Colombia’s emergency number 123 connects foreigners to police, ambulance, and rescue services. Travelers can also access specialized support lines, consular assistance, and city-specific emergency tools across Colombia. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For editorial use only
Mutata is a municipality located four hours north from Medellin, known as the “Valley of Stones” of Colombia. Credit: ProAvesColombia / CC BY NC SA 2.0Mutata is a municipality located in the Gulf of Uraba, Antioquia department, northern Colombia. Known as the “Valley of Stones” due to the abundance
Colombian artist Carlos Vives will perform a free show in Miami Beach during the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 11. Credit: Carlos Andres Restrepo, CC BY-NC 2.0 / Flickr Colombian singer Carlos Vives will be one of the main stars of the opening celebrations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup wi
Colombia launched a tourism campaign across Mexican airports during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The promotion aims to attract international and Latin American travelers moving through Mexico’s busiest aviation hubs. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For editorial use only.Colomb
Moniquira, known as “The Sweet City of Colombia,” is a natural and culinary paradise, famous for its “bocadillos” and “panelitas” treats. Credit: Courtesy Daniel ZarateMoniquira, located in the Boyaca Department, is a natural and gastronomic paradise often hailed as “The Sweet City of Colombia.” Its
Colombia proposes new safety and registration rules for electric scooters and e-bikes. The draft regulation introduces technical standards, mandatory equipment, and a national registry system for micromobility vehicles. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For editorial use only
Foreigners in Colombia should understand local funeral customs and legal death procedures. Colombian mourning traditions center on communal support, religious rituals, and fast-moving burial processes. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For editorial use only.In Colombia, deat
Colombia offers unique glamping experiences that blend nature and comfort in top spots such as Guatape, Guatavita, and Tayrona Park. Credit: Darvin Salamanca/ ColombiaOneGlamping accommodations have gained popularity in Colombia in recent years, offering a unique experience that combines a connectio
Colombia ranks among the world’s friendliest countries thanks to its strong culture of hospitality. Locals across the country continue to shape Colombia’s global reputation through everyday warmth and community-driven social traditions. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For e
Colombia attracts thousands of international students each year who want to learn Spanish in its most accessible form. Linguistic experts highlight the highland dialect of Bogotá, known for its clear, flat intonation and fully pronounced consonants, as one of the most phonetically neutral varieties
Nómada 22 in downtown Neiva uses a hidden entrance and a digital access system to run as a fully automated boutique hotel. Credit: Nómada 22 / Facebook. For editorial use only.Omar Andrés Atuesta, a 36-year-old industrial designer from Colombia, built Nómada 22, a fully automated boutique hotel in t
The Candelaria Desert, located in Boyaca, Colombia, is a unique tourist destination that combines arid landscapes, colonial history, and cultural experiences. Credit: Nathaa, CC BY-NC 2.0 / Flickr In the heart of Boyaca, surrounded by Andean mountains, artisan towns, and rural roads, lies one of Col
Colombian circus artist Julian Moreno tells ColombiaOne about his journey from life on the streets to the global stage and Cirque du Soleil. Credit: Courtesy Julian Moreno.Julian Moreno is a Colombian circus artist who has performed on some of the most acclaimed stages in his field, including the fa
Navigate the Colombia school calendar with this guide for foreigners, explaining the difference between Calendar A and B. Understanding whether a school runs from January to November or August to June is the first and most critical step for expat families enrolling their children in the Colombian ed
Colombia received 52 nominations at the 2026 World Travel Awards, and voting will remain open until June 12. Credit: Monica Cruz R, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrColombia once again stood out on the international tourism stage after receiving 52 nominations at the 2026 World Travel Awards, considered the
Understand the Colombian workday, from the 44-hour legal maximum and social lunches to office culture and etiquette. The midday meal, known as the almuerzo, is treated as a social obligation where colleagues build the trust and relationships essential to navigating the country’s professional environ
A smashed windshield on the H&S Bakery truck. New Jersey State Police said the plane came in so low that one of its tires and the bottom of the fuselage struck the truck on its way to Runway 29. Credit: The Aviation Circle / InstagramThere were two almost air tragedies this week. In aviation, mechan
Discover Colombian drinking culture, from shared aguardiente customs to strict DUI laws and nightlife safety tips. Joining a casual parche to toast with local spirits is a cornerstone of socialization, requiring expats to understand both the unwritten rules of the table and the legal boundaries outs
Colombia has no four seasons; altitude and thermal floors shape weather year-round. Colombia’s climate varies by altitude, with cooler Andean cities and hot lowland regions shaped by the country’s thermal floors system. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated image).Colombia does not have fo
Colombia tourism hit records in 2025, but hotel occupancy fell as short-term rentals captured more guests. The exterior of Mesón Hostal La Cabaña, a type of licensed accommodation at the center of Colombia’s tourism debate as hotels face lower occupancy despite record visitor numbers. Credit: Zarate
Amsterdam is the first capital city in the world to ban meat advertisements in public streets to regulate excessive meat consumption. Credit: Another pint please, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrThe city of Amsterdam, Netherlands, has become the first capital in the world to ban meat advertising in public p
USCIS pauses some work permits and green card cases under tightened Trump-era restrictions. Credit: The White HouseUncertainty is once again spreading across immigrant communities in the United States after U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) confirmed an indefinite pause on certain im
Avianca and LATAM have rebounded strongly, yet rising costs, infrastructure limits, and global risks continue to shape the future of air travel in Colombia. Credit: Luis Ospino/ColombiaOneIn an industry where a single external shock can redraw balance sheets overnight, Colombia’s airline sector clos
Cartagena cruise tourism grows 26% as Royal Caribbean extends operations, opening new no-visa travel routes. Royal Caribbean’s expansion of operations in Cartagena consolidates the port as a primary cruise hub for Latin American travelers. This growth strategy, featuring no-visa itineraries to the A
