Colombia is a land of vibrant cities, lush jungles, and stunning beaches. From the salsa-filled streets of Medellín to the coffee farms of the Zona Cafetera, this country has something for every traveler.
Whether you’re backpacking on a budget or looking for luxury, our Colombia Travel category has everything you need to plan an unforgettable trip!
Colombia is one of South America’s most diverse countries, offering:
Caribbean beaches (Tayrona, San Andrés)
Stunning mountains (Cocora Valley, Tatacoa Desert, Piedra del Peñol)
World-famous coffee (Zona Cafetera)
Legendary nightlife (Cali’s salsa, Medellín’s clubs)
Cartagena is a city located in the north of the Colombian Caribbean, its fame is due to its superb Spanish colonial architecture, its abundant gastronomic and hotel offer its beaches and islands of beautiful landscapes and its fascinating local culture. I got to Cartagena by plane. Soon after the arrival, you can feel that Caribbean […]
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Are you an adventure-seeking digital nomad? Do you wish to travel and work together while enjoying a dynamic, diverse country? If so, the Colombian Digital Nomad Visa can be just what you need. Remote employees who wish to reside and work in Colombia for an extended period should apply for this visa. With a digital […]
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The rock of Guatapé As you drive to the entrance of the gargantuan rock face the first sign that greets you states boldly – The Best View in the World. Since I’ve been to many high vista points, some beyond spectacular, this to me was a challenge. To state something that is the ‘best in […]
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Beer is one of my favorite pastimes when I travel to different countries. And in fact, in Colombia hot days especially, there’s nothing hits the spot quite like a cold beer. Normally, when I’m back in my hometown, Guatemala, I don’t drink beer too much. Yet, when I’m in a new place, whether in Costa […]
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A huge prerequisite for me when visiting any part of the world is to always taste the local food and drink. Every single country has something that is extra special for either the country, city, or town that you visit, and in Colombia, a tropical South America country, there are so many that I had […]
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Having lived in several cities where people rely on metros, subways, and Underground tubes (whatever it’s called in each area) for work, going out, and life – it came as a big surprise for me to learn that in Medellin there is an actual Metro Culture. I wanted to get on board with that. Since […]
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What is yummy, filling, and crazy affordable? Corrientazo – or another, the Lunch Hour meal, in Medellin. During my awesome private tour with Travel-Medellin, Arthur and Eliana recommended we try something that is a true local special. The corrientazo Colombiano is what workers normally eat for lunch. To say the least, its a huge dish […]
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Now that we know all about the metro system and culture of Medellin, Arthur and Eliana – my private guides from Medellin-Travel Tour Operator, took me to see the actual progress of the higher communities, the poor areas known as comunas (who were most benefited by the metro cable). The Cable car goes in two […]
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During my private Medellin City Tour, Botero Plaza was at the top of the list of places for us to visit. Botero has had a huge influence on the world, but the fact that he was born in Medellín, Colombia makes it an extra special place for him. Fun Facts about Fernando Botero and Plaza […]
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Before visiting any country, city, or village, I love to soak myself up in all the different facts about the place. This way, when I arrive, I have some idea of what to look for and the triggers to anchor me more in the experience of the place. Medellin Colombia is a city that has […]
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Guatape Village is called the ‘Little Switzerland’ of Colombia. And rightfully so. This tiny village is located about two hours outside Medellin and is the perfect day trip experience. You can come here on your own by taking a bus, or a private driver (what I did) or do it as a tour. Since I […]
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One of my favorite things to seek out and try while visiting any country is the street vendors selling food. Medellin, Colombia is no different. Here are a few unique finds I stumbled upon. Since Colombia is the land of Coffee, it’s no surprise that they have vendors everywhere selling delicious coffee for less than […]
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One of the top day trips to take from Medellin is to visit Guatepe Village. Guatepe is called the Switzerland of Colombia and definitely worth a visit. Guatape Tour It’s colorful, quaint and totally walkable. Every street has a story drawn into it about the history of the village. The Malecon is one of my favorite […]
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What are Comunas? Comunas can be compared to the Favelas of Brazil. They are the ghettos, projects and forgotten areas of cities. Every city has them. But it is how the city manages to deal with them is what makes all the difference. I am in no position to say what Medellin is doing to […]
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Researching a place can you only give you so much dimensional input. After reading tons of facts about Medellin it was time to actually get my feet wet. Quick info on my Medellin trip: 1. This is the first time I am doing a solo trip in almost 15 years. Not that I’m less courageous […]
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One of the most fun things to do when traveling in different countries is to take a ride either on their public transportation system or unique taxi like cars to take you on shorter distances. Chivas Medellin, Colombia Of course I did the metro in Medellin, but that’s not the only way to get around. […]
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Living in Central America I have quickly discovered that Micheladas are my favorite drinks. They beat out mojitos, margaritas, daiquiris and tons of other drinks made in these regions. So when strolling along the Boardwalk (Malecon) of Guatape, Colombia, I knew I was in for a super delicious treat at the stand that calls itself […]
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OMG, the one thing Colombians and I definitely have in common is our sweet tooth. Walking along the Malecon (boardwalk) during my trip to Guatape, Colombia all I saw were food stands selling deliciously unique sweets. There were way too many to chose from, so I had to pick wisely. Usually, aside from the actual […]
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While visiting Guatape, Colombia I noticed that most of the restaurants really pushed and promoted Sancocho de Gallina Valluno. After plenty of walks around the Malecon and in the Central Plaza, I decided I had to have me some of this Traditional Colombian Food. It is said that the sancocho originally came from the people […]
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Getting ready to book your next vacation? Before choosing a hotel, consider Bogota short term apartment rentals, which will give you more freedom, privacy, and more amenities than a standard hotel room. What’s more, it will often be a less expensive alternative. Read on to find out more about vacation rentals.The many benefits of considering […]
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