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ions that many people ask is why take a holiday to Cuba. The answer is simple. Cuba is a country with many different attractions and cultural differences. Cuba offers different cultures in religion, politics and music as well as art. Cuba has always been a world away it seems, but the tourism is very exciting. In some places, you can walk down the street and feel as if you are being taken back to the 50's. it s amazing to see how some places hold onto the culture from the earlier years. This is a country that holds onto it history and does not change very fast. The beautiful art galleries and museums are another reason to travel to Cuba. The artwork from the revolutionary period is just[..]

Escape the five star monstrously huge Cuba All Inclusive Hotels and escape to Villa Las Brujas a romantic destination perfect for the reality escape Cuba isn't all five star, all inclusives, with wristbands, although if you believed everything you read and hear that might be the impression you get. If you know where to look and go then Villa Las Brujas could be the perfect romantic destination for you both. Lots of people don't associate Cuba with a romantic destination, and whilst it is true that Cuba has a reputation for large five star 'Gin Palaces', which tend to be all inclusives, complete with wristbands. For some this is a nightmare, for others it provides a base for seeing the[..]

Besides specific travel documentation, packing for a vacation to Cuba is similar to packing for any other trip to the Caribbean. The United States has an embargo on Cuba which has made it challenging for the average American citizen to vacation there. However, most countries permit their citizens to vacation in Cuba. Those who venture to the beautiful island of Cuba are in for a treat. A lush, tropical environment, white sand beaches and world class resorts await travelers to this island paradise. On the surface, Cuba resembles many other Caribbean destinations, however, when packing for a trip to Cuba; there are some particulars to keep in mind. Clothing Due to the fact that the Cuban[..]

If you decide to travel to Cuba, a beautiful destination, you should consider the option of adding a solidarity dimension to your visit. This means supporting, both moral and materially Cuba´s peaceful advocates of change and democracy. Political prisoners and their families and the Cuban emerging civil society. The easy thing to do for the travelers to Cuba is to go a beach like Varadero and then forget about the world. This is what most people do, but you would be missing something very important: human solidarity. The traveler should express his or her solidarity with common Cubans because they are living in very poor conditions, but he or she should especially consider expressing[..]

Maybe people should limit their air travel until this Mexico City Swine Flu virus runs its course, as 200 people have already died in Mexico and the virus has spread to the United States and elsewhere. There have been cases in NYC, Houston, San Antonio, and Los Angeles. Even Cuba and Britain. President Barack Obama is calling for unlimited travel to Cuba for Americans, while Fidel Castro is blogging to the populous? And as if life could not get any stranger than that, the N1H1 Swine Flu virus causing a pandemic in Mexico is now sending people to the hospitals in Cuba, several deaths may be related to this virus in Cuba, but the state controlled media isn't saying a word about it. Let's[..]

Cuba is a Caribbean island famous worldwide for its charismatic lieder, fine cigars and white rum produced of sugar-cane. Still, vacations spent in beach resorts of Cuba become more and more requested among holiday makers from many countries, excepting the US, where exist some restrictions visiting this country. But why travel deals to Cuba are so attractive? Well, the answer is simple: mainly due to the great accommodation offered at very affordable prices in 4 and 5 stars hotels settled in tranquil beach resorts. Not many know yet that all inclusive deals to Cuba are significantly less expensive as similar packages offered by other Caribbean countries including Dominican Republic,[..]

Whether you want to enjoy the highlights of Havana, relax in five star accommodation on the coast, or escape to a secluded part of the island, there's bound to be a Cuba hotel that's perfect for you. Here are four of the country's very best. The Best Cuba Hotels for 4 Different Cuban Holidays There are few places that can offer such a diverse range of holiday experiences as Cuba. You can relax in some of the finest all inclusive beach resorts in the world, live it up in cosmopolitan and historical Havana, escape to one of the lesser known historical cities, or find your own deserted getaway in the mountains or on the coast. Whatever kind of holiday you want to have, choosing which one of[..]

Venice, Paris, Seville and Prague may have a reputation for making the best romantic breaks, but as love and romance are often supposed to be linked to the unexpected. How about choosing a more unconventional location for your Valentine's Day break this year? I speak of course of Cuba - the Caribbean's largest island. From the picturesque beaches, to the idyllic architecture and cosy restaurants, the island makes a memorable retreat sure to keep the flames of passion alive - at least until you return to rainy old England! A Valentines break, or even a honeymoon in Cuba, is something special which will stay with you for a long time. So why Cuba? First of all, Valentine's Day is a big deal[..]

Are you looking for a vacation that offers warm weather, stunning beaches and gorgeous blue waters? If your answer is yes, then you should try Varadero Beach, a popular destination among tourist hot-spots in Cuba and the primary beach resort area of this Caribbean island. Varadero hotels are a pretty good option to take into consideration for your family vacations, romantic getaways, seniors, youngsters, and groups of friends. There are choices for everyone at Varadero hotels. Varadero tempts many travelers with its warm and transparent waters and its white and fine sands. Whether you want to experience thrilling water sports or just lounge on the sunny beach, there's plenty opportunity[..]

Are you looking for a vacation that offers warm weather, stunning beaches and gorgeous blue waters? If your answer is yes, then you should try Varadero Beach, a popular destination among tourist hot-spots in Cuba and the primary beach resort area of this Caribbean island. Varadero hotels are a pretty good option to take into consideration for your family vacations, romantic getaways, seniors, youngsters, and groups of friends. There are choices for everyone at Varadero hotels. Varadero tempts many travelers with its warm and transparent waters and its white and fine sands. Whether you want to experience thrilling water sports or just lounge on the sunny beach, there's plenty opportunity[..]

Cuba is made up of the main island and several other smaller islands in close vicinity in the Northern Caribbean. Cuba is the largest and most populous island in the Caribbean with a national population of around eleven million people. Cuba has changed dramatically since its strict times involving certain dictatorships, now Cuba has opened its doors to allow a large influx of tourism which has brought much more custom and wealth to the previously poorer areas of the island. Cuba's capital and its largest city is Havana and its currency is the Cuban Peso. Havana has a lot to offer tourists; the architecture in particular is an attraction which has developed over five centuries of various[..]

ext">Manzanillo is a little remote city compared to the large cultural centers in Cuba; however, it is quiet and interesting to visit for the charm of its bay and the mountains surrounding it. It’s a city full of history and with many places to know. Life in Manzanillo has been marked by the ocean. Since very early, the inhabitants of the island have felt the sea’s proximity and influence in the development of their lives, which in a way has defined the Cuban character and behavior. People in this city have a different lifestyle, whose spirit depends, to a large extent, on the sea’s rhythmic chain. Its official history begins with the construction of the first house in[..]

Manzanillo is a little remote city compared to the large cultural centers in Cuba; however, it is quiet and interesting to visit for the charm of its bay and the mountains surrounding it. It's a city full of history and with many places to know. Life in Manzanillo has been marked by the ocean. Since very early, the inhabitants of the island have felt the sea's proximity and influence in the development of their lives, which in a way has defined the Cuban character and behavior. People in this city have a different lifestyle, whose spirit depends, to a large extent, on the sea's rhythmic chain.   Its official history begins with the construction of the first house in 1784 by Mr. José[..]

ext">The history of Varadero has very curious nuances which give it a halo of exoticism. It is said that its fine sands knew the presence of pirates and privateers, who had chosen the place as a shelter for their chests of jewels and gold doubloons. From that time, a cave remains, baptized as The Pirate Cave, now a night club showing guns and chests that supposedly belonged to the daredevil sailors. However, Varadero´s world fame was given, without possible doubts, for its 14 miles of clear, calm waters and its fine and white sands. The fame of Varadero began to spread all around the world among those who chose the resort as the best place to enjoy the beauty and the weather of the[..]

let someone else worry about Christmas and New Year this year and book a last minute stay in a hotel in Cuba over the festive period. Forget about buying the food, cooking the dinner, washing it up or organising the New Year party - just relax and enjoy a journey to Cuba which would definitely lighten up your holiday. Cuba is a country in the Caribbean that has Havana as the largest capital city and is home to over 11.3 million people who speak Spanish as their official language. Fortunately, the country has undergone a transformation since it opened its doors to global tourism in the 1990s. The country's heritage is in safe hands with the historic Havana and Trinidad having gone through[..]

The documentary filmmaker, whose latest movie Sicko opened nationwide June 29, met Borat creator Sasha Baron Cohen at last year's Toronto International Film Festival. Cohen screened Borat: Cultural Learnings of America For Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan. It went on to gross more than $100 million. Cohen told Moore he had drawn inspiration from the documentarian's previous films, in which he often put himself into uncomfortable situations. Moore said he, in turn, looked to Borat to muster the courage to sail into the mined waters near the U.S. prison facility at Guantanamo, Cuba. The scene in Sicko features Moore calling to guards at the prison, which houses terror suspects[..]

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Cuba is one of the leading nations in employment of thermal waters for health rehabilitation.  Cuba's spas are among the favorites of vacationers from many countries, including America, Canada, Spain and Italy, who come to the Island for recovery. Nowadays, among the main receptors are San Diego de los Baños, in Pinar del Río; Elguea, in Villa Clara; and San José del Lago, in Sancti Spíritus. In all of these locations, the medical and paramedical staff are highly trained and professional. The treatments offered and results obtained are backed by the Cuban Ministry of Public Health. The thermal waters of Elguea, on the northern coast[..]

Muse de la Revelucion The Museum of the Revolution is inside what used to be a presidential palace and is a must see during your stay in Havana. The museum houses many items of historical interest documenting the history of Cuba from liberation from Spanish rule to the revolution in 1959. It is an excellent museum with everything from different forms of media to historical documents, art and sculptures. Outside is the Granma Memorial which celebrates the return of Cuban president Fidel Castro after his exile in Mexico, and nearby is a memorial for those who lost their lives in the revolution in the form of an ever-burning flame. Iglesia de La Merced Translated into English, the 'Church[..]

In 1636, the King of Spain gave Mr. Zapata a huge piece of virgin land so that he could start a cattle raising business in this part of the Island. Once there, his men found the largest humid area in the Caribbean. Zapata decided to change his mind and devoted the area to extracting precious woods and coal, which so far, constitutes one of the biggest sources of employment in the area. Within Matanzas province, driving 150 km from Havana along the Eastern Highway, you can reach Boca de Guamá, the first touristic spot of the Zapata Peninsula, best known for its crocodile raising farm founded in 1962 to protect the 16 reptile species living in Cuba. Today, they have around one hundred[..]

There's no doubt that Cuba is an amazing holiday destination. Sure, I would say this given my job, but I like to think I would be just as enthusiastic about the island, even if my career didn't make it convenient to want to sell Cuba as a holiday destination! If I were asked to name the main selling point of a holiday to Cuba rather than anywhere else in the world, it wouldn't be because of the weather, the history or even the fine cigars (although all these points are tempting in their own right), it would be for the huge variety of niche activities encouraging travel to Cuba - an amazing feat for a comparatively small country. It's a horrible cliché of the travel industry, but[..]

The Caribbean holds many treasures from pristine beaches to luxury hotels and resorts that range from all-inclusive to help yourself. A Cuban holiday, scuba diving in Barbados and five-star Havana hotels are just a few of the possibilities for adults, kids and the whole family. Warm tropical weather and white sand beaches combined with activities like tennis, golf and water sports making the Caribbean a great getaway for anyone. With travel to Cuba on the rise, more and more Europeans are taking advantage of the many Cuba holiday package deals and discounts on Havana hotels. Travel packages can vary on price but range from £2,000 to £2,500 per person depending on how many people are[..]

Something I often find myself getting asked from friends and relatives who know my expertise in the island is what the average Cuban holiday actually involves. This is a question I simultaneously love and hate answering - I love it because it gives me an opportunity to chat at length about a topic I love, but I hate it because if they've asked that question it means I'm going to be there for a while. You see, simply put, there is no 'average' Cuban holiday, and everyone goes to the island for different reasons and receives a unique experience in return. The experience holiday makers get on their Cuba holidays can be relaxed, cultural, exhausting or breathtaking - but never forgettable.[..]

In the 1940's it was one of the most popular dance halls in Havana. 50 years later musicians Juan de Marcos González and Ry Cooder, one Cuban the other American, brought the Buena Vista Social Club back to life to make a recording that has since gone down in history. It was an event that came to revive traditional Cuban music on the international scene. Here's an introduction to some of the key players, I hope it inspires you to find out more yourself on your next Cuban holiday. The Artists of the Buena Vista Social Club Many people who arrive on a luxury holiday in Cuba are content to explore Havana's vibrant centre. Yet take the train to nearby Marianao and you'll discover a[..]

A Cuban Vacation is something more and more people take with every passing year. Cuba and its capital Havana have become one of the top tourist destinations in the Caribbean. What is there to do on a Cuban Vacation apart from sit on a beach, and drink rum and relax? The fact is that holidays in Cuba are very much what you make of them, because apart from the beach and the rum, a Cuba vacation can be also cultural, exhausting, even breathtaking, but one thing is sure your visit to Cuba will be absolutely unforgettable. To start with a Cuba vacation based on beaches, because Cuba has some of the best beaches in the Caribbean. When you realize there is an almost six thousand kilometer[..]

are many reasons that people go on Cuba holidays – the sun, sands, culture and beauty are all major draws, but perhaps the main reason for the island’s popularity is based on its infamous history. Of course it’s not all about the revolution, and there’s plenty for history buffs to see on a tour of Cuba. Here are some of the historical sites that you should consider seeing when visiting the island: San Salvador de la Punta Fortress Located in the bay of Havana, this 16th century fortress was an important strategic entrance to the harbour. The years have been cruel to the fortress, with a 1595 hurricane doing severe damage before the English expedition took further[..]

#ffffff;" /> As anyone who has gone on holiday to Cuba will know, Cuba is filled with a superb range of attractions. Havana’s glorious colonial old town, the Che Guevara Monument at Santa Clara and the colourful streets of Trinidad are just some of the highlights in the cities. The Caribbean beaches are the other great attraction on the island, with thousands of holidaymakers flocking to resorts like Cayo Coco each year to enjoy the sun, sand and crystal clear waters. What is less well known is that, away from the cities and the beaches, Cuba is also a country of jaw-dropping scenery. Nature lovers will find plenty to keep themselves entertained, from stunning valleys and mountain[..]

As anyone who has gone on holiday to Cuba will know, Cuba is filled with a superb range of attractions. Havana's glorious colonial old town, the Che Guevara Monument at Santa Clara and the colourful streets of Trinidad are just some of the highlights in the cities. The Caribbean beaches are the other great attraction on the island, with thousands of holidaymakers flocking to resorts like Cayo Coco each year to enjoy the sun, sand and crystal clear waters. What is less well known is that, away from the cities and the beaches, Cuba is also a country of jaw-dropping scenery. Nature lovers will find plenty to keep themselves entertained, from stunning valleys and mountain ranges to biosphere[..]

bottom-link"> While most people don't consider Cuba when planning a vacation, it is a beautiful island country with white sandy beaches and sparkling Caribbean water.  Tourists from around the world flock to Cuba in droves. More than 1.5 million people go to the island country for the temperate weather, white sandy beaches, blue-green Caribbean waters, fascinating history, and, of course, Cuban cigars!  Cuban cigars have long been a favorite with cigar aficionados around the world. Known for their smooth taste and aroma, Cuban cigars have also been the “forbidden fruit” for American citizens affected by trade restrictions imposed on the communist nation in 1960.  So, too,[..]

top all inclusive family vacation to Cuba look no further than Hotel Playa Pesquero in Rafael Freyre Choosing an all inclusive family vacation to Cuba can be tricky with so many to choose from, but by all accounts the Hotel Playa Pesquero in Rafael Freyre is worth close examination. There are huge differences in opinions about hotels in Cuba, and they all have their critics, but it is important to realise that a Cuba Vacation isn’t the same as most parts of the Caribbean. A visit to the decaying majesty of Havana, and the gratitude of hotel staff for small gifts makes you realise the scale of the poverty that exists, and the run down state of the economy. The large number of all[..]

a has many beautiful sights to offer its visitors but one in particular is the Botanical Gardens of Copaynicu. You don't even need to have any knowledge about plants as many people come here just to look at the beautiful display of plant life while on their Cuba travel experience. This is unlikely to be one that anyone will ever be able to forget as you will be able to see things that you won't find elsewhere. The Botanical Garden has been open to the public since 1984 with new ideas being added every once in a while to keep it interesting. In 1989 a Japanese Garden was introduced which even won the support of the Commemorative Association for Japanese World Exposition and the Japanese[..]

Travel deals to Cuba are again requested and popular at tourist agencies in many countries. This happens because most all inclusive hotels in Cuba, settled in stunning beach resorts, offer memorable vacation deals. These holiday packages include accommodation in resorts which feature very luxurious amenities and very skilled staffs that know how to pamper even the most pretentious tourist. Also, it have a very affordable price, which is usually under the price of the same type of deals offered by other countries in the Caribbean area. Cuba, the biggest island in the entire Caribbean region, is an interesting mix of wide plains and high mountains, so there can be seen at each step[..]

Cuba is famed for its beaches, diving, lifestyle and dancing. But one aspect of the Cuban holiday which is often overlooked is the Cuban cuisine, which is unfortunate because the mixture of cultures combine to make a truly unique combination of flavours and textures. The country's cultural influences are so diverse as to create a unique flavour to the food - a mix of Spanish, Chinese, African, Portuguese, French and Arabic. Yet these global influences are completed by indigenous local food stuffs - yucca, malanga and boniato are local root vegetables routinely used in Cuban food. The main meats used in Cuban cuisine are chicken, pork and beef (though the latter is subject to rationing as[..]

is a Tourist Guide of Cuba with all the information that the traveler can need to travel to Cuba. The site offers to the traveler the possibility of reserving rooms in hotels, cheap hotels, hostels, guesthouse and other types of accommodation in the principal tourist points of interest of the beautiful island of Cuba. online provides confirmed reservations for rooms in Hotels and Casas Particulares in the whole Cuba, as well as in Cheap Hotels in Havana, Varadero and other places of the island. All the reservations are processed by the maximum safety, in real-time and they are reserves guaranteed for our tourists. All the rooms, apartments and private houses offered for are provided with[..]

Cuba is an island nation wrapped around rumors, intrigue and the hypnotic pull of a forbidden paradise. The U.S. embargo may have been disastrous on Cuba's economy but it created a vacuum. Time has stood still in this tiny country of enormous spirit. The values, traditions and family centered-ness of the Cuban people are exactly those, most of us long for in today's "modern" world. Family is the focus; love, care and affection run wild and grow everywhere. The unity created from despair has given birth to a unique woman. The Cuban woman is born on a tropical island with its sensual rhythms, the push and pull of the ocean and caressing Caribbean breezes. Sexiness is as natural to her as[..]

Most likely named after Taíno chief Habaguanex, the area that we now call Havana was founded in the early 16th century by the Spanish conquistador Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar. The bay upon which the city is based was and is regarded as one of the finest in the world and led to a number of relocations in the early years of the settlement. Finding the final site superbly placed to access the Gulf of Mexico and the Gulf Stream, the city grew swiftly to become the centre of Spanish activity in both the Caribbean and the Americas in general. An example of this being the conquest of Mexico, which was launched from Cuba in 1519 and headed by Hernán Cortés.[..]

There is no doubt at all that Cuba is a unique island full of interesting sights and sounds you cannot experience anywhere else in the world, but what it's sometimes easy to forget is that there's also a lot of exciting activities off the island - in the expanse of Caribbean waters that surrounds it. From fishing to scuba diving, Cuba has all kinds of attractions for people to enjoy just off the coast - here are some of the must-dos. Try Your Hand at Scuba Diving in Cuba Scuba diving in Cuba is amongst the very best in the world - all tastes are catered for and whether you're a first timer looking for lessons, or a veteran looking to explore sunken wrecks and caves, the island has got[..]

On a Cuba holiday you may be tempted to spend a fortnight lying on the sandy beaches of Varadero, Guardalavaca or other beach destinations enjoying fresh pina-coladas, but the island of Cuba offers so much more than this. Why not take a fly-drive tour to discover so many unexpected parts of the island? The best place to start your fly-drive tour is in the bustling capital of Havana. The city is steeped in history with the decorative El Capitola building remaining the main focal point. The classical design is similar in style to the Capitol in Washington DC, but there are notable differences that ensure that the building still remains classically Cuban in design. The Revolution Museum in[..]