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Oct

30

U.S. and Cuba Cultural Similarities and Differences

Cuba’s close to the U.S. geographically, but not necessarily culturally. Our histories sometimes converge, and Columbus played a prominent role in exploring both. Friendliness abounds in both countries, but Cubans display an especially warm and welcoming spirit.


Oct

27

Hotel Florida

Hotel Florida is renowned for it Colonial charm, architectural beauty and central location in the heart of Havana Vieja. With only 25 rooms, it’s not surprising that the structure was originally a private residence, built in 1836 and occupied over time by aristocrats and wealthy businessmen.


Oct

21

My Cuba Diaries: For the Love of Rum

Cuba Libre, the Hemingway Special, El Presidente, La Mulata, just a few of the cocktails made famous by the Cuban rum, have maintained their punch and popularity several decades following. But as home to the Grand Prix of International Cocktail Havana Club, first organized in 1996, Havana can easily relish in its role of cocktail mecca.


Oct

16

Insight Paladares: Café Arcángel

Havana has over 100 places to eat lunch or dinner, but if you need a breakfast or brunch spot then Café Arcángel should top your short list.

Located around the corner from the famous House of Music near the corner of Neptuno and Galiano streets this café is something of an atypical find in the rough-around-the-edges feel of the Central Havana neighborhood.


Oct

07

Why Cuba is a Perfect Family Destination

If travel is educational—and it is!—Cuba makes for an ideal family trip.
The island is generally safe, temperate, and friendly—perfect for outdoor activity and cultural exploration. Most hotels and restaurants welcome young people. And, of course, Spanish, one of the world’s most popular languages (and one your child or children may be learning in school), is spoken everywhere!