Today, Colombia is blossoming as a hub of culture, music, and eco-tourism. The streets of Medellin, once considered among the most dangerous, now resonate with art, innovation, and a youthful vibe.

Rental cars are available in Cartagena (an international driving permit is required), but the U.S. State Department advises against driving in Colombia due to lax traffic laws and poor infrastructure.

Jet fuel shortages have led airlines operating in Colombia to reschedule ... levels at Bogotá were reaching dangerous lows. The electrical failure at the Cartagena refinery on Aug, 16 was ...