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Cartagena to international travelers 2026

Tourist guide directional sign on a colonial street with travelers in the historical center of Cartagena.

If this is your first time visiting the city from out of Colombia, this guide brings together the practical information that is most question before the trip: entry requirements, currency, transportation, and security, for which you get with basic doubts have already solved.

Sustainable tourism in Cartagena: how to practice it

Two people practicing eco-friendly snorkeling among tropical fish and coral reefs in Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena receives each year millions of visitors, and the growth of tourism also brings a responsibility: to take care of the natural and cultural resources that make the city a destination so special. Sustainable tourism does not mean giving up nothing of the experience, but make decisions a little more aware of during the trip, […]

Neighborhoods of Cartagena: travel guide for the areas

Cobblestone street in Getsemaní neighborhood Cartagena featuring vibrant street art murals, colorful historic buildings, and flower balconies.

Cartagena is not a single area: it is a set of neighborhoods with very different personalities, and understand these differences before you travel helps you to decide where to stay and what to expect from each part of the city. From the colonial atmosphere of the Historical Center, to the life of the beach in […]

Airport of Cartagena: complete guide to 2026

Aerial view of Rafael Núñez International Airport in Cartagena showing airplanes on the tarmac with the Caribbean Sea and city skyline in the background.

The Rafael Núñez international airport is the gateway for most travelers arriving to Cartagena, and a good understanding of how it works before your flight makes the first contact with the city much easier. This guide summarizes what you need to know about the airport, the transport available and what to expect just you land. […]

Shopping in Cartagena: what to buy and where

Tourists shopping for crafts at a colorful market in Cartagena

Cartagena isn’t just a destination for beach days and nightlife — it’s also a wonderful place for senior travelers who want history, culture, and warm weather without an exhausting pace. With the right planning — calm areas, comfortable lodging, and activities that don’t require heavy physical exertion — the city is easy to enjoy at […]

Spa in Cartagena: relaxation and Caribbean wellness

Woman receiving a relaxing facial massage at a Cartagena spa

After a full day at the beach, walking around the Old Town, or sitting through work meetings, few things feel as good as a proper massage facing the ocean. Cartagena, Colombia, on top of its culture and food scene, has a growing wellness offering, with spas designed to round out just about any kind of […]