Caribbean

Tayrona Park closure highlights security risks on Colombia’s Caribbean coast

The Colombian government temporarily closed last week PNN Tayrona National Natural Park following threats against park staff and escalating violence between rival armed groups fighting for control of drug trafficking corridors along the Caribbean coast.…

THE CITY PAPER STAFF February 22, 2026

Coral Coves to Desert Shores: Colombia’s Most Unique Beaches

There are countless stretches of beach in Colombia to explore, each with their own beauty and natural charm. Here four options fora carefree destination.

JACQUELINE DE KLERK October 18, 2025

Eight Colombian towns nominated for UN’s Best Tourism Villages 2025

From the snow-capped Andes to the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean, Colombia has nominated eight remarkably diverse rural towns for UN Tourism’s Best Tourism…

THE CITY PAPER STAFF May 15, 2025

La Alta Guajira: un desierto hermosamente hostil

La Alta Guajira combina paisajes desérticos y cultura wayuú, ofreciendo turismo sostenible y comunitario. Su difícil acceso resalta la belleza natural, tradiciones ancestrales y desafíos…

MARíA CLAUDIA PEñA December 13, 2024

La Alta Guajira: Colombia’s most beautiful and hostile desert

La Alta Guajira, Colombia, offers breathtaking desert landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich Wayuú culture. Visitors can explore sacred sites like Jepira, enjoy sustainable tourism, and…

MARíA CLAUDIA PEñA December 11, 2024

Tourists urged to stay calm with shark sightings in San Andrés

A shark sighting near the shore of San Andrés's Spratt Bight beach sparks a marine conservation appeal from Coralina, urging calm and respect for the…

THE CITY PAPER STAFF January 9, 2024

Security concerns return for foreigners visiting Colombia’s Tayrona Park

Amidst the landscapes of Tayrona National Park in Colombia, security concerns resurface for foreigners exploring its paradisiacal yet troubled historical terrain.

GAIA NEIMAN December 15, 2023

Tourism to Colombia surges three years after COVID-19 outbreak

Colombia's tourism numbers have recovered three years after the first case of coronavirus was detected in the country. In January, 2023, almost half a million…

THE CITY PAPER STAFF March 8, 2023

A coming-of-age hike into Colombia’s Sierra Nevada

On a first trip to Colombia as an adult, Maya Salgado decided to do the five-day hike to the Sierra Nevada's Lost City, and archaeological…

MAYA SALGADO SWABEY November 28, 2022

Cartagena: Always “jump on that bus”

A chance encounter under the Caribbean heat of Cartagena sparked a 20-year international romance.

CATHERINE CUSHNAN November 11, 2022

Colombia’s beach escapes and popular destinations

With thousands of miles of coastline, Colombia boasts some of the world's most beautiful and pristine beaches.

THE CITY PAPER STAFF July 19, 2022

Muddy moments inside Cartagena’s Volcán el Totumo

Between Cartagena and Barranquilla, tourists flock to a 12-meter-high volcano to wallow in a mud bath of minerals.

RICHARD EMBLIN June 12, 2022