This is Part II of the photo essay about street life in Cartagena, Colombia. To see Part I, click here. David Lee took all the photos from Part I and I (Troy Floyd) took all the photos for Part II. It is interesting to see these photos from two people who visited the same place, that took different shots of the city. Styles vary hugely with photographers and this is a … [Read more...] about The Colorful Streets of Cartagena: Part II
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The Colorful Streets of Cartagena
Cartagena's charming colonial architecture helped earn it UNESCO World Heritage status. The old city is filled with enough character and colorful facades to keep any photographer engaged day after day. … [Read more...] about The Colorful Streets of Cartagena
Colombia’s Love Affair with Arepas
Arepas are a staple of the Colombian diet, and their ubiquity ensures most visitors to the country will try them either from street vendors, small shops, or as part of larger restaurant meals. According to Wikipedia, "The arepa is a flat, unleavened patty made of cornmeal which can be grilled, baked, or fried. The characteristics of the arepa vary from region to region: It … [Read more...] about Colombia’s Love Affair with Arepas
Confessions of an Introverted Traveler
A few years ago, back when I was working in an office with too little natural light, I had a memorable conversation with my company's HR person. It had to do with the way different people cultivate their personal energy. Her message was simple, and I've respected it ever since. Extroverts gain their energy from being with other people, and likely feel something is missing … [Read more...] about Confessions of an Introverted Traveler
My First 24 Hours in Cartagena
The Aires flight touched down at Cartagena's airport as scheduled, a few minutes shy of noon. Stepping off the plane, and onto the tarmac, the strong sun and heavy tropical humidity were already inducing my body to sweat profusely. One of the two baggage carousels was already surrounded by passengers who had arrived a few minutes earlier on an Avianca flight. I staked out … [Read more...] about My First 24 Hours in Cartagena
