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Inside Background
Architecture 
Cartagena is the place where all the main events happen by excellence, the...
Last edited: 08 September 2008
Health & Safety 
   Health and Safety A natural concern if planning a trip to Cartagena is...
Last edited: 20 July 2009
Recommended Reading 
There is not that much english information available on the net until now...
Last edited: 09 May 2006
Tourist Board Info 
If you’re thinking of going to Cartagena, you’re not going to find a wealth of...
Last edited: 24 July 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Thanks to its South American location, Cartagena enjoys a mild, tropical...
Last edited: 24 July 2006
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Inside Transportation
Getting Around 
Getting around Cartagena isn’t too difficult, if you have a basic idea where...
Last edited: 24 July 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
If you have a need to get out of Cartagena for the day and are looking for some...
Last edited: 22 June 2008
Events & Festivals 
Cartagena International Music Festival - January 9 to 16, 2010 The Cartagena...
Last edited: 03 August 2009
Museums & Attractions 
While in Cartagena, there are a few things that are considered must see...
Last edited: 14 March 2007
Nightlife 
There’s an active nightlife in Cartagena. Here, you can enjoy a balmy evening...
Last edited: 24 July 2006
Shopping 
Shopping in Cartagena is an interesting, mix of authentic, handcrafted items...
Last edited: 24 July 2006
Free Activities 
Folk dance groups Check the local schedule for performances by the local folk...
Last edited: 09 September 2008
Islas del Rosario 
The islands are not far away from Cartagena; so there is plenty of time to...
Last edited: 10 June 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
TIPS from Patrick from www.luxury-travel... Top restaurants in Cartagena are...
Last edited: 15 November 2009
Great Food and Atmospshere in Cartagena 
Favorite dining experiences in Cartagena, a culinary capital of South America...
Last edited: 14 July 2009
La Cevicheria 
Is one of the best Ceviches places in the world with an interesting menu of sea...
Last edited: 17 August 2008
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Last edited: 23 August 2009
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Inside Colombia: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The majority of foreign tourists travelling to Colombia will either visit...
Last edited: 02 March 2007
Crossing the Border 
Requirements for Entering Colombia and Visa Information: When entering Colombia...
Last edited: 14 January 2008
Emergencies 
Numbers to Call in case of Emergencies Bogota: 112 Police 153 D.A.S. 119 Fire...
Last edited: 04 October 2007
Important Phrases 
Words or Phrases for Beginners: Hola = Hello. Gracias = Thank You. Por Favor...
Last edited: 15 March 2007
Telephones 
May 9, 2006 Using land-line phone service inside Colombia is difficult and...
Last edited: 04 October 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
March 2007 In small restaurants, some people tip 1000 pesos or less (about...
Last edited: 27 January 2008
Personal Safety 
Review travel advisories through your government's foreign office website. They...
Last edited: 03 August 2008
Why Visit Colombia? 
There are many undiscovered reasons why foreigners should visit Colombia .  The...
Last edited: 24 April 2009
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