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Living in Cartagena

Colorful walled city on the Caribbean, warm year round.

Weather

January / July average: 27°C / 28°C
Sunny days a year: 260
Best time for a trial stay: November to April

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Everyday life

Cost of living vs. home: $ Much cheaper
Language: Spanish; English in tourist areas

Warm wintersBeachNightlifeFood sceneLower cost

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Living in Cartagena, Colombia · Pinned