Issue · September 2026 · everything a nomad needs, city by city

Nomadzine

Colombia · the visa

Cartagena

Cartagena as a base, not a holiday: where to live, what a month costs, where to work, how to get around — from the writers who live there.

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The sheet

Being researched — the sheet lands within the hour of a first visit

The cost sheet, the coworking prices and where nomads live are being researched for Cartagena now: a reporter model reads current listings and recent reports and files them with the month they hold for. Until then, the pieces below are the ground truth.

Where to live

6 pieces by the writers on the ground

  1. Where to live · CartagenaSan Diego, Cartagena: the quieter walled city with room to breatheResidential old town area with markets and food tips
  2. Where to live · CartagenaGetsemaní, Cartagena: the barrio where the walls still sweat musicVibrant barrio guide with local culture and street life
  3. Where to live · CartagenaEl Centro, Cartagena: the walled-city postcard that still feels aliveInsightful guide to El Centro as a living neighbourhood
  4. Where to live · CartagenaBocagrande, Cartagena: towers, beach days and sunset walks on the Caribbean edgeBeachside neighbourhood with modern living base details
  5. Where to live · CartagenaManga, Cartagena: the quiet island where the city slows downQuiet neighbourhood with practical living info
  6. Where to live · CartagenaLa Boquilla, Cartagena: drums, mangroves and Blue Flag sandNeighbourhood guide with local vibe and activities

Getting around

1 piece by the writers on the ground

  1. Getting around · CartagenaCartagena on Foot and the One Ride You Still NeedWalking and taxi advice for getting around Cartagena

Staying safe

1 piece by the writers on the ground

  1. Staying safe · CartagenaCartagena Without the Bracelet SellersTips on avoiding street sellers, useful for longer stays

The weekend

5 pieces by the writers on the ground

  1. The weekend · CartagenaThe Rosario Islands: Cartagena's 48-Hour EscapeHonest, practical 48-hour island itinerary with lodging tips
  2. The weekend · CartagenaCartagena in October When the Rain Buys a Better Beach DayDetailed rainy season beach day plans with prices and transport info
  3. The weekend · CartagenaDay Trips Out of Cartagena That Earn a Longer StayComprehensive day trip options with costs and times
  4. The weekend · CartagenaCrossing to Tierra Bomba for a Slower Cartagena Beach DayPractical island day trip with transport and club advice
  5. The weekend · CartagenaThe Rosario Islands, Two Days Out From CartagenaDetailed two-day itinerary for island escape

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