I flew from Medellin to Cartagena to spend a few days working with the Youth With A Mission Base on Bocachica. The Base has a number of full time staff who work on community development projects to improve the health of the people. They also have an infirmary, library for the children, feeding center and are building a large clinic that will serve the whole island. I walked around the town, visited the Fort and played with the kids down by the waterfront. I also had the chance to work on the Mercy Boat which will someday spread their work all the way down the coast of Colombia. YWAM is doing a wonderful work here for God and the people of Bocachica. Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out And Play Productions. andrew@goodimpressions.us

I took the 5 hour bus ride from Medellin to Pereira. We passed through many small towns a went over a number of rivers on the way. Pereira is a medium size town of 500,000 and is located in the heart of coffee country. Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out And Play Productions. andrew@goodimpressions.us

I spent several days with Enoc and Cristina Hernandez in Medellin learning about the ministries of Open Arms Foundation and Youth With A Mission. Both of these groups work with the street children of Medellin. During my stay we spent some time with the youth, road the Metro, visited the Boys Farm and had a MONDO Checheron meal! Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out and Play Productions. andrew@goodimpressions.us

My friend Alan and I decided to take a day trip and visit the little town of Belalcazar. It's about 90 minutes out of Pereira and is perched atop a mountain range between two beautiful valleys. We took the bus to La Virginia where we met up with our Colombian friends Diego and Luz Delia. From there we took a small bus up to Belalcazar. Our first stop was at the Cristo Rey (Christ the Light) statue. This 180 foot tall statue is hollow and you climb all the way up to the head and look out. Don't forget Part Two where we visit the town and have a great meal together. Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out and Play Productions. andrew@goodimpressions.us

In Part Two Alan and I continue our day trip to the mountain town of Belalcazar. We are joined by local Colombians Diego, Luz Delia and Johnny for a walk through the streets. We stop at the town square, have lunch in a local resturant and visit the local cultural center. Belalcazar is quaint, charming, and well deserving of a visit. Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out and Play Productions. andrew@goodimpressions.us

Towards the end of my Colombia Trip Alan and I needed to head back to Cali for the flight home. Some friends from Pereira offered to take us down in their '68 Buick (that was a real trip in itself). We stopped at a truck stop for San Cocho and visited friends in Dagua overnight before our last stop in Colombia's Salsa Capital. Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out And Play Productions, andrew@goodimpressions.us

Alan and Holly, the "Reluctant Tour Guides", have a snorkelers dream at Coki Beach. Clear, warm, calm waters and a ton of reef fish and yellowtail snappers keep both of them busy! Coki beach is one of St. Thomas's most beautiful and popular beaches with both the locals and tourists. Located on the east end of the island and close to a number of poplular resorts, Coki is bound to please the most devoted sun seekers and underwater enthusiasts. Along with many varieties of reef fish, Alan and Holly come across a curious Octopus! Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out and Play Productions, andrew@goodimpressions.us

The secret is out! Secret Harbor is a great place for snorkeling, especially for beginners. Our "Reluctant Tour Guides" Alan and Holly, really enjoyed this beach and snorkel. Most of the water is relatively shallow (4 - 8 feet deep.) Another good thing about this spot is that it is very protected from the prevailing winds and swell. So, if the north swell is up on St. Thomas, Secret Harbor is the place to go. On this dive we came across a beautiful Octopus - and it was a big one! Enjoy! Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out And Play Productions, andrew@goodimpressions.us

The "Reluctant Tour Guides" are at it again. This time, join Alan and Holly as they explore the underwater adventure of Hull Bay. Hull Bay in situated on the North side of St. Thomas, due west of Magens Bay - a popular tourist destination. Hull Bay is more of a locals beach and French Fisherman hangout. It is also popular with the surfers. As well, it is one of my personal favorite places in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Alan and Holly swim about 1/2 mile out to the end of the point where the northern swells crash against the rocks. Along the way they see many different types of reef fish, a big snapper, a turtle and a host of other sea creatures from the deep. Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out and Play Productions, andrew@goodimpressions.us

I met Alex and Andy, two computer programers from Boston, while camping at Vie's Beach in St. John. They were both up for a boating/snorkeling adventure and joined me for a trip to Mangroves of Hurricane Hole. Produced by Andrew Burnett, Come Out And Play Productions, andrew@goodimpressions.us