Unique experience in san andres

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About forty places to dive; White sand beaches; A blue sea but also green and lilac ... To the islands of San Andrés, Providencia and Santa Catalina, in the southwestern Caribbean, in Colombia travelers from all over the world arrive in search of these perfect postcards to check that in the breeze , In the coconut trees and in the unconcerned smiles of its inhabitants live the joy of Colombia.

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700 kilometers from the Colombian mainland is the island of San Andrés, a small paradise in which the influences of Englishmen, Spaniards, pirates and corsairs were mixed to result in a rich culture that moves to the sound of reggae. It is a perfect destination to enjoy the beach, to practice nautical sports, to dive and to do ecotourism, in San Andrés there is influence of Dutch, Spaniards, English and Africans: from there the multiculturality of the islanders.

From the plane, the San Andres business card is its seven-color sea that houses colorful fish and life-filled corals that delight travelers. After an afternoon of beach and shopping in the free port, the night is presented with force to fill of music and dance the atmosphere, few manage to live the rural San Andres because little is known, opacada by the tourist San Andres the most Seen and promoted.

In the midst of the coming and going of the Pirate Morgan from Jamaica to San Andrés, some of the Antillean culture also remained in San Andrés.

Creole is heard on the streets: a mixture of Elizabethan, Spanish and African dialects; They also speak Spanish and modern English, so communication with travelers is very simple. This cultural meeting left a mark on the music among which are reggae, reggaeton, raga, soca, calypso, merengue, vallenato and salsa. All kinds of music for all types of dancer.

If you like beaches and the sea you know more about Santa Marta, the city where you can find the shocking waves of the Tayrona Park, a natural reserve that will be difficult to forget or the pleasant beaches of Rodadero.

WHAT TO DO IN SAN ANDRÉS

In the islands of the archipelago, which has the Seaflower Biosphere Reserve, declared by UNESCO, tourists are astonished by the colors of underwater life; Have fun with activities such as kitesurfing, windsurfing and jetski; Swim in natural pools that the waves have sculpted on the rocks and taste dishes prepared with the best of the Caribbean: lobster, snapper, crab, snail and much more.

Tourists can also enjoy, after fifteen minutes aboard a boat that levitates on the calm waters of the sea of ​​San Andrés, Colombia, of the island famous for its beaches and Coco Locos: Johnny Cay. White sand beaches that embrace the green of palm trees; Under them a fresh shade in which they taste exquisite mojarras fritas with banana and delicious cocktails. The beach is perfect for walking around the island; In some areas exotic coralline formations stand out that makes beautiful water wells that reflect the blue sky, until fusing with the sea mismodonde enjoyed San Andrés.

The soundtrack of the place is reggae and the colors that adorn it are those of the Rastafarian flag. Stepping on the floor of Johnny Cay is to be carried away by the swing of music and enjoy along with islanders who cater to travelers amid smiles and jokes. From the palm leaves, not only shade but also hats, baskets and an endless number of handicrafts woven in front of the tourists in San Andrés.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Swimming among manta rays, snorkeling and snorkeling in coral reefs that allow a visibility that exceeds thirty meters are some plans that delight those who come to the islands of San Andrés, Providencia and Santa Catalina in Colombia. Visitors also relax with the simple rhythm of reggae, admire natural parks, walk along deserted beaches and enjoy the slow pace of time.

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Enjoy our meals like Banana Cake and Crab Empanadas in San Andrés Islands, also enjoy our fiestas such as Festival of the Moon, The Patron Saint's Day and Crab Festival in San Andrés Islands.

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This is very beautifl, thank you for sharing it with us.

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