Category: Colombia Destinations

Versión en castellano :https://seecolombia.travel/blog/2013/11/cronicas-de-la-guajira-fantasmas-tesoros-escondidos-y-un-pajaro-loco-conoce-a-don-jorge-solano-encargado-de-la-cueva/ –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <– They say it’s about the journey and  not the destination … but we all are really eager to finally get to the promised cave. Although the scenery is great and it really feels as though we are about to  live some kind of Indiana Jonish adventure, […]

Just like that more infamous triangle around Bermuda, it’s easy to get lost in the charms of Colombia’s Coffee Triangle. In particular, the environs around the little town of Salento are so beautiful, one could easily spend weeks there just basking in their glory. This is something Colombians have known for a good while, as […]

If you’re a frequent reader of the Colombia Travel Blog, you’ll know that Colombia is a country full of surprises; full of the weird, the wonderful, a whole lot of beauty and, at times, the downright bizarre. One of the biggest surprises for most people, of course, is how safe they feel when they arrive. […]

During my Colombia travels I met a lot of people who all raved about San Gil.  Known as the ‘Adventure Sports Capital’ of Colombia, the town offers travellers a variety of options from rafting to bungee-jumping, as well as boasting a cute little plaza and cathedral, and a beautiful park alongside the Rio Fonte.  From […]

San Andres, Providencia are two beautiful islands in the Caribbean coast that have captivated travelers for years. Boasting stunning beaches, incredible diving opportunities and a unique culture, it’s as close to a paradise destination as you can get. –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <– The islands are, however, a source of controversy. Geography buffs will know […]

One of the things I like the most about living and traveling in Colombia is the authenticity of many of its destinations. In any other neighboring country, I have no doubt that the charming Jardin  (literally: Garden) would be a tourist trap, but being in Colombia – and only 134 km from Medellin – people […]

I love Bogotá, I love the energy, the buzz in the air, I love the hipsters in Chapinero and the small tiendas, I love sitting in a café and people watching, I love the public displays of affection, the longboarders riding down the street, the runners on the ciclovia, the business men in suits licking […]

Mi Casa Hotel es Tu Casa Hotel. –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <– You’ve bought your tickets, packed your bags, boarded the plane for your long haul flight, arrived in your holiday destination and now you feel absolutely exhausted. The traffic from the airport is manic, you just want to get to your hotel and relax. […]

A series of photos Sarah took on her recent travels to Cali. –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <–     Sarah

If you want to go on a nice relaxing horse ride through the mountains surrounding Bogotá, it’s probably best if you don’t invite me to come along. –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <– I am not terribly comfortable on a horse, and I am the first to admit it. I tried my best to remain calm, […]