Colombia must be careful not to get carried away by its international exposure. Unnecessary taxes could taint the tourism tiara.
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The Little Witch Line: Colombia’s Most Unlikely Railway Adventure
It’s not magic, but the motorized ‘brujita’ rail cars of San Cipriano are an exciting way to explore this Pacific town.
A weekend adventure in Honda, Tolima
Honda on the Magdalena River is an ideal destination for those who enjoy ranch life, negotiating bulls and afternoon cocktails.
Bogotá museums expand their food offerings
Cultural foods: Two restaurants in Bogotá turn tables in landmark spaces thanks to their take on Colombian cooking.
Kidnapped: backpacking in a “red zone”
Despite improved security in Colombia for travelers, many kidnappings are the still result of underestimating risks in rural areas.
Nuquí: Paradise for whales and tourists
It isn’t the easiest place to get to, but the spectacle of whale watching is a once in a lifetime experience.
Colombia and the growth of health tourism
With some of the best hospitals in Latin America, Colombia is witnessing steady growth with tourists looking for medical procedures.
Melgar and its bargain tourism offering
Melgar and Girardot thrive on low cost tourism. With high temperatures, the fun is staying cool by a pool.
Paradise found at Palomino, La Guajira
Palomino is becoming the hot new Caribbean destination, offering breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada.
Colombia: For #ThereExistsAPlace
A new “Magic Realism” ad campaign brands Colombia as an enchanted paradise, but what about daily reality?
Calle 11: The most cultural street in Bogotá
The corner of Calle 11 and Carrera 4 in downtown Bogotá form a cultural epicenter in the heart of Colombia’s capital.
The downside of the hotel boom
Bogotá hotels struggle with lower occupancy in the face of a room glut and the rise of an informal hospitality industry.
A walking tour of Bogotá’s La Macarena barrio
Bohemian cafes and gourmet restaurants, republican style and modern, La Macarena has something for everyone.
Providencia: Colombia’s unspoiled island in a sea of tranquility
Resisting temptations of oil and unchecked tourism, Providencia is one of Colombia’s most unspoiled destinations.
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.
Colombia’s National Museum shares our “patrimony for all humanity”
The National Museum launches an exhibition of Colombia’s cultural patrimony, both natural and man-made, recognized by UNESCO.