Figures without context: the most common mistake when reading about tourism
Did you see the weather forecast this week? Every time I see news like that, I feel that in order to sound positive, they avoid saying what...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeMay 30, 2025
"Gentrification" in Medellín: victims of change or witnesses of progress?
When arriving in Medellín becomes a sin Today, Medellín is on everyone's lips: tourists, digital nomads, investors, and, of course, critics of...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeMay 28, 2025
Labor reform in Colombia: the silent blow to the hotel industry
Introduction The hotel industry, by its very nature, operates non-stop, serving guests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeMay 28, 2025
Why does Medellín seem to settle for being a cheap destination?
Today I read a news item in El Colombiano about - "The top 10 nationalities of tourists arriving in Medellín"- and I was...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeMay 27, 2025
A Hit in the Press: How BlackRoom Is Redefining Hotel Management in Colombia
Introduction In the changing landscape of tourism and hospitality, one player is quietly redrawing the lines of success in the hospitality industry:...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeApril 25, 2024
Colombia Shines on the World Stage: A Destination of Inclusion and Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry
Introduction In a world increasingly aware of the importance of inclusion, Colombia has positioned itself as a leader in this area...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeJanuary 26, 2024
Colombia on the Global Tourism Map: Recognitions and Awards that Boost Hospitality Investment
Introduction: Colombia, known for its rich cultural and natural diversity, has significantly stood out in the tourism sector during 2023. This...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeJanuary 25, 2024
Opportunities in the Colombian Hotel Industry: A Look at VAT and Beyond
Introduction In Colombia's changing hotel sector, a recent Infobae news report has highlighted a drop in hotel occupancy. The unions...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeJanuary 9, 2024
The Art of Operating a Hotel in Medellín: Reflections from the Experience of Blues Suites
Introduction I am Alejandro González, co-founder of Blackroom, and today I want to share with you, through this article and the video we have...
Alejandro Gonzalez UribeApril 23, 2023
