viernes, 14 de noviembre de 2014

NICHE TOURISM


ADVENTURE TOURISM


extreme tourism, can be considered sports and adventure, in the city of Bogota is not done, but its surroundings approximately three to four hours can be found, paragliding, rock or mountain climbing etc.


however in Bogota can be developed not extreme adventure activities like rock climbing, paintball, Kart Championship - Scuba Diving.


CULTURAL TOURISM

MUSEO DEL ORO


if a tourist wants to know about Colombian culture, it is good to start a tour of the Gold Museum, which discloses the beliefs and old Colombian tribes through sculptures made of gold.



MUSEO BOTERO 




Botero was a Colombian artist who through his bronze sculptures and paintings showing facts and historical moments of Colombians; This transmits the culture change after colonization,
also shows the way to see the beautiful women who are fat and hairy.



CULINARY TOURISM


there is no better place to meet Colombian food in the old Candelaria district, in its various streets can find typical restaurants, shops and jumbles, and can not miss the famous girl in the Chorro de Quevedo.


MILITARISM HERITAGE TOURISM


It is a historical museum, where through the work of the Armed Forces, their weapons and items supplied independence is taught, freedom, the formation of the different armed forces and the preservation of democracy in our country with the evolution flag and shield of the Republic of Colombia.


ECOTOURISM


In Bogotá there are around wetlands conservation, where a visit will teach its importance to our lives


AESTHETIC TOURISM






lunes, 27 de octubre de 2014

BOGOTA COUSINE



In the city of Bogota are very typical soups and broths, where the main ingredients of the Creole cuisine are the variety of potatoes and meat, plus there are several typical products of Colombia as are the "amasijos" of corn and cheese; More over it is very easy to find natural juices down the street like wanabana, orange, tangerine and pawpaw.


The history of cuisine Bogotana started  in northern Colombia with combination traditions among the cultures  indigenous, African and Spanish.

their  best contribution to the Bogota cooking are the soups and "Amasijos" types combiando your cooking with variety of fruits Colombians were created
"melados" that accompanying with cheeses and curds.

Where to find unforgettable food

Any list of restaurants and bars has to include Andres Carne de Res (Andres) in Chia. Go with a group of friends, order chicharones, papas criollas, arepa de choclo and any of their many steaks, and wash it all down with a bottle of aguardiente.

TYPICAL BREAKFAST 





TYPICAL LUNCH 



TYPICAL DRINKS




TYPICAL DESSERTS 




AMASIJOS (jumbles)





lunes, 13 de octubre de 2014

COST OF LIVING



 

  Neighborhood 1 .... La Estancia   South of Bogotá


Luxury Apartment  350.000 Pesos COP
Cinema                    8.500 pesos COP
Litre of milk            2.000 pesos COP 
Daily Newspaper     700 pesos COP 
Cup of coffee          800 pesos COP
Hamburguer            3.000 pesos COP 
Pants and Jeans       25.000 pesos COP 
Litre of petrol          6.560  pesos COP

                                                                            
Neighborhood 2 . ... Normandia 



Luxury Apartment  500.000 Pesos COP
Cinema                    12.000 pesos COP
Litre of milk            3.200 pesos COP 
Daily Newspaper     1.000pesos COP 
Cup of coffee          2.000 pesos COP
Hamburguer            6.000 pesos COP 
Pants and Jeans       75.000pesos COP 
Litre of petrol          8.430 pesos COP

jueves, 11 de septiembre de 2014

ACCOMODATION IN BOGOTÁ



NAME: LA FONT

TYPE: Hotel Boutique.

SERVICES

ü  Eight junior suites
ü  King size beds contemporary classic style
ü  View of the mountains and parks of flowers
ü  Free computer and internet 24 hours
ü  Cable TV, DVD
ü  Thermal and electric blankets on each bed
ü  Bathrooms with towels, robes and slippers
ü  Giant tub luxury separate shower
ü  Electrical safety deposit box
ü  Hair dryer
ü  Amenities L'occitane
ü  minibar
ü  Coffee station

Prices: Room for two people with imencionados weekday services is priced at $ 60,000 COP

FACILITIES SERVICES
ü Tea room
ü  Bar, restaurant
ü  Medical spa
ü  Beauty parlor
ü  Auditorium for events and business meetings
ü  Private, secure parking and stylish
 
SPECIAL PLANS

ü  Wedding Nights
ü  Aniversariuos
ü  Romantic nights
ü  Gift vouchers
  TOUR PLANS
ü  Wellness and relaxation spa.
     Surgeries on face and body
ü  Gold Museum
ü  Bolivar square
ü  Cerrro of monserrate






                                             NAME: MARRIOTT
                                           
                                          TYPE: HOTEL BUSINESS

                                                        SERVICES:

  • Marriott Hotel Bogota offers amenities that ensure a comfortable and productive stay
  • Extremely fast Internet Access to stream and download your favorite movies with no hassles
  • Sound proof windows allow you the best confort and enviroment to relax.
  • 300-thread counts Egyptian cotton linen and down feather mattress topper to guarantee the best rest
  • The spacious Suites features 42" LCD flat screen TVs and the modern Deluxe guest room features 37"
  • Breathtaking views to the city and the mountains of Bogota


               PRICES:  From  347.148,15 pesos,  depending on the type of room

                                                                     FACILITIES SERVICES: 



  •       High-Speed Internet Access
  •       Guest rooms: Wireless, Wired
  •       Lobby and public areas: Wireless
  •       Meeting rooms: Wireless, Wired





SPECIAL PLANS 


-Business Meetings & Services

        -Social Events & Weddings
         -Floor Plans & Capacity Chart





                                                                 NAME: HOSTAL  BOGOTA REAL 

                                                                               TYPE: HOSTEL

                                                                   SERVICES
  •         Luggage (extra cost)
  •        Parking (extra charge)
  •         Shuttle Service (extra cost)
  •          Meeting Room,
  •        Room service
  •        Laundry service (extra cost)
  •           Wake Up Service, 24 hrs
  •          Transfer airport (extra charge)
  •          Car rental, 
  •        24 hour security
  •          Business Center, 
  •         Salon TV, 
  •         Garden
                                                                           GENERAL SERVICES:
  1.           Internet Free Wi-fi in public areas, 
  2.           Breakfast (extra cost)

PRICES: By room 100.000 pesos COP







s                                    Name: HOTEL SANTA LUCIA BOUTIQUE SPA
                                                         Type:  Boutique Spa
S                                                                 SERVICES:
  •       Internet
    •       wi-fi

    1.      activities.

    •      Sauna, Fitness Centre, Spa & Wellness Centre, Massage, Bicycle Rental
    2.  Food & Drink
    •      bar
    3. Services
    •      Room Service, 
  •      Shuttle Service (surcharge) 
  •      24-hour Laundry, Meeting / Banquet Facilities 
  •      Business Centre 
  •      Services  Spa: 
    Sauna, Spa, Business Center, Fitness Centre, Massage Room, Garden.
  •     PRICES:  200.000 Pesos Per night



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jueves, 28 de agosto de 2014

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TRAVELING:




VACCINATIONS



             For traveling, you need to get some vaccinations a few months before the start of your trip.




Yellow Fever 





AILMENTS 
 When you travel to Colombia, you should know that you can feel changes in your body, you will feel Gags,  diarrhea, earache and headache.




 FOOD AND WATER PRECAUTIONS 




You must not eat FOOD that you find on the streets and you can’t drink water that is not bottled, you can get sick from eating or drinking these things



TO AVOID THE INSECT BITES



Use long pants, and use repellents.




Always carry your valuables close to you in case of emergency



lunes, 18 de agosto de 2014

TABOO




In Colombia,  To see people with tattoos or drilling is a taboo, as they are considered social misfits for the society.





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HAND SIGNALS


SOME HAND SIGNALS AS CAN BE RUDE








THE NUMBERS IN COLOMBIA 



A notorious Colombian gesture is: 

Move their hands when they talk, trying to explain what they are saying.