Located on Cuba’s stunning southern Caribbean coastline, Cienfuegos is unique in Cuba in that it was settled by immigrants from France rather than from Spain, the country’s colonial ruler. That French heritage continues to demonstrate itself through the Parisian style … Read More
Author Archives: Daniel Stretton
What To Do in Vinales – 11 Top-Notch Activities
The green wonderland of landscapes in and around Vinales hark back to the days when Cuba was a paradise of lush vegetation amid a patchwork-quilt of farms. It is here, among craggy eruptions of limestone known as mogotes, that much … Read More
Some Of Our Favourite Privately Owned Boutique Hotels in Havana
The relaxation of laws relating to the Cuban accommodation scene over recent years to allow private owners to open up hotels (previously the sole remit of the government) has resulted in a much greater choice of accommodation options for those … Read More
Communication in Cuba
Communication in Cuba – be it sending a postcard, making a phone call, or writing an email – is getting easier all the time, although it can still appear complicated compared to many other holiday destinations. A little planning ahead … Read More
Cuba Visitor Visa
If you’ve fallen in love with the thought of exploring Cuba but are worried about the process of getting a visa, then read on. We’ll explain the ins and outs of what is actually generally a very quick and simple … Read More
Unsure How to Get Internet in Cuba? We’ll Show You How!
Long gone are the days of old when travelling abroad on holiday meant complete seclusion from friends and family back home until the arrival (probably after your own return) of the postcard you sent. These days, thanks to the rapid … Read More
6 Cool Reasons to Visit Cuba in Winter Time
Isn’t Cuba a summer destination of sun, sea and sand? Not so, or more correctly, not entirely! The truth is Cuba is a phenomenal country to visit at any time of year. And as it turns out, there are a … Read More
7 Handy Hints to Help You Experience Cuba Like a Local
The selfie stick is one of those things you probably wish you thought of, since you know whoever came up with the idea has made so much money it’s probably obscene. But fads pass, and selfie sticks are nowadays cluttering … Read More
7 Tip Top Tourist Attractions in Trinidad
Some cities rise and then fall. The populations (and subsequent economic power) of both New Orleans and Detroit have shrunk considerably in recent decades. Leipzig in Germany is the same, having never fully recovered from its population exodus after the … Read More
The Art (and Appropriateness) of Giving Gifts in Cuba
When you’re on vacation and are staying with friends or family (or even simply visiting them), it’s pretty standard to bring a small gift as a way of saying thanks. It doesn’t have to be much, and it’s generally something … Read More