Coliving in Medellín, Colombia

Unsettled is a global coliving and retreat program that has taken more than 5,000 people from over 80 countries on experiences designed to replace routine with adventure, clarity, and meaningful connection. Founded in 2014, it operates 15- and 30-day retreats in destinations chosen for their capacity to inspire change — and it has built one of the most cohesive communities in the remote work world.

What It Is

Unsettled runs structured coliving retreats for independent professionals, remote workers, and people at genuine crossroads in their careers or lives. Each trip brings together a diverse group of up to 18 participants — artists, entrepreneurs, developers, executives, coaches — who live and work together in a curated destination for two to four weeks. The format blends purposeful programming with enough unstructured time for real relationships to form.

The Experience

Each Unsettled trip includes curated workshops, local experiences, skill-shares, and group activities — hiking, freediving, food tours, city explorations — calibrated to the destination. Morning sessions might involve facilitated conversations about work and life design; afternoons open up for focused work or local adventures. Evenings are social. The programming is designed to create the conditions for insight and connection rather than forcing either. Unsettled also runs the Lifestyle Incubator, a four-week virtual retreat focused on career clarity, for those who want the community without the travel.

The Space

Accommodation varies by destination and is sourced to reflect local character — expect a converted colonial house in Medellín or a villa in Bali rather than a generic hotel. Coworking setup is included with high-speed internet, dedicated workspaces, and enough room to take calls without disturbing others. The properties are typically set in interesting neighbourhoods rather than tourist strips, giving members access to authentic local life.

Who It Is For

Unsettled is most valuable for people who are actively questioning what comes next — professionally, personally, or both. The two-week minimum keeps the group together long enough for genuine bonds to form, and the curation process ensures a mix of backgrounds, industries, and perspectives. It is not the most affordable coliving option, but the programming depth and community quality justify the price for the right person. Past participants describe it as a turning point rather than just a trip.

Location Highlights

Current and upcoming Unsettled destinations include Medellín, Colombia — one of South America’s most vibrant cities, with a year-round spring climate, thriving arts scene, and accessible mountains — and Chiang Mai, Thailand, a long-established hub for remote workers in Southeast Asia with excellent food, temples, jungle day trips, and some of the most affordable urban living in the region. Unsettled also runs occasional Amazon and Sacred Valley itineraries for travellers seeking more remote natural environments.