Cartagena welcomes record number of cruise ships

Colombia’s coastal city of Cartagena welcomed a record of four cruise ships on Monday. The more than 7,000 passengers were welcomed by traditional fruit-sellers and cumbia dancers.

The four cruise ships were the first to arrive in Colombia this season.

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