It All Begins HereMagical Caliza Journal
Stories, insights and inspiration from Cartagena.
NATURE & HIDDEN CARTAGENA
Turbaco vs. Totumo: Two Different Mud Volcano Experiences Near Cartagena
Two mud volcanoes, two very different ways to experience Cartagena. Discover what makes Turbaco different from the region’s best-known mud volcano and which experience may be right for your journey. read more»
CULTURE & HERITAGE
San Basilio de Palenque: A Living Legacy of Freedom
Discover a place where history is not simply remembered, but lived. San Basilio de Palenque offers a powerful connection to Colombia’s African heritage, ancestral traditions, music, language, and the enduring spirit of freedom.
CARIBBEAN
Beyond the Usual: Discovering Cartagena’s Caribbean Coast
Cartagena’s Caribbean side is more than a beautiful backdrop. From secluded coastal escapes and private boats to relaxed beach experiences, discover a more personal way to experience the sea beyond the usual tourist routes.
LOCAL LIFE
Rum, Tobacco & Crime: The Hidden Stories Behind Cartagena
Cartagena’s history is not only made of colonial walls and beautiful plazas. Behind its rum and tobacco traditions lies a more complex story of trade, power, smuggling, and crime that helped shape the Caribbean city. Discover the lesser-known stories behind Cartagena’s past.
TRAVEL INSIGHT
How to Experience Cartagena Beyond the Usual Tourist Routes
Cartagena has iconic places worth seeing, but the city reveals another side when you move beyond the usual itinerary. Discover how private experiences, local connections, hidden places, and a slower pace can transform the way you experience Cartagena.