Colombia is no longer a secret—it’s the real thing. No longer off the radar due to safety issues and outdated stereotypes, the nation has undergone a breathtaking transformation. Colombia is now a place where the jungles are dense, and the culture is cutting-edge, with colonial towns that have a modern beat. Visitors are discovering the kind of magic they once flew halfway around the world to experience.
Why Colombia? Here’s What’s Drawing Travelers In
- Ridiculously Diverse Landscapes
Looking for Caribbean beaches, Andean summits, Amazon jungles, and desert sands—in a single visit? Colombia is the ticket. The sole South American nation to boast both Pacific and Atlantic coasts, it encompasses more ecosystems per square mile than most continents. - Cities with Soul
Bogotá is a street art mecca. Medellín, the former bad boy of the continent, now hums with innovation, design, and some of the continent’s best nightlife. Cartagena, with its candy-colored colonial walls and rooftop bars, is romance on overdrive. - Coffee, Culture, and Community
The “Coffee Triangle” is a dream destination for slow travelers. Visit working farms, taste the freshest cup you’ve ever experienced, and sleep in rustic-luxe fincas amidst cloud forests and hummingbirds. - True Value for Your Travel Dollar
Colombia is still delightfully inexpensive. You can live in style without breaking the bank. And on the subject of accommodations.
Where to Stay: Two Worth-Booking Resorts
Casa San Agustin – Cartagena
In the heart of Cartagena’s Old Town, surrounded by walls, this boutique hotel seamlessly blends 17th-century colonial architecture with 21st-century indulgence. Original frescoes, exposed stone walls, and a pool within a courtyard that’s like a hidden oasis come to mind. Intimate is the atmosphere, first-class the service, and storybook the setting.
Hotel Las Islas – Barú Island
For an off-the-grid beach getaway, Las Islas is the epitome of eco-chic. Tucked into a protected marine reserve south of Cartagena, this resort features private treehouse bungalows and overwater bungalows that are part Robinson Crusoe, part five-star fantasy. Awaken to birdsong, snorkel coral reefs, and cap off the day with a sunset cocktail as the Caribbean swallows the sun.
The Takeaway
Colombia is no longer on the rise—it’s here. Safe, friendly, and full of wow moments, it delivers a wealth of experiences that are hard to find in few other countries right now. Culture chaser, beach bum, coffee nerd—whatever,
Colombia’s ready for you. Arrive before the crowds catch up.
