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9 x the most colourful towns in Latin America

Add some colour to your trip with these destinations in Latin America! After three years of travelling in the area, here’s a little guide to the most lolly-hued towns I’ve

Things to do in Bogotá in 2 days

Day 1: A lot of downtown stuff  09:30 am – City tour What better way to start your visit to the colourful city of Bogotá than with a free city

What to do in one day in Cartagena de las Indias

So you’re planning to go (one day) to Cartagena? Good choice! Whether you’re a history buff, into architecture, or just love cute streets, Cartagena de las Indias is your absolute

PHOTOS: Street art in downtown Bogotá

The creativity of Colombia’s graffiti artists explodes in colours of the walls in capital Bogotá. Not just the public thinks so, even the government seems to agree. Since 2011, the municipality

PHOTOS: A taste of Getsemani, Cartagena

As Cartagena’s old walled city is filling up, the once infamous neighbourhood Getsemaní has come into its own in recent years, adding a new and fresh element to the city. Some

PHOTOS: La gente de Colombia

Whatever you think of your adventure in Colombia, most likely the people played a big part in it. In my experience, Colombian people are very friendly, curious and open to

Playa Blanca in Cartagena; for the beach bums

WHAT: A day at the beach at Playa Blanca, Cartagena’s white beach WHERE: In the south of Cartagena, a 45-minute speed boat ride or three hour drive by bus or taxi

The lolly-hued doors of Cartagena and its gorgeous knockers

Knock knock, who’s there? Some stunning knobs in Cartagena, that’s for sure!  Whether you’re a history buff, into architecture, or just love cute streets, Cartagena de las Indias is your

How to get to and from Medellin Airport to the center

Okay, so this is a bit of a boring piece, but if you are about to travel to Medellin, this might actually help you out. Because how to get there?

PHOTOS: Street art in Medellin – Part II

If you’re a big fan of colourfully painted walls, best you go in Medellin to Comuna 13. Now, this might not look like an obvious choice since the area was the most

PHOTOS: Street art in Medellin – Part I

If you’re a big fan of colourfully painted walls, best you go in Medellin to Comuna 13. Now, this might not look like an obvious choice since the area was the most

Daytrip from Bogotá: the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá

WHAT: A visit to the an underground Salt Cathedral; a great day excursion from the hustle and bustle of Bogotá WHERE: 49 kilometres north of Bogotá. For more information http://www.catedraldesal.gov.co/ HOW