Podcast – Scouting Missions to Colombia and El Salvador

Viva Tropical Radio
Park joins the show to discuss his recent trip to Medellin, Colombia with his boys. He examines the good and bad from the trip and compares his experience there to the rest of Central America.
Meanwhile, Josh recounts his recent trip to El Salvador and breaks down how it fits into the scope of Central America real estate investment.
The two also catch up on the recent elections in Panama and what has been happening on Boca Chica Island.
In this episode, you will learn:
- Is El Salvador a hot potential investment spot?
- How does Medellin stack up against other Central America cities?
- What does the future hold for tourism in Colombia?
- Are El Salvador and Colombia safe?
And much more.
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The Show Notes
- Killing Pablo – Mark Bowden
- Viva Colombia – $100 round trip flights to Medellin now from Panama City
- Medellin Living – Very informative website
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