Ewing, United States

So I'm embarking on my second incursion into Colombia, land of the famed El Dorado, but probably more often associated with drug barons, guerillas, violence and coffee. My journey last year consisted of a stint in Bogotá followed by ten days in Cartagena ...

Post-travel thoughts on Colombia While I anticipated a much safer trip than most would expect in Colombia, the reader knows that it wasn't without a violent surprise or two. Sure, I witnessed the FARC in action, but then again I realized I was heading ...

Arrived without incident in Cartagena today after many hours hopping planes into southern latitudes.  Strolled the old city and got a much-needed dinner.  Plenty of entertainment as always, and a surplus of annoying vendors all about.