3 words you should learn before travelling to Medellín
You’ve probably heard that Medellín is magical, and yes, we can assure that you’re going to love it madly. But hey, be careful, because your visit depends on these 3 words.
They’re simple but powerful and they’re changing the way your arrival affects this vibrant city. Beyond linguistic meaning, they are a call to care and love for this land that welcomes its visitors with open arms. These are the words guiding responsible tourism in Medellín: “bonito,” “parcero,” and “casita”.
Bonito:
The word “bonito” in Medellín isn’t limited to its meaning of beautiful or pleasant. Here, being “bonito” means much more. It means being nice, behaving well, acting with respect and consideration towards the city and its inhabitants. So why not be a “bonito” tourist? Be the one who positively connects with their surroundings, who cares for the spaces and its people, who respects local law and traditions, and obviously, leaves a good impression wherever they go.
Every “bonito” action leaves a positive footprint in Medellín and the whole world, making not only your experience but everyone’s experience more enriching, memorable, and obviously, chimba.
Parcero:
The word “parcero” is a Colombian expression that has meaning beyond “friend”. Being Medellín’s “parcero” means being its best friend, its loyal companion, and its committed defender. If you’re a “parcero”, you’ll to
care for the city as you would for someone you love, with enthusiasm and respect in every experience together. And that’s where the best memories come from, right?
And as a tip, remember that good “parceros” always keep inviting each other to hang out, so the closer you are to Medellín, the more welcome you’ll be.
Casita:
It’s our home, the place where the family come together, where the best flavored beans are served, a place to enjoy the dance and music and where a large part of the city’s traditions are born and lived. Our casita is colorful and spacious to receive all your guests, it has our essence and we take care of it like a little silver cup.
Bring the best of you to Medellín: We can’t wait to meet you! Because if you like Medellín, we’re sure you’re a great one. Pack everything that makes you amazing in your suitcase: your “bonito” actions and be our most loyal “parcero” so we can keep hanging out in our casita.
Commitment to Our City:
If you’re ready to commit to responsible tourism in Medellín, join our movement #BringYourBestMedellín on social media. Visit our Responsible Tourism section and read the guide we created for you.
Are you joining this movement? Then we’ll be waiting for you with open arms in our beautiful city.