Colombia’s Medellín sees rise in digital nomads, but locals say gentrification is pricing them out

A growing number of digital nomads are settling in Medellin, Colombia, attracted by its climate and lifestyle.
However, their arrival has driven up housing costs, forcing many locals out of popular neighbourhoods.
Residents say authorities were unprepared for the rapid rise in tourism and call for stronger regulation.
Short-term rentals have surged, and the trend is now affecting working-class areas as well.
Locals fear losing their sense of community and cultural identity as gentrification intensifies.
Experts warn the tourism boom is fuelling deeper social issues like drug use and sex work.
The city must now balance economic growth with protecting its long-standing residents.

Al Jazeera’s Alessandro Rampietti reports from Medellin, Colombia.

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