Santa Marta is one of Colombia’s many tropical paradises, and knowing where to go will earn you an even more relaxing trip far from the tourist throngs.
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Turtle liberations in Tayrona
In Santa Marta and the Tayrona National Park, marine biologists are helping turtles reclaim their rightful place in our oceans.
Plan-cation: Don’t miss the boat
When traveling in Colombia, it’s best to heed the advice of locals so as to not get stranded.
The ‘Journey’ of John Lundin to Santa Marta
After spending more than a year with the Elders of the Sierra Nevada, author John Lundin is set to release a much anticipated work.
Santa Marta gets Tairona Gold Museum
After a six year overhaul of a heritage house, the Central Bank relaunches Santa Marta’s Tairona Gold Museum.
The guardian of Santa Marta
An outcropping of rock facing Santa Marta has protected this town for centuries. Now the protagonist of the new movie, El Faro.
What’s with the ‘cayeye’?
At the heart of ‘Bananalandia’ – Santa Marta – there’s more than meets the eye to the man shouting “Guineo verde!” on a megaphone.
Water and music: Living thought
Parisian singer turned Bogotá resident, Sarah Merchal of MARIAZÚ creates sound in the natural setting of the Sierra Nevada.
Minca: A remote paradise
Overlooking the tropical bays and waters of the Caribbean, Minca is a coveted outpost for foreigners.
Santa Marta welcomes nomads and gastronomes
While Santa Marta may be known for beach bars and hotel buffets, the restoration of the old city offers visitors more dining choices.
Taganga: Friendly ‘pirates’
Don’t be a trapped in Taganga. One of Colombia’s most picturesque towns is an exercise in finding trips to empty beaches.
The Lost City found then lost again
The Lost City of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is an awe-inspiring attraction, but what about the area’s native residents?
Alone in the forest
Fear of being alone in the Sierra Nevada didn’t stop Nick Bayly’s mission to research Veery finch migration.
A ‘Crazy Wind’ sweeps Santa Marta
As the founder of ‘Brisa Loca’ in Santa Marta, Ryan Dore chose the old city to offer travelers a more vibrant experience.