Opinion

Selling Colombia's tourism potential to Colombians.

A splash on the world’s stage?

After more than 30 years of being divorced from the international tourism industry, Colombia needs to first convince Colombians of the potential.

Picture of Gabriel García Márquez during an event at the Casa de Poesia Silva.

Editorial: A burst of light

Although I should be writing about politics weeks before a run-off, it seems everyone has a story to tell with 'Gabo.' This is mine.

Photo by Jairo Galvis Henao of yajé in Colombia.

Respecting an ancient ritual

Before engaging in an ayahuasca ceremony it is important to really know the shaman and respect an ancient ritual which dates back to pre-Columbian days.

New Age wisdom adapted to the Putumayo.

Essay. A yajé, new age trip

Author Jimmy Weiskopf narrates a journey to the Sibundoy valley with friends tripping out on New Age' wisdom.

Refugees in a camp in Turkey

The price of inaction

As conflicts continue around the globe, Samantha Nutt argues that the term “never again” must be backed by meaningful action.

U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Andy Dunaway

Iraq: A different kind of legacy

Over a decade after the U.S invasion, Iraq is still experiencing sectarian violence and political instability on a daily basis.

Maidan Square by Marina Shakleina.

My time in the Ukraine

Richard McColl reflects on time spent in the Ukraine and how Europe's position is becoming critical with the crisis.

In a temple in Mangalore, India.

Editorial: ‘Auspicious’

After six years as the only English language newspaper in Colombia we celebrate this milestone.

Illustration by Adriana Komura for Linda Mason's opinion piece.

Conversation to friendship

Listening, more than talking, can often help build healthy and stronger relationships. From conversation to friendship.




Opinion: Bye, Bye Petro

The legal recourses of Bogotá's Mayor Petro are running out and Bogotanos may soon have to vote.

A meeting in Mompós

Colombians have been let in on the secret that is Mompós. More visible and accessible, Richard McColl writes of his colonial muse.

Opinion: Life happens

Life happens. If you fall down, get back up. And make sure to schedule some happiness into your day.