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Colombia

Cartagena

Colombia's globally known nightlife city, with a genuine surf and scuba scene alongside it.

In Cartagena, a mid-range month runs about $1,253 (COP 3,889,911) and there is elevated violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Low

Cheaper day to day than about 70% of cities

Internet6.3/10

Faster internet than about 65% of cities

Visas7/10

Easier visas than about 75% of cities

Coworking7.2/10

Better coworking than about 70% of cities

English3/10

Among the 5% least English-friendly cities

Walkability7.7/10

Easier to get around than about 75% of cities

Gyms & Wellness4.3/10

Fewer wellness options than about 65% of cities

Getting There3.9/10

Harder to reach than about 70% of cities

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