Bogotá

Perched 8,600 feet above sea level, Bogotá — aka la nevera — earned its nickname with its cool, overcast weather that hovers around 44°F to 66°F year-round. But don't let the chilly temperatures scare you away: What Colombia's sprawling capital lacks in balmy weather it makes up for with world-class museums, historic architecture, raucous party districts, a stellar dining scene, and a sophisticated, bohemian vibe.

Bogotá is divided into different barrios or neighborhoods, each with a distinct atmosphere and personality. La Candelaria, Bogotá’s oldest barrio, enchants with colonial architecture, street art, and museums. Chapinero, on the other hand, is quirky, cool, and plentiful with boutiques, bistros, gastro pubs and live music joints. Up in Usaquén, colonial history shines through Spanish-style architecture, cobbled streets, and a pretty plaza overlooked by a centuries-old church. El Retiro — home of the Howdy office — is an upscale, sensory experience on its own.