Overview:
Escape to the exotic, Caribbean island of Cuba for a week filled with tropical weather, vibrant colours and old-school 1950’s Chevrolet cars perusing the streets. It’s the one place where you get hit with the hot tropical weather, and feel like you’ve stepped into a world where the past is vibrantly displayed. Marked as the world’s 105th-largest country, the place is boasting with all things against the grain of your traditional vacation in the sun. From cigar shops to communism, the place is one of the few spots where you may not find an American, but you will fall in love with the majestic nature of the place. With tourism a prominent economical way of life in Cuba, there are resorts popping up anywhere you look. And these resorts are home to some of the finest luxury along the shore and in town. Of course one of the very best things about Cuba are the rugged mountains, the crystal clear beaches and the never-ending historical ways of Old Havana. No matter where you step foot while in Cuba you’ll feel as though you’re worlds away from home.
Travel Information:
Language – Spanish
Currency – Cuban Peso
Culture – Cuban (mix of Spanish and African)
Cuisine – fusion of Spanish & Caribbean cuisines
Top Cities:
Best Beaches:
The beach is calling you. Cuba is lined with a plethora of beaches that offer tranquility, simplicity and a sense of adventure anywhere you turn. Looking for one of the prettiest resort spots, explore the beach of Guardalavaca where the sand is brightly white, the waters are clear as Tiffany’s turquoise blue and the vegetation is boasting with brilliance. Some of the finest resorts are located along this sandy shore.
Cayos Coco and Guillermo is where you’ll embark on an adventure or two. With some of the best dive spots, unspoiled beaches, and any water sports you can think of under the sun, you’ll surely be an adventure seeker while you’re here.
Varadero is one of the best beach-resort destinations in Cuba. With the best, comes 21km of crystal clear waters where you’ll embark on a vacation that’s revolved around all things right about enjoying the beauty of the sun.
Playa Sirena and Playa Paraiso, are two beaches connected to create a stretch of sand that is truly spectacular. Tourists are drawn to these beaches because of its quaint charm, with simple beachside restaurants on Playa Paraiso.
Cayo Sabinal is a favorite among those looking to get away from it all. This small cay on the northeaster coast of Cuba is where eco-tourism is at its finest.
Top Attractions:
While in Cuba, there are few key spots you’re going to want to explore to get the all around Cuban experience. Firstly, you’re going to want to explore Old Havana. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the spot is boasting with history and a vibrant culture like no other spot in Cuba. Visit The Museo de la Ciudad (the most prominent museum), El Templete (the oldest neo-classical building), Casa de la Obra Pia or stroll through Plaza de Armas (the oldest square in Havana). As Cuba is known for the best tobacco in the world, you’re going to want to explore a cigar museum or two. With many located in Havana you can visit a few, than stroll through the city to check out the 50’s cars that spring up throughout the town. Visit The Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Havana’s most famous hotel or explore The Muse Nacional de Bellas Arts (National Museum of Fine Arts). Eco-tourism is prominent in Cuba with its vast mountains and biosphere reserves. Explore Las Terrazas’ trails with a zip-line canopy tour, The Vinales Valley’s rock climbing, caves or hiking trails, Sierra Maetra’s longest mountain range, Baracoa’s eco-tourism at its finest with rafting, boating, hiking and more, or Parque Nacional Cienaga de Zapata’s National Park or Parque Nacional Topes de Collantes’ lush hiking trails and waterfalls. Go scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, bird watching or rafting. Whatever adventure you partake in while in Cuba, you’ll love every second of it.
Dining & Nightlife:
Instead of dining or partying at the plethora of options at your resort, check out Havana or Santiago de Cuba for some of the best restaurants on Cuba. Explore Havana’s Roof Garden Restaurant; with its French cuisine, El Templete’s portside dining or La Cocina de Limmiam’s local hotspot. Some of the best restaurants in Santiago de Cuba are Paladar Salon Tropical, ZunZun or Restaurant El Morro. Party the night away at Casa de la Musica in Trinidad or La Cueva’s club in a cave. Enjoy a night on the town in Havana at La Zorra y El Cuervo; Havana’s best jazz club or pop on over to Tropicana, Havana’s original cabaret show.
Why We Love It:
Cuba is the one spot where you’ll be immersed in history and culture in a vibrant, laid-back nature. The country boasts a plethora of adventure, and relaxation all wrapped into one. With Old Havana at the heart of Cuban travel, if you love learning of the history of a place as much as we do, you’ll be booking your vacation to Cuba today.