Cuba
Travel to the 1950's
Cuba is a country like no other. Trapped in a time warp of the 1950’s, its greatest appeal is in its authenticity. Let us show you around this energetic and uplifting country, with its countless beaches, bays, mountains and verdant landscape. Not to mention, its historic heritage - a former Spanish colony with with French, African, American, Jamaican, and indigenous TaÃno influences. See how Music is part of everyday life, emanating from every doorway. Travel with us as we invite you to discover centuries of cultural heritage and countless natural treasures””from pristine Caribbean wetlands to lush mountaintop forests. To give you a taste of Cuba:
You’ll start in Cienfuegos, a World Heritage Site on Cuba’s Southern Coast. Explore its historic centre and its neoclassical architecture, legacy of the French immigrant settlers. Enjoy a performance by the Cienfuegos Choir before dinner in a lovely garden setting. Travel on to colonial World Heritage-declared Trinidad, founded in the early 1500’s. Lunch at a paladar - a privately owned family-run restaurant - hear the stories of daily life in Cuba as you visit more local homes. In the evening, meet the artists at Casa Del Alfarero Santander as you listen to live, authentic Cuban music in a popular club.
Nature calls at Topes De Collantes National Park. This 12’500 acre park is laced with rivers and photogenic waterfalls, a wonderland of lush forests and tropical botanicals. After an off-road adventure through the park, join a naturalist for a forest walk. On the drive to Vinales Valley, you’ll stop by a tobacco farming family to witness the traditional techniques of producing legendary Cuban cigars. The World Heritage Site of Vinales Valley is dotted with mogotes, large isolated limestone hills. Walk or take a bicycle through the various trails, and board a boat inside a limestone cave.
Finally, we arrive in Havana, the Cuban capital and cultural hotspot. Walk the historic streets and soak in the romantic atmosphere and infectious energy. Stroll along the Malecon at sunset, as the waves crash along the sidewalk. If you’re interested, visit Finca La Vigia, Ernest Hemingway’s home for 21 years. His mail is on the bed and his clothes are in the closet, almost as if he had just stepped out.
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