Category: Colombia
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Don’t Miss Out On This Walking Tour Of Cartagena
We were really anxious to visit Cartagena. During our family gap year we really craved beaches and beautiful historic places. Cartagena fills both of those desires. When we first arrived we wanted to learn more about this stunning city, so we booked a Cartagena walking tour. And I’m so glad we did. It was the…
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Medellin Prices Broken Down With Valuable Budgeting Tips
We are learned a lot about prices in Medellin during our family gap year. After spending over a month in the city, we are sharing a breakdown of what our Medellin trip cost. Hopefully this gives you an idea of Medellin prices, and what to expect to budget for your trip to the city of…
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Guatapé Day Trip: The Best Tour From Medellin, Colombia
One of the most popular and highly rated day-trips from Medellin is visiting Piedra del Peñol (Penol Rock) and the colorful town of Guatapé. We took a Guatape day trip with our kids when they were 7 and 9 years old. It is a fantastic day trip to do with kids. I would recommend it. Find…
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Where To Eat In Medellin: The Best Restaurants For Families That Love Food
We like to dine out, and we have found that Colombia has amplified our desire and ability to do this. There are SOOO many incredible restaurants, especially in Medellin and the El Poblado neighborhood. You are in the right place if you want to know where to eat in Medellin for delicious food. We were…
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Journey To The Beautiful Rosario Islands, Colombia: An Honest Review
One of the best activities near Cartagena is booking a relaxing day trip to the Rosario Islands, Colombia. If you have the time, staying overnight is even better. Cartagena is hot and the city beaches are nothing to write home about. If you spend the day on a city beach you will be pestered by…
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Cartagena Costs: Is It Expensive To Visit This Beautiful City?
Is Cartagena expensive to visit? Below are our total Cartagena costs for a month long trip with a summary of our takeaways for each section. We hope this gives you a better idea of Cartagena prices and what to budget for a Cartagena, Colombia vacation. All of the numbers below are based on our trip…
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Ultimate Cartagena Travel Guide: Tips From A Local Expert
Nestled along the sunny shores of the Caribbean Sea in Colombia, Cartagena is a city brimming with old-world charm and vibrant streets. We interviewed a local travel expert to find out the best things to do in Cartagena and what to avoid. You will find all these answers below in this complete Cartagena travel guide….
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The Ultimate Three Days In Cartagena Family Itinerary
Have you ever wanted to explore South America but didn’t know where to start? Spending three days in Cartagena is the perfect introduction to this incredible continent! This vibrant Colombian city offers the ideal mix of old and new, city and beach, all steeped in rich culture. Here you can eat savory seafood at an…
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How To Spend An Epic 5 Days In Cartagena With Kids
A destination our whole family continues to dream about is Cartagena with its mix of old and new, city and beach, and bursting culture. I’ve put together the ultimate way to spending 5 days in Cartagena for those looking to soak up the best it has to offer for a family! In Cartagena, you can…
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Rosario Islands Hotels: The Best Places To Stay With Kids
The Rosario Islands are a beautiful archipelago off the coast of Cartagena. If you are visiting Cartagena, I would highly recommend staying a few nights on the islands. I have put together a list of the top Rosario Islands Hotels in this post that are perfect to stay at with kids. The islands are also…