CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN MEDELLÍN Tradition has always been an important aspect of Colombian culture, and this is particularly emphasized around the Christmas season. Christmas in Colombia officially kicks off on December 7th with Día de Velitas, or Little Candles Day. It is a magical time to stroll through residential streets, as many houses will line […]
CHRISTMAS IN THE COFFEE REGION We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com Christmas in Colombia is a special time of year. Few countries celebrate the Christmas season with as much enthusiasm as they do in Colombia. For the month of December, the entire country is alive with vibrant celebrations that include festivals, dancing, family […]
HIKING TRAILS IN AND NEAR BOGOTÁ We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com Having a huge forest reserve right on the edge of the city of Bogotá makes for some excellent hill walking. HERE IS A GUIDE TO HIKING BOGOTÁ MOUNTAIN TRAILS: LOS CERROS ORIENTALES Los Cerros Orientales is a 14,000 square kilometre/5,405 square […]
HIKING COFFEE REGION If you visit only one area of Colombia, make it the Coffee Region/Eje Cafetero. Not only is it the source of the best coffee in the world, but it is also a magnificent representation of the country’s varied geography, its immense biodiversity, and its farming culture. Colombia’s Eje Cafetero is located in […]
HIKING COCORA VALLEY Map of Cocora Valley The Eje Cafetero/Coffee Region may just be Colombia’s quintessential travel experience. For a country with glorious Caribbean beaches, towering Andean peaks, and deep Amazon rainforest, that is a serious statement. Nestled among the fertile valleys of Colombia’s Cordillera Central, the region is a nature lover’s dream come true. […]
DAY HIKES – MINCA We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com Minca is a return to nature, far away from the hustle and bustle of Cartagena and Barranquilla. Set deep in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains is Minca, where lush, green jungle tumbles down to the Caribbean beyond. This small pueblo is […]
DAY HIKES CLOSE TO BOGOTÁ “If Earth’s biodiversity were a country, it could be called Colombia.” Bogotá, Colombia’s capital city, is a sprawling metropolis that millions of people call home. Situated on a high plateau in the Altiplano Cundiboyacense region of the Andes mountain range, the average altitude is an eyewatering 2,600 metres/8,530 feet. Bogotá […]
BEST DAY HIKES IN AND AROUND MEDELLÍN Sitting high in the Aburrá valley in the midst of the Andes, Medellín has an allure that, in recent years especially, attracts travellers in droves. For some time, the mere mention of its name brought memories of cartel inflicted terror but today, the vibe is serene and friendly. […]
CARTAGENA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com Cartagena is Colombia’s most romantic city and the jewel in its coastal crown, a walled city with a long history that is flooded in orange every evening as the sun sets across the Caribbean. Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Cartagena de […]
CARTAGENA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com LIGHTS, CAMERA, CARTAGENA! Every March, step into Latin America’s most dazzling film festival as Cartagena’s cobblestone streets transform into a red carpet of cinematic dreams. As summer fades across the northern hemisphere, Cartagena de Indias and its internationally recognized festivals are one of […]
BOTANICAL GARDEN – BOGOTÁ We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com Thanks to its tremendously wide-ranging topography and its proximity to the equator, Colombia is host to many different climates, and these are reflected in the different sections of the Botanical Garden in Bogotá. These demonstrate the vast variety and diversity of flora that […]
MAJOR RIVERS OF COLOMBIA We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com Colombia is a mega-diverse country in culture, ecosystems, and biodiversity, and all are supported by an extremely rich network of rivers and watersheds. Several powerful river basins cut through and delineate the borders of the country. The headwaters for hundreds of rivers are […]
PUEBLOS ALONG THE MAJESTIC MAGDALENA RIVER We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com The majestic Magdalena River is one of Colombia’s most magnificent treasures, a link between cities and pueblos, a wildlife haven, and a vital player in the rich history of the country. The Magdalena River originates in the high plains of the […]
ARTISANS OF COLOMBIA Colombia has many very talented artisans from different communities across the land. They preserve the diverse ancestral craft cultures and techniques of long ago for generations to come. As many of these workers are based in remote, rural communities, it is often difficult for their incredible craftwork to reach wider communities. As […]
LOST CITY – COLOMBIA We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com For many travellers, Colombia offers a healthy dose of the unknown, and it does not get more mysterious than the country’s famed archaeological site, La Ciudad Perdida, which translates as the Lost City. The warm waters of the Caribbean Sea wash up on […]
NOCTURNAL TOUR OF COMUNA 13 (NOCHE EN LA 13) We work with and recommend booking flights with www.kiwi.com Experience the pulse of transformation on our fascinating Nocturnal Tour of Comuna 13 in Medellín, where the past meets the present in a vivid explosion of art, culture, and resilience. Once overshadowed by violence, this hillside neighbourhood has […]
BATIS FOUNDATION Batis is a call to action for those who want to be part of the change towards a sustainable and balanced environment. Established in 2016 and based in Puerto Colombia, Atlántico, Colombia, it is a non-profit research centre and multi-faceted organization with a strong focus on environmental sustainability and community engagement. The foundation […]
HOW TO CHARTER A PRIVATE JET Famous bankers, pop and sports stars are those who probably spring to mind for owning their own personal private jet. To an extent, this is true. The convenience, comfort and privacy make flying private perfect for these demographics. However, in the last few years, especially following the pandemic, this […]
COLOMBIAN HANDICRAFTS PART TWO Colombia is a melting pot of creativity where craftsmanship is not just a skill, but a form of local identity. Colombia’s diverse craft traditions and highly skilled artisans offer a fascinating window into the country’s cultural history. A technique will develop in one pueblo and take over an entire community, while […]
COLOMBIAN HANDCRAFTS – PART ONE Colombia is an amazingly beautiful country in South America, which has a rich and diverse culture. Steeped in this culture is the vibrant arts and crafts scene for which Colombia is renowned. Colombia’s diverse craft traditions and highly skilled artisans offer a fascinating window into the country’s cultural history. With […]
Colombia – Everything your need to Know