The Zapata Peninsula covers 4,200 square kilometres and lies on Cuba’s southern coastline, 135kms south-east of Havana and west of Cienfuegos. Largely uninhabited, its one of the best places in Cuba for wildlife encounters and bird watching, as well as … Read More
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10 Things to Do in Matanzas, Cuba: Unveiling the Hidden Charms
What to do in Matanzas, Cuba’s Cultural hidden gem? Matanzas may not have hit the big time when it comes to many popular tourist hot spots. Yet that can only be a good thing. Matanzas is known as the ‘Athens … Read More
8 Cool Things You Can Only Get in Cuba
There are obviously more than 8 Cool Things to do in Cuba but this our 8! Cuba offers visitors to the island an incredible number of artisanal goods and souvenirs to remember your trip by some you can only get … Read More
Things to do in Las Terrazas and Soroa
Things to do in Las Terrazas and Soroa? Lying within Cuba’s westernmost province, Pinar del Rio and only 70 km or so from Havana, these two places offer the visitor an alternative perspective on Cuba than that they have experienced … Read More
Sancti Spiritus a Hidden Gem
Sancti Spiritus is Cuba’s hidden gem. Sancti Spirit translated simply means ‘Holy Spirit’. It was founded in 1514 and is one of Cuba’s oldest Spanish settlements. The city has an intriguing history and a charming city centre, yet remains something … Read More
What to do in Santa Clara: Cuba’s City of Revolution
What to do in Santa Clara? Cuba’s birthplace of the revolution lies about 250kms east of Havana in the central Cuban province of Villa Clara. What can you do in Santa Clara? Well there’s quite a lot! It’s country’s fifth … Read More
10 Things to Do in Holguin, Cuba: Unveiling the Hidden Charms
Holguin, Cuba, often overlooked in favor of more popular destinations like Havana or Trinidad, holds a wealth of hidden charms waiting to be discovered. Founded in 1545, this historic city offers a glimpse into authentic Cuban life away from the … Read More
Cuba’s Best Destinations for Young Couples
It’s beautifully crumbling façades, neoclassical and baroque architecture, vintage American cars, relaxed way of life, great beaches, and stunning natural sights make Cuba an incredibly attractive destination for young couples. But where are the best places to go in Cuba … Read More
10 Things to Do in Santiago de Cuba
Wondering what things to do in Santiago de Cuba? Look no further! Situated at the eastern end of the island, Santiago de Cuba is a city brimming with history, culture, and natural beauty. Join us as we explore the top … Read More
7 Cool Things Not to Miss in Cuba
Cuba has been beguiling visitors to its shores since long before the Castro-led revolution of the late 1950s and early 1960s made it perhaps the world’s most unique tourist destination. The largest island in the Caribbean, it boasts more UNESCO-enshrined … Read More