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Unesco World Heritage Site
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- Round Trip Airfare from Miami
- Departure Taxes
- 5 Nights Hotel Accommodations
- 4 Nights VIP Party Service
- Transfers to Clubs
- Cover Entrances
- Vip Access (no waiting in line)
- Private Guides
- Tickets and Table at the Pageant's Swimsuit Competition ($175 value)
- Boat Party to see Desfile de Balleneras ($250 value)
- Airport Pick-up/Drop-off
- Tour of Cartagena
- 24 Hour On-Location Staff
- Daily Breakfast Buffet
- Departure Taxes and Fees
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Traveling Alone & Need a Roommate? Fill out our roommate request form.
* Packages can be customized, as long as it is within the dates of the package.
** Prices can change due to availability
*** We can provide airfare from anywhere in the world
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Sample Itinerary:
Day 1 - Depart from the United States to Cartagena, Colombia.
TGW Staff will be at airport to pick you up and take you to your hotel. Today will be a free day to relax. At 10:30pm you will be picked up and taken to one of Cartagena's hottest spots.
Day 2 - You can also go check out the Batalla de Las Flores Parade, which starts at 2:30 PM in Avenida Santander. We will be offering an option to purchase entrances to check out the parade from some VIP grand stand next to the parade route. At 9:00 PM we will pick you up at your hotel for dinner and a welcome drink at a local restaurant and then head to one of Cartagena's best clubs for a night of partying.
Day 3 - 2:00 PM Pick-up for 1/2 Day City Tour. Tour will consist of La Popa, CTG's Historic Center, Castillo de San Felipe and other Tourist Attractions. 11:00 Pick-up for Night of Partying.
Day 4 - Today is the Desfile de Balleneras. We will be picking you up at noon to go to the boat party. At 11:00 PM Pick-up at your hotel to check out one of the hottest parties during "El Reinado".
Day 5 - Free day to relax. Pick-up at (TBD Time) for the Swimsuit Competition at the Hilton Hotel in El Laguito. The swimsuit competition is one of the best events of the week with tons of Jet-Set and a concert featuring a popular Latin artist. After the competition, it will be your free night.
Day 6 - Depart back to your respective cities.
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The Facts
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Cartagena was recently named by Frommers as one of 9 destinations to visit. Although Colombia has gotten a bad rap throughout the years, Cartagena, Colombia is one of the safest cities in South America. You may be asking yourself, "Why is this one of the best times to travel to Cartagena?”. The biggest reasons are the atmosphere and the parties. The city erupts with media coverage, famous people, and the country's jetsetters (from Bogota, Medellin, Cali) as they come to enjoy a week of parties, parades, and nightlife. Some of the hottest clubs from the major cities close down during this week to open up shop at special venues throughout Cartagena
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- Flight Time: 2.5 Hrs from Miami, 5.5 Hrs from NYC, 8 Hrs from LAX, 12 Hrs from London
- Main Airports: Rafael Nunez Airport (CTG)
- Language:Spanish
- Weather:Year Round it’s between 70F & 90F
- Currency:Pesos, 1800 – 2500 Pesos/Dollar
- Population:1,200,000
- Tourist Attractions:Rosario Islands, Walled City, La Popa, San Felipe Castle, Gold Museum
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National Beauty Pageant Pictures:
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Why Should You Travel to Cartagena for the National Beauty Pageant?
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- The Party Atmosphere – Not only does the city celebrate the National Beauty Pageant, but Cartagena also celebrates its independence. The city will be packed with things to do such as the Batalla de Flores (parade on Cartagena’s main avenue where the contestants are on floats), Desfile en Ballaneras in the Bay of Cartagena (this is a parade where the beauty contestants are paraded by marines as their entourage follows them in yachts, sailboats and speedboats), and the Swimsuit Competition at the Hilton Hotel.
- The People – The Colombian people are some of the friendliest and most beautiful people in the world. The great thing about these dates is that it’s a national event so people from all over the country travel to Cartagena to party that week. The city erupts with media coverage, famous people, and the country's jetsetters (from Bogota, Medellin, Cali) as they come to enjoy a week of parties, parades, and nightlife.
- The National Beauty Pageant – The Colombian woman is one of Colombia’s national treasures. How can you not celebrate some of the most beautiful women in the country competing to win the crown. In 2008, Taliana Vargas represented Colombia in Miss Universe and came in second, although many had her winning the crown and becoming the most beautiful woman in the world!
- Cartagena, The City – Cartagena is one of the most beautiful cities we provide packages to. It was named an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984 and has been called the Venice of South America.
- Purchasing Power – The Colombian peso has been fluctuating between 2000 & 2500 to the US Dollar in the past couple of years. The dollar, euro & pound will go a long way in Colombia.
- The Weather – The average temperature in Cartagena is about 80 degrees year round and is about that for the National Beauty Pageant. It’s definitely great beach weather and a great way to get away from the cold in November!
- Islas Rosario (Rosario Islands) – This is definitely a place to check out while you are in Cartagena. It’s a small archipelago located south of the Bay of Cartagena, only one hour away by boat. Its crystal clear waters and multi-colors are great for recreational diving.
- Safety – Cartagena is a very safe city and a lot safer than a lot of cities in North America. Everyone’s perception of Colombia is that it’s dangerous. Colombia is like any other country where you will be in danger if you are doing something or being somewhere where you’re not supposed to be.
- The TGW Experience – We are not just in the travel business, but also in the experience business. We want you to experience the destination and all that it has to offer especially if you are looking to party. We offer a no-hassle solution to make your stay in Cartagena for the National Beauty Pageant a vacation of a lifetime!
- Group Experience – Whether you are traveling alone or with a group of friends, this is definitely a great way to visit an incredible destination and enjoy a group atmosphere. This is not your normal grandpa/grandma tour group, but cool party people from all over the world.
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All of the accommodations offered on our site have been personally inspected by TGW to uphold the utmost quality standards of our travelers. We base our selection on Service, Cleanliness, and Location. TGW offers 5 star, 4 star, & 3 star accommodations.
| Sofitel Santa Clara Hotel | Star Level:5 | Location: Old City | Popularity: 1 |
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Once a seventeenth-century convent, Sofitel Cartagena Santa Clara has been converted into one of the top lodgings in the Caribbean coast city of Cartagena. The Sofitel Santa Clara is located in the historic heart of the city. acilities are up to the standard of any of the world's best hotels, from the business center to the swimming pool and Turkish bath. |
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| Capilla del Mar Hotel | Star Level:4 | Location: Boca Grande Beach | Popularity: 1 |
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Located on one of the most beautiful beaches in Cartagena, this 22 story, 200 room modern hotel offers deluxe accommodations. Only 10 minutes from the Walled City and surrounded by numerous cafes, cantinas and nightclubs; its Bocagrande location is ideal for easy access to all that Cartagena has to offer.
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| Cartagena Plaza Hotel | Star Level:3 | Location: Boca Grande Beach | Popularity: 2 |
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The Cartagena Plaza Hotel is located in Bocagrande neighborhood facing the beach and at a small walking distance of casinos, restaurants, discos, shopping centers, and other attractions. The property is 15 minutes from CTG Rafael Nunez International Airport and five minutes from the Pier and the Old City. |
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| Decameron Cartagena Hotel | Star Level:3 | Location: Boca Grande Beach | Popularity: 2 |
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Located in front of the beach in Boca Grade’s modern commercial district, Decameron Cartagena is a perfect destination for fun and relaxation by day, and exciting nightlife from dusk till dawn. In addition to its exclusive location and beautiful bayside balcony views, this Decameron Cartagena offers a wide variety of activities to suit all tastes.
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What’s Included in the VIP Service:
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Cartagena has incredible nightlife and parties during these times of the year for three specific reasons:
1. Clubs from the biggest cities in Colombia (Bogota, Medellin, Cali) set up shop in Cartagena during High-Season. 2. Colombian Jet-setters from all over the world and Colombia flock to Cartagena during these dates.3. Incredible Looking People - Some of the hottest guys and girls from all over the country will be partying in Cartagena.
What's Included in the VIP Service:
- VIP Access into the hottest club/party each night
- International VIP Host
- Covers into Clubs
- Front of the Line
- Transportation to/from the Clubs
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Why Do you Need TGW in Cartagena for the National Beauty Pageant?
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- You do not want to miss out on the best events & parties. –We make sure that you get into all of the best events, nightlife and parties during the National Beauty Pageant. The city is extremely packed during this time, so getting into the best clubs will be hard much less getting access to a table. The two biggest and most fun events during the National Beauty Pageant (Swimsuit Competition & Desfile en Balleneras) are already included in your package and are two of the most difficult to have access to.
- No Hassles – All you have to do is show up. We have everything already set and we allow you flexibility as well.
- 24/7 On Location Staff – We will have VIP Hosts with the group each night & 24/7 On-location staff in Cartagena. The VIP Hosts are there to make sure you have a great time and are there to answer your questions or help you with any emergency.
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How’s The Nightlife?
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- Music – The nightlife scene in Cartagena is dominated by Reggaeton, Tropical (Salsa, Merengue, Vallenato), Pop, & Electronic Dance Music.
- Dress Code – The dress code in Cartagena is chic casual meaning that you can get away with a cool t-shirt, jeans and nice kicks. No suit or slacks are required, but make sure you don’t wear shorts and sandals.
- Times – The nightlife in Cartagena starts at about 11/11:30pm and ends at 4am
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By traveling with TGW, your nights are already set. As far as daily activities, Cartagena has a lot to offer. Chilling on the Beach, Relaxing, or taking one of the Optional Excursions we offer.
Activities range from a Historical Tour of Cartagena to checking out Islas Rosario (Rosario Islands).
Please look below to check out the Optional Activities we currently offer in Cartagena.
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Desfile en Balleneras
Type: Already Included in your package
Minimum: NA The desfile de Balleneras is one of the funnest events of "El Reinado". It is a parade on the water in the Cartagena Bay where the Beauty Contestants are paraded by the Marines as their entourage follows them in yachts, sailboats, and speed boats. It's a festive event in that everyone is partying in their boats (Expect Great Music, Bikinis, Tons of Beer, & Water Balloon Fights).
The desfile is already included in your package. It includes Transportation, Boat Access, 2 Complimentary Drinks, & Guides.
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National Beauty Pageant Swimsuit Competition
Type: Already Included
Minimum: NA Contestants parade in swimsuits around the pool of Cartagena’s Hilton Hotel. This part of the contest is transmitted live on TV. There are also performances by some of Colombia’s best music artists. Transportation to the competition, guides and your entrance ticket are included.
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Cartagena City Tour
Type: Must See
Minimum: 1 person The tour takes you to Cartagena's Principle Sites of Interest:
- La Popa, 400 year old monastery with a spectacular view of Cartagena
- Fortress of San Felipe, built in 1657 and used by the Spanish to protect city
- The Walled City, plazas and streets of Cartagena, the Cathedral and more...
Tour Includes: Transportation, English Speaking Guide, and entrances into all sites.
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Islas del Rosario
Type: Must See
Minimum: 1 person One hour's boat ride through the Bay of Cartagena will bring you to the Rosario Islands National Park. The waters around the islands make for an impressive open water aquarium, where you can see dolphins, sharks, giant turtles, and all kinds of tropical reef fauna. The islands are coral formations which have grown in size over hundreds of years, so just about anywhere you will find good snorkling.
Tour Includes: Boat Ride to/from Islands, Guide, and Lunch.
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Tour of Totumo Volcano & La Boquilla
Type: Must See
Minimum: 1 person The Totumo Volcano is the tallest mud volcano in the world. You can enter the crater and take a mud bath, which is enormous fun and highly recommended. Afterwards you can wash off the mud in the nearby laguna. After the Totumo Volcano, the tour heads to La Boquilla, a nearby fishing village, for lunch and to relax on the beach.
Tour Includes: Transportation in Air Conditioned Vehicle, Entrance into Volcano, Guide and Lunch. |
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We offer these additional services & products to make your stay in Cartagena a vacation of a lifetime!
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Travel Insurance (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
Price: As low as $80.00
Travel Insurance is highly recommended for all of our clients. You never know what can happen before or during your vacation. Whether it's your trip, your possessions, your luggage, or your health, travel insurance has become an essential item to pack for smart travelers. Whether your flight has been cancelled, you can't travel because of sickness or work, or even if you have been laid off and can't afford to go on vacation, travel insurance will cover it.
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These are some packages that you can add on to the current package. They are pretty close geographically so they are great additions if you want to stay longer and check out other parts of the world.
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