This Is Cartagena.
The definitive guide to Cartagena, Colombia. Everything you need to have an inspirational stay in Colombia’s Caribbean gem. We help good people (you and our special travel partners) do great things.
The Original Guide to Cartagena
Steeped in history, Colombia’s Caribbean gem, has in recent years become a contemporary haven for gourmands, culture vultures, novelists and filmmakers. Explore the city’s cultural heritage, eat well and skip town to the Rosario Islands for a wonderful tropical break from the routine.
Looking for something in particular?
Boats & Beaches in Cartagena.
Rent a boat and head to the idyllic Rosario Islands. Yacht you waiting for?
Discover Cartagena’s Top Tours.
Get closer to nature, or experience an unforgettable adventure with the fun-loving locals.
How to Eat Well in Cartagena.
Enjoy Cartagena’s top restaurants, tasty cooking classes and culinary escapades.
Feel the Love in Cartagena.
Find romance in every corner of the most romantic city in the Caribbean.
What’s Happening in Cartagena.
Get on the guest list for the hottest happenings and events in Cartagena.
Magical Colombian Journeys.
Go beyond Cartagena and experience one of our inspirational Colombian journeys.
Do Some Good This Vacay.
Give to receive. Leave a little bit of you in Cartagena and help make a difference.
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Meaningful Journeys.
Dive headlong into a voyage of meaningful connections. A journey that starts to connect you and your hosts from the moment you book and culminates with a magical life-changing encounter that will travel with you for the rest of your life.
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Tours de Force (for Good).
More than just a picture opportunity, our tours are good for you and good for the city. Scratch beneath the surface of Colombia, meet inspirational change makers and help them to transform the country for good.
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Slow Food Culinary Treats.
Enjoy Colombia’s culinary charms with meals that are good for you and good for Colombia. Eat better knowing that your money is helping support hard-working farmers and enrich Colombian soil.
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Life-Changing Events.
Transformational travel that brings you into contact with people that will change your life while you change theirs. Authentic experiences and immersions that will send you home a better person.
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Eco-Friendly Boats.
Soak up the sun and sea with a feel good breeze with carbon neutral boat rentals in Cartagena. Your day at sea helps plant trees and mangroves, reducing your carbon footprint on your Colombian vacation.
Let’s Get Planning.
Seen something you like? Want to make the most of your trip with one of This Is Travel’s Colombia tried and tested and totally trustworthy travel experts?
With a little more information about your travel needs, we’ll be happy to draw up a completely bespoke vacation for you and your loved ones. All of our Colombian journeys start with a free consultation with one of our network of truly talented travel advisors.