Cartagena's Bold New Vision: The 2024-2027 Development Plan
- Jose Trucco
- May 30, 2024
- 1 min read
Cartagena is embarking on an ambitious four-year plan to transform itself into a model "City of Rights" that guarantees opportunities for all its citizens. The newly approved "ACUERDO 139 DE 2024" lays out a comprehensive roadmap across four strategic lines - quality of life, competitiveness, inclusion, and modern governance.
The plan includes: "Cartagena, Destino TurÃstico Sostenible", a sustainable tourism promotion program".
The Route of Independence
An innovative tourist circuit highlighting Cartagena's role in Colombia's independence struggle, with interactive exhibits and multimedia experiences.
Tourism Infrastructure Upgrades
Renovating hotels, restaurants, public spaces and improving amenities like signage to enhance the visitor experience in the walled city.
Pueblos TurÃsticos
Developing tourism offerings in surrounding villages like La Boquilla by promoting accommodation, gastronomy and cultural experiences.
Parque Temático Caribe (Caribbean Theme Park)
A major theme park showcasing the history, culture and natural wonders of the Caribbean region through immersive attractions and shows.
Cartagena Nautica
The goal of "Cartagena Náutica" is to position the city as a leading nautical tourism destination in the Caribbean, leveraging its strategic location and natural attractions like the bay. This would diversify the tourism offering beyond the historic center.
These initiatives aim to diversify Cartagena's tourism products beyond the historic core and capitalize on the city's rich heritage and natural assets.While the plan presents exciting opportunities for economic growth and urban revitalization, challenges lie ahead. Balancing development with heritage preservation, managing gentrification, and ensuring inclusive growth will require careful planning and community involvement.Overall, Cartagena is setting its sights on an ambitious transformation over the next four years. The success of this vision rests on effective execution of the outlined strategies and programs across all sectors.