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March, 2010

Paramilitaries to Paradise: The Revitalization of Medellin

Written on 29 Mar, 2010 at 16:46 in News and Views | viewed 829 times | 0 Comments
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By Michael JordanMarch 29, 2010 In the late ‘80s, Pablo Escobar turned Medellin into the world murder capitol. Today, it’s a travel hot-spot. Don’t believe me? Get ready to have your mind blown (though not literally, anymore). Sprawled along the... (Continue reading)

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Medellin Cultural Events: 2010

Written on 29 Mar, 2010 at 16:07 in What To Do | viewed 2,418 times | 0 Comments
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The following is a partial list of cultural events coming up during 2010. It is far from complete but reflects those directly sponsored by the City. 27 March to 04 April: City of Religious Art and Culture 15 April to... (Continue reading)

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South American Games Exceed Expectations for Medellin

Written on 23 Mar, 2010 at 14:10 in What To Do | viewed 532 times | 0 Comments
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(ATR) Organizers of the South American Games underway in Medellin, Colombia say the event is exceeding expectations, helping to prove the city is a safe, suitable host for major sports events. “The whole organization, I think everyone is happy” said... (Continue reading)

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The South American Games, Medellin 2010 Begin!

Written on 20 Mar, 2010 at 9:34 in What To Do | viewed 839 times | 1 Comment
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More than 5,000 athletes from 15 nations are in Medellin, Colombia for the 9th edition of the South American Games. Competition actually started two days ago with cycling events, which have been dominated by Colombia, the powerhouse for the sport... (Continue reading)

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The South American Games arrive in Medellin

Written on 12 Mar, 2010 at 20:20 in What To Do | viewed 495 times | 0 Comments
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The flame of the 9th South American Games has arrived in Medellin (Colombia), the host city of these Games, which will be held from 19 to 30 March 2010. This flame arrived from Tiwanaku (Bolivia), where it had been handed... (Continue reading)

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The Benefits of International Adoption in Medellin

Written on 9 Mar, 2010 at 15:22 in Adoption, What To Do | viewed 1,402 times | 0 Comments
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Earthquakes in Haiti and Chile have left thousands of children orphaned and revived debates over the value of international adoption. In the weeks since a group of American missionaries were arrested on charges of child-trafficking, Haiti’s orphans have continued to... (Continue reading)

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Medical Tourism in Medellin – High Quality Healthcare

Written on 9 Mar, 2010 at 15:05 in Healthcare | viewed 1,753 times | 1 Comment
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The Medical Tourism Association hosted a Familiarization Tour to the everlasting place of spring time, Medellín, Colombia December 8th-12th 2009. Nine medical tourism facilitators, insurance companies and agents from the United States, Canada and the Caribbean explored the high quality... (Continue reading)

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