Nine astonishing cultural and natural sites are inscribed on the list of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites in Cuba. In some of the previous articles I have already presented you several sites. The following article will include the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of San Pedro de la Roca and Santiago de Cuba. The first one is actually a famous fortification while Santiago de Cuba is a popular city. The site of these two prestigious tourist destinations also includes the nearby Baconao Park. It is a... [ read more ]
Cuba attracts about 2 million tourists every year, tourism being one of the main sources of the country. This is not a surprising fact if we think of the scenic archipelagos that belong to the Isla de la Juventud, the main island of Cuba, the beautiful resorts and beaches, gorgeous landscapes, its vivid culture and historical towns and buildings.Cuba has several attractions and popular tourist destinations which include resorts, towns and islands. Below I will present you the top 5 famou... [ read more ]
This Caribbean country consists of the main island of Cuba and several archipelagos. Cuba is home to one of the most fascinating cultures of the world, which can not be simply described. You have to feel it! Once you get there, you will be amazed by the local people’s lifestyle, especially if you are European. I am sure that after spending your holiday in Cuba, you will leave the country with an unforgettable experience. There are dozens of cultural or natural attractions and entertainment p... [ read more ]
If there is one thing that made Cuba famous all over the world (besides the rum, cigars and revolutions), it is the cabaret. It is true that the cabaret wasn't invented in Cuba (that honor goes to the French). However, the cabaret that made the whole world turn its head towards the Caribbean is Tropicana, the famous venue opened in 1939 in a lush tropical garden in Havana's Marianao quarter. When the rest of the world plunged head first into the horrors of WWII, Cuba's Tropicana was becoming... [ read more ]
Cuba is the kind of country that you can't leave without buying some souvenirs. Of course, there are more than enough awesome travel experiences for you to try in Cuba, so it's highly unlikely that you won't have any great memories to bring home with you, but the local products of Cuba are simply too good to resist. No one would peg Cuba as a shopping destination of the caliber of New York of Paris, but what the country generally lacks in fancy brand shops (although you can most definitely f... [ read more ]
Whether or not you like the taste of rum (even as a flavoring, not necessarily as a beverage), you simply can't visit Cuba without considering the fact that rum production was and still is an important part of Cuban culture and industry. The easiest way to become acquainted with this national beverage is to try the various sorts of local rums at small bars and cafes, but if you're more interested in the history of rum rather than the taste of the drink, there is a lot you can do to learn abo... [ read more ]
Santiago de Cuba might be only the second largest city in the country, but when it comes to entertainment value it is nothing less than one of the best. Nightlife in Cuba has a special flair and flavor, seasoned with salsa and Caribbean rhythms, and there's simply nothing that compares to it. If you visit Santiago de Cuba, it's not just the historical and cultural attractions that will distract you, because no one could possible resist the pull of its nightlife. Whatever your tastes - quiet ... [ read more ]
Salsa dance has taken over the world and it has fans even in the most unlikely places. People love salsa for passion and its unique moves that resulted from a combinations of African and Spanish styles. Salsa is a distinctly Cuban dance, and it originated in the dance clubs of Havana and other major cities, so if you want to learn how to dance salsa as authentically as possible, there's no better place for it than Cuba. Salsa is still the most popular dance in Cuba, and although many people ... [ read more ]
Once you are in Cuba, you will face the fact that the transportation options within the island are varied, of course all depending on your budget and on the fact that where you want to go. Our guide about the local transportation in Cuba certainly will help you learn a bit more about the public transportation in the city, giving you some useful information about the transport system you want to know.BusBuses are the most convenient local transportation in Cuba. There are two main bus lin... [ read more ]
