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 […]
Category: Colombian Culture
We’d like to welcome on board the guys at 2sporks1cup, who travelled to Colombia this year. This Aussie and Colombian couple kept their blog diligently updated through their travels and continue to update now they’re back in the land of Oz. We’ll be re-posting some of our top picks in the coming months to give […]
If you’re from Stateside or Canada and spending Thanksgiving in a foreign country it can be a difficult thing. Thanksgiving is a time for family, and all-out American and Canadian traditions. –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <– Thanksgiving in Colombia isn’t really celebrated, despite occasional advertisement in Carulla, but don’t worry if you want to celebrate […]
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. […]
Nov 19
Colombia Retains Ownership of San Andres, Providencia and the Cays; Nicaragua Gets More Water
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 […]
–> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <– Falcao is one of the best footballers in the world right now. He’s up for the Ballon D’Or, he’s constantly linked with moves to some of the biggest clubs in the world and, moreover, he’s overseeing Colombia’s incredibely promising efforts to qualify for the World Cup in Brazil 2014. But […]
Colombia’s main contribution to the art world has undoubtedly been the paintings and sculptures of Medellín born Fernando Botero. Botero is a popular figure in modern art and, owing to his distinct style, he boasts critical acclaim worldwide as well as recognition and appreciation from those with little interest in art. –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) […]
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 […]
Nov 07
5 Questions for Toya Viudes from Colombia de Una, the Most Read Spanish-Language Blog about Colombia on the Web.
Para la version en castellano de este post, haz click aqui. She says that she’s not a blogger but her Colombia travel blog (Colombia de una) is the most read about the subject in Spanish. She says she’s not a blogger but her posts are shared, congratulated, liked (join in the fun and give her a “Like” […]
Bogotá, October. –> Colombia Dolar (TRM) <– It’s almost Halloween in Colombia. Winter has officially started. Thick clouds linger stubbornly around the city’s mountains. Rain intermittently keeps pedestrians locked indoors. The life of the city seems to be slowly sucked out of it. The breeze in the city seems that little bit stronger. As it […]