I believe the vast majority of Colombians are extremely generous and caring people. Friendly and outgoing, and willing to share what they have with those in need. However, not everyone has the same opinion of the Colombian people as me. Let us see if we can find some evidence to support my perception. The Colombian … [Read more…]
Barranquilla Carnival is the second biggest street carnival in the world, drawing in 1.5 million people to the city. Only the Rio Carnival in Brazil can boast a bigger audience, and when you consider other famous global carnivals, such as Notting Hill-London, Mardi Gras-New Orleans, and Cologne-Germany, that’s quite an impressive feat. Barranquilla Carnival is … [Read more…]
This is a List of the best Colombian cities and towns which remain unspoilt by tourism and commercialisation. Ideal for the tourists who prefer, a more authentic Colombian experience. None of these destinations are secret. Most of them are tourist hotspots already. They just haven’t been taken over, and ruined by tourism quite yet. CLICK … [Read more…]
If you dont know what an e-reader is, then you must have been living on a desert island. Write us an article about it Write for Us. Go and google ebook as soon as possible to enlighten yourself. I know many of you will also be hard copy snobs. Dam your hard copy snobbery. Though I … [Read more…]
Pope Francis Schedule now includes a visit Colombia in 2017!!!…at last a Pope is coming! In 2016 Pope Francis promised to schedule a visit to Colombia, if and when, a peace deal was agreed. President Santos duly delivered. The FARC signed on the dotted line in Cuba. The Colombian government ratified the peace accord at the end … [Read more…]
‘Where the artists, beach bums and bohemian types gather to live the Colombian dream’. Baranquilla and Santa Marta, two Colombian cities on the Atlantic coast, well known for their beautiful beaches and Caribbean lifestyle. But the crowds and commercialisation of these tourist traps make them unattractive to many. If you are looking for solitude somewhere … [Read more…]
The Travelmono.com team never passes up the chance to try a few good wines. For the sake of bringing you the best wine reviews possible. We have indulged ourselves on five wines we believe you all should try at least once this year. If you agree with us, then we are sure you will be … [Read more…]
The Colombian government in 2005 made the Bandeja Paisa (Paisa Tray) the national dish of Colombia. The Bandeja Paisa took its name from the Paisa region of Colombia. An area consisting of the departments of Antioquia, Caldas, Risaralda and Quindío (and some areas of North Calle del Cauca and West Tolima). Its origins are not fully known, and … [Read more…]