Articles written by Richard McColl

Landlocked, indigenous and staggeringly poor we take a look at several books that detail both politics and society in Bolivia.

Feb 10, 2012 - Richard McColl

Immense and intricately detailed, the Earth Platinum sets a legacy both for future generations and in cartography in creating a modern day Klencke Atlas.

Jan 31, 2012 - Richard McColl

Ex-Senator Piedad Cordoba has reached out to Colombian businesses to fund the logistics of the liberation of 6 FARC held hostages.

Jan 30, 2012 - Richard McColl

Continued terrible weather plunges Colombia into further crises highlighting major flaws in emergency plans and displacing countless citizens.

Dec 17, 2011 - Richard McColl

Travelers coming to Bogota are advised to make a stop at the Museo Historico Policia to gain a greater understanding of contemporary Colombia.

Dec 7, 2011 - Richard McColl

With international fixtures over until 2012, we take a look at the fascinating race to qualify from the Conmebol Group for the World Cup in Brazil 2014.

Nov 17, 2011 - Richard McColl

Colombian University students as well as some Educators take to the streets once again in protest of the reforms to the controversial Ley 30.

Nov 10, 2011 - Richard McColl

Hammered on all sides, Colombia's largest guerrilla group shows no signs of surrendering. Reprisals are expected.

Nov 8, 2011 - Richard McColl

The left wins control of Bogota for the third successive time as citizens in the Colombian capital hope that 2012 mayor elect can rescue their city.

Oct 30, 2011 - Richard McColl

With one week left before polling on October 30, the race for the mayoralty of Bogota, Colombia's capital city, is still too close to call.

Oct 23, 2011 - Richard McColl

In order to better understand the landlocked South American country, and for an insight into its politics and society, we have some recommended reading.

Oct 1, 2011 - Richard McColl

New Coach Alvarez is charged with the responsibility of leading an underachieving Colombia to their first World Cup Finals since France 1998.

Sep 13, 2011 - Richard McColl

Direct flights connecting Europe to Colombia's Caribbean coast offer the traveler further options when visiting the country.

Sep 8, 2011 - Richard McColl

The Colombian Government is warning citizens to prepare for another particularly heavy rainy season in late 2011.

Sep 6, 2011 - Richard McColl

Hailed as historic, the execution and implementation of the new Victim's Law may be overwhelmingly problematic for Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos.

Aug 18, 2011 - Richard McColl

The Latics' barnstorming Colombian international striker Hugo Rodallega looks set to leave the English northwest sooner rather than later.

Aug 17, 2011 - Richard McColl

The Latin American market for coffee and high quality products is changing. This is good news for the long suffering coffee producer.

Jul 7, 2011 - Richard McColl

Dubbed the Group of Death in some quarters; Group C may throw up one of the eventual winners in Chile or Uruguay.

Jun 23, 2011 - Richard McColl

Tournament holders and favourites Brazil face stiff challenges versus Paraguay, Ecuador and Venezuela in Group B.

Jun 22, 2011 - Richard McColl

Predictably, the hosts Argentina will expect to make easy progress from the Group stage facing up to Bolivia, Colombia and Costa Rica.

Jun 21, 2011 - Richard McColl

With Argentina and Brazil clear favourites to lift the Copa America in 2011 we take a look at the host nation and the match schedule.

Jun 20, 2011 - Richard McColl

Emerging from nowhere, US soccer player Jay DeMerit's rise to international prominence is a tale of belief and accomplishment now made into a documentary.

Jun 13, 2011 - Richard McColl

Long the eternal city of tourism in Colombia, when it comes to picking a hotel or hostel, there are almost too many options. We pick some of the highlights.

May 24, 2011 - Richard McColl

Colombia's bio-cultural diversity is on display in a free festival in Washington this summer in late June with artists from five regions in attendance.

May 16, 2011 - Richard McColl

As the climatic phenomenon of La Nina continues to batter Colombia we take a look at how the floods are affecting the capital of Bogota.

May 9, 2011 - Richard McColl

From July 29 to August 20, 2011 Colombia will host the U20 Football World Cup, the first international competition of this type to be held in this country.

May 3, 2011 - Richard McColl

Located close to Santa Marta on the Caribbean coast, Minca is a destination for birdwatchers, hikers and those seeking an escape.

Apr 4, 2011 - Richard McColl

A new independent guidebook to Colombia aimed at backpackers has hit the market focusing on key areas, as well as establishing new routes and destinations.

Apr 2, 2011 - Richard McColl

Colombia's eternal city of tourism adds a literary element and now fully embraces the life and times of Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

Feb 9, 2011 - Richard McColl

Pollution is visibly down but the Car Free Day serves only to highlight the lack of mobility in Colombia's capital city.

Feb 3, 2011 - Richard McColl

WikiLeaks is a household name that has shed some light on global international relations, Colombia with the FARC and tensions with Venezuela is no exception

Dec 13, 2010 - Richard McColl

Latin America's most important handicrafts bazaar hopes to lure in more than 90,000 visitors and generate an income of up to US$6 million in its 20th year.

Dec 9, 2010 - Richard McColl

Adventurers are advised to create a list of items to take on a jungle camping trip. Considerations must include personal hygiene, food and logistics.

Dec 2, 2010 - Richard McColl

Finding accurate and up to date information about birdwatching in Colombia can be difficult. Here we provide a brief directory.

Nov 12, 2010 - Richard McColl

Transparency International publishes its 2010 Corruption Perceptions Index - How do the South American nations fare?

Oct 27, 2010 - Richard McColl

Increased security, greater infrastructure, a reputation as a burgeoning tourist destination, Colombia is becoming a favoured destination for birdwatchers

Oct 21, 2010 - Richard McColl

Tiring of heavy meat-based meals and hearty soups such as ajiaco? Here is a list of four of the best seafood options in Bogota for every budget.

Sep 20, 2010 - Richard McColl

More than a hip hop trio from Quibdo, Choco, ChocQuibTown expose the reality of their impoverished region through their catchy lyrics.

Aug 29, 2010 - Richard McColl

The car bomb in Colombia's Capital City heralds a foreboding start to the new President Juan Manuel Santos' tenure.

Aug 23, 2010 - Richard McColl

Germany's counterattacking style demolishes England 4-1 and sends them home from South Africa to face the critics after four deplorable games.

Jun 27, 2010 - Richard McColl

Colombians vote resoundingly for continuity as Alvaro Uribe's heir apparent wins the national elections all too convincingly.

Jun 20, 2010 - Richard McColl

The Museo del Oro, the Colonial Candelaria and the Cerro de Monserrate ensure that tourists do not leave Colombia's capital disappointed.

Jun 16, 2010 - Richard McColl

Where Ethno-tourism and Eco-tourism bloom together in Colombia's Northern Desert. Essential advice for the adventurous traveller.

Jun 7, 2010 - Richard McColl

Tottenham, Manchester City and Aston Villa close in on Big Three of Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal as Liverpool are this season's big losers.

May 8, 2010 - Richard McColl

In overhauling Bogota's transport system to ease the pressure and congestion on the capital's roads the politicians involved have found themselves deeper in transit mire.

Mar 15, 2010 - Richard McColl

There will be sore necks, ringing eardrums today in the Colombian metal communities after what can only be described as a stellar performance by Metallica in Bogota.

Mar 11, 2010 - Richard McColl

After a sporting career spanning no less than 24 years, is Colombian goalkeeper Rene Higuita about to hang up his boots? Take a look at his impressive resume.

Jan 25, 2010 - Richard McColl

Head still pounding or still on your feet after the Barranquilla Carnival and fancy some hardcore partying in Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin, Cali or Villa de Leyva?

Jan 21, 2010 - Richard McColl

Colombians love their holidays and their raucous parties and so here you are provided with a month by month guide to the key events for January to June for 2010.

Jan 17, 2010 - Richard McColl

In anticipation of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, here's an evaluation of how the teams from North, Central and South America fared in the draw.

Dec 7, 2009 - Richard McColl