The nature of Cuba is as diverse as the people who live here. If you’re a nature lover, you’ll find Cuba has an amazing biodiversity worth experiencing for yourself. On this 42,426 square-mile island, there are biosphere nature reserves, endangered […]
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20 TOP HAVANA MUSEUMS YOU MUST SEE
Updated September 2020. Havana museums do not get the credit they deserve. When you think Cuba, you think music, classic American cars, colonial architecture, smooth rum and a vibrant nightlife among other things. But Havana has so much to offer […]
9 CUBA UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES
Cuba UNESCO World Heritage sites are as naturally and culturally diverse as the country itself. It’s home to nine world heritage sites — and it’s no wonder. To get on the world heritage list, a site must, “be of outstanding […]
10 EPIC DAY TRIPS FROM HAVANA YOU WILL NEVER FORGET
The best day trips from Havana are not far from the city and easily accessible. It’s easy to want to spend several weeks in the Cuban capital city of Havana. Wandering along the cobblestone streets of Old Havana, exploring off-the-beaten […]
15 THINGS TO DO IN SANTIAGO DE CUBA: ATTRACTIONS YOU CANNOT MISS
Get ready for some unique Santiago de Cuba activities. Sultry, hot, languid, bursting with color and rhythmic music, Santiago beguiles with its parks, history and tropical colonial vibe. From exploring churches and lively plazas to visiting interesting museums and biosphere […]
10 FUN THINGS TO DO IN COLONIAL TRINIDAD, CUBA
Next time you visit Cuba, head for Trinidad, in central Cuba. After a couple of days exploring this colonial town, I narrowed down the 10 most amazing things to do in Trinidad, Cuba, and how to make the most of […]
PUNTA CANA SAFETY CONCERNS: PERCEPTION VS REALITY
Punta Cana safety concerns were the last thing on my mind as I strolled through the honey colored beaches of one of the many resorts in the area. Safety concerns in Punta Cana were also the last thing on my […]
DISCOVER UNIQUE CUBAN RESTAURANTS IN NEW YORK CITY
Updated September 2020. The recent proliferation of Cuban restaurants in New York City is both impressive and welcome. Some years ago, if I said “Cuban cuisine” you probably would have thought “rice and beans.” Oh!, how things have changed. Little […]
A MEMORABLE CUBA CULTURAL TOUR WITH A UNIQUE APPROACH
The best way to experience Cuba legally and hassle-free is with a Cuba Cultural Tour organized by people who know the country. That’s the kind of experience you will have with a Cuba Cultural Tour through Travels with Talek. Staying […]
CUBAN TRANSPORTATION: HOW TO GET AROUND.
Cuban transportation can be challenging if you don’t know your way around. Transportation can be your biggest expense in Cuba and no Cuba travel guide would be complete without useful Cuba travel tips regarding transportation. So if you’re on a […]
UNIQUE HAVANA RESTAURANTS THAT WILL AMAZE YOU
Havana restaurants sometimes get a bad rap when it comes to variety and service. But the restaurant scene in Cuba‘s fascinating capital is changing fast. The fact is that you can now get some pretty interesting and innovative meals throughout […]
BEST THINGS TO DO IN HAVANA, CUBA’S COLONIAL CAPITAL
The best things to do in Havana are the ones that interact with the local people; a chat with local “Habaneros” on the Malecon, Havana’s seawall, will help you understand more about the country than any book can. Join in […]