Great Escapes

Cartagena , Colombia

What's the Draw: The energetic city of Cartagena lies on the Caribbean coast of Colombia and dates back to 7000 B.C. Today a mix of Spanish colonial and Caribbean influences characterizes it.
Who You'll See: Lauren Santo Domingo, Salma Hayek, Bill Clinton
Why It's Worth the Airfare: The still relatively undiscovered city of Cartagena is heaven for music lovers. Take in meringue, salsa, or Cuban, and listen to guitarists who stroll the streets or dance to techno in the clubs. Musicians will follow you down the streets, and it's not unheard of to take one back to your villa to entertain while you and you friends party until dawn.

By Suzanne Weinstock May 2, 2011
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