Cartagena Never Disappoints 🌴✨

Today, I visited the real-life inspiration for García Márquez's Love in the Time of Cholera—Cartagena. Even with sky-high expectations, this city still took my breath away. Though I only explored the Old Town, every corner was Insta-worthy. Must-Know Tips 👗 Outfit Advice: Wear your brightest dress—you’ll blend right in with the city’s colorful vibes. ☀️ Sun Protection: Double up on sunscreen, bring sunglasses 🕶️, a hat 👒, and a cover-up—or risk a nasty burn. ⚠️ Street Scams: Avoid the "rapper boys" who serenade you—they’ll demand tips. Just ignore them. Stay & Logistics 🏨 Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Cartagena Manga (decent but noisy—it faces the port). 🚕 Transport: Uber works here! 💰 Cash Only: ATMs are available, but stay alert. Foodie Highlights 🍽️ 📍 Restaurante Candé (reserve via Google Maps—we lucked out with bar seats!) 🍖 Must-Order: Crispy pork belly Seafood paella (huge portion—we took leftovers!) Beef empanadas 🌮 🍹 Drink Hack: Try Havana Club rum with Coke & lemon—DIY mojito vibes. Why I Loved It ❤️‍🔥 Cartagena’s magic isn’t just in its postcard streets—it’s in the global warmth of its visitors. For a moment, I saw that dreamy "global village" we all wish for. Leaving felt like saying goodbye to an old friend. I’ll be back. #CartagenaVibes #LoveInTheTimeOfCholera #WanderlustColombia