Kiribati is the first country in the world to welcome Christmas. This country operates in the UTC+13 and UTC+14 time zones the most advanced on the planet. Credit: vpickering, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrEach year, while much of the planet is still asleep on the night of Dec. 24, a small island nation i
Norway inaugurated its first panoramic night train to see the Northern Lights. It is the first panoramic train in the world. Credit: Petaqui, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrNorway took a new step in tourism innovation by inaugurating in December 2025 its first panoramic night train specially designed to ob
Cisneros is a tourist town located in Colombia’s Antioquia department, reknown for its historic railway network. Credit: Laloking97, CC BY-SA 2.0Located in Colombia’s Antioquia region, Cisneros is a municipality with a rich history and a natural environment that invites adventure and relaxation. Kno
In Colombia’s southern highlands, the towns of Nariño preserve centuries of history, culture, and architectural charm. Credit: Gersonparra11, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombia is a country full of geographic and cultural contrasts, and the department of Nariño, located in the southwestern reg
Daza Tunnel upgrade near Pasto in Nariño, a key corridor improved through 2025 structural repairs and reinforcement. Credit: Ministerio de Transporte de Colombia (MinTransporte).In Nariño, a few kilometers can change everything. One tunnel near Pasto often decides whether a trip feels smooth or pain
China built the world’s largest snowman; the structure stands 19 meters tall and was made using 3,000 cubic meters of snow. Credit: Sr.K, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrIn the heart of winter, China once again captured international attention with a feat as monumental as it is fleeting: The construction of
Bogota, Colombia, inaugurated its first Nativity scene carved entirely out of ice; 15 tons of ice were used to create this work of art. Credit: Blumele, CC0 1.0 / Wikimedia CommonsBogota, Colombia, has once again drawn attention with an unprecedented cultural and religious initiative. In December 20
January could mark a turning point for Machu Picchu as international evaluators review whether Peru has done enough to protect its most iconic heritage site.Credit: Josep Freixes / Colombia OneMachu Picchu is not only Peru’s most iconic tourist destination; it is a powerful symbol of the country’s h
The school bus was carrying students who had been on vacation on the Colombian coast. Credit – Gobernación de AntioquiaA school bus carrying students plunged off a cliff in a rural area of Antioquia, northwest Colombia, on Sunday, killing 17 people and injuring 20 others, local authorities said. The
The U.S. Embassy in Colombia warned American citizens to avoid travel to several parts of the country as the ELN guerrilla announces possible attacks. Credit: Brasil de Fato, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Flickr.On Sunday, the United States Embassy in Bogota warned American citizens to avoid traveling to severa
Ibague capital of the department of Tolima. Credit: Government of Tolima/CC BY-SA 4.0Tolima, a Colombian department located in the heart of the Andes, is a region that embodies the country’s diversity in both landscape and culture. From its rugged mountains and fertile valleys to its vibrant traditi
A render of the lobby of the first Aria Hotel in Colombia, located in an exclusive area of Bogota, the capital. Credit: Aria HotelsAria Hotels, the boutique hospitality arm of the Libra Group, is officially entering the Colombian market — marking a strategic push into Latin America that will see a c
U.S. plans to screen five years of travelers’ social-media history sparks global alarm over privacy and discrimination. Credit: The White House / Public DomainThe United States is once again tightening the conditions for entering the country, adding a new chapter to a growing list of measures that c
The city of Rovaniemi in Finland is considered the hometown of Santa Claus, and in this place, the magic of Christmas is experienced all year round. Credit: frozenreindeer, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrIn the far north of Finland, right at the gateway to the Arctic, lies Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland
Colombia’s tourism surge accelerates as new international routes boost arrivals and strengthen regional economies. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia One Colombia’s international tourism sector is experiencing one of its strongest periods in recent years, driven by a combination of expanding air connec
The Desal spa, located in the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira, Colombia, was recognized by the World Luxury Spa Awards. Credit-: Jimmy Baikovicius, cc-by-saWellness tourism in Colombia has reached a new international milestone: Desal, the underground spa located inside the iconic Salt Cathedral of Zipaq
Nevado del Tolima. Credit: BETA2004/CC BY-SA 4.0Nestled within the sprawling landscapes of the Colombian Andes, the Nevado del Tolima, also known as the Tolima Snowy Mountain, stands as a majestic testament to nature’s grandeur. This towering peak, with its snow-capped summit and breathtaking vistas
If you’re looking for ecotourism in Colombia, here are five amazing sustainable destinations to enjoy the country’s rich biodiversity. Credit Danielafote/subexpuesta/CC BY-SA 4.0Colombia is a perfect destination for ecotourism, offering several sustainable travel options. From the Caribbean to the P
Entrance of the Toyo Tunnel under construction in Antioquia, part of the Guillermo Gaviria Echeverri mega project that will shorten the route between Medellin and Uraba. Photo: Gobernacion de Antioquia / via Wikimedia Commons, 2023. In Antioquia, engineers are doing something that sounds like scienc
Tourism leaders present Tourism 4.0 at Colombia 4.0 in Bogota, showing how innovation and TravelTech are transforming sustainable tourism across Colombia’s regions. Photo: Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism of Colombia (MinCIT), 2025.When people think of tech events, they usually imagine rob
The Trump administration plans to broaden the US travel ban. Credit: FrankBrueck / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0The United States is preparing to broaden its travel restrictions to include more than 30 nations, according to recent comments from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The propose
Bogota revives its holiday magic on rails as the Christmas Train brings lights, music, and family festivities across the city. Credit: Juan Carlos Pachon / CC-BY-2.0Bogota’s holiday festivities will once again travel by rail with the return of the Tren de la Sabana Navideño, a seasonal nighttime jou
Colombia drives tourism boom as Dominican Republic becomes the Caribbean’s hottest destination of 2025. Credit: Ben KucinskiThe Dominican Republic has rapidly emerged as one of the most highly desired international destinations for Colombian travelers, consolidating a trend that has been building fo
Christmas lights at Parques del Rio Medellin in 2022, showing how the River Park project turns former highway space into a vibrant public park along the Medellin River. Credit: XalD, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.Anyone who has visited Medellin knows the river is everywhere. For years, though,
