The first leg of my Colombia trip was in Cartagena! This was my first time in South America. We spent three and a half days walking around the old city and Getsamaní, exploring cafes and bars, sunset sailing, and learning about the rich African history in San Basilio de Palenque (the first free town in the Americas). We didn't have time to explore any beaches or islands (plus, I am still recovering from a finger injury so I didn't want to get my finger wet), but I absolutely loved everything we did there. WARNING: you will need to bring some extra memory cards, because I could NOT stop taking out my camera and phone for pictures every 10 seconds. The colonial architecture is stunning, especially paired with all the colorful flowers and street fruit carts around... all of it was just magical.

I also included all prices of what we did and ate in this video! Thought it might be helpful to know how to budget if you decide to come. The USD conversion is approximate (but pretty accurate), of course depending on the exchange rate of the day...

Stay tuned for my next vlog in: Medellín! The City of Eternal Springs ⛰

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Our Airbnb in Getsamaní: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/30589963...

Tours:
Old City and Getsamaní FREE Walking Tours https://freetourcartagena.com/en/home...
Sunset Sailing Tour https://www.viator.com/tours/Cartagen...
Palenque Tour https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/13...

☕ Coffee Shops/Cafes:
➢ Epoca Espresso Bar
➢ Ábaco Libros y Café (cute bookstore/coffee shop hybrid)
➢ Café del Mural

Where we ate/drink:
➢ La Casa de Socorro
➢ El Arsenal, The Rum Box (rum bar with lots of complimentary goodies)
➢ Restaurante Celele (unique culinary experience, reservations needed)
➢ Bar Selina (hostel rooftop bar)
➢ Restaurante Espíritu Santo
➢ Crepes & Waffles
➢ El Barón (nice cocktail bar)
➢Vive Restaurante Bar Colombiano (local restaurant with good prices)

Music in this video (by Epidemic Sound):
➢ "La Balada de Pablo" Martin Landstrom
➢ "Simulated Prana" Matt Large
➢ "Just One Of Those Things" Victor Lundberg
➢ "Brasil" (Instrumental Version) Clara Mendes
➢ "Tropicalia do Norte" El Equipo Del Norte
➢ "The Sunny Side" Peace Reels
➢ "Abuela Canela" (Instrumental Version) Cumbia Connection
➢ "Gatman" Don Bacilon

What I Use to Edit/Film:
➢Sony Cybershot DSCRX100
➢iPhone 11
➢Final Cut Pro X

‍ ABOUT ME:
My name is Julie and I was born and raised in sunny California, but moved to NYC in April 2021. I love to travel, try new foods, and paint plant pots. I work a 95 job, but spend my weekends and holidays off traveling the world. Stay tuned!

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