Top 10 things to do in Viñales, Cuba
Every traveler getting to be Cuba will be marveled by Havana. It will be hard to take the decision to leave the big city, but once you’re ready, you should get to the countryside for a totally different vision of the country. There is no better place to experience that than Viñales. Even if you plan […]
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Quick guide to magical Havana, Cuba
I’ve long postponed writing about Havana and Viñales. Not because I didn’t love them, but they were both complex and I shied away at the thought of the massiveness of these two articles. I wanted to release them before leaving on the big trip… that, unfortunately, has already ended (more details on this later), but […]
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Travel budget for 2 weeks in Cuba in 2019
Cuba is a poor country with a lot of economic contradictions. Contrary to other countries in flagrant poorness, budget and mid-range travelers will find the island expensive. We spent two weeks in Cuba and traveled to six locations on the west half of the island. This travel budget post will outline the price of transportation, […]
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Cuba – Reflecting about its economic contradictions
Before going to Cuba, we’ve repeatedly heard how poor Cuba was and the marks that the embargo has left over the country. But what does this poorness really mean and how does it reflect over the lives of its citizens? Are the majority of Cubans miserable poor? How is the economy affected by the number […]
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Dirty Dancing in Varadero, Cuba
As soon as I entered our hotel of choice in Varadero I felt like I had been plunged directly into a scene of Dirty Dancing. I had been told previously to expect more of a 70ish atmosphere, but I did not quite realize what it meant. Lots of families, young and nice staff, everything at […]
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Best souvenirs you can buy in Cuba
Usually, we are not of those that come back with the luggage full of souvenirs, not even close. In fact, in most of our trips, we only bought the traditional magnet, some spices, tea, a pot or a keychain. The only country up until now from which we brought with us more than this was […]
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Why should you visit Cienfuegos, Cuba?
Cienfuegos is an elegant colonial town by the sea. But this is not all. Its uniqueness is given by the fact that it was settled by French immigrants, not by Spaniards. The French charm mixed with the Caribbean vibe, the Spanish influences, and the stunning sunset views are the perfect settings for some amazing moments. […]
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The magic of Trinidad, the most colonial city in Cuba
Cuba is literally a different world and Trinidad is its open-air museum city. Only seeing some gorgeous pictures of the brightly colored houses can make you decide instantly to spend two or three days there on your Cuba itinerary. Pastel colors everywhere you turn, winding cobblestoned streets, music at any corner all day long, surroundings with […]
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Trip to Salto del Caburni starting from Trinidad, Cuba
On our 15 days tour in Cuba, one of the main stops was Trinidad. The little town in the heart of the island deserves a distinct article and at least one day of your time. Having more time to wander around and knowing that there is The Natural Park Topes de Collantes close by, we […]
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Is Playa Giron in the Bay of Pigs of Cuba worth it?
While planning our Cuba itinerary, I struggled to figure out if I should include the Bay of Pigs (aka Playa Giron or Playa Larga) in it. For starters, it is a little out of the way and there are not many Viazul connections. That’s why not many people that have two weeks in Cuba choose […]
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