Monserrate remains one of Bogota’s most iconic and safe destinations — but the recent disappearance of seven visitors is a reminder that staying on authorized paths is essential for a secure experience. Credit: Tripadvisor / Public DomainRising more than 3,000 meters above sea level, Monserrate has
A complete guide on how to bring your pet to Colombia, including ICA requirements, health certificates, and airline rules. A pet cat waits inside a travel carrier. Bringing a cat or dog to Colombia requires obtaining a Sanitary Inspection Certificate (CIS) from the ICA and ensuring your airline acce
Andean bears (Tremarctos ornatus) travel an average of 15 kilometers a day, and Chingaza National Natural Park is home to more than 50 of them. Credit: Sebastian Di Domenico / TNCLocated 90 kilometers (about 56 miles) from Bogotá, Chingaza National Natural Park contains one of the most biodiverse la
Lake Tota in Colombia, with its stunning landscapes, cultural heritage, and recreational opportunities, offers a serene escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. Credit: Luis Ospino/Colombia OneTucked away in the picturesque Andean highlands of Boyaca, Colombia, lies Lake Tota, a hidden gem known
The El Dorado Airport in Bogota was chosen for the eighth consecutive time as the best airport in South America at the Skytrax Awards. Credit: Edgarzunigajr, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrBogota’s El Dorado International Airport has once again been recognized as the Best Airport in South America at the 2026 Sky
A guide to filing taxes in Colombia as a foreign resident: the 183-day rule, DIAN requirements, and filing deadlines. The National Tax and Customs Administration (DIAN) building in Cúcuta. Foreign nationals who spend more than 183 days in Colombia across any 12-month window become tax residents and
Credit: Jairo Paez, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr Cartagena is taking a decisive step toward a new era of sustainable mobility with the implementation of its aquabus system, Transcaribe Acuatico, an initiative that will transform the way residents and tourists move around the city. Mayor Dumek Turbay con
Barranquilla established itself as a major tourist destination in Colombia during Holy Week with the arrival of more than 350,000 visitors. Credit: Jdvillalobos, CC-BY-SA-4.0Barranquilla turned into a major tourist destination in Colombia. The capital of the Atlantico department reached a historic r
Best banks in Colombia for foreigners: a guide to opening local accounts, required documents, and alternatives to traditional banks. The Bancolombia headquarters in Medellín. As Colombia’s largest financial institution with over 30 million customers, Bancolombia’s extensive branch network makes it o
Las Gachas de Guadalupe, a series of rock pools in Guadalupe, Santander, is known as the “natural jacuzzi” of Colombia. Credit: Juan Gomez, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn the heart of Colombia’s Santander department lies a hidden natural paradise that has gained fame among travelers and adventure l
Colombia is home to numerous natural parks, including one of its largest, the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Credit: Ministerio de Ambiente de Colombia, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombia is a country globally recognized for its biodiversity, and much of this wealth is protected within its natu
Choco is an emerging top tourist destination in Colombia thanks to its rich biodiveristy and natural wonders. Credit: Valentina Roldan / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0The department of Choco, located in western Colombia, is one of the country’s richest territories in terms of biodiversity. Although it has historic
Santa Sofia, Boyaca department, offers extreme adventures and is home to Colombia’s longest hanging bridge. Credit: Petruss, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn the heart of the Colombian Andes, just 52 kilometers northwest of Tunja and 23 kilometers from the popular tourist town of Villa de Leyva, l
According to the Mayor’s Office of Medellin, the cancellation situations were identified during inspection, surveillance, and control operations carried out on different actors in the sector. Credit: X: @AlcaldiadeMedThe Mayor’s Office of Medellin has just detected an irregular practice in the tour
Cartagena’s historic walled city, a UNESCO World Heritage site, blends colonial architecture, vibrant culture, and Caribbean charm, key factors behind its recognition as Best International Destination. Credit: Aria Hotels Courtesy Cartagena was named Best International Destination at the Food and Tr
How to register a foreign marriage in Colombia: required documents, apostilles, translations, and notary steps. A couple during an outdoor wedding ceremony. Colombian authorities will legally recognize a foreign marriage for visas and property rights only after couples who marry abroad properly regi
Las Lajas Sanctuary is a basilica church located in the southern Department of Nariño, municipality of Ipiales, Colombia. Credit: Diego Delso CC BY-SA 4.0Ten churches define Catholic tradition across Colombia, from sanctuaries built over canyon walls to cathedrals carved beneath the earth, and from
A complete guide for foreigners on how to obtain a valid Colombian driving license based on their specific visa type and legal status. A driver behind the wheel. Colombian law requires foreigners residing in Colombia who hold a cédula de extranjería to obtain a local driving license, because their f
Traveling from Colombia to the U.S. this coming Holy Week will be 11% cheaper than last year due to the depreciation of the dollar. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.Traveling to the US during this Holy Week will, for many Colombians, be a more accessible opportunity than in recent years. A
Bogota launches the “Name Your Station” campaign, inviting citizens to help name Metro Line 1 stops as construction advances and the city prepares for a major mobility transformation. Credit: Bogota Mayor’s OfficeAmid one of the most anticipated infrastructure projects in the country’s recent histor
A complete guide for foreigners on how to buy a used car in Colombia, detailing RUNT checks, legal requirements, and necessary documents. A view of a green car’s side mirror. When buying a used car in Colombia as a foreigner, it is critical to verify the vehicle’s history through national databases
The United States visa expansion adds 12 countries to the list, raising the total number covered by the policy to 50. Credit: Rob Madeo cc by nc sa 2.The Trump administration is widening a visa bond program that requires some foreign travelers to pay US$15,000 before receiving permission to enter th
Ancient human riding an ox cart. Credit: Chairi Kiourt / CC BY 4.0Archaeologists have long relied on ruins, artifacts, and ancient roads to understand how people traveled in the past. However, a new study suggests that the landscape itself played a much larger role in shaping human and animal moveme
U.S. Visa bonds expand as part of a broader crackdown reshaping who can enter and who cannot. Credit: Public Domain The administration of Donald Trump has taken another step in tightening immigration controls by expanding a policy that requires citizens from dozens of countries to post a financial b
