Manuel Flühmann, founder of Jairo Travel
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THE STORY BEHIND JAIRO TRAVEL

From Cúcuta to Switzerland

At Cúcuta airport, my former foster family met me again in February 2026. I’m Manuel Flühmann, born in Cúcuta, adopted and raised in Switzerland. That return and my love of planning journeys led to Jairo Travel.

My two homes

My background, encounters and travels shape how I see Colombia. Growing up in Switzerland also shaped how I plan trips. I explain travel arrangements and the choices behind your itinerary.

Back in Colombia in February 2026

In February 2026, I travelled around Colombia for about a month, mostly alone. In Cúcuta, I met my former foster family again. At the airport, I felt as though I had never been away.

Later, I shared a meal with them. That meeting and the journey strengthened my wish to start Jairo Travel.

The places I visited

My route took me through Bogotá and the Cartagena region, then Cúcuta and Medellín. I continued to Santa Marta and the Tayrona area. I remember the people, food and openness I encountered in Medellín.

That journey shapes my questions and the experiences I include when planning your trip.

Why I plan travel

I enjoy turning your interests, pace and budget into a route. I begin with a conversation about what you want to experience.

How I work

I plan routes around places, travel times and the people you might meet. I use local recommendations and look for visits that involve residents. I ask where you want guidance and where you prefer free time.

Your first step

In a free introductory conversation, you can describe your ideas and ask about my approach.

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An enquiry through the website is non-binding and requires no payment.

I turn your travel idea into a route.

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