When is the best time to visit Colombia?
4 min read • Jan 10, 2023
The climate varies across the country, but there's always a good time to be had in Colombia. Here’s the best time to visit.
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Colombia
- 13 of the best places in Colombia to soak up salsa, sunshine and more
8 min read • Jan 7, 2023
From tropical beaches to kinetic cities and pristine jungle, Colombia packs a punch. Plan your trip with these 13 unmissable places to visit.
- 4 days to discover Colombia’s national parks
10 min read • Nov 15, 2022
Colombia’s 59 protected natural areas are a must for nature lovers. Ocean Malandra shows you how to see two parks in four days.
- 5 of the best road trips in Colombia
8 min read • Sep 28, 2022
From towering Andean peaks to the soft sands of the Caribbean here are the best road trips across Colombia.
- Colombia's 9 best national parks
8 min read • Sep 24, 2022
If you want to climb an active volcano, visit archeological sites, go scuba diving or much more, Colombia’s extraordinary national parks beckon.
- Checking In: Sofitel Barú Calablanca Beach Resort in Cartagena, Colombia
4 min read • Sep 15, 2022
A look at the new Sofitel Barú Calablanca: Cartagena's first luxury beachfront resort, focused on relaxation.
- Return to nature in the magical hills of the Sierra Nevada, Colombia
5 min read • Aug 8, 2022
Time moves slowly here, but there’s plenty to do, from tubing down the Rio Palomino to hiking with local indigenous tribes
- Everything you need to know before visiting Colombia, a country you might never want to leave
9 min read • May 14, 2022
Read these tips about transportation, etiquette, health, safe and more in Colombia before you plan your visit to this unforgettable South American country.
- Getting around Colombia is an experience in itself
9 min read • Apr 30, 2022
With a backbone formed by the Andes Mountains and vast swathes of forest, Colombia can be a complicated place to explore. Here's a guide to getting around.
- Colombia's best beaches are a slice of South American perfection
10 min read • Mar 29, 2022
Whether you’re drawn to Colombia by the culture, hiking, wildlife or cities, you’ll want to linger to enjoy the beaches. Here's our pick of the best.
- Do I need a visa to travel to Colombia?
5 min read • Mar 24, 2022
Famed for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and jaw-dropping national parks and beaches, Colombia is easy to visit, Here's what you need to know about visas.
- The best hikes in Colombia for out-of-this-world adventures
11 min read • Mar 14, 2022
Hit the trails to find enchanting archeological sites, rare endemic wildlife and dizzying high-altitude scenery on these best hikes in Colombia.
- Where the river runs red: a family adventure to the heart of former FARC territory
8 min read • Mar 25, 2020
It’s a place of legends and liquid rainbows, but until 10 years ago the brilliantly hued river known as Caño Cristales was located deep in FARC territory.
- Why Colombia is your next destination for adventure
6 min read • Jan 23, 2020
Hosting terrain as untamed as the country’s one-time reputation, Colombia’s emergence from the travel wilderness means vast areas await exploration.
- How these Colombian Christmas traditions bring family together
8 min read • Nov 19, 2019
Colombia comes alive with bright Christmas traditions in this first person account of a family experiencing festivals, markets, street food, and more in…
- 5 places to try real Colombian coffee
4 min read • Aug 5, 2019
Few morning routines are complete without a vitalizing cup of coffee. If you’re a fan of mild, well-balanced beans, there’s a good chance the cup you’re…
- A regional road map to Colombia's food culture
6 min read • May 23, 2019
From Caribbean flavors and fresh seafood in the north to the hearty dishes of Antioquia, exploring the world of Colombian food is its own form of travel…
- The Wayúu: Colombia’s most famous weavers
5 min read • May 21, 2019
Bright and colorful, Wayúu mochilas (bags) are one of Colombia’s most famous artisan products. Meticulously hand-stitched by the Wayúu indigenous people…
- 7 best nude beaches to get naked in public for the first time
5 min read • May 21, 2019
A nude beach is one of the most popular ways to explore social nudity. So with nudism on the rise, largely being driven by the younger generation and…
- Move to the Colombian beat: discovering culture through music and dance
4 min read • Jan 16, 2019
A drumbeat runs throughout Colombia, finding new rhythms to tap to as it flows from region to region. In the Caribbean, it’s expressed through a blend of…
- Five ways to watch wildlife in Colombia
5 min read • Aug 8, 2018
Not only does Colombia have great coffee, fruit galore and a lively music culture, it’s also one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. Its…
- Where to find delicious local food in Colombia
6 min read • Sep 6, 2017
If there's one thing you can rely on when travelling around Colombia, it’s that you'll never go hungry. Colombia’s medley of environments, immense variety…