CARIBBEAN REGION

Known as “la arenosa” (the sandy one), “curramba la bella,” and “Puerta de Oro” (Golden Gate), Barranquilla is one of the main cities in the Caribbean region and a prime tourist destination, hosting one of the country’s most important festivals, the Barranquilla Carnival. It also features one of Colombia’s most significant ports.

Climate: Average temperature is 27.4°C…

What to wear: Fresh clothing to withstand the heat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.