conga, cigars & cocktails – why you need to visit Cuba

visit Cuba now!

the haunting beauty of Cuba’s centuries-old cobblestone streets and Spanish Colonial architecture provide a dramatic backdrop for a culture-rich experience in a long and vibrant heritage. from its fascinating history to its pristine white beaches to its exciting nightlife, there is something to appeal to any traveler visiting Cuban shores.

many hotels in Cuba, such as the Hotel Villa Cuba, pamper guests with all the comforts expected of five-star resorts. visitors can unwind in luxurious surroundings or take the opportunity to engage in exciting water sports and activities. whether visiting for adventure, the nightlife or just to bask in the warm Caribbean sunshine, Cuba offers any traveler an unforgettable and unique escape.

a trip down memory lane

both Hemingway and Sinatra defined a brand of Cuban aesthetic that still exists today. Havana’s timeless appeal still treats travelers to clubs filled with Conga dancing, refreshing mojitos all the while offering a glimpse of a time that has all but disappeared from other destinations. visitors could be forgiven for believing they had stepped back in time to a simpler era populated with immaculate 1940s automobiles, smoking jackets and sultry Jazz tunes.

cultura Cubana!

avid gourmands will relish the chance to sample Cuba’s signature empanadas and dark rum. Cuban restaurants are often small, intimate spaces that feature home-style cooking and give travelers an authentic taste of regional cuisines. the world-famous cigars that have been a hallmark of Cuban excellence for decades can be found throughout the country, with opportunities for visitors to tour the factories where they are made as well as the plantations where the tobacco is grown and dried.

Cuba offers a thriving art scene that spills out into its streets, with artists selling their creations in appealing  sidewalk displays, offering visitors the chance to snatch up a unique and lasting souvenir of their island vacation. Art museums abound in the larger cities, paying tribute to the cultural importance of Cuba’s long artistic heritage.

for nature lovers

in contrast to its Caribbean neighbors, Cuba has escaped the ravages of heavy tourism, offering nature lovers the opportunity to view ecosystems that maintain their delicate and beautiful balance both above and below the waves. visitors will enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving in pristine coral reefs that house exotic and rare species of fish and marine mammals. hundreds of endangered bird and plant species thrive in its primordial-like jungles and rain forests.

intrepid travelers who enjoy hiking and trekking will be richly rewarded when visiting Cuba. vast areas of Cuba have been designated UNESCO World Heritage status in recognition of their value in preserving a fragile natural balance.

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