Colombian food is more than the arepas and empanadas you can frequently see sold everywhere. In Cartagena, Colombia, chefs combine different Colombian and Caribbean cuisine flavors with Peruvian, Spanish, Asian, and Italian. If you plan to visit this city, here are the best restaurants in Cartagena Colombia you can visit! While excellent food may be found across Colombia, it seems to be a given in cities around the Caribbean coast, like Cartagena. In addition to having a wide variety of…
Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas is a must-see tour. San Felipe Castle looked ominous and reminded me of forts that I have seen in other parts of the world. But this world heritage site was different. Standing on the streets looking at the fortress, you get the impression that it is a Spanish Army home. It is a rather steep climb to get to the top. At one point, I thought that I would look from the bottom. As…
Cartagena is known for its cafes and restaurants that serve exquisite, traditional Caribbean dishes. This town has also become known for its various new massage therapy centers in recent years. These centers have been popping up rapidly throughout the city, thanks to its rapidly growing tourism industry, which brings millions worldwide each year. Massage in Cartagena is usually done at a clinic or spa with trained massage therapists who practice different methods according to the client’s needs. Many spas in…
Things to Do) The Cartagena walled city located in Colombia’s Caribbean sea has nearly one million locals. As a tourist, you may find the Cartagena walled city a blend of old and new that makes this town Cartagena famous. Even though the Cartagena walled city is far from beaches and high-rise hotels, it captivates travelers. So if you’re in your 50s and enjoy exploring, then you can complete your bucket list with the top things to do in the walled…
Life is a Journey of Escapes is reader-supported. We may earn an affiliate commission when you buy through links on our site. Traveling to Palenque has an incredible history and story about people who care about preserving their heritage. We may have heard of all of the famous cities of Colombia, Bogota, Medellin, Cali, and Cartagena, but only a few know about San Basilio de Palenque. This gem seemed like a well-kept secret. A few years ago, my friend visited…
