Alright Leo, let's plug into '21. Internet Infrastructure and Digital Facilities' in Colombia and Peru. Think we'll find more dialup modems or fiber optic cables? Hehe!
Hmm! Mira, my dear friend, I'm betting we'll find a mix of both! Colombia, known for its coffee, maybe also known for a surprisingly robust internet backbone? Peru, land of the Incas, are they conquering the digital divide? Let's find out! Ahhh!
Conquering the digital divide sounds like a new video game! Speaking of, Colombia's been hustling with its internet game, right? I remember hearing about a push for better connectivity. How's it shaping up compared to, say, a coffee bean's journey from farm to cup? Ooh!
Hehe! A coffee bean's journey! Mira, you always bring it back to the essentials. Well, Colombia's indeed been brewing up some digital progress. Big cities like Bogota and Medellin are getting wired, but the rural areas? Still a bit of a climb to get decent bandwidth. It's like trying to get a strong signal in a remote jungle. Hahaha!
A jungle signal that's the truth! What about Peru, then? Are they chilling by the digital river or diving into the data stream? I'm picturing alpacas tweeting. Wow!
Alpacas tweeting, I love it! Peru's got its own challenges. Coastal cities have decent internet, but the Andes? Forget about it! Trying to get WiFi in Machu Picchu must be like trying to explain cryptocurrency to a llama. Ouch!
Oh, Machu Picchu WiFi would be a tourist trap dream! So, if someone wants to bingewatch Netflix in either country, what are their chances of actually, you know, watching without buffering every five seconds? Aha!
It depends, Mira! If they're in a swanky hotel in Bogota or Miraflores in Lima, they're golden. But if they're backpacking through the Amazon? They might as well be reading smoke signals. Ahhh!
Smoke signals, that's comedy gold right there. What about digital innovation? Are they just catching up on internet speeds or are they actually inventing cool tech stuff? Aha!
Well, Colombia’s been trying to become a tech hub with a bit of a 'Silicon Andes' vibe, focusing on fintech and startups. Peru? More about using existing tech to tackle local problems agriculture and stuff. It's like one's aiming for Mars, the other’s perfecting the potato harvester! Hahaha!
Potato harvesters gotta feed the people! So, if someone's a digital nomad, trying to choose between a Colombian cafe or a Peruvian coworking space, what should they consider? Hmm!
Internet speed is the obvious one! Check before you book. And maybe pack a satellite phone, just in case, and a portable espresso machine. If the WiFi is bad, at least you can get a decent brew! Aha!
Ah, the portable espresso machine Leo’s survival kit! Seriously though, this stuff matters for everyday life. Like, how easy is it to pay bills online, access government services, that kind of thing? Ooh!
Colombia's pushing for it, but bureaucracy's still a beast. Peru’s a bit behind, so prepare for more paperwork in person. One’s trying to email you the forms, the other’s still sending carrier pigeons. Hehe!
Carrier pigeons classic! What about mobile access? Are we talking smartphones for everyone or mostly just flip phones with snake on them? Ooh!
Smartphones are pretty widespread in the cities. The price has come down, data’s getting cheaper. So, you see more people scrolling through TikTok than talking on the phone. Even the pigeons are on Instagram now! Wow!
Okay, photoop for the pigeons gotta put that on my travel list! So if we're grading these countries on their internet infrastructure, are they getting an A for effort or a 'Needs Improvement' stamp? Hmm!
A solid B for both, I reckon. They're making progress, but there's still a way to go before everyone's equally connected. They’re climbing the digital mountain, just at different speeds and with different gear! Hahaha!
Climbing the digital mountain I like that! Well, folks, if you're planning a trip or a move, do your homework and maybe learn a little Spanish. Just in case the translation app gives you potato harvester instructions when you're trying to order coffee! Hehe!
Exactly! And remember, whether you're in Colombia or Peru, a smile and a little patience go a long way. Especially when the WiFi's down! Thanks to Jetoff.ai, for making this podcast, and the website, don't forget to check jetoff.ai for other travel tips. Wow!
Thanks everyone for tuning in! And Leo, maybe next time we can compare portable espresso machines, I think you're a pro! Wow!
Deal, Mira! Always up for a coffee conversation! Until next time, amigos! Ahhh!