Restaurant Marea by Rausch in Cartagena When you're looking for the best restaurants in Cartagena you can compare the menus, the ambiance, the service, and the intangible vibe of just about any place but sometimes it really does come down to location. That's what the owners of Marea by Rausch banked on when they built their newest restaurant inside the convention center…
Peru Fusion - Peruvian and Japanese cuisine The last place you'd expect to find excellent Japanese cuisine and top-tier sushi would be in the historic Walled City of Cartagena. But that's what Peru Fusion offers. Indeed, this little restaurant may be an oddity but it offers some of the best food you'll find on your vacation in Cartagena. And while it may…
Guayabera Shirts for Men—a Cartagena Classic These simple, breezy shirts are something of a cultural icon in regions once under the control of the Spanish Empire. Distinguishable by their two closely-sewn rows of pleats (called alforzas) running down the front of the shirt, the guayabera allows for style and comfort in what could otherwise be a sticky situation. Indeed, the design allows…
Private Boat Trip to Nena Beach Club When you think of the Caribbean you think of sun-kissed sand beaches and beautiful blue waters. Maybe you also think of lovely tanned bodies glistening in the sun, tropical cocktails, and chill music to relax by. When you're vacationing in Cartagena, that can mean only one thing—a day trip to Nena Beach Club on Playa…
Andante Allegro Vivace: Fine Italian Dining (Without the Fine Pricetag) When it comes to finding Italian food in Cartagena, you have a ton of options. But if you want some of the most delicious food in the city, come to Andante Allegro Vivace Vino y Cucina. Here you'll find a clean, elegant dining room and light, please authentically Italian entrees, appetizers, and…
Restaurante Mistura Restaurante Mistura was born in Medellin and has quickly franchised their wonderful experience across Colombia to Barranquilla and now Cartagena. That means you can experience the amazing food that has had native Colombians raving in this amazing Caribbean vacation destination. And make no mistakes, what made this place so popular to begin with is the food. While it doesn't look…
What is a Chiva? (Hint: It's Not your Father's Goat) What is a chiva? Literally, the word is Spanish and refers to a female goat but those folks sashaying down the sidewalk with big smiles on their faces aren't talking about riding around on livestock. In the modern sense, the word refers to brightly-colored buses that ferry party-goers around cities (or even…
One of the Best Restaurants in Colombia It's no secret that Cartagena has quickly become a haven for foodies. The number of spectacular restaurants and tiny bistros in the city has multiplied to where the city itself has become a vacation destination for people who love food. But if you're struggling to choose the best restaurant in Cartagena, you'll not have an…
An Amazing Gastronomic Melting Pot You might expect that a city like Cartagena (which has become an amazing gastronomic melting pot) would have some sinful temptations for those of us who crave something sweet. And you'd be right about that. What better way to refresh and delight a weary sightseer than with the cool, mouthwatering treat that is ice cream? In recent…
El Baron—Quite Possibly the Best Cocktail Bar in Cartagena There are no shortage of bars and nightclubs in Cartagena. This vibrant international city has retained its historic New World charm (with Old World embellishments) throughout the years but that hasn't stopped world-famous restaurateurs and innovative locals alike from creating one-of-a-kind hotspots in which tourists and vacationers can take in Cartagena's amazing nightlife…
How Much does it Cost to Rent a Boat or Yacht in Cartagena? Renting a Yacht in Cartagena is the Perfect Way to Getaway. There's no better way to see Cartagena than from the sea. This historic city has functioned as an essential seaport since the Spanish Colonial days. Even now the harbor is a bustling commercial port bringing in goods from…
Cartagena de Indias International Film Festival (FICCI) 59 Planning for the 59th iteration of the Cartagena de Indias International Film Festival (FICCI) 59 is picking up steam. Judges are accepting entrants into the festival until December of this year (2018) and the creative team in charge of this year's hottest international festival in Cartagena is arranging special guests, contacting amazing directors from…
An Institution in Cartagena El Coro has become an institution in Cartagena—no small task considering the sheer number of excellent bars and restaurants in which folks vacationing in Cartagena can experience an authentic night on the town complete with an excellent local meal and a signature cocktail or two. Indeed, El Coro is regularly listed high on "Top Ten" lists for lounges…
