Havana, Cuba is home to colorful buildings, incredible history, and delicious cuisine, but the real highlight of this city is the 1940s and 50s era vehicles that you’ll see at nearly every stoplight. That’s right, Havana often feels like one big car show! Thanks to an embargo after the Cuban Revolution, Cuba boasts more vintage…
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Some experiences change your life. Like waking up to the sound of the ocean crashing in your backyard. It sets you free and there aren’t a whole lot of things that make you feel that way. Being a serial traveller, there isn’t a whole lot that I haven’t done. From snorkelling with sharks to hikes…
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Cuba is an attractive destination for its classic cars riding along the island. It is difficult to determine the exact number of classic cars that are currently on the road in Cuba, as there is no official registry or database of all the cars in the country. However, it is estimated that there are tens…
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It doesn’t matter if you’re staying in a five-star hotel in Havana or discovering the rustic attractions of Vinales; it’s all Cuba. Varadero, a lively coastal paradise, may be overlooked by some travelers, but it should still be considered as part of your Cuban trip plans. While there are plenty of opportunities to spend your…
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Cuba’s vintage cars are renown across the globe, and thanks to an almost 60-year trade embargo, many of the cars are older than their owners. It’s not uncommon to spot a pristine Plymouth or Buick as you head into cities such as Havana. While the cars have remained and have been pristinely maintained, they’re not mint.…
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When 200 classic cars paraded in Havana’s famed Malecón seawall in January 2019, they demonstrated that vintage vehicles are part of the Cuban heritage and represent one of the country’s main attractions. Unfortunately, keeping classic cars in mint condition can become a challenge as they are constantly exposed to the threat of mold, whether they are stored…
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Almost 40% of people like to dress better when they are going on vacation, whether that means wearing something new, or putting on a special outfit when they’re out for dinner. If you’re exploring Cuba in a beautiful classic car, then you want to make sure that you are dressed the part too. It is really important on…
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Wine is somewhat of a rarity in Cuba – you are far more likely to see the locals drinking rum and beer. In fact, there are only around 15,000 cases of Cuban wine consumed a year in the country – a drop in the ocean, in comparison to South America. If you are staying at…
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By Lucy Wyndham Imagine cruising around Cuba in a beautiful classic car with the top down, when suddenly, the most inspirational scenery appears. You stop the car quickly, pull out the camera or sketch pad, drawing or snapping away at the image before the light shifts. You feel thankful that Cuba has provided this opportunity.…
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By Lucy Wyndham The number of pet owners that travel with their pets has risen to 37 percent up from 19 percent a decade ago, according to a survey by the American Pet Products Association. More travel companies are creating travel programs for pet parents and their pets to various destinations including Cuba. Cuba, just…
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