You are not the only person wondering: Can you see Cuba from Key West, the southernmost point of the US? With such a short distance across, surely that must be possible. As a full-time traveler in the Caribbean, I have been to both places less than 100 miles apart and tried. I have stood beside…
New to Cuba? I am sure you have heard a lot about Cuba in your life, as the island has been both famous and infamous over the years, for some good things and some not-so-good. A lot of what you already know is probably pretty accurate, but some stuff might be more based on myths,…
If you’re thinking about taking a trip to (or around) the Miami area, you may be wondering how far Fort Lauderdale is from Miami. I have visited Miami for long periods of time solo, staying in some really cool Miami Beach hotels, btw. While there, I made the journey to Fort Lauderdale to just take…
It is not like traveling to Cuba is brain surgery – BUT it can be very rewarding to research some expert Cuba tips for travel when you are going to this particular destination for the first time. I have traveled to Cuba regularly for five years and have some tips for how to travel there….
The Miami weather is generally a warm and inviting destination. However, there are variations in temperatures, precipitation, water temperatures, and, of course, the chance of hurricanes in the months after summer! Miami lies on the same latitude as the Tropic of Cancer, so it has a very warm climate year-round. As the city is also…
Santiago de Cuba is the second-largest city in Cuba, the capital of Santiago de Cuba Province, and the Cuban capital of the annual carnival. Located on the island’s eastern side, Santiago is about 870 kilometers (or 540 miles) from Havana. It is an amazing destination if you are able to fit it into your itinerary….
Vinales is the home of the Cuban cigar, and it is only a few hours away from Havana! Want to experience Vinales Valley in Cuba but don’t have time to stay there for long? You can actually visit this spectacular part of Cuba by making a day trip from Havana to Vinales; the journey is…
Swimming with stingrays in Grand Cayman is an adventure that I really recommend you don’t miss out on, and here are my Stingray City Tours Grand Cayman Reviews! If you’re looking for a truly unique and unforgettable experience, swimming with stingrays Grand Cayman is an adventure you will not forget any time soon. Located in…
According to travel statistics, more and more travelers are discovering the bliss and empowerment of solo travel in general. I could not agree more. I visited Grand Cayman solo recently for over a month, I can testify that this Caribbean island is a great destination for solo travel. The amazing perks of solo traveling are…
Day trips from Key West to Cuba – can it be done? The short answer is: YES, day trips from Key West to Cuba are possible. Go ahead and imagine taking one day out of your Key West holiday, scooping over to Havana in less than one hour, and walking the streets of this historic…