Despite international pledges to help fund its many post-conflict programs, Colombia’s new economic reality means that paying for peace will not be easy.
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Five excursions from Bogotá
Here are five easy escapes, close to the capital, and that don’t require too much planning.
Bogotá plans to build a world-class sporting and concert venue
“Bogotá will have world-class site dedicated to sports and all kinds of shows,” says Mayor Peñalosa.
All eyes on Colombia in Rio Olympics
As the Rio 2016 Games begin, Colombia has the chance to bring home the gold in several disciplines.
Colombians can now skip lines at U.S. airports with Global Entry
Colombians can now save travel time by applying for pre-approved security clearance at U.S. airports.
El Abrazo de la Serpiente named best Latin American film at Platino Awards
Ciro Guerra’s tale from the Colombian Amazon wins yet another major international award.
Agreement reached with Colombia’s truckers to end bitter 45-day strike
After 45 days, the Colombian government reached a deal with the country’s transporters to guarantee the flow of food and goods, as well as modernize cargo trucks.
Zika bites Colombian tourism
The threats from Zika are undeniably scary, but ignorance to the actual risks is scaring some into steering clear of Colombia.
125-year-old organ returns to Bogotá’s Cathedral after monumental restoration
A 125-year organ returned home to the Primatial Cathedral of Bogotá after a restoration that took three years and cost 2.5 billion pesos.
Colombia approves first medicinal cannabis license
Colombia’s Ministry of Health granted a Canadian pharmaceutical company the first license to grow marijuana for medicinal purposes.
As Team Colombia faces USA in final match of Copa America, what went wrong Wednesday?
Team Colombia faces its final match in the Copa America Centenario Saturday against the USA. What failed Wednesday to dash hopes for a final against Argentina?
Colombia past Peru into the Copa America semifinals
Colombia wasn’t good — but David Ospina was great. And that was enough to get by Peru and advance to the semifinals.
Star lineup to rock Bogotá at first Lollapalooza Colombia
International and local bands will take to the stage in the first-ever Lollapalooza music festival to be held in Bogotá.
Salento: The gorgeous heart of coffee country
Visiting Salento and the Cocora Valley is a must when in Colombia. Here some tips on how to enjoy your travels through the heart of Colombia’s coffee region.
Universidad de Los Andes named Colombia’s best university
The “QS World University Rankings” evaluated 800 schools across the world in its 2016 edition — including 300 in Latin America and 41 in Colombia. Los Andes clinched the top spot.
Colombia looks to secure its energy future
Despite energy saving measures during the recent El Niño drought, the Colombian government must secure and expand the nation’s electrical grid before the next crisis hits.