Filed under: Arts and Culture, Hiking, Scuba Diving, Festivals and Events, Food and Drink, Photos, South America, Colombia, Ecotourism, Budget Travel, Travel SecurityIt's safe, it's affordable, and it's attracting travelers like never before. Colombia, the closest South American getaway to the United States, has seemingly appeared on just about every "hip new travel destination" list over the last few years, including the New York Times list of 31 Places to Go in 2010. So why is everyone raving about it? Here are ten reasons:
10. Medellin Named the world's most dangerous city only two decades ago thanks largely to the exploits of Pablo Escobar, Medellin has cleaned up its act in a big way since the drug lord's death in 1993. Nicknamed the City of Eternal Spring, Medellin's near-perfect climate, cosmopolitan atmosphere, and vibrant nightlife make it a must-visit Colombia destination.
If you can, schedule your trip so that you can witness Medellin's one-of-a-kind Feria de las Flores (Flower Festival) in early August. My fellow travelers who attended could not shut up about it. Check out Anthony Bourdain's thoughts on the city here.
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