-750x500\" class=\"wp-image-11657 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cali-colombia-colorful-1-750x500-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cali-colombia-colorful-1-750x500-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cali-colombia-colorful-1-750x500-1-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cali-colombia-colorful-1-750x500-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><br \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>COLORFUL!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What do you like most about Cali?<br \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If Cali was a person, it would probably be the most friendly person you know. It&#8217;s a city where you feel free and happy. Where people say hi, even if you don&#8217;t know each other. Where there are music and dance in every street corner. And you&#8217;re invited to join.<\/p>\n<p>Cali would not be what it is if it wasn&#8217;t for the Cale\u00f1os (the locals). That\u2019s what I love the most about my city: the people.\u00a0 As well as the food. El Aborrajado, La Lulada, El Chontaduro, and La Empanada are some of the traditional must-tries in the city. And I could go on, but let&#8217;s get more into food later\u2026<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What are the downsides (if any)?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The free spirit of the city makes it chaotic at times. You might feel that it lacks organization and that some people don&#8217;t take care of the public spaces.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What are the most common stereotypes about Cali and what do you think about them?<br \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- divi:embed {\"url\":\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/MtVTsesQLw4?t=60\",\"type\":\"video\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"youtube\",\"responsive\":true,\"className\":\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Salsa Dancing in Cali (Colombia)\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MtVTsesQLw4?start=60&#038;feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div><figcaption><em>Not everyone in Cali knows how to dance like this&#8230;<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/divi:embed --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->When people hear Cali, they usually think of salsa music. And if you are \u201ccale\u00f1o\u201d you have to be a great dancer. And usually, we are&#8230; But well, there are some cale\u00f1os who didn\u2019t end up with that part of the recipe LOL.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Unfortunately, some people from abroad do also think about Colombia as a country which is all about drugs, which is far from reality. I would like that stereotype to disappear completely. We have so much more to offer, like food, hospitality, and rumba.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3>Reasons to visit and daily life in Cali<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Why visit Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Delicious Food<\/li>\n<li>Beautiful Women<\/li>\n<li>Warm People<\/li>\n<li>Party<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What time of the year do you prefer in Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/feria-cali-476x476-1.jpg\" width=\"476\" height=\"476\" alt=\"feria-cali-476x476\" class=\"wp-image-11658 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/feria-cali-476x476-1.jpg 476w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/feria-cali-476x476-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/feria-cali-476x476-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Any time is a good time. Cali always spoils you with warm weather, which makes it perfect all year around.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->If you would like to get a real taste of the Cali Salsa environment, we celebrate \u201cLa Feria de Cali\u201d (The Cali\u2019s Fair) during the last week of December.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->The whole city transforms, and there are big parties wherever you go.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What&#8217;s the best way to get to know the locals?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Go out dancing! There are discotecas where they teach you how to dance salsa, which is a great way to interact with the locals. There are also options like Couchsurfing and dating apps.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What&#8217;s the best way to get around?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Depending on where you are, you can use the public transportation system \u201cMIO\u201d, or use an app like Uber, Didi, or Way Cali.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What&#8217;s dating like in Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->Depends. To be honest I feel like it&#8217;s easy for men here. Cale\u00f1as are beautiful women, and there are more women than men in general. We are a bit traditional. Men are usually the ones who make the first move and invite on the first date.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What&#8217;s daily life like?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->People love doing sports. You\u2019ll see people working out in parks and gyms across the city from 5 am. The majority then head to work between 8 am to 6 pm. Then you either hang out with family or friends, having drinks or food.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Can you name one thing about your city, that most people who are not from there don&#8217;t know?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><a href=\"http:\/\/The Free Museum of Public Art of Colombia\">The Free Museum of Public Art of Colombia<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3>Where to hang out, eat, and have a good time<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What are your favorite neighborhoods in Cali (and why)?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0009-476x476-1.jpg\" width=\"476\" height=\"476\" alt=\"IMG-20200624-WA0009-476x476\" class=\"wp-image-11659 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0009-476x476-1.jpg 476w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0009-476x476-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0009-476x476-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pe\u00f1on<\/li>\n<li>San Antonio<\/li>\n<li>Granada<\/li>\n<li>San Fernando<\/li>\n<li>Centenario<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>If you only had one day in Cali, what would you do?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0003-476x411-1.jpg\" width=\"476\" height=\"411\" alt=\"IMG-20200624-WA0003-476x411\" class=\"wp-image-11660 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0003-476x411-1.jpg 476w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0003-476x411-1-300x259.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:image {\"id\":3945,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->I would start by hiking really early to \u201cEl Cerro de las tres cruces\u201d. Then do a tour from The Boulevard to the Sebastian de Belalcazar Statue, down to The Cats of the river. I would have lunch at the Alameda Gallery.<\/p>\n<p>After that, I\u2019d go to San Antonio. Just to walk around in the colorful neighborhood, with a stop to eat some Aborrajado and Marranitas at J&amp;J Fritanga. Before it gets too dark, I would take a lift to go and see the sunset at Cristo Rey. I would have a cocktail drink at a bar in El Pe\u00f1on. Finally, but most importantly, I would end up at La Topa Tolondra, one of the most famous salsatecas in Cali, to dance salsa all night long.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3>What to eat in Cali<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/almeda-cali-476x476-1.jpeg\" width=\"476\" height=\"476\" alt=\"almeda-cali-476x476\" class=\"wp-image-11661 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/almeda-cali-476x476-1.jpeg 476w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/almeda-cali-476x476-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/almeda-cali-476x476-1-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What is the must-try food in Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->You can\u2019t leave Cali without trying:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cholado (cross between a frozen dessert, fruit cocktail, and a drink, It is made with crushed ice, fresh fruit)<\/li>\n<li>Aborrajado, marranita, empanada ( Made with plantain sweet and green)<\/li>\n<li>Lulada ( refreshing drink make with mashed lulos, lime juice, water, sugar, and ice)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What are your favorite restaurants?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Platillos Voladores<\/li>\n<li>J&amp;J Fritanguer\u00eda<\/li>\n<li>Amelia Cafe<\/li>\n<li>The Alameda Gallery in general. Here, you&#8217;ll find different types of restaurants with the flavor of the Pacific Colombian Region<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Favorite places for a drink and\/or dancing?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0001-750x500-1.jpg\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" alt=\"IMG-20200624-WA0001-750x500\" class=\"wp-image-11656 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0001-750x500-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0001-750x500-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0001-750x500-1-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG-20200624-WA0001-750x500-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:image {\"id\":3946,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>La Topa Tolondra<\/li>\n<li>The Lobby<\/li>\n<li>Elsa Caf\u00e9<\/li>\n<li>Absenta<\/li>\n<li>La Pergola<\/li>\n<li>Donde Fabio<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph -->The last Friday every month, the show <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Deliriocali\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Delirio<\/a> is on. It brings together some of the best dancers and salsa bands in the world. Presented in a circus format, unique and unforgettable!<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3>Get out from town<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading {\"level\":4} --><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What other places close to Cali do you like?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/samiraholma_20200629_133726_0-1-476x467-1.jpg\" width=\"476\" height=\"467\" alt=\"samiraholma_20200629_133726_0-1-476x467\" class=\"wp-image-11664 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/samiraholma_20200629_133726_0-1-476x467-1.jpg 476w, https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/samiraholma_20200629_133726_0-1-476x467-1-300x294.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:image {\"id\":3954,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Km 18<\/li>\n<li>La Hacienda La Mar\u00eda<\/li>\n<li>Ginebra<\/li>\n<li>Pance<\/li>\n<li>Dapa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><em>You might also like: <\/em><br \/>&#8211; <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaymag.co.uk\/cali.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fall in love with Cali, Colombia&#8217;s colourful salsa capital<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4><em>Looking for more authentic travel experiences?<\/em><\/h4>\n<p><strong>2 ways I can help:<\/p>\n<p><\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/contact\/\"><strong>Book a 1:1 session<\/strong> <\/a>for personalized tips on finding authentic places, connecting with cultures, people, and making your travels more meaningful, customized just for you\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/category\/travel\/\"><strong>Check out more content<\/strong><\/a> on authentic travel experiences and how travel can be a powerful tool for personal growth and impact<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While I could go on about the reasons why Cali is one of my absolute favorite places in the world, I asked my lovely Cali friend Dayan to share her input about her hometown.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This local Cali guide shows you what Cali is really like.<\/p>\n<p>Once you make it here, there is a risk that you won&#8217;t want to leave.\u00a0<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":12111,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<h3>Cali will probably become <br>your favorite place in Colombia<\/h3>\n<p><em>While I could go on about the reasons why <a href=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/why-you-need-to-visit-cali-in-colombia-at-least-once-in-your-life\/\">Cali is one of my absolute favorite places in the world<\/a>, <\/em><em>I asked my gorgeous Cali friend Dayan to share her input about her hometown.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>This local Cali guide shows you what Cali is really like. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><br>\n<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>O<\/em><em>nce you make it here, there is a risk that you won't want to leave.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Let's start with some info about you.&nbsp;<br><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h3><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3949\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/IMG-20200624-WA0004.jpg\" alt=\"Calena cali Colombia\" width=\"750\" height=\"936\"><\/h3>\n<p>I am a social, outgoing, and friendly person. As a typical \u201ccale\u00f1a\u201d, I enjoy a happy atmosphere, dancing, and spending time with my friends outdoors.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>How would you describe the culture in Colombia?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Colombia is multicultural. Each region is so different. Ranging from the way people speak to the music, the food, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever you go, people are warm and welcoming.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>How would you describe Cali?<br><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3958\" src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cali-colombia-colorful-1.jpg\" alt=\"cali colombia colorful \" width=\"1024\" height=\"719\"><br><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>COLORFUL!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What do you like most about Cali?<br><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If Cali was a person, it would probably be the most friendly person you know. It's a city where you feel free and happy. Where people say hi, even if you don't know each other. Where there are music and dance in every street corner. And you're invited to join.<\/p>\n<p>Cali would not be what it is if it wasn't for the Cale\u00f1os (the locals). That\u2019s what I love the most about my city: the people.&nbsp; As well as the food. El Aborrajado, La Lulada, El Chontaduro, and La Empanada are some of the traditional must-tries in the city. And I could go on, but let's get more into food later\u2026<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What are the downsides (if any)?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The free spirit of the city makes it chaotic at times. You might feel that it lacks organization and that some people don't take care of the public spaces.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What are the most common stereotypes about Cali and what do you think about them?<br><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/MtVTsesQLw4?t=60\",\"type\":\"video\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"youtube\",\"responsive\":true,\"className\":\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/MtVTsesQLw4?t=60\n<\/div><figcaption><em>Not everyone in Cali knows how to dance like this...<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When people hear Cali, they usually think of salsa music. And if you are \u201ccale\u00f1o\u201d you have to be a great dancer. And usually, we are... But well, there are some cale\u00f1os who didn\u2019t end up with that part of the recipe LOL.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Unfortunately, some people from abroad do also think about Colombia as a country which is all about drugs, which is far from reality. I would like that stereotype to disappear completely. We have so much more to offer, like food, hospitality, and rumba.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Reasons to visit and daily life in Cali<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>Why visit Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Delicious Food<\/li><li>Beautiful Women<\/li><li>Warm People<\/li><li>Party<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What time of the year do you prefer in Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3><img src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/feria-cali.jpg\" alt=\"la feria cali colombia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"634\"><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Any time is a good time. Cali always spoils you with warm weather, which makes it perfect all year around.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you would like to get a real taste of the Cali Salsa environment, we celebrate \u201cLa Feria de Cali\u201d (The Cali\u2019s Fair) during the last week of December.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The whole city transforms, and there are big parties wherever you go.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What's the best way to get to know the locals?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Go out dancing! There are discotecas where they teach you how to dance salsa, which is a great way to interact with the locals. There are also options like Couchsurfing and dating apps.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What's the best way to get around?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Depending on where you are, you can use the public transportation system \u201cMIO\u201d, or use an app like Uber, Didi, or Way Cali.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What's dating like in Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Depends. To be honest I feel like it's easy for men here. Cale\u00f1as are beautiful women, and there are more women than men in general. We are a bit traditional. Men are usually the ones who make the first move and invite on the first date.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What's daily life like?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>People love doing sports. You\u2019ll see people working out in parks and gyms across the city from 5 am. The majority then head to work between 8 am to 6 pm. Then you either hang out with family or friends, having drinks or food.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>Can you name one thing about your city, that most people who are not from there don't know?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/The Free Museum of Public Art of Colombia\">The Free Museum of Public Art of Colombia<\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Where to hang out, eat, and have a good time<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What are your favorite neighborhoods in Cali (and why)?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3><img src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/IMG-20200624-WA0009.jpg\" alt=\"El Pe\u00f1on Cali Colombia\" width=\"750\" height=\"503\"><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Pe\u00f1on<\/li><li>San Antonio<\/li><li>Granada<\/li><li>San Fernando<\/li><li>Centenario<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>If you only had one day in Cali, what would you do?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":3945,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/IMG-20200624-WA0003.jpg\" alt=\"El Cerro de las tres cruces Cali Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-3945\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I would start by hiking really early to \u201cEl Cerro de las tres cruces\u201d. Then do a tour from The Boulevard to the Sebastian de Belalcazar Statue, down to The Cats of the river. I would have lunch at the Alameda Gallery.<br><br>After that, I\u2019d go to San Antonio. Just to walk around in the colorful neighborhood, with a stop to eat some Aborrajado and Marranitas at J&amp;J Fritanga. Before it gets too dark, I would take a lift to go and see the sunset at Cristo Rey. I would have a cocktail drink at a bar in El Pe\u00f1on. Finally, but most importantly, I would end up at La Topa Tolondra, one of the most famous salsatecas in Cali, to dance salsa all night long.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>What to eat in Cali<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3><img src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/almeda-cali.jpeg\" alt=\"Galeria Alameda Cali Colombia\" width=\"980\" height=\"590\"><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What is the must-try food in Cali?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can\u2019t leave Cali without trying:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Cholado (cross between a frozen dessert, fruit cocktail, and a drink, It is made with crushed ice, fresh fruit)<\/li><li>Aborrajado, marranita, empanada ( Made with plantain sweet and green)<\/li><li>Lulada ( refreshing drink make with mashed lulos, lime juice, water, sugar, and ice)<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What are your favorite restaurants?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Platillos Voladores<\/li><li>J&amp;J Fritanguer\u00eda<\/li><li>Amelia Cafe<\/li><li>The Alameda Gallery in general. Here, you'll find different types of restaurants with the flavor of the Pacific Colombian Region<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>Favorite places for a drink and\/or dancing?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":3946,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/IMG-20200624-WA0001.jpg\" alt=\"Delirio Cali colombia\" class=\"wp-image-3946\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>La Topa Tolondra<\/li><li>The Lobby<\/li><li>Elsa Caf\u00e9<\/li><li>Absenta<\/li><li>La Pergola<\/li><li>Donde Fabio<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The last Friday every month, the show <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Deliriocali\/\">Delirio<\/a> is on. It brings together some of the best dancers and salsa bands in the world. Presented in a circus format, unique and unforgettable!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Get out from town<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4><strong>What other places close to Cali do you like?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":3954,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/samiraholma_20200629_133726_0-1.jpg\" alt=\"Dapa Cali Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-3954\"\/><figcaption><em>Dapa  is a great option when you feel like changing scene for a while.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Km 18<\/li><li>La Hacienda La Mar\u00eda<\/li><li>Ginebra<\/li><li>Pance<\/li><li>Dapa<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>You might also like: <\/em><br>- <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaymag.co.uk\/cali.html\">Fall in love with Cali, Colombia's colourful salsa capital<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->","_et_gb_content_width":"","content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[98,211],"class_list":["post-3925","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel","tag-colombia","tag-local-guide"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3925","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3925"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3925\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17201,"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3925\/revisions\/17201"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12111"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3925"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3925"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samiraholma.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3925"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}