Colombia

Art is a great way to understand more about a country and its culture. Colombia has a lot of great artists, including painters and writers. In this article I’m listing some of the most remarkable and famous artists, coming from Colombia. And especially where you can find their work.

Mompox is a hidden gem in Colombia. Picturesque squares, colored churches, pastel-colored houses, beautiful facades and interior gardens with endless flowers. The center of town is just beautiful. IIn this article I’m sharing my tips for what to do in Mompox Colombia, including some lovely hotels and restaurants.

In Mompox you won’t find a shop or restaurant at every corner. You have to look a little further and longer. And once you find one, you have to see if they are actually open at the specified times. But that is what gives Mompox its charm. With this list, you know exactly where to go and find the best places and hotspots for delicious food and drinks.

Salento is a bohemian village in Colombia, known for its bright-colored houses and great coffee. One of my favourite spots for a stopover. Salento is also the perfect base for a trip through the nearby Valle de Cocora, where you can walk along the tallest palm trees in the world. What to do in Salento? In this article you’ll find an overview with the best things to do in Salento, the cutest town of Colombia.

Curious about the highest palm trees in the world? Valle de Cocora is known for its many shades of green and its tall palms: the Quindío wax palm. This national tree of Colombia can call itself the tallest wax palm in the world, as it can reach 80 meters in height. The Cocora valley is a place you simply can’t miss during a trip to Colombia. You can go for beautiful hikes and take amazing pictures. In this article you’ll find everything you want to know about Valle de Cocora in Colombia, including hike options, hotels and a packing list.

Santa Marta is located on the Caribbean Sea, at the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. It is the capital of the Magdalena department and one of the oldest cities in Ciolombia. But what to do in Santa Marta in Colombia? You can defintely spend a nice day in the city. But you mainly use Santa Marta as a startingpoint for a trip to the Tayrona national park, mountain village of Minca, the surrounding beaches and the Lost City trek. In this Santa Marta Colombia travel guide I’m sharing my tips for the best things to do, hotels, restaurants and the most beautiful beaches, national parks and tours in the surroundings.

After a long or multi-day trip, there is nothing that makes you feel happier than a wonderful restaurant with a good glass of wine. Don’t miss out these places and hotspots when you’re in Santa Marta, Colombia.

If you’re looking for a nice weekend away from the busy capital of Bogotá, you should follow the Bogotanos and visit beautiful Villa de Leyva. This mountain village is located in the province of Boyacá (only a few hours away), at an altitude of 2100 meters. But what to do in Villa de Leyva Colombia? In this article you’ll find the best things to do in Villa de Leyva and surroundings in Colombia, including tips for hotels and tours.

Did you know Colombia has a desert? El desierto de Tatacoa. The area consists of two parts: a beautiful red rocky area and a bizarre grey part. In this article I’m telling you everything you need to know about a visit to the Tatacoa desert.