Competed with renowned destinations such as Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Cusco and Punta del Este
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Cartagena continues to consolidate as one of the most important tourist destinations on the continent. In the 2025 edition of the World Travel Awards, known as the “Óscar del Tourism”, the walled city was awarded for the seventh time as the “leading honeymoon destination in South America”, reaffirming its international prestige as an ideal place for romance and couple trips.
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This recognition highlights the unique charm of the heroic, a city that combines history, colonial architecture, Caribbean beaches and a vibrant cultural offer. The distinction not only positions Cartagena as a dream destination for recently married, but also promotes its image as a key point within luxury tourism and experiences in Latin America.
The organizers of the contest highlighted factors such as hospitality, high -end hotel infrastructure, international gastronomy and growth sustained in the number of foreign visitors. In addition, Cartagena has become a reference for the organization of destination weddings, private events and exclusive celebrations that attract tourists from all over the world.
Colombia continues to shine as a tourist destination. Cartagena received an important prize that strengthens him on the international tourist map. What is it about? We tell you.
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The city competed with renowned destinations such as Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Cusco and Punta del Este, managing to stand out again for its diverse offer and its ability to adapt to the new trends of romantic and experiential tourism. According to Procolombia data, the honey and wedding moons segment represents an expanding market, and Cartagena has managed to capture much of that international demand.
Local authorities and representatives of the tourism sector held the award as a collective victory. “This recognition is the result of the joint work between entrepreneurs, guides, operators and all actors in the Tourist Ecosystem of Cartagena,” said a spokesman for the District Tourism Secretariat. The award also represents an opportunity to continue strengthening the international promotion of the city and attract new investments.
With this achievement, Cartagena not only reaffirms its leadership in the region, but is projected as a jewel from the Colombian Caribbean in the eyes of the world. The distinction in the World Travel Awards 2025 strengthens the positioning of the country as an integral tourist destination, which offers security, quality of service and memorable experiences for travelers looking for love, history and culture in one place.
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