Things To Do
Restaurants
Barranquilla - Varadero : great seafood and live music - Cuzco : delicious peruvian food and live music - Piazetta : great italian food and upscale ambiance - Fiordi : great pizza and sushi for a more casual vibe - Rosa negra : mexican food and casual ambience - Teriyaki Komodo : asian fusion Other Options: Manuel, Noa, Komodo, Kinto Elemento Cartagena - Candé : Caribbean food with live music and shows. - Carmen : One of the best food and drink pairings - Buena Vida Marisqueria y Rooftop : Best ceviche and rooftop in town for fun vibes (we may go one of the nights prior to wedding) - La Cevichería : great ceviche El Boliche : Another ceviche spot if you cannot get enough - Demente : A tapas and pizza restaurant in the vibrant neighborhood of Getsemaní Other options : Cuzco, Celele, Alma, Mistura, La Mulata, La Cocina de Pepina, Casa Cruxada, Buena Vida Marisquería, Mar y Zielo.
Activities
Barranquilla Although not as touristy, Barranquilla offers a vibrant mix of activities. - Carnival : from March 1-4th, if you are around or can make it, would highly encourage! 2nd largest in the world (after Rio). - Ciénaga Mallorquín : a nice coastal lagoon perfect for bird watching and serene landscapes. - El Malecón : scenic riverfront boardwalk, where you can enjoy local cuisine, street performances, and views of the Magdalena River. - City tour of El Prado neighborhood : known for its beautiful colonial-style buildings and gardens. Fun fact; Angelina's grandma's house is currently part of the tour as a local heritage! - Carnival Museum: where you can learn about Barranquilla’s carnival. Cartagena Get lost in the colorful streets of the old city. Free walking tour or venture on your own. Choose El Centro for history and Getsemaní for the street art. Avoid the city beaches and opt for a trip to the Islas del Rosario. Try a cooking class or food tours! Take a salsa class!
Bars
Barranquilla - Casa Elida : creative cocktails, perfect for a relaxed evening. - Lola : eclectic decor and lively atmosphere with live music. - Bar Época : a vintage vibe with modern mixology. - La Troja : iconic and Curtido's favorite! Famous for its energetic salsa nights and authentic Colombian music. We make go on Friday night with all guests invited! - Bar de la Aduana : sophisticated setting, ideal for a more upscale night out. Cartagena - Alquímico : Multilevel cocktail bar with Colombian themed drinks. - El Barón : Inventive cocktails, cigars, and small bites on the plaza with a terrace for people watching. - Townhouse Rooftop : A chill and fun spot to watch the sunset. - The Arsenal Rum Box : Rum and chocolate tastings with a restaurant. - Movich Rooftop : Hotel roof top with sunset drinks and a view.
Drinks & Food to try
Aguardiente : Translates to "fire water", an anise based national liquor Sancocho : Angelina's favorite food of all time! Flavorful soup which warms you up in the already hot weather Fried food : - Mojarra frita (Curtido's favorite! Crispy fried fish dish (head and all), typically served with a side of coconut rice, plantains, and a fresh salad) - Patacones (a fried, crushed and then fried again plantain) with costeño cheese - Empanadas (corn flour dough filled with meats or veggies) - Arepa con huevo (fried round dough with an egg inside) - Deditos (white or costeño cheese wrapped in fried dough) think Colombian mozzarella sticks - Quibe (Arab immigration to Colombia brought this Middle-Eastern dish)
Explore Colombia
Here are some of our recommendations. - Cartagena : Known for its gorgeous Walled City, great food and beautiful beaches in Rosario Islands. - Santa Marta : Known for its beautiful caribbean beaches with white sand. Go visit the Tayrona National Park. - Coffee region : Known as "eje cafetero" or the coffee triangle. Angelina's favorite place (Salento within this area)! A set of beautiful traditional towns in the middle of Colombia where you can visit lots of coffee farms, hot springs and ride horses on scenic views. We highly recommend booking a tour with DonLeo, you can book via his instagram: cafedonleo - Minca : Curtis favorite place! Serene and breathtaking views with activities such as birdwatching, hiking, visiting local indigenous groups and waterfalls. Others: La Guajira, Providencia, Medellin and Bogota.