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
After nearly seven years of silence, the first direct flight between Miami and Caracas takes off, reopening not just a route, but a long-awaited path back home for thousands of Venezuelans. Credit: Mitchul Hope / CC BY 2.0The sound of boarding announcements at Miami International Airport carried a d
Spirit started out as a charter airline before achieving success by introducing the low-cost airline model in the United States. Credit: Acroterion CC BY-SA 4.0The landing of the Airbus A320 with registration NK1833 in Dallas-Fort Worth, coming from Detroit, marked the last commercial service in the
As the largest event facility of its kind in the province, BC Place Stadium has hosted over 26 million people since opening. Credit: The SixVancouver’s BC Place Stadium will host seven matches during the FIFA World Cup 2026, including Canada’s national team games during the group stage. FIFA confirm
Weekend routines in Colombia that help foreigners build real connections and integrate faster. The Sunday Ciclovía in Bogotá transforms major city arteries into communal spaces, serving as a primary entry point for foreign residents to integrate into Colombian daily life. Credit: Lombana / Wikimedia
The Colombian Amazon is one of the most biodiverse places in the world. Exploring and discovering this region is an unforgettable experience. Credit: Josefordonez / CC BY-SA 4.0The Colombian Amazon is one of the most fascinating and biodiverse destinations in the world. Located in the southernmost p
Over the last decade, Colombia has emerged as a dental tourism powerhouse, thanks to high-quality dental care and affordable rates. Credit: locomomo-CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.Over the last decade, Colombia has emerged as a leader in dental tourism. Through high-quality dental care and affordable rates, Colomb
Manrique, once one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Medellin, Colombia, is now a tourist area considered the city’s musical neighborhood. Credit: Victor Cohen / ColombiaOneIn northeastern Medellin, Colombia, the neighborhood of Manrique has established itself in recent years as one of the city
The architectural firm Populous specializes in the design of sports facilities and convention centers. Credit: PopulousThe BBVA Stadium in Monterrey—popularly known as the “Steel Giant”—serves as a premier venue for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico. The official schedule assigns three group stage m
Colombia makes history by becoming the first Latin American country to receive Gold and the Grand Prix for a tourism campaign in Japan. Credit: Reg Natarajan, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr Colombia continues to strengthen its international position in the tourism sector after winning Gold and the Grand Prix at
Officers from Migracion Colombia and the National Police escort the deported individuals before their return to the United States. Credit: Migracion ColombiaColombian migration authorities expelled five United States citizens on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, after fellow passengers on a commercial flight
The Sifon River, located in the department of Tolima, is the only hot-water river in Colombia. This natural paradise is ideal for ecotourism lovers. Credit: SajoR, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsLocated in Murillo, Tolima, within Los Nevados National Natural Park, the Sifon River has become one of
A complete guide to tipping in Colombia: learn when and how much to tip at restaurants, taxis, hotels, and salons. A street musician receives a cash tip in an illustrative image related to tipping customs, where gratuities function as voluntary gestures rather than fixed obligations in many service
Los Garzones Airport in Monteria, Colombia, will have its first two international connections with Panama and Ecuador. Credit: Caroll Viana / Co1Monteria, Colombia, has opened its first two international connections, marking a milestone in its airport development with the launch of new routes to Qui
