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𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍

Known as the 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 Medellín offers a perfect blend of innovation and tradition. From vibrant street art to coffee-scented cafés, it’s a place that mixes modern vibes with old-school charm. Whether you’re hiking through lush hills or dancing until dawn, Medellín's got you covered!

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𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞/𝐝𝐨? 🌸Join a tour by Beyond Colombia and go visit Comuna 13 to find out more about the history of the resilience of the city. Check our tours here: https://www.beyondcolombia.com/?locale=en 🌸 Go to Guatape & climb la piedra de El Peñol to enjoy the spectacular view, maybe spend a night in one of the stunning hotels around the lake. 🌸 Play Tejo, the Colombian national sport, in La Mecha. 🌸El Pueblito Paisa: A replica of a traditional Antioquian village with great views of the city. Perfect to see the sunset and enjoy a drink or two. 🌸 Take a trip to Santa Fe de Antioquia with its charming colonial architecture, well-preserved cobblestone streets and whitewashed buildings. 🍴𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: El Cielo $$$ Sambombi bistró $$ Ocio/Oci Mde $$ Carmen Medellin $$ Gabo Mde $ Bijao $ ☕ 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐬: Pergamino. Cafe Velvet. Hija Mía. 🍸 𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬: Mamba Negra $$$ Zarigüeya $$ Alambique $$ Tres Cordilleras Brewery $

𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐈𝐀𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐈𝐀

Known as 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 and ranked as the 2nd most biodiverse country in the world, Colombia offers a wide range of places to visit, from snow mountains to beaches and the Amazon. Below are some holiday recommendations, divided into three categories: cities, chill, and adventure.

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🏙️ 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐁𝐎𝐆𝐎𝐓𝐀 The capital city is a mix of history, culture, and modernity. Visit La Candelaria and Monserrate for stunning views, Zona T, Zona G and Usaquen for drinks and food, Bogotá is known for its vibrant food and art scenes. 😎 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨: Go to Monserrate for the sunset. Artisan market in Usaquen: Saturdays and Sundays. Book a tour with Beyond Colombia: https://www.beyondcolombia.com/cities/1-bogota?locale=en they’ve a wide variaty of tours, anything from history, to graffiti tours, food and fruit market tours. 🍴𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: Leo $$$ Mesa Franca $$ Mama Luz $ Café Bar Universal $$ 🍸𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬: Bar Enano $$ La Sala de Laura $$$ Jardín Tragos y Pasteles $$ BBC $ 💤 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲: Four Seasons Hotel Bogotá Casa Medina $$$ Hotel B3 Virrey $$

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𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐀 Cartagena is a tropical gem where colonial charm meets Caribbean flair. Stroll through colourful streets and let the old city’s vibe sweep you away. 😎 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨: Explore the historic center and Getsemaní, walk around the wall city and enjoy the colourful streets. Enjoy Cartagena through its cuisine, take a food tour with Beyond Colombia or book a cooking class here: https://www.viator.com/tours/Cartagena/Cartagena-Cuisine-Cooking-Experience/d4498-249481P1 Look for a nice rooftop to have a drink and see the sunset. 🍴𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: Mar y Zielo $$ Carmen $$ La Cocina de Pepina $ 🍸𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬: Alquímico $$ El Barón $$ 💤 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲: Hotel Capellan de Getsemani $$$ GHL Arsenal Hotel $$ Bóvedas de Santa Clara Boutique Hotel $$$ Casa Jaguar $$

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🌴 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐀 Located in the Sierra Nevada mountains 1hr from Santa Marta, is a peaceful retreat with cool air, lush landscapes, and waterfalls. Ideal for nature lovers, it offers hikes, birdwatching, and coffee farm tours—perfect for relaxing and reconnecting with nature. Find out more: https://www.travellifex.com/minca-colombia-why-need-to-go/ 😎 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨: Go on a hike to one of the many waterfalls in the area, take a dip, enjoy the calm and walk back to the town to enjoy some food, fruit juices or a cup of fresh coffee. Go on a coffee tour to Finca La Victoria. Go on a cacao tour. 🍴𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: La Chori (100% colombian food, get a bit of everything and enjoy) $ La Veranda Hotel Restaurant $ ☕ 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐬 Waira $ Coffee House Minca $ Caficosta $ 💤 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲: La Veranda $ La Casona $ Casas Viejas $$ Rincon de la Sierra Eco Luxury $$

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𝐈𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐎 Islas del Rosario is a tropical paradise just off Cartagena’s coast, where crystal-clear waters meet white-sand beaches. Perfect for snorkeling, relaxing, or enjoying fresh seafood, it’s an island getaway that feels like a slice of heaven! Find out more here: https://www.tomplanmytrip.com/isla-grande-colombia-guide/ 😎 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨: Relax at the beach and enjoy some cocktails Snorkelling and scuba diving Swim around bioluminescent plankton 💤 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲: Hotel Islabela Islas Del Rosario $$ Fragata Island House $$ Hotel Coralina Island $$ Bora Bora Beach Club & Hotel $$$

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🐸 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐨𝐧 The Colombian Amazon is a wild, untamed paradise where the jungle hums with life and adventure. Cruise down the mighty rivers, spot exotic wildlife, and explore some of its villages. It’s an off-the-grid escape for those seeking a real, raw connection with nature! 😎 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨: Go to Parc Santander at the end of the day, next to the white church, you can watch thousands of parakeets roosting with a deafening sound. Visit Reserva Natural Victoria Regia and the Reserva Marasha and Fundación Maikuchiga if you want to have a close experience with the different type of monkeys in the island. Go to Puerto Nariño for a night. Check: https://wondertravel.co/en/search?countries=colombia&tags=amazonia if you want to to explore some other destinations in the Colombian Amazon region. 💤 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲: Check some recommended options here: https://www.tomplanmytrip.com/best-colombia-jungle-resort-ecolodge-amazon/

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𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐎 Salento is a vibrant Colombian town with colourful streets and stunning mountain views in the coffee region of Colombia. It’s the gateway to the Cocora Valley, home to towering wax palms, a beautiful place worth visiting. 😎 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨: Hike in the Cocora Valley. Explore the Colorful Streets. Visit a Coffee Farm. Climb to the Mirador in the Town and enjoy a beer up there. Play Tejo. 🍴𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: El Rincón de Luci - homemade food, you can try a Corrientazo, a traditional Colombian lunch eaten from Monday to Friday for around 5 euros. $ Wabi Kitchen - Owned by a Japanese man who’s lived in Salento for a good couple of years, this is the perfect spot if you want to get a rest from Colombian food. It’s a small enough place. $ La Tapería Salento. $$ - Spanish food. ☕ 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐬 Andariego Kairos Concreto La Granja. 💤 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲: El Mirador del Cocora $$$ Cocli Hotel $$ Panorama Salento $$

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OFF THE BEATEN PATHOFF THE BEATEN PATH

- Pacific Coast. - Chicamocha and Barichara. - Tatacoa Desert. - La Guajira. - San Agustín. - Rio La Miel. - Safari in Casanare. - Cerros de Mavecure.

TOUR OPERATORSTOUR OPERATORS

Wonder Travel $$ Tailor made and group tours, off the beaten path destinations and Must destinations: https://wondertravel.co/en/countries/colombia Feel Colombia $$ - $$$ https://feeltourismexperiences.com/es/