A Banco de Bogotá analysis highlights South Korea, Japan and Indonesia as places where the Colombian peso offers greater purchasing power thanks to its 18% appreciation against the dollar.
The study evaluates exchange rate behavior and inflation at destinations to identify the best options for Colombian travelers.
Camilo Pérez, director of economic research at Banco de Bogotá, noted that real benefit arises when exchange gains are not absorbed by local living costs.
Panama emerges as the most advantageous alternative in the Americas due to its dollarized economy, low inflation and short flights from Colombia.
The report also mentions Canada, Honduras and Guatemala as favorable options in the region and recommends travel insurance and loyalty programs to optimize expenses.
