If you are heading for Cuba soon, you might already be well aware that Cuba is the home of various types of rum and also the creative cradle of several super-famous cocktails of the world. But what is the legal drinking age in Cuba? For most travelers, the legal drinking age anywhere is not an…
Havana is not the only place in Cuba that has nightlife worth exploring. Trinidad Cuba’s nightlife scene is also super vibrant, although on a slightly smaller scale. I have traveled to Cuba regularly for five years and have visited this unique town on the southern coast of Cuba several times since 2019. And I can…
Do you want to take a Salsa class in Havana Cuba? I did that on my first visit to the Cuban capital, initially quite reluctantly, and this, friends, is my story of how it went (and how to do it yourself if you feel inspired after reading this). When I booked my first trip to…
Entering through the doors to the lobby of Melia Internacional Varadero beach resort after a two-and-a-half-hour taxi drive from the Cuban capital, Havana, feels like a breath of fresh air. I am spending the weekend here as a solo traveling all-inclusive guest. As I normally stay in Old Havana, which is a very vibrant, loud,…
A little off the beaten path from the most common tourist area of Havana is a neighborhood called La Vibora, and here, you find a rare gem: A colonial villa that has been taken so well care of that entering feels like stepping back in time a century or two. La Villa Teresa is a…
After traveling regularly to Cuba for five years, during wet and dry (and hurricane) seasons alike, I can safely say I have a few insights into packing tips for Cuba. Your main focus when making your packing list for Cuba or any destination in the Caribbean region should be dealing with high temperatures, high humidity,…
When you visit Havana, regardless of the time of year, it will be hot. And busy. And lots to see and do. At the end of the day, you are going to need this amazing Bars Havana rooftop guide! I have traveled regularly to Havana for five years for long periods of time, and I…
Are you a Queen or a Vagabond when it comes to requirements for your bed for the night? Wondering where to stay in Cuba for your holiday? Here are my best Cuba accommodation tips, listed by destination. I have traveled to Cuba regularly for five years and lived “everywhere” in all destinations. In this overview, I…
When someone says «Cuba,» I`m willing to bet a whole lot that you immediately envision pastel-colored American cars, beautiful (but run-down) houses, colorful art, and fancy cocktails. I did not know half of these things when I arrived for the first time. Now, I have traveled to Cuba regularly for over five years, staying for…
Trinidad is a beautiful colonial town on Cuba’s southern coast, in Sancti Spiritus Province. As one of the island’s best-kept colonial towns, is Trinidad Cuba worth visiting? I’m glad you asked! After traveling to Cuba regularly for five years and extensively traveling the island, I think I can help you with that. The short answer…