CommuniQuest Incentive Travel Digest - June 2016 (Semimonthly)

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Message From Headquarters

Dear reader,

Colombia is truly a verdant wonderland. Its quaint cities have bold and bright avenues. Here, colonial meets contemporary masterfully. This destination will allure you with its soaring Andean summits, unspoiled Caribbean beaches, intriguing Amazon jungle, mystifying archaeological sites and cobbled colonial communities. The ever-growing tourism infrastructure along with the stellar hospitality of Colombians will allure you.

When you visit Colombia you will be mesmerized by the variety of things to do and see. Lovers of history and archaeology will be enthralled by Bogota’s vast museums and will be truly impressed by the Tierradentro, Lost City and San Agustin sites. Beyond the history, you can also find unique dancing, delicious food, and a seducing nightlife. Journey into the Amazon, go diving, drink superb coffee, and much more. Do you want something out of the ordinary? Then, come and let this marvelous destination amaze you!

Sincerely,

Jose-Manuel (Manolo) GARCIA, CIS

President

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Visionary, Founder, & Master Coach

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Year 9 Vol. 1, Issue 122

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Cover Subject

Colombia Meetings in Colombia

With Coffee Aroma in the

Air

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DQuest 10,11

Quick Hits:

Colombia, Among the Top Ten

Countries to Travel to in 2016

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Advertise with CommuniQuest 13

The Customer’s Always Right 13

Let’s Cook : Colombian Coffee 14

Travel Tip: Remember It’s a

Process

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olombia is a big country located in the northwest part of South America. It is one of the richest

countries in biodiversity, culture and ethnicity. The word "Colombia" is named

after Christopher Columbus, the explorer who discovered the Americas.

Mountains, beaches, ancient cathedrals are common sights here, though it is mainly its people’s

warmth and hospitality what characterizes Colombia and thus make it one of the most visited and

sought-after destinations.

Cities such as Bogota (the capital and growth locomotive), Medellin, and Cartagena are amongst

the most visited. Each one of them has its own personality, its own beauty.

We invite you to come and discover the greatness of our land and thus allow yourself to be

pampered by the kindness of Colombians, feature that has made them famous around the world.

Photo courtesy of National Geographic: Capital city Bogota

Cover Topic: Colombia

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Colombia

Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera Gallery

Edellin’s name evokes great mountain

ridges, numerous national parks, a rich

biodiversity and a village full of kindness and

worth... this is Medellin, the capital of Antioquia

department and one of the most booming

Colombian cities as regards economy and

tourism infrastructure.

Among its many attractions is the Flower Fair,

held annually. This festival has helped establish

a reputation as the cultural capital of Colombia. It

brings together the largest number of domestic

and foreign visitors. According to a prestigious

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publication, Colombia comes in second, just behind Holland, as a major supplier of live flowers to

world markets. It is a festival that features color everywhere and that promises cultural

enrichment.

If we go a little beyond the green mountains of Medellin, we will be able to admire a giant stone:

“El Peñol”, in the town of Guatape. This monolith is a must see since it offers breathtaking views

from atop; this wonder has become a popular stop for anyone who visits Antioquia. You can get

here either by bus or by car rental.

Photos courtesy of the municipality of Medellin and Flower Fair official website

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Colombia

artagena de Indias is known as the walled wonder. A perfect mix where the modern

age mingles with the past, makes Cartagena de Indias an ideal city for anyone who

wants to peer into the ancient history of Colombia, its pirates and warships, while at the

same time enjoying the modern, cosmopolitan twist this city offers. Its strategic bayside

location has also seen a huge tourist growth recently. Located on Colombia’s northern

coast and facing the Caribbean Sea, it is by far the most visited city in the country by

both local and international tourists. Cartagena's old town is a UNESCO World Heritage

site – a maze of cobbled alleys, balconies covered in bougainvillea, horse-drawn

carriages, and impressive churches. Rich in culture and color, Cartagena promises to

create long-lasting impressions that will make you eager to return.

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Colombia

Top: Photo courtesy of the department of

Bolivar official website

Bottom: Photo courtesy of the municipality of

Cartagena official website

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ogota is the city for everyone. It is the capital of Colombia and the main administrative and

economic center of the country. It has one of the largest and most important airports

throughout Latin America: El Dorado.

Its benign and cool climate makes Bogota a preferred destination for many. The city is blessed by

an average temperature of 15°C (58°F). The great city for everyone has been listed by The New

York Times as the city number 21 (out of 53) in the list of best tourist destinations in America. It is

known for housing renown cultural hubs such as the Colon Theatre and huge libraries such as

Virgilio Barco Library.

The city has developed an efficient public transportation system which is acclaimed as a pioneer

in the use of hybrid buses that reduce significantly the emissions into the environment. A fine

example is the Transmilenio bus network, which over the last decade has transported more than

3,000,000,000 passengers and currently serves 1.7 million users per day. It has been recognized

by the U.N. as a Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). Water and oil are being saved

tremendously, while the rate of accidents on the road has decreased by 80%. The system is also

integrated with a bicycle network, offering bicycle parking for more than 1,600 bicycles at various

stations. What a feat of urban engineering!

Photo courtesy of the Public Library Capital

Network official website of Colombia:

Public Library Virgilio Barco, Bogota.

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Colombia

BestCities Global Alliance network, a reputable organization which has put together a list

of friendly, English-speaking cities known for comfort, cleanliness and safety, has welcomed to

their list Bogota, thus making it the first city in Latin America to be part of such recognized list.

This distinction means that Bogota now competes with cities such as Vancouver, Melbourne,

Edinburgh, and Dubai. Aspects such as cultural and gastronomic offer, bilingualism, quality of life,

safety, and historical wealth, were important aspects that had a bearing in the process of

selection of new cities servicing great events.

Bogota underwent a rigorous certification process which began with the visit of the BestCities’

staff to this destination.

With the assistance of IVI DMC² Colombia, find out why Colombia is recognized as one of the

best destinations for your convention or group event in Latin America.

Photo courtesy of the BestCities Global Alliance official website:

Luis Angel Arango Library´s Auditorium in Bogota.

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Rough Guides, a leading publisher of travel and reference information, conducts an annual,

worldwide research on the best countries to visit and categorizes them on a top ten list 10. For

2016, Colombia is positioned as number 2 on this prestigious list and no wonder! Emblematic

and unique places such as the Lost City in Magdalena, the Salt Cathedral in Bogota, the hills of

Mavecure in Guainia, the tombs of the National Archeological Park of Tierradentro, and many

more make this great country great for visiting. Colombia has rightly earned this distinction and

is able to hobnob with destinations the size of Nepal and Wales in the U.K. Well done Colombia!

Hills of Mavecure

Salt Cathedral

Colombia Among the Top Recommended Countries to

Travel to in 2016

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Colombian Coffee Is the Best in the

World!

Facts:

Besides being the best coffee in the world,

Colombia is also the world’s second largest

coffee producer. The social importance of this

drink is undeniable. Good coffee is like wine: it

is a tasting journey that uses all the senses.

Colombia also produces the world's tastiest

coffee. You have the perfect excuse to start

your day with a cup of this magical liquid

wherever you are: on the street, in a cafe, at

home, on a balcony, at your computer, or in the

garden. Enjoy it with friends or when taking a

short break at the office.

When planning your next coffee agenda, don’t

forget to include your business meeting!

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Often we get so caught up in wanting to get to our destination, we forget about the journey

itself. Getting from one place to another involves a process. Part of the process may be

Travel Tip: Remember It’s a Process

Like life in general, the M&E Industry seems to move at the speed of

light. As a committed B2B partner, we aim to help you keep up with the

latest industry news and opportunities. CommuniQuest Incentive Travel

Digest is a valuable tool that brings you the timely information and

analysis that you need, with a lair for what's hot, relevant, and interesting.

I wish you the best of success in your quest, whatever it may be.

Jose-Manuel GARCIA, CDS Visionary, Founder, & Master Coach

THANK YOU FOR READING

James Feldman, (a.k.a. Doctor Travel) is a Certified Facilitator and internationally recognized

professional motivator, author, television host, and radio personality. His company Incentive

Travelers Cheque Int’l provides individual and group incentive travel awards for many Fortune 500

companies. His book “Doctor’s Travel Cure For The Common Trip” is an entertaining and

invaluable travel guide whose purpose is not to tell you where to go, but rather to help you get

ready for the adventure. CommuniQuest is pleased to share some of Mr. Feldman’s travel wisdom

with our readers, who from time to time must deal with lines, cancellations, lost luggage, and a

person in the adjacent seat making extensive use of the air sickness bag.

Reprinted by permission from the Author: [email protected]

enjoyable and part may not.

Focus on the former; forget the

latter.

Nothing erases unpleasant

thoughts more effectively than

concentration on pleasant

ones. - Hans Selye

If we see ourselves as victims

of circumstances or as victims

of irrational forces beyond our

control, the chances are that

our distress will be intensified.

- Dr. Allen Fay

(Taken from page 140)

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