As of May 1, Canadians no longer have to pay upon arrival in Colombia. The decision to lift the tourism fee will attract more visitors and boost commercial ties between both countries.
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Walking Bogotá’s Avenida Chile: Banks, booklets and brunches
The Calle 72 is the “Wall Street of Bogota?” but universities, book merchants and a vibrant gastro zone have flourished in this former suburb.
Cartagena wins 2019 Expert’s Choice Award for Best of South America
Historical sites, great gastronomy and gateway to exploring Colombia were reasons for Cartagena winning the 2019 Expert’s Choice Awards by TripExpert.
Your Holy Week in Colombia unveiled
For some travelers, Semana Santa is all about the sacred. For others, a week’s break for waves, sunshine and adventure tourism.
Capurganá: Tourism at the edge of the Darien Gap
A trip to Capurganá offers visitors a chance to enjoy the intense nature of the Darien Gap, while enjoying a Caribbean hideaway.
Canadians welcome to visit Colombia with “Reciprocity Fee” reversal
After four years of charging Canadians a “Reciprocity Fee” upon arrival in Colombia, the government of Iván Duque reversed the decision, starting May 1, 2019.
Colombia presents new travel campaign #YOVOY at Anato trade fair
The most important travel fair in Colombia opened Wednesday with the presentation of the government’s new campaign to incentivize travel by Colombians in their country.
TransMiCable: Bogotá’s commuter lifeline is a high-flying attraction
The high flying gondolas of TransMiCable are a great way to reconnect with the city far and beyond the historical landmarks.
Biodiversity and conservation the focus of Colombia BirdFair 2019
Excursions to tropical habitats along Colombia’s Pacific coast are just some activities for birders attending ColombiaBirdFair 2019 in Cali this week.
Crocodile catches vacationers in Tayrona National Park by surprise
Vacationers on Cañaveral beach in PNN Tayrona came into contact with a large crocodile as it headed from mangrove to seashore.
International Music Festival of Cartagena defies gravity with stellar concerts
Stellar performances Thursday during the International Music Festival of Cartagena show why this yearly event is a must for music lovers.
Bogotá’s Los Héroes to be moved in 2019 with city’s first metro line
The iconic monument to the Heroes of Independence has to find a new home with construction of the Bogota? Metro. Bolívar’s future remains uncertain.
Your all-terrain, last-minute Colombian vacation
if you are at a loss for a last minute vacation, hit the road to some of these breathtaking destinations.
Kingdom on a stage: UK Guest Nation of Honour in 2019 at Teatro Mayor
The Teatro Mayor Julio Mario Santo Domingo has invited the United Kingdom to the Guest Nation of Honour for its 2019 cultural programme.
Christmas in Bogotá: Closer to the stars, lights and acrobatic action.
A multi-media performance by Italy’s Studio Festi is the big event of Bogotá’s Christmas season and one that puts the stars within reach.
Aviario Nacional: A sanctuary that lets trafficked birds fly again
A bird sanctuary on the Baru? peninsula in northern Colombia has become an important tourist attraction for its conservation efforts.