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Best Souvenirs from Colombia?
Posted on May 20, 2008, 10:51:43 by mmbcross
... can be sure of finding a variety of traditional crafts and good quality (at set rather than bargained prices) in these shops. Cartagena: Centro Commercial, Avenida San Martin, Bocagrande. Cali: Calle 12 No. 1-20. Medellin: Carrera 50 No. 52-21 Bogota: ...
 
Best places in Columbia
Posted on Aug 11, 2008, 10:50:42 by mmbcross
... one of the most interesting and lively cities in Colombia. It's on the Caribbean, so it has a different tempo from the highlands. It has never had a drug/cartel problem, so it's safe in that respect. Cartagena is 400 miles from Bogotá.
 
Colombia Starter Kit
Posted on Apr 7, 2009, 10:00:39 by mcguinnessdave
... general chilling out), the Lost City trek is my favourite trek of all time (organised from Santa Marta) , and of course Cartagena is beautiful. Parque Tayrona also has some of the most beautiful beaches in Colombia and is good for a relaxing stay though ...
 
Cartagena
Posted on May 17, 2009, 23:56:24 by wakingdream
... with a hostel in Cartagena but check out this link to HostelWorld. There are reviews of hostels by travelers The history of Cartagena is very interesting and there are lots of historic sites to see. The link above should be useful too. I hope that ...
 
Cartagena
Posted on May 18, 2009, 14:15:33 by mmbcross
As usual, wakingdream always has great advice. You could also read other travelplodder's experiences of Cartagena:
 
Colombia is PASSION!!!
Posted on Jun 9, 2007, 22:36:02 by diana_85
... . What are u planning to visit? There are some places u can't miss depending on what part of Colombia ur planning to go to. In the coast I recommend Cartagena, La guajira (el cabo de la vela). In the center there are tons of places to go: Bogotá ( ...
 
Best places in Columbia
Posted on Nov 11, 2009, 11:29:48 by casagolanhotel
I recently traveled to Cartagena Colombia. I stayed at Casa Golan Hotel what an amazing place. It has 14 high quality bedrooms with Plasma TV, hot water, AC, restaurant, pool, game room and a few steps from the beach. I really had a nice time there. ...
 
Providencia - boat from Cartagena
Posted on May 5, 2008, 01:15:19 by mmbcross
... According to the San Andres website There are no regular ferries or boats, but cargo boats and freighters from Panama and Cartagena will often take passengers. Knowing cargo schedules, I would think this would be awfully risky. Firstly I doubt if they ...
 
Colombia shorttrip from December 26 to January 9th
Posted on Dec 17, 2008, 14:55:14 by silvi
Looking for someone spontanuous who would like to go to Colombia (Bogota, Mendellin,Cartagena, Santa Marta, ciudad perdida) from 26th of December to 8th of January (roughly).
 
Colombia is PASSION!!!
Posted on Jun 18, 2007, 13:06:10 by soundboy
... in Colombia. I'm planning a big trip soon and it includes travelling by land through the entire country, from Barranquilla-Cartagena-Medellin-Bogota-Cali and down to Ecuador. I thought this was a suicide mission but I've been reading and it ...
 
Best places in Columbia
Posted on Oct 15, 2008, 00:26:19 by johnaydan
Hi Guys, I too agree with Semi, Cartagena is the best place in Columbia...
 
Best places in Columbia
Posted on Oct 14, 2008, 21:43:18 by nelsonpico
... anyones advise on the best places to visit in Columbia and any other info you think would be helpful! Thanks!! Cartagena is the best. I also recommend Leticia for the Amazon and Pereira in the heart of the coffee growing region.
 
Best places in Columbia
Posted on Aug 11, 2008, 02:40:21 by semi-backpacker
... and any other info you think would be helpful! Thanks!! The Colombian city on my travel destination list is Cartagena. From what I've heard, it's colonial and vibrant, much to do and see...both history and ocean. Good luck! ...
 
Providencia - boat from Cartagena
Posted on May 2, 2008, 16:39:14 by jazzfudge
... on, a trip to Providencia, but it´s way too expencive flying there. Has anyone tried the cargo boat that departs from Cartagena, and got some information and experiences about that option? Feedback much appreciated!! By mail is also brilliant; ...
 
Hostel in Cartagena?
Posted on Jul 6, 2006, 21:21:50 by lucky
Can someone recommend a good hostel in Cartagena?
 
boat from Guatemala to Colombia
Posted on Jan 13, 2009, 13:37:23 by starlagurl
... San Blas, rather than Colón. Reliable information about departure dates and captains can be found at Casa Viena in Cartagena/Colombia[2] at ZULYS BACKPACKERS HOSTEL in Panama City [www.zulysbackpackers.com]or at Hostel Wunderbar in Puerto Lindo/Panama[3] ...
 
Travelling Sth America for 3 months - ADVICE PLEASE :)
Posted on Jul 10, 2007, 12:36:14 by persephone
... the capital of Bogota is even safer than Caracas, the capital of Venuezuela. All the major cities in colombia are very safe, Bogota, Cali, Cartagena, et c.... , but I would stay away from rural areas, as the police presence there isnt as strong. Being a ...
 
Mexico City to Rio overland!!
Posted on May 11, 2009, 23:06:47 by mmbcross
... Nicaragua: Costa Rica: Volcan Arenal Corcovado Park Panama: Don't try the Darien Gap. Fly Panama to Cartagena or Quito Colombia: Cartagena Bogota Cali Popayan Ecuador: Quito Riobamba Cuenca Peru: Mancora Chiclayo (Sipan) Trujillo (Chan Chan) Huaraz ( ...
 
buses in Peru
Posted on Jun 14, 2009, 22:51:04 by jdarby
I´m currently travelling in Colombia Medellin. I had plane ticket going from Costa Rica to Cartagena Colombia on May 14th then flying out of Medellin today June 14th. When I got to the airport the airline informed me that i needed a return ticket either ...
 
moving to Latin America
Posted on Sep 13, 2009, 12:17:59 by silkwoodsea
I've wanted to visit Cartagena, and my dad advised me against going to Colombia at all. I know it's safer than before and that Cartagena in particular is a bit safer 'cause of the tourist industry there, but I can't freak my dad out like ...
 
Hello travelmaniacs
Posted on Aug 7, 2009, 16:23:07 by leslicat
... where do you want to go. Colombia, the people just amazing, The Zona Cafetera (Cofee Region) is just wonderful. Cant miss Cartagena nor the Sierra Nevada in Santa Marta (both on the north of Colombia). Bogota: nightlife is just amazing is you have a big ...
 
The Must-Dos, Must Eats, Must Haves of South America!
Posted on Jul 28, 2007, 14:37:22 by persephone
... to see are the Salt Cathedral in Zipaquirá, visit places like the Gold Museum, Monseratte and the presidential palace in Bogota. Cartagena is also a beautiful port city, with nice beaches if you go over to Playa Blanca or Islas Rosario. Santa Marta & ...
 
Spanish 101
Posted on Feb 24, 2007, 16:08:43 by exploreamerica
Si, mi esposa es de Colombia y yo soy muy suerte (lucky). Mi esposa es de Cali. Fuimos a Colombia cuatro tiempos juntos. Una tiempo en Cartagena. Fue mi linda. Es mi espanol horrible? Fotos en Cali:
 
Countries not recommended
Posted on Aug 1, 2005, 17:26:59 by Guest_John
... , more importantly, we never felt in danger or threatened in any way. We found Bogota to be very sophisticated and beautiful; Cartagena is a gem with nice beaches to boot. I recommend to all readers not to avoid Colombia. If we all believed everything ...
 
moving to Latin America
Posted on Sep 13, 2009, 12:34:22 by mmbcross
... Cartegena which does not paint a very positive picture. I just can't believe this guy. he's recommending Baranquilla over Cartagena! Anyway, if you or your Dad have a hang-up about Colombia, better skip it. There are plenty of other places. ...
 
moving to Latin America
Posted on Sep 12, 2009, 23:21:26 by mmbcross
How does Cartagena, Colombia or Panama City sound to you?
 
UNESCO Heritage Sites
Posted on Apr 6, 2009, 12:34:08 by nixsboys
... National Parks Chile Rapa Nui National Park Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaíso Colombia Port, Fortresses and Group of Monuments, Cartagena Croatia Old City of Dubrovnik Cuba Old Havana and its Fortifications Viñales Valley ...
 
Rough Guides 9 Best Travel Experiences for 2009
Posted on Feb 3, 2009, 23:31:01 by aopaq
... , Colombia: Come December the coastal town of Baranquilla turns into a winter extravaganza of dancing and partying. Round out a visit with a trip to the two neighbouring cities: colonial Cartagena and the delightfully rundown seaside town of Santa Marta.
 
boat from Guatemala to Colombia
Posted on Jan 13, 2009, 13:30:59 by cepasjuste
We're interested in taking a boat from Guatemala (Antigua) to Cartagena preferably, or another port city in Colombia. Has anybody done it? How can we find the schedules and how to get tickets? Thanks!
 
Mexico to Brazil
Posted on Sep 29, 2008, 04:28:58 by rbisset
... , so you just have to jump on. Plus most of the big sights are only 2-4 hours journey. If you are planning to go overland the whole way then you'll have to look for a boat in Panama that'll take you to Cartagena, Colombia as there is no road.
 

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