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…
Restaurant Carmen, Cartagena Restaurant Carmen fine dining restaurant in Cartagena is one of the best around. Part of family restaurants spread throughout Colombia, Carmen specializes in excellent food paired with top-tier service. Indeed, this is the restaurant that locals and travelers in-the-know recommend to each other when they're looking for someplace to host a special dinner—be it an anniversary, a birthday, or…
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…
Gorgeous Venue with Authentic Flavor It's not hard to find good restaurants in Cartagena. In fact, the number of excellent places to grab a bite to eat makes it a bit overwhelming when trying to choose just one. But if you're only in Cartagena for a short vacation, Alma Restaurant is a must. This gorgeous little restaurant is elegant and quaint with…
New Year in Cartagena When you think of New Year's Eve, Times Square in New York City might come to mind. But why spend the holiday freezing in subzero temperatures crammed in like sardines with hundreds of thousands of strangers watching a glittering ball drop? Why not spend the holiday somewhere warm and sexy, somewhere tropical, somewhere with historic roots that run…
Open Air Bar that Looks Over the Caribbean Sean There are a lot of beautiful places in Cartagena to simply sit and enjoy the natural beauty of this exotic vacation getaway but one of the most picturesque spots is Café Del Mar. Café Del Mar is a cozy little open air bar that sits atop Cartagena's iconic wall overlooking the Caribbean Sea.…
Chic Souvenirs for Discerning Travelers at AJA Company No vacation in Cartagena would be complete without bringing home a few souvenirs to remember this glorious city by. But much of the touristy locations you'll come across sell the same low-quality products by the bagful. While this is a great way to stock up on trinkets for far-flung family and friends, when you…
World-renown Artists, Performance Groups, and Students For the twelfth year running Cartagena will once again come alive with the music of hundreds of world-renown artists, performance groups, and students next year. The 2019 Cartagena International Music Festival is scheduled for January 4-13, 2019. Since 2007, organizers have brought classical music in all its forms home to this historic Caribbean city for an…
