Coliving in Cartagena

Cartagena is home to white sands, palm trees, and world-renowned coral reefs. Placed perfectly on the Caribbean Coast, this beautiful city is a coliving dream. With tropical weather, Cartagena is a popular beach destination inviting visitors from all over the world.

An essential port on the northern coast of Columbia, Cartagena plays a critical role in the import and export industries. The city continues to be an economic hub for maritime transport, petrochemicals, and of course, tourism. The city's wealth continues to increase as more and more visitors begin to admire and appreciate the architectural beauty that the city has to offer.

Dubbed the safest city in Columbia, it is perfect for sightseeing and experiencing all it has to offer. Cartagena has charming cobblestone streets leading to vibrant architecture and culture to match. Exploring the Old City is an absolute must as it places you in the heart of the walled city La Ciudad Amurallada, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Remember to pick up a keepsake from one of the many locals occupying the streets with all sorts of trinkets and souvenirs.

Museo de la Esmeralda is dedicated to emeralds. Columbia is famous for its emeralds so it makes sense that they have a dedicated area to showcase their finds proudly. You can learn all about how the emeralds are mined. There is no entrance fee here, giving you more money to spend at the jewelry store at the end.

Cartagena also has some of the most amazing street art and even offers graffiti tours to educate you about the artists and what the street arts represent. You will also find some of the best food here.

The city has fantastic restaurants and delis, but street food is phenomenal. Between some of the most delicious Columbian meals and the freshest and most exotic fresh fruit, you cannot go wrong.

So beach lovers, head to Playa Blanca. Some spots like Islas del Rosario are worth the day trip, consisting of 27 islands with plenty to see and do. The island claims many coral reefs that are home to many different marine life types, making it one of the best places to go snorkeling.

As a commercial and tourism hub, the city provides a highly efficient and effective transport sector. One of the best ways to get around Cartagena is via Uber cars, and it is simple, safe, and reliable. The traditional yellow taxi and private cabs are also popular.

With Cartagena being so affordable to live and with so much to see and experience, it does not take long to fall in love with this vibrant city. Cartagena is chosen by many as a coliving destination giving it a sizeable digital community. You will never be far away from a like-minded soul.

Here are some fun facts about Cartagena:

- Volcan de Lodo El Totumo is a traditional no-frills mud volcano where you can take a bubbly mud bath
- Because of Cartagena's status as a tourist destination, you can fly directly there from most major cities
- In 2015 a diver discovered a shipwreck just off the Cartagena coast with over $17 billion in treasure and gold inside
- The city is surrounded by a wall that protected it against pirates and invaders