Four Seasons Hotel Bogota

Colombia is rock-and-rolling, and not only because of the irresistible vibe of Cartagena. The capital, Bogota, is booming. Tourists love its quaint areas, its cafe culture, its art and fashion boutiques and, of course, its marvellous gold museum. Other draws are graffiti tours, coffee tastings and escorted bike tours.

Add one more travel segment that Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”) is now affording its star rating: river cruises.