I had the opportunity to teach English at a university in Cali, Colombia. Cali is known as the City of Salsa, and as a Jamaican who loves music and dancing, I had an amazing time learning Salsa Choke and experiencing the vibrant culture.
This was my first time travelling abroad, and it was an unforgettable experience. Living in another country allowed me to step outside my comfort zone, experience a new culture, and grow both personally and professionally.
If you would like to read the full story of my journey, you can purchase my book on Amazon, Adventures in Cali, Colombia: A Jamaican Perspective. In the book, I share many of the memorable experiences, cultural differences, funny moments, and valuable lessons that I learned while living and teaching in Colombia.
During my time there, I discovered that Colombians and Jamaicans have much in common. We share a love for sports, especially track and field and football. We enjoy meeting new people, our cultures are warm and welcoming, we appreciate fashion, and we both enjoy delicious food.
Learning Spanish opened doors that I never imagined possible. It gave me the opportunity to travel, teach English, appreciate another culture, and build lifelong friendships with wonderful people.
If you would like to meet Colombians, practice your Spanish, and connect with people who are interested in language and culture, you are welcome to join my Facebook group, Los Caleños y Los Jamaicanos. I created this community to encourage cultural exchange and to promote both the Spanish and English languages.
Thank you for reading about my experience. I hope my journey inspires you to learn another language, explore a new country, and embrace new opportunities.
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