Cable car networks have become a key solution to mobility challenges in Latin America, home to the longest system in the world. Credit: Secretaría de Movilidad de Medellín – CC BY 2.0 via Flickr.Despite originally being associated with mountain tourism, cable car networks have become a key solution
Barranquilla has been noticed on different fronts. Credit: Jdvillalobos, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsBarranquilla, Colombia, was named the world’s best creative destination according to the Creative Tourism Awards. This is the first time a Colombian city has received this honor.The recognition m
As Barranquilla celebrates its 212th anniversary, let’s explore the top activities to enjoy in the vibrant Colombian Caribbean city.Credit: Jdvillalobos / CC BY 3.0 DEEDBarranquilla, also known as “La Arenosa,” is one of the most attractive tourist destinations for foreigners, thanks to its rich cul
Once defined by violence, Medellin now attracts travelers seeking culture, nature, and quality of life, as international tourism to the city continues to grow. Credit: AP / Colombia OneMedellin has decisively rewritten its global narrative. Once associated with violence and insecurity, Colombia’s se
Lost city in the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta, Colombia. Credit: katiebordner/CC BY 2.0Deep within the dense jungles of Colombia’s Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta mountain range lies the Lost City (Ciudad Perdida), also known as Teyuna, or Buritaca-200. This archaeological site is one of Colombia’s mos
Colombia is home to curious animals like the glass frog, giant anteater, blue-billed curassow, blue anole, and silky anteater, each showcasing the country’s rich biodiversity. Credit: Animalia Bio, CC BY 2.0/Colombia, renowned for its stunning biodiversity, is home to an array of curious species tha
La Chorrera waterfall stands as Colombia’s highest and one of the tallest in South America, ranking 60th among the world’s highest. Credit: Alexander Pabon/CC BY-SA 2.0Tucked away just 45 minutes from Bogota in Choachi, Cundinamarca, lies a natural treasure: La Chorrera waterfall. This wonder, tower
From lush jungles to soaring mountain ranges, Colombia offers a variety of trekking trails to explore the country’s natural gems. Credit: McKay Savage / CC BY 2.0Colombia, a country of breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems, offers adventurous souls a plethora of opportunities to explore its
Santa Fe de Antioquia is an enchanting town north of Medellin, Colombia, where history, culture, and tradition converge. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneJust an hour and a half from Medellín, Santa Fe de Antioquia feels like stepping back in time. This charming town, with its cobblestone streets
Horse riding is extremely popular in Colombia, with diversified activites such as the Paso Fino or horseback riding. Credit : Victor Cohen / ColombiaOneIn Colombia, horse riding might be one of the best activities you could experience. There is an established culture of horse riding in the country,
Avianca confirmed Thursday that it will resume daily direct service between Bogota and Caracas starting Feb. 12, 2026. Credit: Victor Cohen – ColombiaOne. Avianca confirmed Thursday that it will resume daily direct service between Bogota and Caracas starting Feb. 12, 2026, marking a significant rest
Entrerrios is a municipality located in the department of Antioquia, known as the “Switzerland of Colombia” for its mountainous landscapes. Credit: Rold Ruiz, CC BY 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn the department of Antioquia lies Entrerrios, a picturesque municipality that has earned the nickname “The Swi
Jordan is known as the ghost town of Colombia. Located in the department of Santander, this place has 60 inhabitants. Credit: AdamCohn, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrIn the heart of Colombia’s Chicamocha Canyon, one of the largest and deepest in the world, lies a small and enigmatic town that seems froze
Lake Titicaca remains a living sanctuary where ancient civilizations and Indigenous traditions converge at the world’s highest navigable lake. Credit: Virgi Asprilla / Colombia OneBetween Peru and Bolivia lies an impressive lake filled with mysticism, beauty, and ancestral heritage: Lake Titicaca, t
Tayrona National Park will have its first closure of 2026 from Feb. 1 to 15 to give the ecosystem a chance to recover. Credit: Agiraldoceron, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0Tayrona National Natural Park, one of Colombia’s most emblematic ecological destinations, will have its first temporary closure from Feb. 1 to
Universal Studios will build its first theme park in the United Kingdom, Europe. The ambitious project will be four times larger than Disneyland. Credit: Thank You, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrUniversal Studios has confirmed the construction of its first theme park in Europe, a project that will not only mark
An Indian businessman celebrated his wedding with a Colombian woman in Cartagena in Bollywood style; the celebration lasted three days. Credit: jairo-paez-CC-BY-NC-ND 2.0An unusual luxurious wedding between an Indian tycoon and a Colombian woman transformed Colomba’s Cartagena de Indias’ Historic Ce
If you’re a capybara lover, Colombia is a destination you can’t miss — it’s the natural habitat of this charming rodent species. Credit: Cloudtail the Snow Leopard The capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris), also known as chigüiro in Colombia, is the largest rodent in the world and one of the most emb
The luxury megayacht Evrima from The Ritz-Carlton arrived in Cartagena, Colombia, for the first time as part of a stopover. Credit: Farid Mernissi, CC BY 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsCartagena, Colombia, reached a new milestone in its tourism history with the arrival, for the first time, of a cruise vesse
Colombia’s passport ranks 37th globally in 2026, offering moderate mobility, but real limits on work, education, and long-term opportunities remain. Credit: Josep Freixes / Colombia OneThe power of a passport is not measured solely by the number of countries it allows its holders to visit without a
In Tauramena, Colombia, the avocado is a symbol of tradition, and one of the most appealing products is avocado beer. Credit: M Clara Salviano, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsTauramena, a town in Colombia’s Casanare department, has emerged as an up-and-coming tourist destination that blends natural
Journeying from Bogota to Torres del Paine National Park, discover a winter sanctuary in Chilean Patagonia amidst snow-capped peaks. Credit: Angie Rodriguez, CO1.Have you ever dreamed of visiting a place so remote and breathtaking that it’s considered one of the natural wonders of the world? Nationa
Cerro Tusa in Colombia is considered the world’s tallest natural pyramid, standing at approximately 1,850 meters. Credit: Andrew Neild, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrLocated in the municipality of Venecia, Antioquia, Cerro Tusa is one of Colombia’s most astonishing geological formations. With an approxima
Colombia is home to nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites, showcasing its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and biodiversity. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneColombia, a land of breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These sites are not onl
