Get lost in Old Town, sample streetside empanadas in Getsemani, and dance cumbia til dawn before heading off on a boat tour to explore the bay and nearby islands…these are just some of the adventures to be had in Cartagena, Colombia. A gorgeous and historic coastal city along Colombia’s Caribbean coast, in Cartagena you’ll be …
After a relatively quiet start of summer, Covid is making headlines again as a number of countries report rising infection trends and start reintroducing curbs they had once abandoned. As expected, the CDC is keeping a watchful eye on it, and has not hesitated to issue its infamous travel health notices. This week, 5 more …
Local authorities want to promote La Guajira as an attractive tourism destination and allow international cruises to disembark The Colombian government and the local private industry are planning on getting more involved in the international cruise industry this year, and taking advantage of the increasing interest from tourists in the region. Local authorities have announced …
Unvaccinated visitors are now able to enter Colombia for tourism purposes with proof of a negative Covid-19 test result, as of May 1, 2022. The nation had previously banned entry – in November 2021 – for individuals that had not received their vaccination against Covid-19. What Were Colombia’s Previous Entry Requirements? There is no doubt …
Colombia and Malta are set to officially remove their indoor mask mandates in just a few days. The two countries look set to be the latest destinations around the world to remove their indoor mask mandates, joining the likes of Spain and Portugal who also eased their mask policies last week. The move will undoubtedly …
Medellin, Colombia has become a massively popular destination for tourists, digital nomads, and backpackers alike, with its tourism popularity growing 41 percent over its pre-pandemic numbers. It’s easy to see why, Medellin is home to natural beauty, trendy bars, and a welcoming population. The country of Colombia has been plagued by the reputation of Pablo …
During Easter, the Latin American country will hit a new record for international travelers after the pandemic started Now with simplified entry rules, like test-free entry for vaccinated toursits, more travelers are ready to explore exotic destinations and places with rich cultures, beautiful beaches, and fascinating jungles like Colombia. The number of international travelers visiting …
As Medellin, Colombia continues to grow in popularity with tourists, so does the disparity between the rich and poor. Instead of being a tourist, I wanted to travel with purpose and give back to this beautiful city so many people love. I spent over 2 months volunteering, living like a local and getting to know …
As the current Omicron wave wanes, a number of countries in the Americas have been relaxing once strict entry regimes that kept most visitors out throughout the pandemic. The trend has been particularly prominent in South America, in which a majority of countries have remained receptive to international tourists, even after the likes of Europe …
Avianca, an airline that has been the flag carrier of Colombia since 1919, is slowly expanding its network, and at least regaining some of its old routes that were lost since the beginning of the pandemic and through some Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring. Historically, Bogota was the primary entry point into Colombia, but passengers will …
For travelers looking to visit a destination without any restrictions this winter, you can cross Colombia off of that list. As of December 14, 2021, all arrivals to Colombia must show proof of full vaccination. If a foreign tourist is only partially vaccinated, or 14 days have not yet passed since the final dose, they …
Colombia has decided it will introduce a mandatory vaccination passport for public places and to attend large-scale events. After November 16, the government may require travelers and citizens to have the vaccination card for face-to-face events, bars, cinemas, churches, amusement parks, and discos. Colombia’s President, Iván Duque, stated, “a decree will be signed where we …