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A city and travel guide to Cartagena, Colombia featuring travel tips, articles on the city's history, and things to do.
2024-03-27 17:01
If you’re currently planning a trip to Cartagena, Colombia you might be asking yourself, “What’s the best way to get around?”
While I tended to stick to taxis when… Read More
2024-03-15 13:22
Are you planning a trip to Cartagena, Colombia and wondering what the best way to get around is?
I get asked this question all the time and see it come up a lot in Facebook travel groups… Read More
2024-03-09 13:19
Are you looking for a a Cartagena, Colombia all inclusive hotel or resort?
Does the idea of knowing your meals, and possibly drinks, are already prepaid at a Cartagena all inclusive hotel… Read More
2024-02-22 13:29
In November 2023, Colombia reinstituted a reciprocal entrance fee for Canadians entering Colombia as tourists.
Most Canadian citizens traveling to Colombia for tourism have to pay this en… Read More
2024-02-09 14:49
Are you planning a trip to Cartagena, Colombia, also known as Cartagena de Indias, Colombia?
Then, you’ve come to the right place!
I’ve put together all of my top tips for… Read More
2023-12-23 16:00
If you’re a beach lover planning a trip to Colombia, you’re in luck!
There are some terrific beaches in Colombia!
While the Pacific Coast is a bit lesser traveled and has s… Read More
2023-12-17 18:57
If you’re currently planning a trip in Colombia, surely you are considering including at least one of Medellín and Cartagena on your destination list.
They are the two most p… Read More
2023-12-08 09:35
If you’re planning a trip to Colombia, both Cartagena and Medellín are probably pretty firmly on your radar.
They are the two most popular destinations for international tra… Read More
2023-11-30 06:57
If you are currently planning a trip to Colombia, there’s a good chance your’e considering traveling from Medellín to Bogotá as part of your travels.
Medell&iacu&hell…Read More
2023-11-21 19:34
Are you planning a trip to Colombia and interested in traveling from Bogotá to Medellín?
Medellín is one of Colombia’s most popular destinations. It has near pe… Read More
2023-11-13 08:55
Are you exploring Colombia’s Caribbean coast?
If so, there’s a good chance you’ll be traveling from Santa Marta to Cartagena and/or vice versa. They are the two largest… Read More
2023-11-07 13:44
If you are currently planning a trip to Colombia, there’s a good chance you’re wondering how to get from Cartagena to Bogotá.
Cartagena is arguably Colombia’s pre… Read More
2023-11-01 09:07
If you’re currently planning a trip to Colombia, there’s a reasonable chance you might be considering flying into Bogotá. It’s Colombia’s capital and main hub… Read More
2023-09-24 22:37
Las Fiestas de noviembre de Cartagena de 2023 continuarán la tradición de celebrar la Independencia de Cartagena y seguramente serán las mejoras fiestas de Cartagena en… Read More
2023-09-22 16:08
Every November, Cartagena, Colombia celebrates its independence day in the city’s largest annual celebration and one of Colombia’s most fun festivals and carnivals.
The city d… Read More
2023-09-18 19:44
Airbnb in Cartagena, Colombia, much like the rest of the world, has become an increasingly popular choice for booking accommodations.
Renting a Cartagena Airbnb can work really well for a… Read More
2023-09-10 23:57
Something I’ve always felt goes underrepresented about Colombia is its large Afro-Colombian population, legacy of slavery, and, probably most importantly, the cultural contributions of… Read More
2023-09-01 17:29
San Basilio de Palenque is a small town in the interior of Colombia’s Caribbean region that has a unique cultural legacy of maintaining many African traditions, even boasting the only… Read More
2023-07-12 14:04
July 20th is celebrated today as Colombian Independence Day.
It’s a national holiday, and you’re likely to see Colombian Independence Day celebrations around the country and e… Read More
2023-07-03 23:52
Ughhh, the dreaded Check-Mig Colombia Immigration form….
Actually, the Colombia Check-Mig Form, sometimes called the Colombia Mig Form or the Migración Colombia Check In For… Read More
2023-06-21 22:56
Cartagena is well known as Colombia’s coastal Caribbean gem. The city has a charming colonial history, a vibrant nightlife, and an growing restaurant scene. Plus, it is located near lo… Read More
2023-05-11 16:30
Planning a trip to Cartagena, Colombia?
First, congratulations!
Cartagena is Colombia’s best known international destination with good reason. As you may have noticed, this websi… Read More
2023-05-04 01:01
Are you wondering how to get to Santa Marta from Cartagena or what is the best way to travel from Cartagena to Santa Marta?
Santa Marta is a popular addition to a trip to Cartagena or the… Read More
2023-02-09 21:58
One of the things I think I love most about Colombia and all the travel I’ve been fortunate enough to do here is the number of neat and diverse places and landscapes we’v been ab… Read More
2023-01-10 15:58
To do tours or not to do tours?
That’s a question I know I find myself asking a lot when visiting a new place.
On the one hand, I really like going at my own pace and feeling lik… Read More
2023-01-05 01:01
The Puente de Boyacá, was the site of the decisive battle for Colombian independence.
A force led by Simón Bolívar succeeded in defeating a Spanish army here that pav… Read More
2022-12-27 23:01
It’s well known Colombian like to have fun.
In fact, it is one of the countries with the most holidays in the world!
In addition to many national holidays, nearly every city and… Read More
2022-12-24 23:47
Colombia really is a place of diversity and contrasts.
From the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean, to the windswept rugged beaches of the Pacific, to the jungles of the Amazon, to the… Read More
2022-12-22 22:08
Travel Guide to Los Llanos, Yopal, and Casanare, Colombia
If you’re looking for one of the neatest and most unique places to visit in Colombia, not to mention the absolute best wild… Read More
2022-11-25 09:25
New Years in Colombia
Rather the last year has been good and you want to celebrate all you’ve accomplished or the last year is one you’re ready to move on from and look forwar… Read More
2022-11-16 18:01
Colombian Christmas Traditions
Ah, Christmas time!
Besides being a wonderful time of the year to enjoy time with family and/or travel while getting some much needed time off, it’… Read More
2022-10-12 15:13
Villa de Leyva is one of Colombia’s most charming small towns. Located not far from Bogotá, it’s an easy stop to include on a trip and absolutely worth the stop. Learn the… Read More
2022-10-06 08:07
Minca, a quaint little town in the mountains above Santa Marta, is one of the best eco-tourist destinations along Colombia’s Caribbean coast, or in all of Colombia for that matter. Be… Read More
2022-10-02 10:33
After two years of being limited, the Cartagena November Independence Festival will return in full force for 2022. See the full schedule of events for the Cartagena Independence festival her… Read More
2022-09-28 00:37
Para el 2022, las fiestas de independencia de Cartagena vuelvan con todo. Después de dos años sin fiestas completas, este año va a ver bando, desfiles, reinado, y todo… Read More
2022-09-20 12:06
Salento is a pretty town in the mountains of Colombia’s coffee growing region. Besides its small town charm, it’s also close to the gorgeous Cocora Valley, where you can see Colo… Read More
2022-09-14 08:12
Palomino is arguably the hippest small town on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Popular with backpackers, there are lots of hostels and cool beach bars. However, there are also a lot of nic… Read More
2022-09-07 11:11
As Colombia’s largest city, Bogotá is a common stopover to travel elsewhere in country. If you traveling through Bogotá for a layover or a short trip, staying at one of t… Read More
2022-09-01 15:11
Bogotá, Colombia’s sprawling capital offers a great blend of culture, restaurants, and things to do. Key to Bogotá, though, is staying in a nice place. Whether you’… Read More
2022-08-29 20:50
San Andrés makes for a terrific island getaway destination. There are a variety of places to stay in San Andrés. Learn about the nicest San Andrés hotels in this list of… Read More
2022-07-11 08:17
Las Islas del Rosario son imperdibles cuando estás en Cartagena. Si tienes el tiempo, quedando la noche en un Isla del Rosario hotel vale la pena totalmente. Aquí, te voy a com… Read More
2022-07-07 21:38
Cuando visites Cartagena, no te puedes perder las Islas del Rosario. Estas islas de coral son un tesoro del Caribe Colombiano. Aquí puedes conocer los 11 mejores tours a las Islas del… Read More
2022-06-26 17:31
Bogotá, Colombia’s sprawling capital city. Key to enjoying Bogotá is choosing a good and safe place to stay! Here, I’m going to go over some of the best areas to st… Read More
2022-05-06 13:00
The Laguna de Guatavita or Lake Guatavita is located not far from Bogotá. Once a sacred site for the indigenous peoples, gold discovered there helped launch the legend of El Dorado… Read More
2022-05-01 14:41
You can’t come to Cartagena and not enjoy at least a day in the Rosario Islands! Here I’ll run down the 11 best Rosario Islands day trips so you can be sure your day trip to the… Read More
2022-04-19 11:20
Cartagena has a lot of options for nice, luxury boutique style hotels, many in former colonial buildings. We spent a couple nights at the Casona del Colegio Cartagena, and really liked just… Read More
2022-04-06 18:20
Has querido visitar alguna vez un rio de colores? pues Colombia tiene uno. El Rio Caño Cristales en Colombia es uno de los lugares naturales más hermosos del país y es u… Read More
2022-04-03 15:00
Visiting the Rosario Islands is a must during a trip to Cartagena! Doing a boat day trip or a day pass at a hotel or beach club are great ways to enjoy them. However, it can be really specia… Read More
2022-03-28 01:28
San Agustín, Colombia is one of Colombia’s best lesser known gems. Located in Huila in southwest Colombia, it has a gorgeous surrounding landscape with lots of natural attracti… Read More
2022-03-24 18:30
Cholón es uno de los lugares más populares en Cartagena y está ubicado en una pequeña playa en una Isla cerca a Barú. Es más conocido como un lugar… Read More
2022-03-18 20:54
Located south of Bogotá in the department of Huila, the Desierto de la Tatacoa is one of Colombia’s most unique landscapes and natural attractions. A visit is well worth a stop… Read More
2022-03-18 08:08
Parte del atractivo de venir a Cartagena son sus hermosas playas caribeñas y de arena blanca. Las playas de la misma ciudad son buenas, pero no tan lindas como las que estoy segura… Read More
2022-03-14 06:42
Adam y yo decidimos pasar un par de noches en el Hotel estelar Playa Manzanillo para celebrar el comienzo de la temporada de vacaciones de mitad de año. Este hotel 5 estrellas est&aac&hell…Read More
2022-03-10 17:17
Planning a trip and want to make sure you enjoy the best nightlife in Cartagena? Here I’ll share some tips for enjoying the best Cartagena nightlife and some suggestions for the best… Read More
2022-03-08 23:25
Palomino, Colombia, en el departamento de La Guajira se ha convertido en un destino muy popular, por su ambiente tranquilo y sus atractivas playas. Esta es una buena parada en un viaje al Ca… Read More
2022-03-04 22:40
Wondering where to eat in Cartagena and which of the Cartagena best restaurants are most worth trying? Here I’ll share 50 of the best restaurants in Cartagena, Colombia, including op… Read More
2022-02-25 14:21
Fair or not, Colombia had a bad reputation for safety and crime in the past. People wondering about Cartagena safety ask me a lot, “Is Cartagena safe to visit?” My answer is ye… Read More
2022-02-17 08:51
Algunos de los principales atractivos de Cartagena son, sin duda, sus playas e islas cercanas. Si deseas aprovechar la playa al máximo, debes considerar hospedarse en uno de los hote… Read More
2022-02-13 16:27
Ever wanted to see a place that looks like it’s out of a Tolkien novel? Las Lajas Sanctuary outside of the town of Ipiales, Colombia looks like a real life Rivendell. It is probably… Read More
2022-01-16 10:46
The Cerros de Mavecure, located in the department of Guanía, Colombia are one of Colombia’s most unique natural wonders. They are also a great nature and adventure destination… Read More
2022-01-12 15:08
El Mar Rosado de Galerazamba está ubicado a 45 minutos al norte de Cartagena. Este es uno de los lugares más interesantes y únicos para ver. Muchos lo llaman el Mar Rosa… Read More
2022-01-06 17:06
Susana and I decided to have a little mini staycation to celebrate the start of summer recently and stayed several nights at the Hotel Estelar Playa Manzanillo All Inclusive resort, located… Read More
2022-01-02 01:09
Playa Blanca, al sur de Cartagena, en la isla de Barú, es una de las playas mas hermosas de Colombia. Es una linda playa de arena blanca y agua cristalina, la cual merece una visita… Read More
2021-12-31 11:11
Ever wanted to visit a Rainbow River? Colombia has one. The Caño Cristales River of Colombia is one of the country’s most amazing natural places and arguably its most unique… Read More
2021-12-27 20:08
There’s nothing quite like being able to enjoy the finer things while on vacation. What better way to do that than staying in one of the finest Cartagena hotels in luxury? If you wan… Read More
2021-12-23 02:34
Cartagena is most well known for its colonial era walled city, or perhaps for bathing in its beautiful Caribbean beaches. However, you can also take a mud bath in Cartagena at one of its m… Read More
2021-12-20 13:55
We fairly recently finally made it out to Blue Apple Beach Club for a day pass. A place we had been meaning to check our for a while, we weren’t disappointed. There’s a nice, u… Read More
2021-12-11 11:30
On December 6, Colombian President Ivan Duque announced all travelers entering Colombia will need to show proof of vaccination against Covid-19. Read on to learn about the new Colombia entr… Read More
2021-12-08 16:00
Al comienzo de diciembre, Colombia anunció que será obligatorio tener la vacuna contra Covid-19 para ingresar al país para los viajeros. Aquí explico la nueva re… Read More
2021-11-24 13:38
Located about 45 minutes north of Cartagena is one of the more interesting and unique places to see nearby, the Pink Sea of Cartagena. More properly referred to as the Pink Sea of the Sali… Read More
2021-11-18 10:15
Estás planeando un viaje y te gustaría saber qué hacer en Cartagena? Hay muchas cosas que visitar en Cartagena. Si quieres algunas recomendaciones sobre las mejores cos… Read More
2021-11-14 12:05
¡Si vas a Cartagena y no visitas sus hermosas playas, este habrá sido un viaje incompleto! Te preguntarás ¿cuáles con las mejores playas en Cartagena? y par… Read More
2021-11-10 09:44
In early November 2021, the Colombian government announced widespread Covid-19 vaccine requirements to enter many public places, including restaurants and bars. Details on logistics and ho… Read More
2021-11-09 16:24
Al comienzos de noviembre, el gobierno nacional y Presidente Ivan Duque anunciaron que la vacuna contra Covid-19 será obligatorio para entrar a muchos lugares públicos recreat… Read More
2021-10-25 03:36
On Colombia’s Caribbean coast, one of Cartagena’s main draws is unsurprisingly its beaches and nearby islands. If you want to take full advantage of the beach, why not consider… Read More
2021-10-10 02:03
El 11 de noviembre es el día de independencia de Cartagena y cada año la fiesta de la independencia de Cartagena, también conocida como las Fiestas Novembrinas, celebra… Read More
2021-10-04 20:03
Ubicada en el caribe occidental, la Isla de San Andrés es un hermoso paraíso caribeño con espectaculares playas y muchas actividades para hacer y disfrutar a pesar de s… Read More
2021-09-28 20:28
Each November is the celebration of the Independence of Cartagena. Also known as the Cartagena November Festivities or the Cartagena Carnival, the main events take place around the week of… Read More
2021-09-28 14:13
Every November, the city of Cartagena, Colombia holds a carnival in celebration of the city’s declaration of independence in November 1811. Normally featuring a parade, a beauty… Read More
2021-09-21 13:53
No hay nada como poder disfrutar de las mejores cosas durante las vacaciones y que mejor forma de hacerlo que eligiendo para tu estadía uno de los mejores de hoteles de lujo en Carta… Read More
2021-09-18 13:46
El encanto colonial y la hermosa arquitectura de Cartagena, son perfectos para hospedarse en un lindo hotel boutique. Si deseas disfrutar de una estadía realmente encantadora, contin… Read More
2021-09-09 14:22
Durante mucho tiempo, Cartagena ha sido uno de los destinos favoritos de los mochileros que viajan por Colombia y America Latina en busca de su encanto caribeño e histórico… Read More
2021-09-07 16:41
Algunos de los principales atractivos de Cartagena son, sin duda, sus playas e islas cercanas. Si deseas aprovechar la playa al máximo, debes considerar hospedarse en uno de los hote… Read More
2021-08-25 19:47
Minca es un pequeño pueblo en las montañas de la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Se ha convertido en un destino muy popular para tanto para turistas locales y extranjeros cerc… Read More
2021-08-17 17:53
Muchos países todavía requieren una prueba de Covid para viajar. Si estás en Cartagena, aquí puedes ver algunos de los lugares donde se puede hacer una prueba d… Read More
2021-07-16 20:28
It is more expensive than ever to get medical and dental care in the United States. Before the pandemic about 20,000 Americans a year came to Colombia for dental work and cosmetic surgery… Read More
2021-07-11 16:20
A visit to the Rosario Islands, rather spending a few nights or just going for the day, is all but obligatory during a trip to Cartagena. Eco Hotel Islabela makes for a terrific choice… Read More
2021-06-25 12:16
The Hotel Isla del Encanto in Cartagena (literally Enchanted Island in English) definitely lives up to its name. We spent a night at this 5 star quality eco-resort to treat ourselves and w… Read More
2021-06-22 19:51
Hotel Isla del Sol in Cartagena is a one of the eco-hotels and resorts located in the Rosario Islands about an hour off the coast. Isla del Sol Hotel offers both day passes as well as bunga… Read More
2021-06-18 18:34
Cartagena has long been a favorite for backpackers traveling through Colombia and Latin America looking for a slice of its Caribbean and historic charm. For those looking for backpacker hos… Read More
2021-06-13 23:30
Even as Colombia has suffered record infection and death numbers in early-mid 2021, it has been advancing its vaccination campaign. Unfortunately information, even in Spanish, can be unclea… Read More
2021-05-29 16:23
Cartagena’s colonial charm and beautiful architecture is perfect for staying in a pretty boutique hotel. If you want to enjoy a truly charming stay on your visit, read on to see this… Read More
2021-05-19 22:52
There’s nothing quite like being able to enjoy the finer things while on vacation. What better way to do that than choosing to stay in one of the finest Cartagena hotels in luxury. I… Read More
2021-05-11 22:48
On Colombia’s Caribbean coast, one of Cartagena’s main draws is unsurprisingly its beaches and nearby islands. If you want to take full advantage of the beach, why not consider… Read More
2021-05-07 23:01
Colombia has a ton of neat colonial towns to visit, each with their own quaint charms. One of the neatest is undoubtedly Villa de Leyva. Most well known for its cobblestoned plaza and colo… Read More
2021-05-03 16:53
Sabemos que las vacaciones significan explorar nuevos lugares, relajarnos y salir de la rutina por unos días, pero también significa comer bien y probar platos típicos o… Read More
2021-04-28 00:37
Con casos de Covid incrementando en Cartagena y el resto del país, restricciones más estrictas han sido declarados. Si estás planeando un viaje a Cartagena y quieres sa… Read More
2021-04-24 18:05
Located in the western Caribbean, the Island of San Andres is a paradisiacal Caribbean island with great beaches and a surprisingly lot to do for a tiny island. San Andres Isla is a great a… Read More
2021-04-20 02:19
With case counts back on the rise in Cartagena and the rest of Colombia, restrictions have been reimplemented. If you are planning a trip and curious about the current Covid restrictions in… Read More
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