A Visit to Columbia's Famous Walled City
Photos/Video: North Palm Beach Life
By GERRY and PAMELA BARKER
North Palm Beach Life
CARTAGENA, Columbia_ After several days at sea, Carnival Miracle has docked here, a fortress city on the Caribbean Sea that played a key role in the expansion of the Spanish Empire since the early 1500s. Today, it's a thriving metropolis with towering skyscrapers that ring the harbor. We are here for a day and a night, giving us a great opportunity to experience the romance and history this city is famous for. Let's go!
North Palm Beach Life
CARTAGENA, Columbia_ After several days at sea, Carnival Miracle has docked here, a fortress city on the Caribbean Sea that played a key role in the expansion of the Spanish Empire since the early 1500s. Today, it's a thriving metropolis with towering skyscrapers that ring the harbor. We are here for a day and a night, giving us a great opportunity to experience the romance and history this city is famous for. Let's go!
Cartagena By Day...
Aboard the Party Boat...
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On the way back from the Walled City, it's PARTY-TIME! Pam joins the fun on "YMCA" (above) and shows her dance moves in the video (left). Read the Story on All Things Cruise |
A panoramic view of Cartagena harbor from the party boat
Cartagena by Night...
All too soon, it was time to get back on board Miracle and say goodbye to Cartagena