Colombia


sitting on colonial spanish cartagena colombia Castillo San Felipe Fortress

With the diversity of the Amazon Jungle, Caribbean Sea, Andes Mountains and Pacific Ocean, Colombia makes a great destination for anyone looking for adventure and an assortment of scenery.  

Additionally, with its colonial-era buildings and Spanish influence it also makes for a great historical and cultural experience.

Here you will find information and pictures from the following locations:

 

CARTAGENA

ISLA DE PROVIDENCIA


CARTAGENA

A historical and large city rich in Spanish culture and colonial architecture. 

This is a great city to walk around or explore the Castillo San Felipe Fortress, which was built in the 17th century. 

Be sure to take advantage of the port oasis, a free wildlife sanctuary that includes parrots, toucans, monkeys and more!

GETTING THERE:

Fly directly into Cartagena (CTG).

 

PLACES TO STAY:

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GETTING AROUND:

Rental cars can be acquired at Cartagena's airport, otherwise public transportation will be available via buses or taxi hire.

 

THINGS TO DO:

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ISLA DE PROVIDENCIA

In November of 2020 this island experienced a stage 5 hurricane, damaging 98% of its infrastructure. 

As it continues to rebuild, this island still offers great beach and mountain views as well as a warm and welcoming local community. 

Traveling to this island for a couple days will be the perfect retreat from San Andres as it is not commonly known or visited by most tourists. 

GETTING THERE:

Isla de Providencia does have its own airport (PVA), which can be accessed via direct flight. 

There other option is to take a ferry from San Andres, which must be arranged locally. 

If flying into San Andres, the airport will be Gustavo Rojas Pinilla International Airport (ADZ). 

 

PLACES TO STAY:

Find great deals on hotels here.

Traveling on a budget?  Hostels provide a unique experience with extraordinary savings. 

 

GETTING AROUND:

Rental cars can be acquired in San Andres, otherwise public transportation will be available via buses or taxi hire.

 

THINGS TO DO:

Providencia Island is relatively small and be explored via foot or local car hire.