Colombia has completely transformed its image and is now a safe, fascinating travel destination with Caribbean beaches, coffee culture and the warmth of the Colombianos.
Sights
Cartagena is the colonial pearl on the Caribbean with a perfectly preserved old town. Medellín showcases impressive urban transformation and Pablo Escobar history. Bogotá offers culture, museums and the famous Gold Museum.
Cocora Valley with the world’s tallest wax palms is Instagram gold. The Coffee Triangle around Armenia showcases the best coffee culture in the world. Tayrona National Park offers gorgeous Caribbean beaches.
Tipping
Restaurants: 10% is customary, sometimes already included. Bars: 1000-2000 Pesos per drink. Taxis: Round up. Coffee tours: $2-5 USD per person. Hotels: 5000-10000 Pesos per day.
Traffic rules
Highway: 80-100 km/h
Rural roads: 60-80 km/h
Urban areas: 30-60 km/h
Mountain roads: 30-40 km/h
Important: Mountain roads are winding. Pico y Placa (driving restrictions based on license plate) in major cities. Motorcycles are everywhere. Alcohol limit: 0.2 per mille.
Currency & Payment
Colombia uses the Peso (COP). Card payment is widespread in cities. Cash is important for small shops and rural areas. US Dollars are rarely accepted.
¡Qué chimba! Colombians are extremely warm – the best hospitality in South America!
Important phone numbers
Emergency: 112
Police: 123
Fire department: 119
Ambulance: 125
Tourist police: 147
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