Cartagena & Caribbean Colombia Handbook [Paperback]

Bursting with color, history and fine colonial architecture, Cartagena is the emerald in Colombia's crown and Spain's finest legacy in the Americas. Sparkling coral islands, tropical beaches, snow capped mountains and dense jungle are all within easy reach, and this Handbook will help you make the most of this vibrant destination.Bursting with color, history and fine colonial architecture, Cartagena is the emerald in Colombia's crown and Spain's finest legacy in the Americas. Within easy reach of this lively city are sparkling coral islands, tropical beaches, snow capped mountains and the mysterious Ciudad Perdida, high on many a traveler's list of Latin American adventures. Includes information on the extraordinarily beautiful islands of San Andres and Providencia Practicalities section with essential advice on getting there and around. Highlights map and inspirational color section, so you know what not to miss. Reliable listings that you can trust, including where to eat, sleep and relax. Detailed street maps for Cartagena, Barranquilla, and other key destinations in the region. Slim enough to fit in your pocket.From the historical towns of Mompos and Santa Marta to trekking through the steamy jungle, Footprints updated 3rd edition will help you navigate this vibrant destination.1) Planning your trip 2) Cartagena & the Caribbean Coast (Cartagena; Around Cartagena; Barranquilla; Santa Marta; East to Venezuela; San Andr?s and Providencia) 3) Practicalities 4) FootnotesAnna Maria Espsater, originally from Sweden, first moved to Mexico at 20, enjoying the culture shock, spicy food and sunny weather. She has since returned repeatedly for shorter and longer stays. Now based in London, she works as a freelance travel and food writer, chasing the ambition of visiting every country in the world. With 90 visited to date she has a way to go yet, but remains undaunted despite surviving tropical disease, earthquakes, assault and armed robbery on the road. Ben Box - One olĂ2