Usually when travelers think of Colombia, their minds immediately race to international tourist hotspots like Cartagena and Medellin. Yet when we look to Colombia’s Caribbean coast, we find the lovely city of Santa Marta. Though it may not be Colombia’s most popular destination for international tourists, Santa Marta has a whole lot for discerning travelers…
These Are The Top 4 Destinations In Colombia For Solo Female Travelers
The buzz online today is that Colombia is ready to safely receive all kinds of visitors – especially solo female travelers. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. Travel articles high and low are praising Colombia and Medellín in particular for its ‘miraculous transformation’ from a violent war zone into a thriving creative and digital nomad hub.…
5 Reasons Why Travelers Are Still Flocking To Colombia Despite New U.S. Travel Advisory
Colombia is one of the leading tourist destinations in the Global South, attracting millions of short-term visitors, as well as digital nomads and other categories of expats every year, especially from the United States. Sadly, the country may be backsliding in terms of urban safety and losing some of the progress it’s made since peace…
Colombia Drops Vaccine Requirement For All International Travelers
After three years of imposing strict health controls at its outer borders in a bid to keep COVID variants from being imported, Colombia has dropped the vaccine requirement, allowing all international travelers to visit without disclosing their immunization status. Authorities have silently removed all vaccine and most pandemic-related mandates affecting tourists seeking entry into the…
Digital Nomads Can Stay In Colombia For Up To 6 Months Without A Visa
The world is opening up to long-term travelers now that the health crisis has led to a surge in remote work trends, but the tried-and-true Colombia remains one of the top destinations for digital nomads. Even without a pre-issued visa, they are permitted to stay in the country for up to 6 months, completely bureaucracy-free.…
Colombia Could Lose Popularity With Americans As Crimes Against Tourists Surge
Amid multiple reports of crime, including drug-facilitated assaults and murders, Colombia could lose its prestige as one of the go-to destinations in South America for U.S. travelers. This year, a record number of tourists has been affected, with as many as 25 losing their lives vacationing in the country following the violence surge. Home to…
Cartagena, Colombia: 10 Things Travelers Need to Know Before Visiting
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…
Colombia Now Allows Unvaccinated Tourists To Enter
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. Las recomendaciones para el ingreso de viajeros a Colombia son:…
Colombia and Malta Will Officially Remove Their Mask Mandates
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…
Colombia Continues To Grow In Popularity With American Travelers
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…
