Carnaval de Barranquilla: Articulating Axis of Tourism at ANATO Fair
Following Barranquilla's recent recognition as the best creative destination in the world at the prestigious Creative Tourism Awards and the historical results of city promotion through its Carnival, the District Mayor's Office of Barranquilla participated in the ANATO 2026 tourism fair, organized by the Colombian Association of Travel Agencies and Tourism.
TL;DR
- The Carnaval de Barranquilla has been designated as the core of the city's tourism policy.
- Barranquilla participated in ANATO 2026 following its recognition as the world's best creative destination.
- The fair resulted in over 1,000 commercial contacts and a business projection exceeding $1.85 billion.
- Key tourism segments strengthened include vacation, nature, wellness, MICE, sports events, and cultural experiences.
- Cultural promotion of the Carnaval led to increased international positioning and activation of the cultural economy.
- Barranquilla's participation aimed to strengthen relationships with agencies, generate business opportunities, and position the city as a top-level destination.
- Artistic presentations showcased traditional dances like congo, garabato, and cumbia.
- The strategy focuses on promoting year-round tourism experiences beyond the four-day festival.