Already enjoyed the big city—can I try remote work in Palomino?

Already enjoyed the big city? Try remote work in Palomino. It’s a small, walkable Caribbean town with rivers, beach, and Sierra views—you can finish calls and be at the water in minutes.

Do rooms really have a proper workspace?

At Casa Aloha every room includes a dedicated desk (large, comfy) and multiple power outlets—built for long calls and laptop hours.

How’s the internet reliability?

We run Starlink (200 Mbps) with solar-energy backup, so Wi-Fi and essentials keep working during local power cuts. Video calls and cloud tools are solid. Perfect for work remote in

Palomino.

Is Palomino safe? Can I walk everywhere?

It’s compact and walkable. Guests typically walk safely to cafés, restaurants, the beach, and fruit stands. Use normal travel sense at night—as in any beach town.

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What’s the food situation (and prices)?

Plenty of affordable local food. You’ll find lunch from ~COP 14,000, plus fresh & veggie options. A lot of restaurants options. Street fruit is excellent (mango, maracuyá, pineapple, etc.).

Are there remote-friendly cafés?

Yes—several remote-friendly cafés to change scenes from your room desk or our garden pergola workspace.

Is Palomino safe for solo female travelers?

Yes. Palomino is generally safe and walkable—we host many solo women travelers who feel comfortable walking to cafés, restaurants, the beach, river and fruit stands. It’s easy to meet people from around the world, and women traveling alone often join activity groups or classes. There are dark streets but that is because they do not have public lighting.

How do I get there—flights and airports?

Palomino is near two airports: Santa Marta (SMR) and Riohacha (RCH). That means you can choose the best airfareand finish with a short coastal transfer. How to get from Medellín to Palomino (your transport guide)

What’s the climate like?

Warm tropical climate, typically 30–34 °C (86–93 °F). Pack light clothes, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Showers can pop up, but days are mostly sunny.

Should I buy a local SIM/eSIM?

Yes. Get a line from Tigo, Claro, or Movistar. Coverage in Palomino is good most of the time, but during regional power cuts some carriers can lose signal. At Casa Aloha your work stays online with Starlink + solar backup; a local SIM/eSIM is a handy backup when you’re out and about.

What can I do before/after work?

Plenty: river tubing, paddle on the San Salvador River, yoga, gym, dance classes, birdwatching, hikes, and surf lessons. Try your favorites—or learn something new.

Weekends—any bigger trips?

Yes. Easy escapes into La Guajira: Cabo de la Vela, Flamingo Sanctuary (Los Flamencos), and Wayuu cultural visits. We partner with quality local agencies for responsible, culture-first travel.

Can you help with logistics?

Absolutely. We can book activities, arrange private transfers, and share up-to-date local tips (food, cafés, routes, safety, SIMs).

Why digital nomads like work remote in Palomino

• Real work setup: desk in every room + Starlink with solar backup, Casa Aloha Palomino.

• Walkable & safe: cafés, eats, fruit stands, and the beach on foot

• Two airports nearby: compare prices (SMR / RCH)

• Affordable daily life: lunch from COP 14,000 + fresh/veggie options

• Nature on your doorstep: rivers, beach, hikes—work-life balance that’s actually doable

Ready to plan your long stay?

Check rooms with dedicated desks and message us for private transfers or bookings.

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