Tourism Forecast for Colombia as Vibrant Development Continues

Bogota has become known for its vibrant nightlife and social scene

South America is a popular destination for many British tourists looking to escape the modern world and immerse themselves in an authentic Latin environment. As Argentina and Brazil continue to welcome travellers from across the world, peripheral countries including Ecuador, Peru and Colombia have all made moves to increase their own tourism trade. And now, with the development of luxury accommodation, visitors to Bogota will be able to enjoy a luxurious high spec Marriott hotel in a beautiful South American setting.

After several decades of political and civil conflict, Colombia has firmly stamped its mark on the world as the latest tourist hotspot. Of course, to many the country still has connotations of it being a stereotypical drugs capital. Nowadays however, nothing can be further from the truth. Vibrant development in Bogota itself has led to a modern and cutting edge city adorned with skyscrapers, beautiful traditional architecture and open park spaces. Columbia's vibrant nightlife and social scene has also established the city as a hotspot of Latin America's city settings.

For travellers looking for breathtaking landscapes, Colombia offers some of the best there is to offer. Those with a penchant for heights can trek into the mountains, taking in the sights of the Amazon forest and jungle as they go. Meanwhile stretches of Caribbean beaches allow for sunbathing, surfing, whale watching and scuba diving.

The unveiling of the new 264-room Marriott hotel in the centre of Bogata shows that Columbia is not taking its tourism industry lightly. With a range of airlines providing flights for under £1,000 from London Heathrow, this new South American hotspot of is easily within reach.

Posted by Nigel, 10 August 2010 15:57

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