Salsa has a deep rooted history in Cuba. Listening to live salsa music, watching the dancing or joining in yourself, is a mesmerising experience. Here are 10 great places to go to experience salsa. Note, that whilst salsa is very popular, there are so many different music genres in Cuba to celebrate that each of these places will also have a variety of other performances taking place. 

Almost everyone has probably heard of the Christ the Redeemer, and it is one of Rio de Janeiro’s most visited tourist attractions. But Havana’s own version, ‘Cristo de La Habana’ (literally: ‘Christ of Havana’), is not to be missed. Here are 10 fun facts about Cristo de La Habana.

CNN has already gone ahead and echoed the publication of Rough Guide’s 100 Best Places on Earth for 2020, which went on sale on 1st September and which includes Cuba. So, why Cuba now? Why a Cuba holiday in 2020? Why Cuba at all? This blog post aims to illustrate why you should make Cuba your 2020 travel destination.

To add to its already rather impressive wow factor (not that it needs any help with that) Old Havana has just been named one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods. According to a list published by Time Out magazine, Havana’s historic centre, also known as the old town, is officially one of the coolest places on earth!

Are you considering a family holiday in Cuba? Are you hesitating because you don´t know how child-friendly Cuba is? Do you plan to bring babies, toddlers, kids or teens on your Cuba trip? Are you worried that they'll have fun? In this blog post, we´ll help you put your mind at ease as we tell you all that makes

Why should you consider going on a group tour at all? Is it really worth it? Will it really enhance your travel experience in ways independent travel can’t? We answer these and many more questions regarding group tours in Cuba (or anywhere in the world) in this blog piece. Click on to read more!

If you wonder where in Havana to base yourself for a Cuba holiday tailor-made to your particular needs and interests, this is the blog you need to read! We tell you where to stay in Havana for a memorable experience that ticks all the right boxes!

Close your eyes for a second, I want you to focus on one word: Cuba… What were the first images that came to mind? A tropical destination? White sands and crystal blue seas, perhaps? You might even have travelled slightly further down the list of Cuba trigger words and landed at ‘cigars’ and ‘mojitos’. But in all honesty, was there much to separate Cuba from any other sunny destination? Or, if you fancy the Caribbean, is there really much difference between each island?

Well, we’re here to tell you that yes, there is! Read on to find out the top 5 reasons why Cuba is so much more than just your average sun and beach destination.

All-inclusive beach resorts seem like the perfect plan for a holiday. Varadero, the most coveted beach destination in Cuba, ticks all the boxes: amazing beach, white-powdery sand, and perfect weather all year long. But, trust us, after four to five days of an all-inclusive buffet, after seeing the same people lying under the umbrellas at the beach, and after saying “Hi” to the same folks in the hotel lift, you’ll be screaming for a day break like… now!

Beaches, ecotourism and scuba diving – there’s more to experience on a holiday to Cuba than the charming architecture and contagious music of Havana. Taking a break from the city without sacrificing too much time in road trips is possible with day tours from Havana. Here’s a list of the six best day trips from Havana, listed according to how long it takes to get there. All these tours take less than a day and do not require booking for accommodation.