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South America

Cartagena travel tips: what to know before you go

In recent years, Colombia is steadily turning into a popular tourist destination. For those who are just discovering this South American country, the most frequently asked questions are: is it worth visiting?  If so, where to go and for how long? The most often visited cities in Colombia are Bogota,
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City Of Flowers

Water pours down from the night sky as if from a shower faucet. We're standing on a narrow wooden balcony, arms outstretched with kitchen pots, collecting water for tea. The plumbing in the house has broken down. Heavy drops fall into the pots with a loud “ding!”, playing
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Cartagena: foodie guide

Colombian cuisine is a fusion of various South American,  Caribbean and European recipes.  It is less spicy than Mexican cuisine and you will see (and taste) a lot of seafood everywhere. Even for those who prefer meat over fish, I'd suggest to try freshly caught and wonderfully cooked
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Cartagena, Colombia: essential guide

Cartagena, Colombia is a Caribbean jewel that still remains very little known to American tourists. Big cruise liners usually have a day stop in Cartagena, so passengers have a chance to stroll the narrow  streets, some of which are three or four centuries old, stock up on souvenirs and maybe
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