Sal
@salejo
Australian expat in Colombia
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About me
Australian
Lives in Cali, Valle del Cauca
Speaks Spanish, English
Registration: 18 August 2010
About
Occupation
I am Employed.
My expat journey
Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Hi All,
I have some Colombian friends here that I have known for a long time. I have been here in Colombia many times, but usually for 3 months at a time.
This time, I would like to expand my horizons and not be so fearful to get out and about. I'd like to make friends of my own and enjoy all that Cali has to offer. More than anything, I'd like a friend to chat to, go to the movies with and to drink and be merry with.
In Australia, I am a nurse, but I am not working at present in Colombia
Cali is awesome!
At times, I feel a little isolated because my Spanish is not A1. I can get around, but I would like to broaden my circle of friends.
San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile
As part of my 6 month adventure through South America, I decided to head to the top of Chile after having climbed Torres del Paine in the far South. Such an amazing place to experience with the most breathtaking landscapes that I have ever encountered in my traveling life!
San Pedro de Atacama stole my heart. A dusty people lined street through the centre, quaint little tiendas, loads of tourists in search of "something". I found a peace and tranquility there that I am yet to find in other places. Truly beautiful.
I am an RN
peaceful and out of this world picturesque
Too many tourists at times :)
Patmos Island, Greece
I took off after work in London and stayed 3 months on Patmos Island, which I loved. The food, the relaxed lifestyle. I did not want to leave, but the money ran out, so on I went to Eastern Europe.
I am an RN
Greek Islands are so pretty, the cost of living back then before the Euro was phenomenally inexpensive
Too many tourists at times :)
London, England, England
I did the "Australian backpacking" break for a year and traveled throughout Europe and lived and worked in London and Northern Ireland. Such a great adventure it was, but so long ago now!
I am an RN
The UK and Europe need no introduction, but I suppose for me and for me at that time of my life, it was a NEW adventure out on my own, exploring the world.
The colder climate
Australia
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New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Colombia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi All,My name is Sallie.I am an Aussie with a Colombian family here in Cali.I absolutely love spending time with my Hubby's friends and Family, but I also search for fun and friends of my own.I speak a decent level of Spanish and when I am ... Read More
Expats in Cali? Looking to practice Spanish by mj22lee
Hi everyone, My name is Mike and I'm currently living in Cali , Colombia, working at a university with a professor. Are there any other expats around? I'll be in Cali until April 2017 most likely. I'm looking to practice Spanish with ...
Hi Mike, I totally understand what you are saying. I am Aussie and Married to a Colombian. I learnt to speak Spanish on the streets in Cali and travelling throughout Colombia. However, it is difficult to understand the reasoning behind ... Read More
Does anyone here live in Cali? by willern
Hi, I just joined the community. I notice that the majority of expats in Colombia live in Medellin or Bogota. Does anyone here live in Cali? If so, introduce yourself! :D I'm Steph, from Ireland, currently living in Cali, Colombia with my ...
Hi Carolina, My name is Sallie. My hubby is Caleno! I am Australian and we live in Australia at the moment. However, we are thinking of a move to Colombia at some point during the year. I am unsure whether or not we will live in Barranquilla or ... Read More
Mums of babies and toddlers by ZeldaPinwheel
Hi there, I've just moved to Bogota with my toddler. Are there any mums out there who would like to meet up for play dates during the week or at weekends?
Hi there....Just saw your post and unsure if you are still keen to continue and if you are even living in Colombia anymore? I am a Mother of twin 2.5 year olds and moving to Colombia soonish. I would of course love to meet up with you. I am 37 yrs ... Read More