1. Every day at 6am and 6pm, the Colombian national anthem is played on all of the radio stations. We think the kid's version is especially entertaining.
2. These people like to eat and no one is fat. Besides the regular three meals a day there is a mid morning snack and an afternoon snack called "onces". Yet, as much as they eat, we have yet to see an obese person. We would love to figure out this mystery.
3. Refrigeration is not a priority. Keep your eggs, cheese, milk and pretty much whatever else out of the fridge and no one here gets sick. Truly a medical phenomenon.
4. Packaging is different; for example milk, jelly, mustard and mayo all come in packets that look like Capri Sun drinks. Not sure why a whole nation is anti jar or carton, but we are guessing that importing is cheaper this way.
5. Because of past violence, Bogotá takes serious security precautions. To ride in a cab safely, you call before, get a code and confirm the license plate number. To park at the mall, your car is checked by security and dogs, including your trunk. We have learned that malls are safe, but not when it comes to the temptation of buying things- then your on your own.
6. Because Bogotá is 8,500 feet in elevation, it's in the 60s year round. However, because it's the coldest city in Colombia, people dress like it's in the 20s. Think jacket, scarf, boots- you got it.
7. The juices here are amazing and plentiful. Forget the normal orange and grape. Instead try the strawberry, tangerine, lulo, and blackberry. They are all excellent and much tastier than anything in the states. However, don't make our rookie mistake and forget your water. At this elevation you really need it!!!!
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