Colombia: Medellin – El Poblado
Medellin consists of 14 communes – districts – that range from historic downtown center to upscale elite wealthy areas to really rough favella-like neighborhoods. El Poblado is the richest and most chic areas in Medellin, and most importantly – the safest. This is where all the hotels and restaurants are and the coffee culture is at its best. El Poblado is relatively small and absolutely safe and easy to explore day and night – there are dozens of boutique hotels and restaurants, small cafes, and coffee shops (including the iconic Juan Valdez), Parque Llieras in the very center of El Ponlano – an artisan bazaar by day and a club like booming party area by night.
