Travel

Heading to Villa de Leyva? Catch an ancient music festival and an endurance BMX race by Andes Epic.

Don't let beaches, palm trees and turquoise water mislead. The island of Providencia basks in a pirate past.

Colombia's Amazon captivates with its unchartered waterways, nationals and opportunity to observe species in the wild.

Here The City Paper's guide to sand, bays and those secluded coves in the not so remote ecosystem of Parque Tayrona.

Why not plan ahead for three global destinations in 2014? The City Paper presents Malta, Bahia and Nova Scotia.

Why not take advantage of a day trip from Bogotá to explore Cundinamarca's spiritual heartland?

A former prison colony in Colombia's Pacific waters is now a nature reserve for deep water scuba diving.

The city of the 2015 Pan American Games is a vibrant metropolis that opens its doors and heart to the world.

A city that inspired a novel is kept alive through the voices of its peoples and imposing literary landmarks.

Overlooking the tropical bays and waters of the Caribbean, Minca is a coveted outpost for foreigners.

Get swept off your feet paragliding in the high Andean wind and an easy escape from the Bogotá rush.

Hemmed-in by orchards and olive groves, the colonial enclave of Villa de Leyva remains one of Colombia's must see destinations.

It isn’t the easiest place to get to, but the spectacle of whale watching is a once in a lifetime experience.

For some the ultimate challenge, for others, a night-mare with paddles. The Río Suárez in Santander is all about extreme adrenaline.

As a South African writer, Jacqueline De Klerk, looks at stereotypes of her native country and finds similarities with Colombia.

Melgar and Girardot thrive on low cost tourism. With high temperatures, the fun is staying cool by a pool.