The best way to soak in that true Caribbean flavor in Cartagena is to take a day trip to one (or more) of the Rosario Islands—a boat ride away. Within 40 minutes you’ll be frolicking in beautiful white sand, splashing in crystal clear waters, and partying like a rock star (surrounded by beautiful people) in some of the most gorgeous surroundings anywhere in the world.
Eteka Slow Beach Lounge is a Semi-Private Beach Escape Just Minutes from Cartagena Just minutes away from the hustle and bustle at the heart of Cartagena, Colombia is an oasis of calm and connection to nature that can help weary travelers reset their inner alignment and refresh for a day (or more). Eteka Slow Beach Lounge is a semi-private getaway on an…
Sunset Sailing Evening Cruises in Cartagena Cartagena is a city of romance and passion—the ultimate distillation of the Colombian spirit. By day, the beautiful people flock to the beaches or head for the yachts and charter cruises into the Rosario Islands. By night, the city comes alive with the sound of music, the sway of Spanish dancing, and the scents of food…
Private Boat Charter vs Public Boat Tour When you're vacationing in Cartagena, you simply have to make time to see a little of the coastline (and the amazing islands nearby) by sea. There's no better way to truly experience life outside the historic port city than by getting out on a private boat charter, feeling the spray splash up to cool your…
75 Miles of Beaches What would a trip to a Caribbean Paradise be without a day (or more) at the beach? Sun, sand, surf, and maybe even a few tropical drinks thrown in for good measure—it’s the perfect way to “waste” a day while vacationing in Cartagena. And with nearly 75 miles of beaches within easy travelling distance of the urban heart…
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…
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…
Day Trip to the Islands Most people come to Cartagena because of the history, the charm, and the food but there are some folks for whom no vacation is complete without a day (or two) on a beach somewhere with a cold drink in their hands and the sea breeze ruffling their hair. For those folks Cartagena offers up its islands—real treasures…
Feria Internacional Colombia Nautica Boat Show Comes to Cartagena One of South America’s biggest international boat shows is calling Cartagena home this year. 2017’s Feria Internacional Colombia Nautica will be held in Cartagena on April 27th through the 30th. Cartagena’s historic harbor will be packed with some of the best new boats and affordable used ones as well. This boat show brings…
Rent a Boat for the November Festivals in Cartagena We offer luxury vacation home rentals in Cartagena because we truly believe the best way to vacation in Colombia is by living like a local—even if it’s only for a week or two. And there’s no better way to do just that than to put yourself in the heart of the action. That’s…
Cartagena’s Party Island Close your eyes and imagine the Caribbean sun glistening on skin the color of caramel. See the throngs of beautiful people wearing nothing much more than bathing suits and sun tan oil. Watch as they dance waist-deep in the bright blue waters to music spilling in from every direction that seduces with its bass beat. Taste the beer, the…
Boating in Islas del Rosario (Rosario Islands) Undoubtedly, one of the jewels in Colombia’s crown, the Rosario Islands can only be described as a slice of tropical heaven and an amazing place to go boating. Turquoise blue waters gently lap white sandy beaches, bordered by lush forests of natural vegetation. Home to some of Colombia’s most beautiful beaches, gin-clear waters teem with…
Playa Blanca Playa Blanca on the Isla de Baru (Baru Island) is one of the most popular tourist destinations around Cartagena—and it’s easy to see why. While many of the beaches near and around the city itself are far from spectacular in comparison, Playa Blanca offers soft, white sands, crystal clear turquoise water, colorful tropical fish, local delicacies like ceviche, and tasty…
Diving in Colombia's Rosario Islands Surrounded by warm, breathtakingly blue waters alive with colorful corals with shoals of fish such as queen and french angel fish, blue tang, pinfish, spadefish, snapper, cowfish, creole and barracuda among others, diving in Colombia's Rosario Islands offer some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving in the world. Made up of 30 pint-sized islets, some of…