Tell people you are off to Colombia and the first words uttered are usually: “Is it safe?” and “Narcos”.  And to be honest, Colombia has had its fair share of bad press given that for decades the country was torn apart by a drugs war and conflicts with leftist groups.  But thanks to its wonderful and passionate people and the sheer force of the collective, this vibrant country has undergone a complete makeover and is definitely in the midst of a new era in its history.