Starting its second consecutive year as Guest Nation of Honor at Teatro Mayor, Spain officially launches its 2023 program on Thursday, 26 January, with the National Dance Company’s interpretation of “Giselle.”
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The traditional flavors of the Colombian coast as represented by the kitchen of María Josefina Yancés and first venue outside Cartagena for La Cocina de Pepina.
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Bogotá puts cycling at heart of tourism promotion
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US cuts visa wait times down to 2 months for Colombians
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Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor rolls out stellar 2023 program
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Anti-government protests planned across Colombia for Saturday
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El Portico: A half century of Colombian countryside dining
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